{"id":5771,"date":"2025-03-20T10:36:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T09:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/?p=5771"},"modified":"2025-03-24T12:39:24","modified_gmt":"2025-03-24T11:39:24","slug":"starkey-edge-ai-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771","title":{"rendered":"Starkey Edge AI Hearing Aids \u2013 Innovative, Powerful, and Energy-Efficient in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column navigation-blog is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:23%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column content-blog is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><figure class=\"wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"393\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hearing-guide-starkey-edgeai.png\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Starkey Edge AI\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hearing-guide-starkey-edgeai.png 700w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/hearing-guide-starkey-edgeai-300x168.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-post-title\">Starkey Edge AI Hearing Aids \u2013 Innovative, Powerful, and Energy-Efficient in 2024<\/h1>\n\n\n<p>Just one year after launching the Genesis AI hearing aid, the American manufacturer is already introducing an entirely new, groundbreaking technology: the Starkey Edge AI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will hearing aid development continue at this rapid pace? Probably not. Until now, Starkey hearing aids were typically introduced in Europe about a year after their U.S. release. However, as the European market becomes increasingly important to the company, new devices are now being launched simultaneously in both the U.S. and Europe. This means there is no delay this year, giving us immediate access to the latest innovative technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what exactly is new and innovative in Starkey Edge AI? AI has been a familiar concept in hearing aid technology for some time. The real challenge lies in integrating high-performance AI technology in a way that is both energy-efficient and aesthetically pleasing for users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Starkey has equipped the new Starkey Edge AI with a chip previously used only in computers and smartphones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#G2_Neuro_Processor\" title=\"G2 Neuro Processor\">G2 Neuro Processor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Neuro_Sound_Technology_20\" title=\"Neuro Sound Technology 2.0\">Neuro Sound Technology 2.0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Sensory_Domain\" title=\"Sensory Domain\">Sensory Domain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Natural_Sound_Through_Expanded_Dynamic_Range\" title=\"Natural Sound Through Expanded Dynamic Range\">Natural Sound Through Expanded Dynamic Range<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#DNN_%E2%80%93_Deep_Neural_Network\" title=\"DNN \u2013 Deep Neural Network\">DNN \u2013 Deep Neural Network<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Sound_Management\" title=\"Sound Management\">Sound Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Edge_Mode\" title=\"Edge Mode +\">Edge Mode +<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Battery_Capacity\" title=\"Battery Capacity\">Battery Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#My_Starkey_App\" title=\"My Starkey App\">My Starkey App<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Bluetooth_LE_Audio_with_Auracast\" title=\"Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast\">Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#New_Accessories\" title=\"New Accessories\">New Accessories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#The_Starkey_Edge_AI_Model_Navigator\" title=\"The Starkey Edge AI Model Navigator\">The Starkey Edge AI Model Navigator<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Design_Types\" title=\"Design Types\">Design Types<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Technical_features\" title=\"Technical features\">Technical features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Technology_Level\" title=\"Technology Level\">Technology Level<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/manufacturers\/starkey\/starkey-edge-ai-2-5771\/#Our_Conclusion\" title=\"Our Conclusion\">Our Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"G2_Neuro_Processor\"><\/span>G2 Neuro Processor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) is a specially designed chip that handles artificial intelligence tasks with lightning speed and efficiency. It is optimized for speech processing and machine learning, mimicking the way the human brain operates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"832\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/edge_ai_sensory_head-1024x832.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5632\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/edge_ai_sensory_head-1024x832.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/edge_ai_sensory_head-300x244.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/edge_ai_sensory_head-768x624.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/edge_ai_sensory_head.jpg 1474w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This technology enables complex AI tasks to be executed not only incredibly fast but also energy-efficiently\u2014a perfect combination of performance and efficiency. We believe that at the time of its launch, the Starkey Edge AI is the most innovative hearing aid on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Neuro_Sound_Technology_20\"><\/span>Neuro Sound Technology 2.0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sensory_Domain\"><\/span>Sensory Domain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using environmental data, this domain creates a kind of &#8222;sensory map&#8220; that captures various sensory impressions and their connections. Based on this information, the Deep Neural Network (DNN) not only detects whether you are in a noisy or quiet environment but also recognizes if multiple speakers are present around you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key details, such as your movement or whether you are actively listening, are detected by the integrated motion sensors. The system combines all this information to select the optimal processing strategy and seamlessly adapt to your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Natural_Sound_Through_Expanded_Dynamic_Range\"><\/span>Natural Sound Through Expanded Dynamic Range<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The dynamic range has been expanded by an impressive 20 dB, allowing the hearing aid to capture both soft and loud sounds with greater precision. At the same time, the baseline noise has been reduced by 10 dB, further minimizing disruptive background noise. Additionally, the saturation level has been increased from 108 to 118 dB\u2014an essential factor in determining how well the device handles loud sound peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The result? You&#8217;ll experience music much more naturally, as subtle nuances and loudest sound peaks are reproduced with greater clarity and without distortion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DNN_%E2%80%93_Deep_Neural_Network\"><\/span>DNN \u2013 Deep Neural Network<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With this new technology, you can distinguish speech signals even more effectively\u2014even in challenging situations like a crowded room with overlapping voices. Unimportant chatter is efficiently filtered out, while important conversations are highlighted with clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The result: In noisy environments, you stay fully aware and effortlessly understand what truly matters with precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sound_Management\"><\/span>Sound Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sound Manager utilizes a powerful combination of machine learning and Deep Neural Network (DNN) technology to analyze and understand your personal listening environment