The ReSound Vivia Product Line
Expert review by Crystal Hearing Solutions Clinical Team.
For years, hearing aid manufacturers have struggled to solve the ultimate challenge: how to completely separate human speech from chaotic background noise in a way that sounds natural to the human brain.
ReSound has taken a massive leap forward in solving this with their new flagship release. Today, our audiologists are reviewing the ReSound Vivia product line, a premium family of hearing aids that introduces a dedicated Deep Neural Network (DNN) artificial intelligence chip. It is designed to aggressively filter out noise while remaining one of the smallest and most comfortable devices on the market.
What Makes the ReSound Vivia Stand Out?
Before we break down the different technology tiers, here is the core technology that makes the Vivia a true premium solution:
1. Dual-Chip AI Processing
The Vivia features a dedicated AI chip trained on millions of speech and noise samples. Instead of just amplifying everything, this “Intelligence Augmented” approach creates massive contrast between the noise you don’t want and the speech you do want.
2. Future-Proof Connectivity (Auracast™ & Bluetooth LE)
The Vivia is one of the first hearing aids globally to support Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio and Auracast broadcast audio. You can seamlessly tune into public Auracast streams (like airport gates or gym TVs) directly through your hearing aids using the ReSound Smart 3D app.
3. True Hands-Free Calling
Enjoy crystal-clear, hands-free phone and video calls for compatible Apple iOS and Android devices, using the hearing aid’s microphones to pick up your voice.
4. The microRIE Design
Despite packing two processing chips, the rechargeable microRIE (Receiver-in-Ear) model is ReSound’s smallest receiver-in-canal design ever. It is exceptionally discreet and features an IP68-rated nanocoating to protect against Mumbai’s humidity, sweat, and dust.
Choosing the Right Technology Level: The Vivia Lineup
The ReSound Vivia is available in three different technology tiers. We help our patients choose the right level based on how complex their acoustic environments are on a daily basis:
Here is our clinical breakdown of the four models available in this lineup:
1. ReSound Vivia 9 (Premium Tier)
The ultimate solution for highly active lifestyles and the most demanding listening environments.
- Lifestyle Fit: Highly Active (Ideal for frequent travel, bustling restaurants, complex corporate meetings, and dynamic group conversations).
- Clinical Features: The Vivia 9 unlocks the exclusive “Intelligent Focus” feature. It utilizes the DNN AI chip at maximum capacity to aggressively separate speech from chaotic background noise, making it the top choice for patients who refuse to compromise in loud environments.
2. ReSound Vivia 7 (Advanced Tier)
A fantastic balance of advanced AI automation and strong clarity for those who are frequently on the go.
- Lifestyle Fit: Active (Great for the office, regular social outings, and busy family functions).
- Clinical Features: The Vivia 7 utilizes the AI chip to provide excellent environmental awareness and strong speech clarity. It offers a highly sophisticated listening experience with slightly less aggressive noise-filtering precision than the premium level 9.
3. ReSound Vivia 5 (Standard Tier)
The everyday essential for patients looking for reliable conversation enhancement during standard daily activities.
- Lifestyle Fit: Moderate (Perfect for daily errands, shopping, quiet restaurants, and family dinners).
- Clinical Features: The L50 provides standard AutoSense OS 5.0 capabilities. It performs very well in moderate background noise, offering basic directionality and focus on the voices you want to hear while gently suppressing standard background sounds.
Who is this hearing aid lineup best for?
The ReSound Vivia is a premium powerhouse. It is the ideal choice if you or your loved one:
- Have mild to severe hearing loss.
- Struggle significantly with background noise and want the power of a dedicated AI chip to help filter it out.
- Are excited about the future of wireless audio and want a device equipped with Auracast and Bluetooth LE Audio.
- Want an exceptionally small, discreet rechargeable device without sacrificing battery life.
Try it at Crystal Hearing Solutions in Mumbai
As a leading audiology clinic, our team at Crystal Hearing Solutions is thrilled to offer the revolutionary ReSound Vivia. We can perform a comprehensive hearing assessment and let you experience this incredible AI technology firsthand.