As Singapore’s aging population grows and the demand for advanced hearing technologies surges, hearing solutions have evolved beyond just amplifying sound. Today, artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a transformative role in how cochlear implants (CI) and hearing aids (HA) operate—especially when used together in a balanced bimodal solution. At the forefront of this innovation is AutoSense OS, a smart technology integrated into both Marvel Cochlear Implants and Naida Link M Hearing Aids.
In this article, we dive deep into how AutoSense OS intelligently adapts to various sound environments in real-time, offering Singaporeans with hearing loss an enhanced and seamless auditory experience. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet conversation at a café in Tiong Bahru, navigating the hustle of MRT stations, or listening to a violin concert at the Esplanade, AutoSense ensures your devices work together to bring clarity, comfort, and confidence.
What is AutoSense OS?
AutoSense OS is an intelligent sound classification system embedded in Marvel CI and Naida Link M hearing aids. It constantly scans the user’s acoustic environment and automatically adjusts the device settings to match the current listening situation—whether it’s a noisy hawker centre, a serene park, or a bustling business meeting.
Unlike traditional or even limited hearing aid solutions that offer static or user-triggered adjustments, AutoSense OS runs continuously in the background, making decisions in real time.
Key Features:
- Detects sound types and sources instantly
- Differentiates between music, speech, noise, and quiet
- Adjusts gain, directionality, and noise reduction accordingly
- Ensures a consistent, balanced listening experience across both ears when paired with Marvel CI + Naida Link M HA
Why AutoSense in Both Devices Matters
In a Marvel CI + Link M configuration, both the cochlear implant and the hearing aid use AutoSense OS. This means both ears are always aligned in how they process sound. According to data shared by Advanced Bionics, this simultaneous AI classification ensures that users receive natural, immersive sound without needing to fiddle with settings manually.
Real-World Benefits for Singaporeans:
| Listening Environment | Traditional Hearing Aids | Marvel CI + Naida Link M (with AutoSense) |
| MRT Station | Struggles with background noise | Focuses on speech, suppresses train noise |
| Cafe Conversations | Requires manual adjustments | Seamlessly adapts from background chatter to speech |
| Temple Festivals | Overwhelmed by ambient noise | Maintains clarity in complex environments |
| Business Meetings | Echo and mic issues | Directional mics adapt for clear speech recognition |
Seamless Bimodal Experience with Marvel CI + Naida Link M HA
When paired, Marvel CI and Naida Link M hearing aids offer a bimodal hearing solution that transcends what traditional or limited hearing aid systems provide. Here’s how AutoSense OS enhances this experience:
1. Always Aligned Sound Perception
Thanks to instantaneous broadband transfer of data between the two devices, AutoSense ensures that both ears interpret the environment similarly. This alignment reduces cognitive load and makes sound appear more balanced and natural.
2. One-Touch App Control
Through the AB Remote app, users can balance volume and program settings across both devices with a single control interface—streamlining their auditory experience effortlessly.
3. Hands-Free Convenience
Marvel CI + Naida Link M supports hands-free calling from either ear and Bluetooth® streaming from any device. Coupled with AutoSense OS, it ensures voice calls adapt to noisy or quiet surroundings automatically.
Expert Insight: The Future of AI in Hearing
Dr. Nicole Klutz, AuD, an audiologist at Naida Link M, emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in hearing technology:
“Artificial Intelligence (AI) has promising potential to play a transformative role in reshaping hearing aids to meet the demands of contemporary life. AI can tackle complex problems by navigating a vast space of possibilities towards a defined goal and learning through data to achieve optimal solutions. That’s why AI can be a valuable tool for making hearing care more effective and efficient.”
Dr. Klutz highlights that AI enables the creation of more personalized and adaptive solutions, tailoring amplification and noise reduction algorithms to the unique needs of each hearing aid user in any given auditory environment. Moreover, with continuous learning capabilities, AI-based hearing aid features could improve their performance over time, gradually perfecting the listening experience.
This underscores the real value of AutoSense OS—not just in its technical capabilities, but in the freedom it grants users to live spontaneously, without constantly adjusting their hearing devices.
(Sidenote: this section can be updated with insights from anyone at CI.)
Practical Tips: Maximising Your AutoSense OS Experience
To get the most out of your Marvel CI + Naida Link M hearing aids with AutoSense OS, follow these expert tips:
- Keep both devices updated with the latest firmware to ensure optimal AI performance.
- Use the AB Remote app regularly to fine-tune settings based on personal preferences.
- Pair with Roger microphones or TV connectors for superior group conversation experiences.
- Consult your audiologist every 6 months to recalibrate the sound mapping if necessary.
Conclusion: Better Hearing, Powered by AI
AutoSense OS represents a leap forward in hearing aid and cochlear implant synergy. For Singaporeans who rely on cochlear implants, the pairing of Marvel CI with Naida Link M Hearing Aids delivers a truly balanced, intelligent hearing experience—one that adapts as life unfolds.
By leveraging smart automation, users no longer need to manually adjust settings or second-guess which environment they’re in. Whether it’s a wedding at Gardens by the Bay or a sales pitch in the CBD, AutoSense OS ensures you’re always tuned in.