Summary: Soundwave Hearing launched new Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids that feature advanced AI technology and streaming capabilities, catering to individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. 

Takeaways:

  1. The OTC hearing aids offer a range of advanced features, including Bluetooth streaming for phone calls and podcasts, adaptive directionality to enhance speech clarity while reducing background noise, and automatic mode selection for seamless adaptation to various listening environments. 
  2. The Sontro Model AI-S incorporates AI technology that allows users to undergo a clinically validated hearing test via the otoTune app, seamlessly integrated into the hearing aids. 
  3. With pricing starting at $649/set and FDA 510(K) clearance, the Sontro Model AI-S aims to provide a cost-effective and convenient solution for individuals seeking hearing assistance. 

Soundwave Hearing launched the Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, Model AI-S, which are streaming-enabled hearing aids designed to provide improved personalization, convenience, and technology accessibility while addressing mild to moderate hearing loss. 

Soundwave’s New OTC Hearing Aid

Equipped with state-of-the-art AI technology, these hearing aids offer self-fitting capabilities, adaptive directionality, automatic mode selection, and Bluetooth streaming for both iOS 14.0+ and Android OS 6.0+ devices. They are ASHA-compatible and MFi-certified. They are available in two colors beige and grey.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, Model AI-S to the market,” says Anthony Florek, president and co-founder of Soundwave Hearing. “Our mission is to empower individuals with Simple, Affordable and Convenient hearing solutions. What truly sets the Sontro Self-Fitting Hearing Aids Model AI-S apart is our unique approach to personalized hearing solutions. With a suite of patents underpinning our technology, we empower users to undergo a clinically validated hearing test via the otoTune app, which is seamlessly integrated into our hearing aids (in-situ). Within a mere 3 minutes, each user’s hearing profile is meticulously programmed, ensuring unparalleled precision tailored to their individual needs.”

Key Features of the Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids

  • Streaming: The Model AI-S uses Bluetooth to stream phone calls and podcasts. They are both ASHA-compatible and MFi-certified for iOS and Android platforms.
  • Self-Fitting AI Technology: Clinically validated otoTune hearing test results are personalized to each user’s unique hearing loss profile in just three minutes.
  • Adaptive Directionality: Advanced signal processing ensures optimal sound clarity by focusing on speech and reducing background noise.
  • Automatic Mode Selection: The hearing aids intelligently adapt to various listening environments, from quiet settings to noisy environments, providing users with a seamless hearing experience.
  • Prescription Grade Sound Quality: Combining behind-the-ear and receiver-in-the-canal technology for prescription-grade sound quality and all-day comfort.
  • No Appointment Required: With no visits or prescriptions necessary, the Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, Model AI-S offer a hassle-free solution for individuals seeking hearing assistance.
  • FDA Regulation: The Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, Model AI-S have received FDA 510(k) clearance as Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, ensuring safety and reliability.

Hearing Aid Pricing

With price points starting at $649/set for the base model and the new streaming model, the Sontro Self-Fitting OTC Hearing Aids, Model AI-S MSRP listed at $749/set, Soundwave aims to provide a cost-effective and convenient solution for individuals looking to improve their hearing. The hearing aids come in two colors, beige and grey and are sold in sets.

The otoTune Hearing Test

Soundwave Hearing’s otoTune Assistant—a hearing testing tablet—is a three-minute Point of Care Test for hearing health, that allows independent pharmacies, hearing care professionals, primary care physician groups, and employer wellness programs the ability to expand their clinical service offerings.

Photo courtesy of Soundwave Hearing