Your Everyday Edge: The Starkey Edge AI
From its pure, clean sound and dependable durability to its multiple health, wellness, and convenience features, Starkey Edge AI puts you in control of each day. 30% better speech identification, all-day battery life, and a waterproof build, fitted by licensed specialists in Florida, Illinois, and Missouri.
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Key Takeaways
- Neuro Processor Technology: Edge AI mimics the brain's auditory cortex, classifying complex soundscapes, enhancing speech, and reducing noise in real time with powerful AI at the edge.
- 30% Better Speech Identification: Compared to previous Starkey technology, so conversations in noise take less effort and less fatigue.
- Up to 51 Hours of Battery Life: The industry's longest-lasting rechargeable hearing aids keep going through two full days on a single overnight charge.
- Waterproof, Sweatproof, Everyday-Proof: Built tough with a waterproof rating up to one meter, so rain, sweat, and humidity are never a concern.
- Health Features Built In: Exercise monitoring, cognitive activity tracking, fall detection, and a self-guided balance assessment exercise.
- Available at Ear to Hear: Free hearing tests, expert fitting, and local service at 14 locations across Florida, Illinois, and Missouri.
How Our Process Works
Getting fitted for your Starkey Edge AI hearing aids is a simple, personalized journey. From your first visit, our licensed specialists learn about your lifestyle, hearing challenges, and the listening situations that matter most to you. The best Oticon hearing aids are only as good as the fitting behind them, which is why every step is tailored to your individual hearing profile.
Oticon hearing aids combine AI-powered sound processing with a discreet in-the-ear design, but the technology only delivers its full benefit when precisely programmed for your ears. Our hearing care professionals fine-tune the Edge AI so speech sounds natural, background noise stays comfortable, and streaming works seamlessly with your phone.
What to Expect at Your Fitting Appointment
Every fitting appointment follows three simple steps designed to make sure your Starkey Edge AI hearing aids are dialed in to your real-world needs. We listen, measure your hearing, then program and physically fit the devices so they feel as good as they sound.
- A no-pressure consultation about your daily listening situations.
- A comprehensive hearing evaluation mapping your exact hearing loss.
- Real-ear measurement and fine-tuning to match your prescription.
- Hands-on training with the My Starkey app, Bluetooth pairing, and your charger.
- A clear follow-up schedule for adjustments, cleaning, and ongoing care.
Step 1: Free Hearing Evaluation
We start with a comprehensive hearing test to understand your specific hearing loss and lifestyle needs. This is a no-obligation consultation.
Step 2: Personalized Fitting
Your Starkey Edge AI hearing aids are programmed to your hearing profile and physically fitted for a comfortable, secure fit inside the ear.
Step 3: Ongoing Support
We provide follow-up adjustments, cleaning, and ongoing care to ensure your hearing aids perform their best for years to come.
Starkey Edge AI Overview
The Starkey Edge AI is the hearing technology that put Starkey's Neuro Processor on the map. It mimics the brain's auditory cortex to help fix the broken listening process that comes with hearing loss, classifying complex soundscapes, enhancing speech, and reducing noise in real time. The result is pure, clean sound with 30% better speech identification compared to previous technology, so you feel confident in every conversation.
Edge AI is dependable no matter what. The sleek, modern design is discreet and barely noticeable to others, while the rechargeable battery delivers the industry's longest runtime at up to 51 hours. The housing is waterproof, sweatproof, and everyday-proof, built for real lives that include weather, work, and everything in between.
At Ear to Hear, we fit Edge AI in receiver-in-canal (RIC), in-the-canal (ITC), completely-in-canal (CIC), and invisible-in-canal (IIC) styles, in a full range of colors. Every fitting includes a free hearing test, real-ear measurement to verify the fit, and unlimited local service at any of our 14 locations across three states.
Key Features
| Feature | Starkey Edge AI |
|---|---|
| Processor | Starkey Neuro Processor with G2 Neuro Artificial Intelligence |
| Styles | RIC, ITC, CIC, IIC |
| Battery Life | Up to 51 hours (industry's longest rechargeable) |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof up to 1 meter (rechargeable styles), sweatproof |
| Speech in Noise | 30% better speech identification vs previous technology |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth LE Audio, Auracast ready, Apple Watch control |
| Health Features | Exercise monitoring, cognitive tracking, fall detection, balance assessment |
| App | My Starkey (iOS and Android) with TeleHear remote sessions |
| Accessories | StarLink Edge: LE Adapter, Remote Microphone, Table Microphone, TV Streamer |
LE Audio Streaming, Auracast Readiness, and Apple Watch Control
The Starkey Edge AI supports Bluetooth hearing aids connectivity with the modern LE Audio streaming protocol, which means Edge AI hearing aids pair more easily, connect more quickly, and stream more robustly than ever before.
- LE Audio Protocol: Pairs more easily, connects more quickly, and streams more robustly with the latest Bluetooth standard.
- Auracast Ready: Enjoy better sound quality in Auracast-enabled places like movie theaters, airports, and places of worship.
- Apple Watch Control: Change programs and adjust volume directly from your Apple Watch or smartphone.
- Convenience Features: Stream calls, get reminders, find lost hearing aids, and request TeleHear remote sessions, all from the My Starkey app.
