Hearing aids that work in noisy places, like restaurants, using ML.
Company is active
Event Year: 2019
Company is active
Event Year: 2019
AudioFocus is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments, particularly in challenging acoustic environments. Recognizing the profound importance of social connection and shared experiences with loved ones, AudioFocus addresses the pervasive problem of noisy environments that impede effective communication, such as restaurants and social gatherings. By leveraging advanced acoustics-informed machine learning and custom microphone array designs, AudioFocus hearing aids selectively amplify nearby voices while minimizing background noise. This innovative approach aims to significantly improve speech intelligibility and reduce listening fatigue in complex soundscapes. The company's mission is to increase hearing aid adoption among the 37 million U.S. adults experiencing hearing loss, where current adoption rates remain low.
AudioFocus is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with hearing impairments, particularly in challenging acoustic environments. Recognizing the profound importance of social connection and shared experiences with loved ones, AudioFocus addresses the pervasive problem of noisy environments that impede effective communication, such as restaurants and social gatherings. By leveraging advanced acoustics-informed machine learning and custom microphone array designs, AudioFocus hearing aids selectively amplify nearby voices while minimizing background noise. This innovative approach aims to significantly improve speech intelligibility and reduce listening fatigue in complex soundscapes. The company's mission is to increase hearing aid adoption among the 37 million U.S. adults experiencing hearing loss, where current adoption rates remain low.
Total Raised: Unknown (Y Combinator backed)
Last Round: Summer 2019
Total Raised: Unknown (Y Combinator backed)
Last Round: Summer 2019
Healthcare
Healthcare
Healthcare -> Medical Devices
Healthcare -> Medical Devices
Team size: 4
Hiring: No
Team size: 4
Hiring: No