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Manufacturer:Starkey
Model:Edge AI 16
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Overview of Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aids

 

Introduction to Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aids

Listening is a complex process that is usually effortless for those with "normal" hearing but can pose challenges for those with hearing loss. Starkey Edge AI 16 uses innovative technology, the G2 Neuro Processor, to stimulate the brain’s auditory cortex, helping users navigate these challenges. This is achieved through real-time analysis of intricate sound environments, enhancement of speech clarity, and reduction of background noise, all powered by advanced AI.

What does this mean for your hearing? Essentially, it means you'll enjoy a more natural listening experience. With the addition of Neuro Sound Technology 2.0, which mimics the brain's natural processes, you'll also gain greater control over your sound environment.

 

How does AI help your hearing?

How does artificial intelligence improve your hearing? AI in hearing aids makes these aids more intelligent and personalised. For instance, with AI technology, hearing aids can automatically adjust to various environments, effortlessly switching from a noisy restaurant setting to a quieter conversation mode. This means users can enjoy clearer sound without the need to fiddle with settings.

AI learns from individual preferences over time, customising the listening experience to match unique habits and needs. It’s like having a personal assistant that helps you hear better in every situation.

The Edge AI 16 hearing aids feature a modern, sleek design that is both discreet and comfortable, making them nearly invisible to others. With one of the longest-lasting rechargeable batteries available to date, users can enjoy up to 51 hours of listening on a single charge. These aids are also waterproof, sweatproof, and built for everyday use, ensuring durability in various conditions.

 

Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aid models

Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aids come in six styles, including rechargeable Receiver-in-Canal (RIC) models, size 312 disposable battery options, as well as rechargeable In-the-Ear (ITE) and In-the-Canal (ITC) models. There is also a Completely-in-Canal (CIC) version that uses a size 312 battery.

These devices are offered in three technology tiers (24, 20, and 16) and accommodate different levels of hearing loss from mild to severe. Two models, the RIC RT and RIC 312, are compatible with CROS technology for those with single-sided deafness.  However, there is no Behind-the-Ear (BTE) models in the Edge AI range.  Model breakdown:

  • Starkey Edge AI 16 CIC hearing aids: Completely-in-Canal model with Bluetooth and traditional battery.
  • Starkey Edge AI 16 ITC R hearing aids: Rechargeable, waterproof In-the-Canal model with Bluetooth.
  • Starkey Edge AI 16 ITE R hearing aids: Rechargeable, waterproof In-the-Ear model with Bluetooth.
  • Starkey Edge AI 16 RIC 312 hearing aids: Receiver-in-Canal model with Bluetooth, traditional battery, and CROS compatibility.
  • Starkey Edge AI 16 RIC R T hearing aids: Rechargeable, waterproof Receiver-in-Canal model with Bluetooth, CROS compatibility, and telecoil.
  • Starkey Edge AI 16 mRIC R hearing aids: Small, rechargeable Receiver-in-Canal model with Bluetooth.
  • Chargers: StarLink Premium/standard Charger 2.0 for RICs and Custom Charger 2.0 for rechargeable ITE models.
  • Colours available: Chestnut, black, grey, and beige.

 

Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aid's My Starkey App, Bluetooth connectivity, and accessories

The My Starkey app, designed with user feedback, is compatible with both the Edge AI and Genesis AI hearing aids to enhance listening experiences and simplify daily life. It's compatible with the new Apple Watch, allowing users to adjust settings, stream calls, and find lost hearing aids.

The app also helps track wellness goals by counting steps and measuring engagement. Other features include language translation, reminder settings, and other tools aimed at improving daily convenience.

Starkey Edge AI 16 also introduces the StarkLink Edge TV Streamer, which is future-proof and Auracast-ready, using Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio to deliver high-quality audio from your TV directly to compatible hearing aids.  Compatible accessories include:

  • TV Streamers: Stream audio directly from TVs or electronic devices.
  • Table Microphones: Perfect for group settings, streaming the primary speaker's voice directly to your hearing aids.
  • Mini Remote Microphones: Ideal for clear one-on-one conversations in noisy environments.
  • Remote Controls: The StarLink Remote Control 2.0 simplifies volume adjustments and program switching.

