Hearing Technologies

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – Beltone has announced the launch of Beltone Envision™, a new line of hearing aids designed to enhance speech clarity and reduce background noise. The devices incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) to help users distinguish between speech and surrounding noise while maintaining awareness of their environment. Research indicates that more than half of American hearing aid users express a

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA – Starkey’s SoundGear division launches Shield, the latest in innovative hearing protection. Designed to provide instant noise reduction and always-on sound enhancement, Shield is small, lightweight, and ready to deliver dynamic digital hearing protection anytime, anywhere. “The development of Shield reflects Starkey’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of hearing technology,” said Michael Scholl, Starkey’s Chief Business Development Officer

BALLERUP, DENMARK — GN has announced the launch of ReSound Vivia, “the world’s smallest AI powered hearing aid,” and ReSound Savi, an essentials range featuring Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast broadcast audio. The new ReSound Vivia hearing aids are designed to enhance sound clarity in noisy environments while maintaining a compact size and long battery life. At the core of

BLUFFDALE, UTAH, and NEWARK-ON-TRENT, UK — Listen Technologies Corporation, a provider of wireless listening solutions, and Ampetronic, a developer of hearing loop systems, have announced that Auri™, the first complete Auracast™ broadcast audio-based assistive listening solution, is now available globally. Auri™ and the Adoption of Auracast™ Broadcast Audio for Assistive Listening Auri™ enables venues and end users to adopt Auracast™

IOWA CITY, IOWA – iotaMotion, Inc., a leader in innovative surgical solutions for cochlear implantation, has announced that its iotaSoft® robotic-assisted insertion system is now in use at 25 cochlear implant centers across the United States. The company has also secured Series B funding to further accelerate its expansion in 2025. The iotaSoft system is designed to assist surgeons in

Google is expanding LE Audio (Low Energy Audio) support for hearing aids on Samsung Galaxy and Pixel smartphones, aiming to improve audio quality, battery efficiency, and direct Bluetooth connectivity for users. The update enhances hands-free calling and media streaming while eliminating the need for intermediary accessories. GN Hearing and Oticon Intent to Gain LE Audio Support with Samsung Galaxy S25

BLUFFDALE, UTAH, and NEWARK-ON-TRENT, UK—Listen Technologies Corporation, a leading provider of advanced wireless listening solutions, and Ampetronic, world-leading providers of audio induction loop systems, are joining forces and combining their decades of expertise to redefine assistive listening and  communication. The two companies are deepening their partnership under the Allvida umbrella, aligning their operations, leadership, and resources to deliver greater value to

STAEFA, SWITZERLAND – Phonak has announced the expansion of its Infinio platform with two new custom hearing aids, designed to deliver enhanced personalization and performance. The latest additions, Virto Infinio ITE and Virto Infinio ITC, are built on the company’s proprietary Infinio technology, offering improved sound processing and speech understanding: Virto Titanium Infinio Virto 10 NW O Infinio The Infinio

A new study has uncovered how electrode placement and advanced programming techniques can significantly enhance music perception for cochlear implant users, offering insights that could reshape personalized hearing solutions. Published in JAMA Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery, the study by researchers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and other institutions aimed to address long-standing challenges faced by cochlear implant users in music

AUSTIN, TEXAS — Ambiq, a leading provider of ultra-low power semiconductors, has announced the integration of its AI-powered speech enhancement technology into over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids. These innovations aim to improve speech clarity, reduce background noise, and optimize audio settings in real-time, offering users a more personalized and reliable hearing experience. The new technology leverages Ambiq’s proprietary AI algorithms and