Summary:
Hearing Health & Technology Matters (HHTM) announced the winners of its fifth annual Hearing Technology Innovator Awards, recognizing breakthroughs from global companies in hearing care technology.
Key Takeaways:
- Interacoustics was awarded Innovator of the Year for its Audible Contrast Threshold (ACT) test, addressing challenges with hearing device performance in noisy environments.
- Award categories included hearing aids, assistive technology, auditory implants, and therapeutics, showcasing a broad range of innovations.
- The competition highlighted growing global advancements in hearing healthcare, focusing on patient-centered solutions and improved user experiences.
Hearing Health & Technology Matters (HHTM), an online resource for hearing professionals and consumers with hearing loss, revealed the winners of its fifth annual Hearing Technology Innovator Awards. This year’s competition attracted submissions from a diverse range of pioneering companies worldwide, including emerging startups and established industry leaders.
“HHTM’s Innovator Awards [was] presented at the ADA Audacity 2024 conference. Each year, we see stronger innovation, improved user experiences, and more patient-centered solutions. It’s truly inspiring to see how these advancements are shaping the future of hearing healthcare and enhancing patient care,” said Amyn M. Amlani, PhD, ADA President-Elect.
Hearing Technology Innovator Awards Category Winners
Hearing Aids
- Receiver in Canal: Phonak Audeo Sphere Infinio
- Non-Traditional: Widex SmartRIC
- Custom: Starkey Signature Series
- Design: Signia Styletto IX
- OTC: Receiver in Canal – Concha Sol Hearing Aids
- OTC: In the Ear – LINNER Mars
Personal Listening Device
- Wearable listening device: Remora PRO
- Remote Microphone Technology: ClearCast Pal
- Hearables: OrCam Hear
Assistive Technology & Software
- Caption Technology Device: XanderGlasses
- Audio and Induction Loop Systems: Trihear LiberMore
- Adaptive Listening System: Bettear B-SHOW
- Hearing Device Accessories: Gruv Button Retrofit
- Broadcast Audio Solution: Auri powered by Ampetronic and Listen Technologies
Equipment
- Hearing & Balance: Auditdata Measure
- Verification and Validation: Redux Home
- Otoscopy and Ear Scanning: GSI Otoscope
Service Delivery
- Tinnitus Management: MindEar
- Hearing & Auditory Rehab: LACE AI Pro
- Clinical Products: Amplifi EarScript.net
- Practice Management: Auditdata Manage
- Clinical Evaluation: Audible Contrast Threshold (ACT) Test
Auditory Implants
- Cochlear Implants: MED-EL OTOPLAN
- Bone Conduction Implants: Oitcon Medical Sentio System
Hearing Conservation
- Acoustic: Saccater FOCUS Noise-Reducing Earplugs
- Electronic: SoundGear Phantom
Therapeutics
- Hearing Loss Treatment: Cilcare CIL001
Innovator of the Year: Interacoustics
This year’s Innovator of the Year title has been awarded to Interacoustics for its Audible Contrast Threshold (ACT) test.
The company received the highest votes from an international panel of independent judges, based on the following criteria:
- Innovation – Technology that represents novel thinking in addressing habilitation of acquired hearing loss, its treatment and delivery.
- Effectiveness – Technological advances that best address limitations of previous generations of technology
- Efficiency – Advances that best close the distance between hearing care and the end-user
- Utility – Innovation that promotes greater ease of use by the end-user and/or practitioner
“Conversation in noise remains the number one problem for users of hearing devices. A language-independent test that optimizes device programming for noisy situations is an innovation that will improve the listening experience for many,” said Andrew Bellavia, founder of Aurafuturity and member of the 2024 Awards Judge’s Panel. “Congratulations to Interacoustics on this well-deserved recognition.”
About the Hearing Technology Innovator Awards
The Hearing Technology Innovator Awards is an international awards program designed to recognize and celebrate innovation within the hearing industry. Since its inception, the program has helped raise over $30,000 for hearing charities. Learn more at https://hearinghealthmatters.org/hearing-technology-innovator-awards/
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