Starkey introduced Genesis AI in the US in February 2023. We wrote this first look that May using the manufacturer’s launch information, before we had tested the platform at Alto.
For advice on Starkey’s range and fitting options, see our Starkey hearing aids guide.
The Starkey Neuro Processor
The processor is the key component of every hearing aid, responsible for processing sounds from the environment. Starkey asserts that their all-new Neuro Processor is the industry’s most advanced, featuring a unique on-board Deep Neural Network (DNN) accelerator engine that mimics the human brain’s cerebral cortex.
This, according to Starkey, allows the hearing aids to learn and adapt to a wide variety of listening situations using advanced machine learning and complex pattern recognition.
Neuro Sound Technology
In simple terms, compression in hearing aids helps to balance the loud and soft sounds in the environment, making it easier for the wearer to hear speech and other important sounds comfortably. Starkey’s Neuro Sound Technology claims to enhance this process, enabling users to hear soft sounds without background noise, distinguish words and speech more intuitively, and significantly reduce their listening effort.
Starkey attributes this improvement to a new patented additive compression system, which, they say, optimises sound perception due to the speed of their new processor.
Genesis AI Design
The design of a hearing aid plays a crucial role in user comfort, satisfaction, and uptake. Starkey’s Genesis AI hearing aid is designed with ergonomics and aesthetics in mind. They suggest that their extensive research has resulted in a sleek and discreet device that provides all-day comfort and superior durability.
Moreover, Genesis AI will be available in a variety of popular styles, including completely-in-canal (CIC), rechargeable in-the-ear (ITE), and receiver-in-canal (RIC), catering to different user preferences.
Colour options on the RIC devices include, White, Tech Black, Graphite Gray, Silver, Chestnut, Caramel, and Beige.
The My Starkey App
To complement their Genesis AI hearing aids, Starkey have developed a new My Starkey app. My Starkey enables their users to adjust their hearing aid settings, stream calls, and even locate lost hearing aids from their smartphone. Furthermore, the app offers additional ‘lifestyle’ features, such as step counting, goal tracking, language translation, reminders, and even fall detection, aimed at making users’ lives easier and more enjoyable.
App features and streaming depend on the hearing-aid style, phone and software. Check the exact combination before buying.
Considering Genesis AI now
Genesis AI is an older Starkey platform. Anyone considering it now should check the exact model, phone compatibility and support included before comparing it with newer hearing aids.
If Starkey Genesis AI sounds promising, hearing aid treatment plans show how device choice, fitting and follow-up are handled at Alto.