in real time. Whether you&#8217;re in a quiet setting or surrounded by a noisy crowd, the Sound Manager automatically and seamlessly adjusts the settings to match your current situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes it special? These adjustments happen so smoothly and precisely that you won\u2019t even notice the transition between different sound modes. This ensures an optimal listening experience at all times\u2014without the need for manual adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Edge_Mode\"><\/span>Edge Mode +<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The integrated artificial intelligence undoubtedly enhances your listening experience by ensuring clearer and more comfortable hearing. However, one thing remains unchanged: no algorithm can perfectly predict your intentions or personal preferences at all times. This is where <strong>Edge Mode+<\/strong> comes into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This mode remains available in the devices, allowing you to take control in specific situations. You can adjust the signal processing according to your individual needs\u2014whether in a bustling caf\u00e9, at a concert, or during a quiet conversation. This gives you full control, ensuring a listening experience that perfectly matches your situation at any moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battery_Capacity\"><\/span>Battery Capacity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the new, state-of-the-art, energy-efficient chip, you can now enjoy impressive battery life\u2014despite the immense processing power required for advanced features like artificial intelligence and real-time signal processing. With a runtime of up to 51 hours, this chip allows you to use your hearing aid for extended periods without frequent recharging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can rely on your device to remain dependable and long-lasting, even with intensive use, ensuring crystal-clear sound quality throughout the day. This means more freedom without constantly worrying about battery levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"My_Starkey_App\"><\/span>My Starkey App<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to easy volume control and sound optimization, the app allows you to effortlessly switch between different hearing programs tailored to various environments. This enables you to customize your listening experience at any time &#8211; whether at home in a quiet setting or in bustling public spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Starkey-App-mit_watch-1024x853.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5630\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Starkey-App-mit_watch-1024x853.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Starkey-App-mit_watch-300x250.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Starkey-App-mit_watch-768x640.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Starkey-App-mit_watch.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The My Starkey app is compatible with iPhones and most Android smartphones, and there is also a version available for the Apple Watch.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It also provides additional options that significantly enhance your listening experience and give you greater control:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Translation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real-time transcription<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intelligent assistant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find my hearing aid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall alert<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recording and analysis of detected balance issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reminders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing aid check<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remote adjustment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bluetooth_LE_Audio_with_Auracast\"><\/span>Bluetooth LE Audio with Auracast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Starkey Edge AI hearing aids are now equipped with the advanced <strong>Bluetooth LE Audio<\/strong> standard, offering a range of innovative features. One of the most groundbreaking advancements is the direct connection via <strong>Auracast<\/strong> to compatible transmitters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Auracast allows you to seamlessly stream audio content in real time to multiple devices\u2014perfect for listening in public spaces such as cinemas or conference rooms. This technology not only enhances sound quality but also gives you the freedom to enjoy your favorite music, movies, or conversations directly through your hearing aids without any extra steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Accessories\"><\/span>New Accessories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Starkey Edge AI is now equipped with innovative <strong>Auracast<\/strong> technology, and it\u2019s no surprise that Starkey is introducing a matching <strong>Auracast TV transmitter<\/strong> alongside it. This new transmitter is not only significantly more compact but also more powerful, revolutionizing the listening experience for the whole family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"699\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/starlink-edge-tv-streamer.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5629\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/starlink-edge-tv-streamer.jpg 699w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/starlink-edge-tv-streamer-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, all family members can effortlessly connect with their compatible devices and adjust their individual settings. Enjoy your favorite shows and movies in stunning sound quality while everyone customizes their personal listening experience. This makes watching TV together even more enjoyable!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a complete overview of the available accessories for Starkey Edge AI devices, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.starkey.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">manufacturer&#8217;s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Starkey_Edge_AI_Model_Navigator\"><\/span><strong>The Starkey Edge AI Model Navigator<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Starkey has long impressed us by launching every new technology simultaneously across all form factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design_Types\"><\/span>Design Types<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-312.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4512\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-312.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-312-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-312-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RIC 312:<\/strong> Behind-the-ear (BTE) hearing aid with a battery-powered receiver-in-canal (RIC) design.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-RT.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4514 size-full\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-RT.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-RT-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-RIC-RT-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>RIC RT:<\/strong> Behind-the-ear rechargeable RIC hearing aid with an external speaker.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-mRIC.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4513\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-mRIC.jpg 680w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-mRIC-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-mRIC-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 680px) 100vw, 680px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>mRIC R:<\/strong> Similar to the rechargeable RIC model, this behind-the-ear hearing aid also features an external receiver but is significantly smaller.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"444\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITE-R.