Launched in August 2026, EON was recognized for its newly developed HYPERSONIC™ chip, combining Spheric Speech Clarity 3.0, AutoSense OS™ AI 8.0 and Made-For-All connectivity in one, more efficient platform. It further strengthens Phonak’s competitive position in improving speech understanding in noise, automatically adapting to the surrounding sound environment and connecting to virtually any Bluetooth® enabled device.

Now in its seventh year, the global awards program recognizes innovative technologies, products and services from across the hearing industry.

“This recognition is important because EON is built around what truly matters: helping people stay connected in everyday life,” said Josipa Kern, Global Head of Phonak. “By combining AI in complex listening situations with next-generation connectivity, EON moves hearing technology beyond making sound louder and toward helping people take part more fully in the world around them.”

EON also introduces WindBlock 2.0, which automatically reduces wind noise by up to 50 dB and can improve the signal-to-noise ratio by up to 30 dB.¹ It supports clearer conversations and a more natural listening experience outdoors.

“The Innovator Awards recognize technologies and solutions that are advancing what’s possible in hearing care,” said Dr. Robert Traynor, member of the 2026 Hearing Technology Innovator Awards judging panel. “This year’s winners reflect the creativity and technical progress taking place across the industry, with innovations designed to address real-world needs for both hearing professionals and the people they serve.”

EON offers the most comprehensive connectivity in the market. This means EON connects to virtually any Bluetooth® enabled device and combines Bluetooth Classic, Roger Direct™ and Auracast™ broadcast audio into one hearing aid. Wearers can access calls, streaming, wireless microphones and compatible public audio broadcasts in venues such as museums, theatres and airports.

The 2026 HHTM program drew submissions from companies around the world across eight categories, representing a broad range of technologies and services designed to advance hearing and hearing care.

References

1 Compared to WindBlock 2.0 off. Lindeman, A. & Brunner, J. (2026). Enhancing outdoor communication: WindBlock 2.0 reduces wind noise by up to 50 dB. Phonak Insight, retrieved from www.phonak.com/evidence

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For more information about Phonak EON, visit www.phonak.com.

Phonak Media relations contact:

Global
Florence Camenzind
Phone +41 79 538 7131
Email florence.camenzind@sonova.com

US
Melissa Ristau
Phone +1 331 255 7400
Email melissa.ristau@sonova.com

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About Phonak

At Phonak, we see technology as an enabler of life, not the focus of it. Since 1947, we have advanced hearing technology to help people stay connected to what matters most: the people, moments and experiences that shape our lives.

Today, we bring together Swiss-engineered performance, a seamless connected hearing experience and purposeful design to create hearing solutions built for where life happens.

Our commitment goes beyond products. We work to change the conversation around hearing health by reducing stigma, supporting confidence and showing how hearing is connected to the broader context of healthy living. So people can stay confident, connected and fully in it.

For more information, please visit www.phonak.com.

Life is on. Phonak is made for it.

About Sonova

Sonova is the global leader in innovative hearing care solutions, combining technology leadership, audiological expertise and a strong local presence to serve a growing number of people with hearing loss in more than 100 countries. The Group was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Stäfa, Switzerland. As a vertically integrated company across its Wholesale, Retail, and Cochlear Implants businesses, Sonova operates through the brands Phonak, Unitron, AudioNova and Advanced Bionics as well as recognized regional brands.

In the 2025/26 financial year, the Group generated sales of CHF 3.6 billion, with a net profit of CHF 546 million. Around 18,000 employees are working on achieving Sonova’s vision of a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing. 

Sonova has a long-standing commitment to innovation and was ranked no. 12 among the most innovative companies in Europe in 2025 by Fortune magazine, selected from 300 companies across 21 countries and 16 industries. For more information, please visit www.sonova.com.