Starkey Announces New Accessories, Building on Success of Edge AI Hearing Aids

EDEN PRAIRIE, MINN – Building on the significant success of the industry’s flagship product, Edge AI, Starkey continues to push the edge of what is possible in hearing technology. For over 50 years, Starkey has been driven by a singular goal: to be the best. This relentless pursuit of excellence propels us into the next era of innovation—an era defined by groundbreaking innovations, exceptional quality, and superior service.

“In everything we do, we must maintain a mindset of excellence,” said Brandon Sawalich, President and CEO of Starkey. “From technology to talent, quality to service, everything must be designed with purpose and fine-tuned to perfection. We are not just building hearing aids, but solutions that empower people, connect communities, and change lives. The status quo has never been good enough for Starkey, and we will continue pushing the edge of what is possible. This is Excellence without Exception—our promise to our customer, patients, and ourselves.”

Introducing LE Audio Accessories: StarLink Table Microphone and StarLink Remote Microphone

The next generation of Bluetooth is here with LE Audio, delivering higher fidelity, fewer drop rates, and increased range. A highly anticipated breakthrough, LE Audio introduces broadcast audio capability through Auracast™. Edge AI is fully LE Audio compatible and Auracast-ready, setting the stage for seamless connectivity.

As part of this connectivity evolution, Starkey proudly introduces two new streaming accessories:

• All-new StarLink Table Microphone – Featuring eight built-in microphones, this rechargeable accessory allows Edge AI wearers to effortlessly focus on various signals of interest in multi-speaker environments. It automatically starts and stops streaming when powered on or off and resumes streaming if interrupted by mobile device activity.
• All-new StarLink Remote Microphone – Designed for one-on-one conversations in noisy environments, this sleek, rechargeable accessory offers effortless binaural streaming with instant start/stop capability and functions as a remote control.

Starkey’s latest wind noise technology is now 85% faster and 17% more sensitive, reacting sooner and more effectively than previous models. This enhancement ensures a smoother listening experience in windy conditions, allowing users to stay connected to their world with ease.

Exclusive Features for Professionals and Consumers

• Demo User Controls (Professionals Only) – Provides professionals seamless User Control counseling while still within the fitting.
• Sociability Monitoring Enhancements – Users can now track more specific social interactions, including conversations, listening, and streaming, for a richer understanding of their engagement and social well-being.

Still the industry’s only dedicated caregiver app, Hear Share now includes an option for hearing aid users to share their home location with loved ones, adding an extra layer of reassurance for caregivers.

The My Starkey app, designed with user experience in mind, has received an impressive 82.0 usability score, placing it in the top 10% of user-friendly apps. The app includes the industry’s only Balance Assessment, leveraging onboard hearing aid sensors to evaluate balance. Starkey remains committed to continuously enhancing My Starkey based on real-world feedback from both patients and hearing professionals.

As we move forward, Starkey remains committed to innovation that empowers people, connects communities, and transforms lives.

For more information, please visit the Starkey website.

SOURCE: Starkey