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Phonak Infinio Ultra Sphere i90 Hearing Aids Overview
The Phonak Infinio Ultra Sphere i90 is the flagship Receiver-in-Canal (RIC) model in Phonak’s newest Infinio Ultra lineup — and it’s creating a lot of buzz in the hearing care world, for very good reason.
It’s the first hearing aid ever built with a dedicated AI processor solely for separating speech from background noise. Instead of relying on software tweaks or enhanced microphone directionality, this hardware-level AI fundamentally changes how the hearing aid handles busy, challenging listening situations.
Suitable for mild to profound hearing loss
Dedicated AI chip for speech separation
Spheric Speech Clarity 2.0 system
AutoSense OS 7.0 automatic environment detection
Up to 56 hours battery life (or around 11 hours in full AI mode)
Universal Bluetooth (iPhone + Android)
IP68 dust and water resistance
Rechargeable with on-the-go charging
Compatible with EasyGuard domes
Available in 7 colours: Sand beige, sandalwood, chestnut, champagne, silver grey, graphite grey & velvet black
Works with Roger accessories: Roger On, Roger Select, Roger Table Mic, Roger Clip-On Mic and myPhonak app
At the heart of the Infinio Ultra Sphere i90 is a specialised AI processor whose only job is separating speech from noise — in real time.
This isn’t software. This isn’t repurposed processing power. This is a standalone chip designed from the ground up to pull speech out of chaos.
Phonak’s testing suggests that wearers are three times more likely to catch every word in noisy situations compared to wearing hearing aids without this technology. For anyone who’s struggled in restaurants, pubs or crowded events, that’s a genuinely life-altering improvement.
Powered by the AI chip, Spheric Speech Clarity 2.0 enhances speech not just from the front, but from every direction — even from multiple talkers at once.
Traditional directional microphones narrow in on what’s ahead of you. This system listens in 360 degrees, extracting speech from wherever conversation is happening.
Phonak reports a 10.2 dB improvement in signal-to-noise ratio — a very large jump in hearing aid terms.
What this means in practice: conversations in restaurants, family gatherings, meetings and social environments become dramatically easier.
Phonak’s real-world data suggests up to 35% better speech understanding in noise compared to other leading premium devices.
No more nodding politely because it’s too exhausting to follow the conversation — that’s exactly the scenario this device is designed to eliminate.
You can choose how much AI processing the hearing aid uses:
Full Spheric AI Mode → Maximum clarity, approx. 11 hours battery
Adaptive mode → Automatically reduces AI processing in quiet settings, extending battery up to 56 hours
The system balances clarity and battery life intelligently, depending on your environment.
The Sphere i90 uses Phonak’s seventh-generation AutoSense operating system. Trained using AI, it recognises sound environments and automatically adjusts how the hearing aid processes sound.
AutoSense has been refined for years, and it typically performs smoother and more naturally than the adaptive systems found in many other brands.
The Infinio Ultra Sphere is available in:
i90 – full AI capability and all advanced features
i70 – a reduced feature set at a lower price
If you regularly struggle in noisy environments, the i90 is strongly recommended, as the i70 won’t deliver the full potential of the AI processor.
Both versions are IP68-rated, meaning they resist dust, sweat, rain and splashes.
First hearing aid with a dedicated AI chip purely for speech separation
Up to 3× better speech understanding in noise
Works in 360 degrees, not just the front
Battery life: 11 to 56 hours depending on AI usage
Strong, reliable Bluetooth for iPhone and Android
Two tech levels (i90 and i70) — the i90 is best for noisy environments
IP68 durability and EasyGuard compatibility
Ideal for people who consistently struggle with speech-in-noise
The Phonak Infinio Ultra Sphere i90 marks a major shift in how hearing aids tackle noisy environments. The dedicated AI processor isn’t a gimmick — it’s a real engineering advancement that delivers measurable, meaningful improvement.
It’s undeniably a premium product, but for anyone whose life involves noisy social settings or challenging listening situations, the improvement in communication and quality of life could be remarkable.
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