 

Benefits of Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aid's Bluetooth

Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aids offer seamless Bluetooth connectivity, allowing users to easily connect to smartphones, tablets, TVs, and audio equipment. This enhances control and convenience:

  • Receive calls directly with your hearing aids.
  • Enjoy TV at your preferred volume with wireless accessories.
  • Stream music directly from devices.
  • Manage hearing aids and track health through the My Starkey app.

 

With these features and accessories, Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aids provide a great solution to enhance the hearing experience. The Bluetooth LE Audio protocol improves connectivity while consuming less power, allowing for quick pairing and reliable streaming. It's universally compatible with Apple iOS and the latest Android devices, ensuring you're prepared for future Auracast broadcasts.

When comparing Starkey Edge AI 16 with the 24, what's missing in terms of features? In short, you'll miss out on some automation and user controls, plus there is no Voice AI feature at this performance level.

 

Other performance levels in the Starkey Edge AI hearing aid range:

►Starkey Edge AI 24 hearing aids

►Starkey Edge AI 20 hearing aids

 

Want to know more about Starkey Edge AI 16 hearing aids?

Whether you are looking to upgrade or new to hearing aids, discover our Starkey Edge AI hearing aids range page here or call us free on 0800 567 7621 to chat about these digital hearing aids, what they can do for your hearing loss, and whether they are the right hearing aids for you.

We also provide free home visits, allowing our audiologists to come to you and make it easier than ever to prioritise your hearing health. Schedule an appointment with a trusted expert and experience the convenience of personalised care right at your doorstep.

Please note, that there will be an additional surcharge of £125 if we are pairing a single hearing aid with an existing aid bought from another company where we are taking over the aftercare responsibilities and looking after both hearing aids.

Written by Paul Harrison, Audiology Expert at Hearing Aid UK

Paul Harrison is an audiology expert at Hearing Aid UK, with over 20 years of audiology experience and a member of the British Society of Hearing Aid Audiologists Council (BSHAA) between 2015 - 2020.

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Tech Rating:
£1895
per aid
£3495
per pair

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles: RIC, ITE, ITC, CIC

Warranty:  5 years
Charger: 
Rechargeable an additional £100 per aid

Starkey Edge AI Full Range

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles: RIC, ITE, ITC, CIC

Warranty:  5 years
Charger: 
Rechargeable an additional £100 per aid

Starkey Edge AI Full Range
Tech Rating:
£1695
per aid
£3095
per pair

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles: RIC, ITE, ITC, CIC

5 Year Warranty Included. Rechargeable models are an additional £100 per aid. 

Starkey Edge AI Full Range

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles: RIC, ITE, ITC, CIC

5 Year Warranty Included. Rechargeable models are an additional £100 per aid. 

Starkey Edge AI Full Range
Tech Rating:
£1395
per aid
£2595
per pair

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles: RIC, ITE, ITC, CIC

5 Year Warranty Included. Rechargeable models are an additional £100 per aid. 

Starkey Edge AI Full Range

Behind the Ear & In the Ear
Fitting Styles: RIC, ITE, ITC, CIC

5 Year Warranty Included. Rechargeable models are an additional £100 per aid. 

Starkey Edge AI Full Range

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If you are looking at this page then it is likely that an audiologist has suggested that you purchase this particular hearing aid, so is this the best model for you?

In general, any audiologist will always be recommending to you the model that best suits your needs. Here is a useful check list to make sure that is the case.

  • Audiologist level of knowledge. The audiologist you have seen will hopefully have a wide knowledge of all available hearing aids, however some will only be familiar with a small number of brands and therefore may not really be in a position to know which model is the best for you. It is OK to challenge their recommendation and ask them to justify why this particular brand is the one for you.
  • Do research. Read about the hearing aid that was recommended. Does it seem like it will suit your lifestyle? Does it have more or less features than you need? 
  • Be aware of sales targets. Many high street retailers have specific tie-ins to a particular manufacturer/brand. The hearing aid they have suggested may still be the correct one for you, but do your research so that you know why they might have recommended it.

If in doubt, feel free to give us a call. That's what we're here for.

