Disclaimer: This Inside South Florida segment is sponsored by Phonak. All opinions and views are of the advertiser and does not reflect the same of WSFL-TV.
Inside South Florida welcomed tech expert Jennifer Jolly, who joined the show from Las Vegas to introduce a groundbreaking innovation in hearing aid technology: Phonak's next-generation Audéo Lumity hearing aids. This advanced device, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), promises to revolutionize how people with hearing loss experience the world by dramatically improving speech understanding in noisy environments.
Jennifer began by highlighting the widespread impact of hearing loss, noting that one in every eight people globally suffers from hearing damage, including over 1.1 billion young individuals. She shared a personal story about her father, whose life was transformed when he received hearing aids from Phonak, bringing him back from an isolated existence.
Phonak's new Audéo Lumity hearing aids are designed to tackle one of the most significant challenges faced by people with hearing loss: distinguishing speech from background noise. These hearing aids use AI and an advanced deep neural network chip to process 22 million sound samples, enabling them to separate speech from other sounds with unprecedented accuracy.
Jennifer explained that the technology mimics the brain's complex process of filtering out distractions in a noisy environment, such as a crowded restaurant, allowing users to focus on important conversations. The deep neural network chip in the device provides 53 times more processing power than previous hearing aids and enables 4.5 million neural connections to effectively differentiate speech from noise, regardless of direction.
Jennifer, who was wearing the hearing aids during her appearance, shared her experience using them in a bustling Las Vegas casino. She described the sensation as "superhero hearing," where she could clearly make out conversations even in the midst of loud background noise. She also mentioned that the device syncs with a smartphone app, allowing users to customize their hearing experience for different environments.
While the exact cost of the Audéo Lumity hearing aids varies depending on factors such as insurance and technology level, Jennifer noted that they are priced in line with other top-tier prescription hearing aids.
Jennifer concluded by expressing her excitement about the potential of this technology to change lives, emphasizing the importance of innovations that significantly improve people's well-being.
For those interested in learning more about Phonak's Audéo Lumity hearing aids, visit phonak.com/sphere and consult with your healthcare provider.
