ihear

About

iHear manufactures a USB-configurable, software-updateable consumer hearing device with online diagnostic tools, shipped with a testing kit and remote, pursuing FDA clearance, insurance coverage, and a one-for-one donation program.

Mission

iHear offers an affordable hearing device that users customize at home using a USB connection and iHear’s online diagnostic tools; the product ships with a testing kit, remote control and can store up to four settings. The device is priced from $199 and the company positions its software‑updatable hardware like a smartphone, planning regular feature updates based on user feedback. iHear has committed to suppliers and manufacturers and is on schedule to meet a target ship date in August. The startup has filed for FDA approval and is seeking coverage from insurance providers. iHear’s model includes a one-for-one donation program through nonprofit partners, targeting countries with especially low hearing-aid penetration such as China. The team is led by biomedical engineer and entrepreneur Adnan Shennib, who previously founded InSound Medical (now Phonak) and developed the Lyric extended‑wear hearing aid.

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