Starkey Unveils Omega AI: A Breakthrough in Hearing Technology "So Intelligent, It's Superhuman"
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn., Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Starkey unveils its groundbreaking new flagship product line, Omega AI; the most advanced hearing technology to date. Designed to outperform all standards for superior sound quality and durability while pioneering new healthable features, Omega AI sets a new gold standard for intelligent hearing solutions, delivering performance that's not just smart, but superhuman.
"When excellence drives every process‚— innovation, quality, service, and delivery—great things happen," said Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO of Starkey. "Since being the first to introduce AI technology in hearing aids, Starkey has continued to set the speed of innovation for the industry. We are once again excited to push the boundaries of science and raise the bar of expectation for hearing professionals and their patients. Omega AI is an engineering feat only Starkey could accomplish, and it reflects our unwavering commitment to creating advanced technology that connects people back to their lives."
Legacy built and future driven, Omega AI represents Starkey's next major step toward transforming the hearing experience for patients worldwide. This product introduction underscores Starkey's dedication to leading in AI innovation and DNN in hearing technology.
Next-Level Sound Quality
Omega AI introduces DNN 360, the world's first deep neural network–powered directionality and spatial awareness features. This advancement provides as much as 28% better speech intelligibility in challenging environments and up to an 8 dB signal-to-noise ratio improvement for better spatial awareness, all without sacrificing Starkey's industry-leading 51 hours of battery life or water resistance.
Smarter Hardware and Durability
Starkey has further strengthened its devices for real-world performance. Omega AI features waterproofing tested to last 10 times longer than previous coatings under the toughest conditions.
Starkey's Omega AI brings smart visibility to hearing aids. New green and red LED indicator lights on RIC RT and mRIC R devices confirm power and Bluetooth® connection at a glance. Taking it further, Starkey has made the LEDs double as a find-my-hearing aid tool, an industry-first feature that helps patients quickly locate misplaced devices.
Seamless Connectivity and Generative AI Technology
The industry-first TeleHear AI feature uses generative AI technology to help patients resolve common hearing issues in real time, with 93% predictive accuracy. Plus, streaming to StarLink Edge TV Streamer now starts and reconnects automatically, a popular professional and patient feature.
Healthable Innovations for Everyday Wellness
Omega AI also introduces two powerful health-focused tools through the My Starkey app. Balance Builder delivers at-home exercises to improve stability and coordination, while an industry-first automatic respiratory rate monitor tracks breathing in the background—helping patients stay proactive and ahead of potential health issues.
"Omega AI reflects the heart of who we are as a company," added Sawalich. "With unmatched technology, dedicated partners, and an unwavering focus on patients, we're demonstrating how innovation and precision can redefine what better hearing means for people everywhere and give anyone a superhuman advantage."
For more information about Omega AI, visit www.starkey.com.
About Starkey
Starkey is a privately held, global hearing technology company headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Founded by Bill Austin in 1967, Starkey is known for its innovative design, development and distribution of comprehensive digital hearing systems. Led today by President and CEO Brandon Sawalich, Starkey is the only American-owned provider of hearing technologies. The company has more than 5,000 employees, operates 29 facilities and does business in more than 100 markets worldwide. Learn more at starkey.com.
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