Oticon Introduces Oticon Zeal™, the World’s Most Discreet, Complete Hearing Aid

The first hearing aid to do it all — unseen — combines great sound quality, advanced AI sound processing, connectivity, and rechargeability in discreet design.

SOMERSET, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hearing every word, every laugh, and every moment that matters, this is what hearing aid users expect when it comes to sound quality. At the same time, they often look for a discreet solution that fits seamlessly into their lives. New Oticon Zeal is the world’s most discreet, complete hearing aid that meets these user needs in an unseen way. This groundbreaking in-the-ear hearing aid style combines discreetness, comfort, and ease of use with Oticon’s premium sound quality, cutting-edge connectivity, and rechargeable all-day power, all in one solution.

Oticon Zeal represents the next step in Oticon's mission to make advanced hearing care more natural and accessible. It builds on proven BrainHearing™ technology to support how the brain naturally processes sound.

Clear, rich, and beautifully balanced AI sound

To help hearing aid users enjoy clear conversations anywhere, Oticon Zeal is designed for the real world of sounds, even in the most challenging noisy environments. The second-generation AI technology is always on, supporting users every minute of every day. People no longer need to choose between discreet style and functionality – they can confidently embrace hearing aid technology that works as seamlessly as they live. Additionally, Oticon Zeal includes Oticon's BrainHearing technology, which supports the brain’s natural sound processing. It gives users access to all relevant sounds around them, keeping them connected to the important sounds that matter in life.

"Our goal with Oticon Zeal was to create hearing technology that people will be delighted to wear," Virginia Ramachandran, AuD, PhD, Vice President of Audiology for Oticon, Inc. "By combining full performance with a discreet design, we're making a meaningful difference for anyone who's been waiting for the right moment to take the first step toward better hearing and helping them hear the world the way it should sound."

Seamless connectivity to digital life

In today’s world, reliable connectivity to technology matters to users. They want to stay connected to their devices, their music, their people, and the places they care about. This connection gives them the freedom to enjoy the richness of their digital world, whether they are streaming calls, attending meetings, listening to music, or doing something else directly from their phone, Apple Watch^®1, TV, PC, or tablet. With Oticon Zeal, users get a solution that is made to blend in effortlessly with their lifestyle and personalized to their needs. New Auracast™ technology allows them to hear announcements or shows in public venues, opening up even more ways to connect wherever they go.²

A full day of power and quick charge in 15 minutes

Oticon Zeal delivers up to 20 hours of battery life³ and comes with a portable SmartCharger for multiple recharges on the go. The charging technology enables quick power-ups, providing 4 hours of use with just 15 minutes of charging, or 8 hours of use with a 30-minute charge³ for reliable performance whenever needed.

Oticon Zeal continues Oticon's history of pioneering hearing solutions that help people live the life they want with the hearing they have.

Ready to experience the difference? Visit Oticon.com to learn more or contact a local hearing care professional.

Oticon, Inc. — Life-Changing Technology

More than 700 million people worldwide suffer from hearing loss. The majority are over the age of 50 while eight percent are under the age of 18. Oticon's vision is to create a world where people are no longer limited by hearing loss. A world where hearing aids fit seamlessly into life and help people realize their full potential, while avoiding the health consequences of hearing loss. Oticon develops and manufactures hearing aids for both adults and children and supports every kind of hearing loss from mild to profound and we pride ourselves on developing some of the most innovative hearing aids in the market. Headquartered in Denmark, we are a global company and part of Demant with more than 22,000 employees and revenues of around DKK 22 billion. Changing technology. Changing conventions. Changing lives. Oticon – Life-changing hearing technology. For more information visit oticon.com.

¹Apple Watch is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

²The Auracast™ word mark and logos are trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG. Any use of such marks by Demant is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

³Expected use time for rechargeable battery depends on use pattern, active feature set, hearing loss, sound environment, battery age and use of wireless accessories. Oticon, Zeal and Intent are trademarks of Oticon A/S, registered in the United States and other jurisdictions. All rights reserved.