What's New in Hearing Aid Technology?

What’s New in Hearing Aid Technology? Smart Features to Know in 2025

In 2025, hearing aids do a lot more than just help your hearing. Thanks to new advancements in technology, they can also adapt to your environment, filter out background noise automatically, connect to your smartphone, and even respond to your voice. In this blog, we’ll explore the standout features in today’s latest devices and how they’re changing the game for people with hearing loss. 

Smarter Sound With Built-In Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence (AI) is now a key part of the most advanced hearing aid technology.¹ Instead of simply boosting all sound, AI also helps your device identify and focus on the speech you want to hear, especially in noisy environments like restaurants or shopping centres. 

A 2023 study found that AI-enhanced hearing aids improved speech understanding in background noise by up to 30% compared to traditional models.² For anyone who struggles to follow conversations in social settings, this advancement in hearing aid technology is a game-changer.

Top Smart Features To Know In 2025

Today’s hearing aids go far beyond sound amplification. They’re intelligent, connected and personalised - designed to support your lifestyle and make hearing feel seamless, wherever you are. Some of the most exciting features to know in 2025 include:

• Auto-scene detection: Whether it’s a busy street, a quiet lounge, or bustling cafe, auto-scene detection instantly recognises where you are. It then automatically adjusts the settings so you get clearer, more comfortable hearing without needing to fiddle with controls. 
• Voice-assistant compatibility: Lets you command your hearing aids hands-free using simple voice commands. It’s great for multitasking and accessibility. 
• Motion sensors: Detects whether you’re walking, sitting, or moving, and adjusts settings in real time to match your activity. 
• Bluetooth connectivity: Seamlessly pairs with your smartphone or tablet for streaming calls, music, and more. TV and computer streaming is also possible with the addition of a compatible accessory.

Spotlight On Innovation: Phonak Audéo™ Sphere Infinio

One of the most advanced hearing aids in 2025 is the Phonak Audéo™ Sphere Infinio. It combines smart AI technology with practical features to make daily listening easier and clearer.³ Key features include:

• Dedicated AI Chip DEEPSONIC: Using AI to analyse and interpret sounds in real-time, DEEPSONIC helps distinguish speech from background noise more effectively for a more comfortable listening experience. Even in noisy environments, it intelligently enhances speech so you can hear conversations more clearly. 
• Spheric Speech Clarity: Powered by DEEPSONIC, this feature doubles your chances of hearing in a complex noisy environment, from any direction. Whether you’re in a busy restaurant or social gathering with multiple speakers, Spheric Speech Clarity helps distinguish speech from background noise so conversations are easier to follow. 
• Less listening effort: Thanks to AI technology, you’ll find listening effort is reduced. This makes conversations more comfortable and less tiring as your hearing aids automatically detect and adjust to your sound environment without requiring manual changes.
• Universal Bluetooth: Connects effortlessly to smartphones, TVs, tablets and more, so you can stream phone calls, music or podcasts directly to your hearing aids for greater convenience. Equipped with an ERA chip that’s ultra-responsive and enhances Bluetooth connectivity, you can also take hands-free calls and audio streaming with up to twice the distance compared to previous hearing aids. 
  Water-resistant: Designed with IP68-rated water and dust resistance, for those who enjoy an active lifestyle this feature means you can enjoy more freedom with your hearing aids outdoors. They can survive immersion in water up to 1m deep for 60 minutes.

Ready To Hear The Future?

If you’re thinking about trying hearing aids or wanting to upgrade your current pair, there’s never been a better time. Today’s devices are smarter, more discrete, and more powerful than ever. 

Book an appointment at your local Connect Hearing clinic today and experience the next generation of hearing aid technology for yourself. Our expert team can help you find the right solution to suit your lifestyle and hearing needs.

References:

1. Connect Hearing (n.d.), Phonak Audeo Sphere Infinio, www.connecthearing.com.au, accessed 30 June 2025.
2. Nature Machine Intelligence (18 October 2021), Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to transform hearing healthcare and research, Nature Machine Intelligence, accessed 30 June 2025. 
3. Forbes (28 July 2023), AI Vs. Hearing Loss: The Battle That’s Transforming Millions Of Lives, www.forbes.com, accessed 30 June 2025.