Starkey has unveiled its most advanced hearing aid platform to date — Omega AI — during Starkey Days 2025 at the Hilton Minneapolis Downtown. Introduced by President and CEO Brandon Sawalich along with Dr. Achin Bhowmik, Dr. Sara Burdak, and Dr. Dave Fabry, Omega AI marks a major leap in hearing technology by combining deep-learning sound processing, generative AI assistance, and next-generation health tracking into one intelligent device.
“When excellence drives every process—innovation, quality, service, and delivery—great things happen,” said Sawalich. “Omega AI reflects our commitment to connecting people back to their lives through cutting-edge hearing technology.”
Introducing Omega AI: Redefining Smart Hearing
Building upon Starkey’s acclaimed Edge AI platform, Omega AI brings deep neural network (DNN)-powered sound directionality, enhanced AI assistance, and proactive health features that push the boundaries of what hearing aids can achieve.
1. DNN 360 Directionality – Unmatched Speech Clarity
At the heart of Omega AI lies DNN 360 Directionality, the world’s first deep neural network–driven directionality system. This technology continuously analyzes and adapts to real-world environments, allowing users to clearly hear conversations from any direction while maintaining natural spatial awareness.
In Starkey’s testing, Omega AI delivered:
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Up to 8 dB improvement in signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
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28% better speech clarity in noisy environments compared to previous models
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Up to 6.5 dB advantage over competing brands
Despite these performance gains, Omega AI maintains Starkey’s industry-leading 51-hour battery life, ensuring long-lasting performance and reliability.
2. Generative AI with TeleHear – Intelligent Self-Support
Omega AI introduces TeleHear AI, a generative AI-powered assistant that helps users troubleshoot hearing aid issues in real-time.
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Predicts and resolves problems with 93% accuracy
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84% of users report meaningful improvements in convenience and satisfaction
This innovation marks a step toward autonomous hearing aids that learn, adapt, and self-correct — creating a smoother user experience than ever before.
3. Smarter Connectivity and Ease of Use
The platform improves connectivity and streaming with automatic start/resume features through Starkey’s StarLink Edge TV Streamer, ensuring seamless transitions for uninterrupted entertainment.
Additionally, Omega AI’s new LED indicators on RIC RT and mRIC R models provide:
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Visual power and Bluetooth status updates
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“Find My Hearing Aid” tracking — an industry-first feature for locating misplaced devices
Durability has also been significantly enhanced with a 10x stronger waterproof coating and a 20x tougher custom shell resin, designed for everyday wear and tear.
4. Healthable Innovations – Balance Builder & Respiratory Rate Monitor
Continuing its leadership in health-integrated hearing aids, Starkey equips Omega AI with two new wellness tools via the My Starkey app:
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Balance Builder: Guided exercises that improve stability and coordination, building on Starkey’s validated fall-risk management research.
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Respiratory Rate Monitor: The first-ever hearing aid feature to track breathing rate continuously without draining battery life.
These features transform hearing aids into proactive health companions, supporting overall well-being beyond just hearing improvement.
5. New ProFit 2025.1 Software for Hearing Professionals
Alongside the hardware launch, Starkey introduced ProFit 2025.1, an upgraded fitting software for audiologists featuring:
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Session Notes: Tracks patient-reported issues for better follow-up care
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AMO 2.0 (Acoustic Model Optimization): Enhances first-fit accuracy
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REM Target Match Simulator: Allows realistic training and demonstration
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Tinnitus Play/Pause: Adds convenience for tinnitus management
These tools make hearing aid fitting more data-driven, precise, and personalized for each patient.
6. A Celebration of Innovation: Starkey Days 2025
The Omega AI launch took place during a vibrant two-day event filled with live demos, real-world testing, and inspiring guest appearances.
Entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Daymond John shared his personal journey as a Starkey user, while actor Kevin Costner was announced as Starkey’s 2026 Hearing Ambassador. The celebration also featured actor Rob Lowe and special performances at the U.S. Bank Stadium.
The Future of “Superhuman” Hearing
With Omega AI, Starkey takes hearing technology to a new frontier — merging deep learning, health monitoring, and intelligent automation. It’s not just a hearing aid; it’s a gateway to better hearing and better living.
“Omega AI represents the heart of who we are,” said Sawalich. “It combines unmatched technology and human-centered design to give users a truly superhuman hearing experience.”
Explore the Future of Hearing with Starkey Omega AI
Experience the next generation of AI-powered hearing aids at VR Speech and Hearing Clinic, your trusted Starkey partner in:
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Reference – https://www.hearingtracker.com/news/starkey-launches-omega-ai-hearing-aid