- StarLink Edge Accessories: Pair with the LE Adapter, Remote Microphone, Table Microphone, and TV Streamer to step your listening experience up another notch.
The Industry's Longest Battery Life, Built Waterproof
Edge AI's rechargeable lithium-ion battery delivers up to 51 hours of use on a single overnight charge, the longest runtime available in a rechargeable hearing aid. Listen all day long and then some, without ever thinking about a battery door or disposable cells.
- 51-Hour Runtime: Two full days of typical use on one overnight charge.
- Waterproof and Sweatproof: Built tough to be waterproof up to one meter, so sweat, humidity, rain, and the unexpected never stop you.
- Everyday-Proof Durability: Dependable reliability no matter what your day includes.
- Discreet Modern Design: Sleek, comfortable, and barely noticeable to others.
The My Starkey App: A Control Center for Your Hearing Aids
Edge AI gives you an even bigger edge when paired with the easy-to-use My Starkey app, from streaming to health features that go beyond better hearing.
- Control Center: Change programs and adjust volume easily on your smartphone or Apple Watch.
- TeleHear Sessions: Request remote fine-tuning sessions with your hearing care professional without visiting the office.
- Find My Hearing Aids: Locate lost hearing aids directly from the app.
- Exercise Monitoring: Track daily activity and wellness goals.
- Cognitive Activity Tracking: Monitor cognitive engagement alongside your hearing health.
- Fall Detection: Alerts designated contacts if a fall is detected, for added peace of mind.
- Balance Assessment: A self-guided balance assessment exercise built right into the app.
More than meets the ear: My Starkey makes every day easier while supporting your overall health and wellness.
Starkey Edge AI vs. Starkey Genesis AI
| Feature | Starkey Edge AI | Starkey Genesis AI |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | G2 Neuro AI (newest) | Neuro Processor (first gen) |
| Speech in Noise | 30% better speech identification | Standard Genesis AI performance |
| Battery Life | Up to 51 hours | Up to 41 hours |
| Water Resistance | Waterproof up to 1 meter (rechargeable styles) | Water-resistant (IP68) |
| Styles | RIC, ITC, CIC, IIC | RIC, ITC, CIC, IIC |
| Fall Detection | Built in | Not available |
| Cognitive Tracking | Built in | Not available |
| Accessories | StarLink Edge series | StarLink series |
If you currently wear Genesis AI or an older Starkey hearing aid, ask about our trade-in evaluation at your free consultation. Upgrading to Edge AI means the G2 Neuro Processor, the industry's longest battery life, waterproof durability, and health features like fall detection and cognitive tracking.
Why Choose Ear to Hear for Your Starkey Edge AI Fitting
Licensed Hearing Care Specialists
Our audiologists and hearing instrument specialists are Starkey-certified fitters with extensive experience fitting Edge AI and the full Starkey lineup.
Free Hearing Tests and No-Obligation Consultations
Every Edge AI fitting begins with a comprehensive, free hearing test so we can match the technology to your exact hearing profile.
7-Day Trial
Try Edge AI in your own life for seven days. Hear the difference in the places that matter to you before you commit.
Local Service Across Three States
With 14 locations across Florida, Illinois, and Missouri, expert adjustments, cleanings, and warranty service are always close to home.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Starkey Edge AI
Edge AI's Neuro Processor mimics the brain's auditory cortex, classifying complex soundscapes, enhancing speech, and reducing noise in real time. That translates to 30% better speech identification compared to previous technology, with less listening effort and fatigue so conversations feel natural again.
Up to 51 hours on a single overnight charge, the industry's longest-lasting rechargeable hearing aid. That covers two full days of typical use, including streaming. Simply drop the hearing aids in the charger before bed and wake up ready for the day.
Yes. Edge AI is built tough to be waterproof up to one meter in rechargeable styles, sweatproof, and everyday-proof. Rain, workouts, humidity, and the occasional splash are never a concern.
Edge AI offers benefits beyond better hearing: exercise monitoring, cognitive activity tracking, fall detection with alerts to designated contacts, and a self-guided balance assessment exercise, all through the My Starkey app.
Edge Mode is on-demand sound optimization. When you tap it, the hearing aids instantly adjust to your listening environment, reducing listening effort and fatigue in challenging situations like noisy restaurants or crowded rooms.
Coverage varies by plan. Ear to Hear processes insurance for most major providers, including UnitedHealthcare, TruHearing, NationsHearing, and many Medicare Advantage plans, and our team will verify your benefits before your appointment at no cost. We also offer financing options for uncovered patients. Visit our insurance processing page to learn more.
Yes. Ear to Hear offers a 7-day trial on the Starkey Edge AI so you can experience it in your own life, in the places that matter most to you, before committing. Schedule a free hearing test at any of our 14 locations across Florida, Illinois, and Missouri to get started.
References
- Starkey Hearing Technologies. Edge AI: Your everyday Edge. https://www.starkey.com/hearing-aids/edge-artificial-intelligence-hearing-aids
- Starkey Hearing Technologies. My Starkey app and StarLink Edge accessories. https://www.starkey.com/
- Bluetooth SIG. Auracast broadcast audio overview. https://www.bluetooth.com/
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