Starkey Wi Series Hearing Aids & Reviews

Written by Paul Harrison

The Wi is  Starkeys new range of wireless hearing aids. Available in the Starkey X Series i110 Hearing Aids, Starkey X Series i90 Hearing Aids and Starkey X Series i70 Hearing Aids they contain some of Starkeys top level technology. Along with a wide range of features, these hearing aids also allow you to connect to Starkeys wireless accessories, these include:

• Surflink Media Streamer – TV/Radio/MP3 Streamer
• Surflink Remote Control – 3 Mode Remote Control
• Surflink Mobile – Media streamer/remote control/mobile phone transmitter

The Wi is available in the following styles

RIC – (Receiver in Canal)

CIC – (Completely in Canal)

ITC – (In the Canal)

ITE – (In the Ear)

The Wi Series is available with a range of features depending on which level of technology you choose. These features include.

• Up to 16 Channels - Each channel processes a range of frequencies so the more channels you have, the more specifically it can be programmed to suit your hearing needs.
• Up to 5 Levels of Personalisation – This allows you to customise the hearing aid to your personal requirements.
• Voice iQ2 – Thanks to this feature, the noise reduction capability in these hearing aids has been greatly increased up to a maximum 20dB noise reduction strength.
• Audioscape – This recognises noise patterns in different environments working to ensure that priority is always given to speech The X Series i110 and i90 have adaptation levels and will automatically adjust your hearing aid to your preferred settings.
• Feedback Eliminator -  Starkey’s Purewave technology helps to eliminate the whistling feedback noises that can occur.
• Self Learning – Your hearing aid will actually learn your volume preferences and adjust itself automatically
• Swap Fit – This allows your audiologist to transfer your settings from your old hearing aid device to the new one.
• 3D Speech Mapping – This feature is only available on the X Series i110. Using this, your audiologist can see how your hearing aid is processing sounds in real time.

The Wi Series also features Starkeys Hydrashield. This makes your hearing aids resistant to a range of substances such as sweat, wax or water, helping to prolong the life of the hearing aid.

In conclusion, the Wi Series is available in a range of styles and levels of technology to suit your individual needs. With the added bonus of wireless capability you receive a high level of technology along with the freedom to enjoy everyday activities such as watching tv.

Author: Paul Harrison