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Oticon has announced Oticon Intent, the first hearing aid designed to interpret the wearer’s physical movements and listening intentions in real time. Using new “4D Sensor” technology, the device detects head motion, body movement, and listening behavior to adjust sound processing automatically.
Built on Oticon’s new Sirius platform with an updated deep neural network, Intent aims to improve speech clarity and reduce background noise by responding dynamically to how users engage with their environment. The hearing aid reportedly includes improved battery performance, including fast-charging options, and has the potential to be positioned as a major advance for people who frequently move between different sound settings. While early reactions to the device praise the innovation behind sensor-driven sound adjustments, some professionals note that benefits may widely vary based on individual hearing profiles.
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