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聆听清晰未来:进博会AI全能系列助听器,以科技重构生活
Yang Zi Wan Bao Wang·2025-11-21 03:54

Core Insights - Hearing loss is increasingly recognized as a significant health issue affecting quality of life, particularly among the elderly population in China, with approximately 220 million individuals suffering from hearing loss, and a prevalence rate of about 45% among those aged 60 and above [1][2] - The global challenge of hearing loss is severe, with around 1.5 billion people affected, projected to rise to 2.5 billion by 2050, and at least 700 million requiring professional intervention [2][3] - There is a significant delay in intervention, with an average waiting period of 8 to 9 years from the onset of symptoms to the first use of hearing aids, exacerbating the decline in hearing and quality of life [3] Industry Developments - The introduction of AI technology in hearing aids marks a revolutionary shift in hearing health management, transitioning from passive responses to proactive interventions [4][7] - The Phonak AI hearing aids, showcased at the China International Import Expo, feature dual-chip technology that enhances sound processing capabilities, achieving a processing speed of 7.7 billion operations per second, which is 53 times more powerful than traditional chips [4][5] - The AI hearing aids utilize a deep neural network trained on 22 million real-world sound scenarios, improving speech understanding by 50% and reducing listening fatigue by 37% [4][5] Product Features - The new hearing aids offer long-lasting battery life and seamless connectivity with various smart devices, supporting simultaneous connections to two devices and memory for up to eight [5] - Features such as real-time remote fitting and motion sensors enhance user experience by allowing for easy integration into daily life and tracking of activity levels [5] - The integration of AI technology aims to reconnect individuals with hearing loss to society, enabling them to communicate freely in any environment [7]