# Listening Power Advanced — Auditory & Language Processing

> Auditory and language processing practice for ages elementary through adult. (iPhone/iPad app by Hamaguchi Learning & Development, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listening-power-advanced/id1028943636 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hamaguchi Learning & Development, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/460288922)
- Category: Education
- Price: $19.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 1.2 GB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-08-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listening-power-advanced/id1028943636/reviews.md

## What is Listening Power Advanced?

Listening Power Advanced Skills is a groundbreaking app that provides practice for users anywhere from late elementary school age through adults. Designed by Patti Hamaguchi,  MA, CCC-SLP, a licensed speech-language pathologist who has written books on the treatment of auditory processing and is a co-author of the TAPS4 test, this app focuses on language processing (grammar, vocabulary, narrative and question comprehension) and auditory processing tasks (auditory memory auditory closure, auditory figure-ground).  This is a great choice to supplement speech-language therapy and those who are strengthening central auditory processing skills.

This app was previously titled "Listening Power Grades 4-8+" but we found that it was also an excellent choice for students in high school and even adults, so it has a new title!

Put the "text on" and narration off to turn it into a reading comprehension app!

There are 5 activities in this app and over 1200 questions in the following categories:
Listening for Grammar  (Which sentence sounds right?)
Listening for Meaning (What does that mean? Building vocabulary!)
Listening for Fast Sentences (What did I say? Time-compressed sentences)
Listening for Missing Sounds (What did I say? Auditory clozure)
Listening for Stories (Narrative language): Various questions about the story-includes optional visual and/or background noise distraction) Now the user can also custom-select the stories too!

An auto advance/drop setting automatically adjusts the level of difficulty of the app. Text can be turned on (for reading decoding and comprehension practice) or left off. Within the Settings, you can select 2, 3 or 4 choices as well as the Easy, Intermediate, or Advanced level. 

A perfect app for speech therapy!

Questions? Contact our tech support at: info@hamaguchiapps.com
Check our website at www.hamaguchiapps.com

## Key features

- Language processing practice
- Auditory processing tasks
- Over 1200 questions
- Adjustable difficulty levels
- Customizable story selection
- Optional text display for reading comprehension

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listening-power-advanced/id1028943636/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent app

*2025-03-02*

As an SLP who works with children with auditory and language processing weaknesses, this is my go-to app!

**Developer response:** Thanks so much for taking the time to rate and review our app. We really appreciate it. Have a wonderful day!

### 5/5 — Very comprehensive app

*2025-02-24*

As an SLP I work with many children who have problems processing language but also who have underlying auditory processing deficits. This app provides practice for both of these areas which is hard to find. The stories and activities at the advanced level are pretty tricky so I can definitely use them with my high school age kids. The format is not too babyish for them. Great buy at $20. Highly recommend.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for the positive review! We really appreciate it and are so glad that you are finding it to be helpful. That's why we make these! If you ever have any issues with the apps, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@hamaguchiapps.com

### 3/5 — Fun When It Works

*2024-03-25*

My kids enjoy the game, but it frequently freezes, puts a white block on the screen, or just stops altogether.

**Developer response:** We apologize that this is a very delayed response but for some reason we were not notified of your review. Please email us directly at info@hamaguchiapps.com any time you are experiencing difficulty with any of our apps. We are not sure why this happened to you but of course we want to make it right even though it was some time ago. 

Have you tried redownloading the app or updating? Something clearly went wrong and we apologize for the hassle.

## Frequently asked questions about Listening Power Advanced

### What is Listening Power Advanced?

Listening Power Advanced is an educational app designed to enhance auditory and language processing skills. It offers practice in areas like grammar, vocabulary, narrative comprehension, and auditory memory through interactive activities.

### Who is Listening Power Advanced for?

The app is suitable for users from late elementary school age through adulthood. It is particularly beneficial for individuals strengthening central auditory processing skills or supplementing speech-language therapy.

### What types of activities are included in Listening Power Advanced?

Listening Power Advanced features five distinct activities: Listening for Grammar, Listening for Meaning, Listening for Fast Sentences, Listening for Missing Sounds, and Listening for Stories. There are over 1200 questions across these categories.

### Can Listening Power Advanced be used for reading comprehension?

Yes, by turning on the 'text on' option and narration off, the app can be used as a reading comprehension tool. This allows users to practice decoding and understanding written text.

### How does Listening Power Advanced adjust difficulty?

The app features an auto-advance/drop setting that automatically adjusts the level of difficulty based on user performance. Users can also manually select difficulty levels (Easy, Intermediate, Advanced) and the number of choices (2, 3, or 4).

### What is the price of Listening Power Advanced?

Listening Power Advanced is a paid app priced at $19.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required after the initial purchase.

### On which devices can Listening Power Advanced be used?

Listening Power Advanced is supported on iPhones and iPads. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is Listening Power Advanced updated?

The app was last updated on November 14, 2025, with version 2.1. This indicates ongoing development and support from the developer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2026-08-28

We fixed the "Manual Show Choices" option setting.

### 2.1 — 2025-11-14

We have retitled the app from "Listening Power Grades 4-8+HD"  to Listening Power Advanced, which is now formatted not only for the iPad, but also the iPhone and Mac. We have added a custom-story selection option and have re-coded this app into Swift for a more optimal and stable user experience.

### 1.2 — 2021-03-15

Fixed issue with game bug for IOS 14.

### 1.1 — 2017-12-13

iOS 11 optimization

### 1.0 — 2015-08-25

No release notes.

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