Introducing the NEW Widex SmartRIC Hearing Aid
NEW ANGLES OF NATURAL HEARING
“The Widex SmartRIC can help wearers engage with the world as naturally as possible with better directionality, reduced wind and touch noise, and improved battery life, the longest battery life yet for a Widex RIC.” - Widex
Why RIC?
The Receiver in the canal (RIC) hearing aids are similar to the commonly known behind the ear (BTE) hearing aids as they rest comfortably behind the ear.
However, RIC aids are smaller, comfortable, and more discrete with a thin wire that connects to a speaker inside the opening of the ear.
The speaker inside the ear enables discreet sound delivery, the open fit design also helps sound pass naturally into your ear whilst still providing the amplification needed simultaneously.
Why SMART?
Developed in a groundbreaking L-shaped form, the Widex SmartRIC places the microphones at an improved angle.
Why does the microphone angle matter?
By placing the SmartRIC higher up on the ear, the angle between the two microphones is closer to horizontal. This enables the hearing aid to align with what you are focusing on, resulting in clearer speech in noisy situations. This enhancement is designed to help you engage in social situations and live your life more fully.
What else is great about the SmartRIC?
Reduces unwanted noise
The Widex SmartRIC features newly designed microphone inlets that effectively reduce wind and touch noise to make challenging situations more comfortable.
Long lasting battery
With improved battery performance, the Widex SmartRIC is also Widex’s longest lasting rechargeable RIC hearing aid ever, providing extended wear and more streaming time. (37 hours without streaming, 27 hours with 8 hours streaming.)
The natural Widex sound
The Widex SmartRIC incorporates celebrated features of Widex technology. Their data speaks for the naturalness of the Widex sound with 74% of Widex Moment users saying that it is easy to get accustomed to the Widex sound.* This makes Widex hearing aids a good choice for both current hearing aid users and for first-time users.
Why WIDEX?
Widex advanced technology crafts a natural hearing experience
Widex has always been an industry leader when it comes to hearing aid signal processing time. Widex PureSound™ is an ultra-fast signal processing pathway that offers the most natural sound for hearing aid users with mild to moderate hearing loss. This is made possible by their ZeroDelay™ technology,
Tailor made hearing aid amplification
Everyone's ear canals are different, with their own unique shape, size, curves, and grooves. So, Widex tailor their hearing aid amplification to the individual user, instead of basing it on data gained from artificial measurements, recorded using an artificial ear.
Natural Sound and reduced background noise combined
Widex believe that in most situations natural sound is better than aggressive processing. However, in specific noisy situations where you need support, they use technology to reduce background noise, helping you focus on what you want to hear.
“The innovative microphone placement of the SmartRIC is the next step in the evolution of how we support hearing in noisy situations” - Widex
WIDEX SmartRIC - Key Features
Innovative new angled microphone placement to follow direction of hearing
New microphone design effectively reduces unwanted noise from wind & touch
Improved longest lasting Battery Performance
Natural sound, easy to get accustomed to*
Available in Tech Black, Silver Grey, Rose Gold, Honey Blonde or Dark Cherry
Portable charger available for hassle-free charging
The SmartRIC Portable Charger
Be empowered by hassle-free charging, mobility, and peace of mind. Whether you're spending a weekend with family, going hiking, or enjoying a vacation...
7-days of full use before having to re-charge the charger
Provides up to 5 full hearing aid charges, allowing over a week of freedom.
A 4-hour charge, gives a full day of natural hearing sound from 0% battery to 100%
For Batteries at 40% or less, a 30-minute ‘fast charge’ is activated for up to 8 hours of effective use.
Re charging the charger: 4-hours (via USB-C) 6-hours (via Qi-certified charging pad)
A compact size that fits effortlessly into a bag or pocket for easy portability.
LED indicators provide instant charging status visibility, giving you confidence that your hearing aids are ready when you need them
Hassle free charging for life on the go
Source: Widex
*Ziegler et al. (2023). The Widex Sound Philosophy: A Global Perspective on Natural Sound, Innovative Technology, and User Satisfaction. WidexPress 53