Do I need one hearing aid or two?

If you have a significant hearing loss in both ears, you should be wearing two hearing aids. Here are the audiological reasons why:

Localisation. The brain decodes information from both ears and compares and contrasts them. By analysing the miniscule time delays as well as the difference in loudness of each sound reaching the ears, the person is able to accurately locate a sound source. Simply put, if you have better hearing on one side than the other, you can't accurately tell what direction sounds are coming from.

Less amplification required. A phenomena known as “binaural summation” means that the hearing aids can be set at a lower and more natural volume setting than than if you wore only one hearing aid.

Head shadow effect. High frequencies, the part of your hearing that gives clarity and meaning to speech sounds, cannot bend around your head. Only low frequencies can. Therefore if someone is talking on your unaided side you are likely to hear that they are speaking, but be unable to tell what they have said.

Noise reduction. The brain has it’s own built in noise reduction which is only really effective when it is receiving information from both ears. If only one ear is aided, even with the best hearing aid in the world, it will be difficult for you to hear in background noise as your brain is trying to retain all of the sounds (including background noise) rather than filtering it out.

Sound quality. We are designed to hear in stereo. Only hearing from one side sounds a lot less natural to us.

What are the benefits of rechargeable hearing aids?

For most people, the main benefit of a rechargeable hearing aid is simple convenience. We are used to plugging in our phones and other devices overnight for them to charge up. 

For anybody with poor dexterity or issues with their fingers, having a rechargeable aid makes a huge difference as normal hearing aid batteries are quite small and some people find them fiddly to change.

One downside is that if you forget to charge your hearing aid, then it is a problem that can't be instantly fixed. For most a 30 minute charge will get you at least two or three hours of hearing, but if you are the type of person who is likely to forget to plug them in regularly then you're probably better off with standard batteries.

Rechargeable aids are also a little bit bigger and are only available in behind the ear models.

Finally, just like with a mobile phone, the amount of charge you get on day one is not going to be the same as you get a few years down the line. Be sure to ask what the policy is with the manufacturer warranty when it comes to replacing the battery.

 

Are behind the ear aids better than in the ear aids?

For most people, the answer is yes. But it's never that simple.

The majority of hearing problems affect the high frequencies a lot more than the low ones. Therefore open fitting hearing aids sound a lot more natural and ones that block your ears up can make your own voice sound like you are talking with your head in a bucket. Therefore in-ear aids tend to be less natural.

However the true answer is we can't tell until we have had a look in your ears to assess the size of your ear canal, and until we have tested your hearing to see which frequencies are being affected.

People with wider ear canals tend to have more flexibility, also there are open fitting modular CIC hearing aids now that do not block your ears.

There is also the age old rule to consider, that a hearing aid will not help you if it's sat in the drawer gathering dust. If the only hearing aid you would be happy wearing is one that people can't see, then that's what you should get.

Most people can adapt to any type of hearing aid, as long as they know what to expect. Have an honest conversation with your audiologist as to what your needs are.

What are channels, and how many do I need?

Generally speaking, six or more. Unless it's none at all.

The number of channels a hearing aid has is often a simplistic way an audiologist will use to explain why one hearing aid is better than another, but channels are complex and it is really not that straightforward.

Hearing aids amplify sounds of different frequencies by different amounts. Most people have lost more high frequencies than low and therefore need more amplification in the high frequencies. The range of sounds you hear are split into frequency bands or channels and the hearing aids are set to provide the right amount of hearing at each frequency level.

Less than six channels and this cannot be done with much accuracy, so six is the magic number. However, a six channel aid is typically very basic with few other features and is suitable only for hearing a single speaker in a quiet room. The number of channels is not what you should be looking at, it's more the rest of the technology that comes with them.

As a final note, different manufacturers have different approaches. One method is not necessarily better than any other. For example some manufacturers have as many as 64 channels in their top aids. Most tend to have between 17 and 20. One manufacturer has no channels at all.

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Hearing aids are easily lost, misplaced or damaged and typically are one of the most expensive personal possessions an individual can own. We offer hearing aid warranty cover for £80 per year per aid.  Find out more here

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