Starkey Hearing Technologies is revolutionizing the hearing aid device, making it compatible with the machine learning age. In addition to its traditional duties, the new Livio AI is equipped to translate languages, track fitness and even monitor falls.
The next generation hearing aid device can translate between 27 languages with the help of an accompanying application called 'Thrive.' Livio AI can also connect to the step-counting application on a smartphone, track a "brain score" that is "based on active listening and social engagement," and allow for gesture control for select home entertainment devices like TVs.
Starkey Hearing Technologies is still developing a way for the smart heading aid device to track falls through built-in sensors. If the user suffers a fall, the Livio AI will automatically notify emergency contacts.
What's Driving This Trend
- Next-generation Hearing Aid Devices
- Innovative hearing aid devices are expanding their capabilities beyond traditional duties to include machine learning functions such as language translation, fitness tracking, and fall monitoring.
- Machine Learning Integration for Medical Devices
- Medical device manufacturers can capitalize on machine learning capabilities to expand their products' functionalities and improve user experience.
- Smart Home Devices for Accessibility
- The combination of gesture control and multi-functional hearing aids presents an opportunity for the development of smart home devices that cater to accessibility needs.
Who This Affects Most
- Medical Devices
- Medical device manufacturers can incorporate machine learning capabilities to enhance their product offerings and provide more value to consumers.
- Language Translation Technology
- The integration of language translation technology into hearing aid devices provides an opportunity to expand the application of translation to daily life.
- Smart Home Technology
- The development of smart home devices specifically designed for accessibility needs presents a market opportunity for businesses that cater to the aging population and people with disabilities.
