Phonak Hearing AIds in Cornelius, NC

Phonak’s Infinio platform represents their latest generation of hearing technology, focusing heavily on solving the “speech in noise” problem using advanced AI. The line includes the standard Audéo Infinio and the flagship Audéo Sphere Infinio.

Here is a breakdown of the features and benefits, separated by what is unique to the “Sphere” model and what is shared across the entire Infinio platform.

1. The “Sphere” Advantage (Exclusive to Audéo Sphere Infinio)

The Sphere model is the headline device of this line. It is the first hearing aid to use dual-chip architecture dedicated to separating speech from background noise.

• Feature: DEEPSONIC™ Chip

  • Benefit: This dedicated AI processing chip works alongside the standard audio chip to separate speech from noise in real-time. It offers 53x more processing power than previous industry-standard chips.

• Feature: Spheric Speech Clarity

  • Benefit: Instantly separates unwanted noise from speech from any direction. It delivers up to 10dB improvement in Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR), which is significantly higher than the 4-5dB improvement seen in traditional competitors.

• Feature: Real-Time AI Denoising

  • Benefit: Rather than just amplifying sound, it “cleans” the signal. Users report significantly reduced listening effort and fatigue because the brain doesn’t have to work as hard to filter out background clutter (like dishes clanking or crowd noise).

2. Core Audio Features (Available on all Infinio models)

These features are powered by the new ERA™ chip and are available on the standard Audéo Infinio, Virto (custom), and CROS models.

• Feature: ERA™ Chip

  • Benefit: An ultra-responsive processor that improves sound quality, power management, and connectivity stability. It creates a foundation for smoother switching between different acoustic environments.

• Feature: AutoSense OS™ 7.0

  • Benefit: The operating system automatically scans the environment 700 times per second to adjust settings. It adapts 24% more precisely than previous versions, ensuring you don’t have to manually fiddle with volume buttons when moving from a quiet car to a busy street.

• Feature: SmartSpeech™ Technology

  • Benefit: A collection of features (like SpeechSensor and StereoZoom 2.0) that focuses the microphones on the person talking, whether they are in front of you, to the side, or behind you.

3. Connectivity & Lifestyle Features

Phonak continues to lead the market in universal Bluetooth connectivity, making these aids highly compatible with modern tech.

• Feature: Universal Bluetooth Connectivity

  • Benefit: Unlike many hearing aids that prioritize iPhones (MFi), Infinio connects seamlessly to both iOS (Apple) and Android devices, as well as laptops and tablets.

• Feature: Multi-Point Pairing

  • Benefit: You can pair up to 8 devices and keep 2 connected simultaneously. This means you can switch from a Zoom call on your laptop to a phone call on your mobile without disconnecting.

• Feature: RogerDirect™ Integration

  • Benefit: Built-in receivers for Phonak’s Roger remote microphones allow you to boost hearing range in lecture halls or restaurants without attaching an external “shoe” or receiver to the hearing aid.

• Feature: Tap Control

  • Benefit: You can accept phone calls, pause streaming, or activate voice assistants (Siri/Google) simply by double-tapping your ear.

4. Hardware & Durability

• Feature: Li-Ion Rechargeability

  • Benefit: The standard Infinio R offers long-lasting battery life (up to 24 hours). Note: The Sphere model, due to its heavy AI processing, has a slightly shorter but still “all-day” battery life (approx. 16-20 hours depending on streaming).

• Feature: Waterproof (IP68 Rating)

  • Benefit: The devices are designed to withstand sweat, rain, and dust, making them reliable for active lifestyles.

• Feature: New CROS Compatibility

  • Benefit: For users with single-sided deafness (unilateral hearing loss), the line includes a CROS transmitter compatible with the Infinio platform (though notably, the Sphere feature set is generally not compatible with CROS systems due to power requirements)