Phonak Audéo Sphere

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@SlimToNone

it would seem to me that this new technology could be easily provided for existing BTE HAs by just replacing their receivers and not requiring an entirely new HA. Am I missing something?

Yes, because:

1. Recent BA (balanced armature) receivers technology is proven.

2. Production lines are accomodated for recent BA receivers.

3. Manufacturers’ orders and commitments.

4. Amortization of R&D and production lines cost.

5. Cost of licences for xMEMS? (probably)

6. Reportedly still excess energy consumption by xMEMS.