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Phonak Infinio Ultra i50 R – Overview

The Phonak Infinio Ultra i50 R is the standard-level model in Phonak’s new Infinio Ultra lineup.

While it sits below the i70 R and i90 R, it still delivers dependable everyday performance through AI-trained automatic sound classification, universal Bluetooth connectivity, and Phonak’s latest ERA processing platform. It’s designed for people who need reliable support in day-to-day listening situations without requiring the advanced speech enhancement features found in the higher technology levels.

For those whose environments are mostly calm, predictable, or conversational — home, one-to-one chats, quiet cafés — the i50 R offers strong value and stable performance at a more accessible price point.

Quick Highlights

• AI-trained AutoSense OS 7.0

• Fully rechargeable (up to 31 hours battery life)

• Universal Bluetooth connectivity

• Swiss engineered

• 16 fine-tuning channels

• IP68 water and dust resistance

• Available colours: Sand beige, sandalwood, chestnut, champagne, silver grey, graphite grey, velvet black

• Accessory compatible with: Roger On, Roger Select, Roger Table Mic, Roger Clip-On Mic, and the myPhonak app

Automatic Sound Processing for Everyday Listening

The defining feature of the Infinio Ultra i50 R is its ability to automatically adapt to different sound environments without manual effort. Using AI-trained AutoSense OS 7.0, the device detects where you are — at home, in the car, in a café, or listening to music — and switches between eight automatic programs to match the situation.

The i50 R includes all AutoSense 7.0 base programs, including:

• Speech in Noise

• Speech in Loud Noise

• Speech in Car

• Music

• Comfort in Noise

• Calm Situation

• Streaming Speech

• Streaming Music

This ensures you get appropriate sound without needing to adjust settings throughout the day.

Powered by the ERA processing chip, transitions between environments are smooth and natural, delivering comfortable listening for everyday activities.

AutoSense 7.0 – Reliable Automatic Adaptation

The i50 R features AutoSense 7.0 — the same system used in the i70 and i90 models — trained on thousands of sound environments to recognise conversations, background noise, movement between spaces, and music.

It automatically adjusts microphone directionality, noise reduction, and processing settings depending on what you’re hearing.

However, unlike the higher tiers, the i50 R does not include the advanced SmartSpeech Technology suite that significantly improves speech clarity in noisy or complex environments.

Solid Everyday Speech, Music & Connectivity Performance

The Infinio Ultra i50 R provides dependable performance for everyday communication — especially in quiet and moderate noise. It offers:

• Clear speech for one-to-one conversations

• Good performance in quieter restaurants and cafés

• Reliable processing for streamed calls, podcasts, and music

• Automatic switching into the Music program when music is detected

The i50 R includes 16 fine-tuning channels, allowing precise programming to your audiogram, though this is fewer than the 20 channels available on the i70 and i90.

Connectivity is strong and universal — working with iPhone, Android, laptops, tablets, and offering two-way streaming for hands-free phone calls.

The device is also Auracast-ready for future broadcast audio systems.

What You Lose When Stepping Down from the i70 to the i50

While the i50 R is reliable, stepping down from the i70 R means losing several notable features that improve performance in noisy or complex environments:

• No SmartSpeech Technology
  The i70 R includes SpeechSensor, Speech Enhancer, Dynamic Noise Cancellation, and Motion Sensor Hearing — all of which significantly improve clarity in challenging noise. None of these are available on the i50 R.

• No StereoZoom 2.0
  The i70 includes StereoZoom 2.0 as a manual program. The i50 does not include StereoZoom at all.

• Reduced noise management
  The i50 handles light–moderate noise well but is less effective in loud or multi-speaker environments.

• Fewer fine-tuning channels
  The i70 has 20 channels; the i50 has 16, giving slightly less fitting precision.

• No tap control
  The i70 allows tap gestures for call and media control; the i50 does not.

• Less support for complex environments
  The i50 is designed primarily for simpler listening situations — it won’t perform as strongly in busy pubs, loud restaurants, or dynamic group conversations.

Overall, the i50 is best suited for simpler environments, while the i70 offers much better support in more demanding daily situations.

Who Is the i50 R Best For?

The Infinio Ultra i50 R is ideal if you:

• Spend most of your time in quiet or predictable environments

• Need support primarily for conversations at home, one-to-one chats, or calm social settings

• Want Phonak quality without the cost of higher tiers

• Are new to hearing aids and want a straightforward, reliable option

• Don’t often visit very noisy restaurants, pubs, or group environments

• Want universal Bluetooth and rechargeability without advanced features

If you frequently struggle in complex environments, the i70 R may offer better long-term value.

Overall

The Phonak Infinio Ultra i50 R provides dependable, well-balanced performance with AI-trained automatic processing, universal connectivity, and everyday comfort. While it lacks the advanced SmartSpeech Technology and directional systems found in the i70 and i90 models, it remains a strong choice for people whose listening needs are mainly in quieter or moderate environments.

If your lifestyle involves frequent noisy restaurants, group conversations, or competing speakers, the upgrade to the i70 R is worth considering. But for calm, everyday listening environments, the i50 R delivers reliable performance at a more accessible price

Other performance levels:

►Click here to view Phonak Infinio Ultra i90 R hearing aids

►Click here to view Phonak Infinio Ultra i70 R hearing aids

►Click here to view Phonak Infinio Ultra i30 R hearing aids

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Author: Naomi Livermore