2023 Manufacturer Update
Starkey Hearing Technologies was founded in 1967 by William F. Austin with headquarters based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. With a motto of “Hear better. Live Better,” Starkey places a strong emphasis on how our hearing plays a vital role in our mental and physical health, as well as overall quality of life. Starkey continues their commitment to help those in need through their Starkey Cares program, stating “Together, we can make a difference in the lives of people who need it the most.”
Notable features of Starkey, a US company:
- Strong focus on craftsmanship, with hearing aids built to last
- New Genesis AI model is waterproof up to 1 meter to help combat sweat, moisture, and humidity
- Lithium-ion rechargeable options, including rechargeable custom in-the-ear hearing aids that are also smartphone compatible
- iPhone and Android compatible Genesis hearing aids enhance user control through the My Starkey app with direct audio streaming from iPhones and select Android devices
- Genesis AI hearing aids combine hearing with health functions, including fitness tracking, fall detection, and language translation available on select models
- Accessories available to improve one-on-one communication and wireless TV streaming
- Tinnitus management system, both ear level and through phone app
- Large range of hearing aids styles to offer a solution for everyone, including invisible-in-the-canal hearing aid for a discreet option
- CROS and BiCROS options available
Gardner Audiology, with 10 locations in the Tampa Bay Area, fits, services, and repairs Starkey hearing aids in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Marion Counties in Florida. Call 1-800-277-1182 or email info@gardneraudiology.com for details.