Audientes designs and develops self-fitting hearing aids, such as Ven, that allow users to perform hearing tests and calibrate their devices independently through built-in controls or a smartphone app. This technology addresses the challenge of accessibility and affordability in hearing solutions for individuals with mild to severe hearing loss.
Funding
$245.7K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many individuals with mild to severe hearing loss face barriers to accessing traditional hearing aids due to high costs, the need for professional fitting, and limited accessibility to audiology clinics. This results in delayed treatment and reduced quality of life for those who could benefit from hearing assistance.
Solution
Audientes offers self-fitting hearing aids, such as Ven, that allow users to independently test their hearing and calibrate the devices to their specific needs, either through onboard controls or a smartphone application. The binaural hearing aids are designed for adults with mild to severe hearing loss (26-70 dB HL) and feature wireless Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and call handling. The self-fitting process eliminates the need for in-clinic appointments, while the rechargeable battery and personalized audiogram feature enhance user convenience.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is adults experiencing mild to severe hearing loss who seek an accessible, affordable, and customizable hearing solution without requiring professional fitting.
Features
- On-device or in-app hearing test for personalized calibration
- Wireless Bluetooth connectivity for audio streaming and call handling
- Detachable earpieces for unilateral or binaural use
- Built-in, long-lasting rechargeable battery
- Five pre-set sound programs for various listening environments
- Automatic or manual volume control
- Personalized audiogram generation via the Audientes app to monitor hearing health
- Ability to create individual hearing profiles for each ear