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4515\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:210px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITE-R.jpg 444w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITE-R-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITE-R-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ITE R:<\/strong> This rechargeable in-the-ear (ITE) hearing aid sits in the ear concha, making it slightly more noticeable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"444\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITC-R.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4516\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITC-R.jpg 444w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITC-R-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-ITC-R-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ITC R:<\/strong> A smaller rechargeable in-the-canal (ITC) version compared to the ITE, but still visible in the ear concha.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"444\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-CIC-W-312.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4517\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-CIC-W-312.jpg 444w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-CIC-W-312-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Starkey-Genesis-CIC-W-312-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CIC W:<\/strong> A battery-powered completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid, slightly larger than the CIC NW, featuring a pull-tab with an integrated Bluetooth antenna.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Functional Differences Between Hearing Aid Types<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>All hearing aid models feature the same high-performance chip. However, differences arise due to variations in size and design specifications. Below is an overview of these distinctions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th><\/th><th>Rechargeable RIC<\/th><th>Battery-powered RIC<\/th><th>Rechargeable ITE<\/th><th>CIC-W<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Waterproof*<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bluetooth<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multi-microphone technology**<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>* When using a battery, the battery compartment creates an entry point for water, making waterproofing impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>** Multi-microphone technology is necessary to accurately determine the direction of incoming signals and effectively balance noise reduction. A second microphone requires additional space and therefore cannot be integrated into these miniature devices. In deeply seated in-the-ear hearing aids, this function is naturally performed by your ear concha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_features\"><\/span>Technical features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>312<\/strong>: Operates with a flat 312 battery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>R<\/strong>: Includes a rechargeable battery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>RT<\/strong>: Includes a built-in telecoil and a rechargeable battery for easy charging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>W<\/strong>: Equipped with a wireless antenna for streaming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technology_Level\"><\/span><strong>Technology Level<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>24<\/strong>: Premium model with full access to all features.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>20<\/strong>: High-end features for an active and varied life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>16<\/strong>: Mid-range model for everyday life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Differences in Technology Levels (TL)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, we provide a more detailed explanation of the differences already mentioned in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/hearing-aids\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">test reports<\/a> to give you a clearer understanding of the specific distinctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Support Situation<\/th><th>TL   24<\/th><th>TL   20<\/th><th>TL   16<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Reduction of disturbing machine background noise in dB<\/td><td>22 <\/td><td>12 <\/td><td>7 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enhancement of speech in noisy environments in dB<\/td><td>22<\/td><td>10 <\/td><td>8 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reduction of loud impulse noises in dB<\/td><td>15<\/td><td>9 <\/td><td>6 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wind noise reduction in dB<\/td><td>35<\/td><td>19 <\/td><td>10 <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expansion (prevents self-noise)<\/td><td>***<\/td><td>**<\/td><td>*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enjoying music at concerts\/choir performances<\/td><td>***<\/td><td>**<\/td><td>*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speech focusing in all directions<\/td><td>***<\/td><td>**<\/td><td>*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Consonant enhancement for clearer and more pleasant speech sounds<\/td><td>***<\/td><td>**<\/td><td>*<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Voice AI<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The dB values represent &#8222;up to&#8220; levels, as the exact reduction depends on individual settings, your hearing loss, and the input signal level.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>EdgeModus(+)*<\/th><th>TL 24<\/th><th>TL 20<\/th><th>TL 16<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Instant optimization of the hearing situation<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Customizable via app<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Easy activation with a double tap on the hearing aid<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">* The (+) next to Edge Mode indicates customization, allowing you to choose between the best sound quality, best speech understanding, or best noise reduction.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>App Functions<\/th><th>TL 24<\/th><th>TL 20<\/th><th>TL 16<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Translation function<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transcribe speech to text<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiflex Tinnitus Pro<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>no<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All other functions listed above are available at every technology level.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Conclusion\"><\/span>Our Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The combination of an aesthetic design, ultra-long battery life, and truly outstanding speech comprehension support in challenging and demanding listening situations makes the Starkey Edge AI a remarkable success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(250,250,250) 0%,rgb(228,235,242) 97%)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><div class=\"aligncenter wp-block-avatar\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Avatar von Andrea Fox\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/cropped-Bild-fuer-Autorenseite-180x180.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hearing-guide.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/cropped-Bild-fuer-Autorenseite-360x360.jpg 2x\" class=\"avatar avatar-180 photo wp-block-avatar__image\" height=\"180\" width=\"180\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>About the author<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-heading wp-block-post-author-name\">Andrea Fox<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-author-biography\">As a master hearing care professional with over 20 years of experience, Andrea closely follows and critically evaluates the continuous advancements in the hearing aid industry. 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