Description

The Starkey Picasso CIC i1000 is a high-end, completely-in-canal (CIC) hearing aid. This means it fits deep inside your ear canal, making it very discreet. Here are some of its features:

• Acuity OS 2: This is Starkey’s newest operating system, which is designed to provide better sound quality and speech understanding.
• 10 Channels and 10 Bands: This allows for more precise control over the amplification of different frequencies.
• Directional Processing: This feature helps to focus on speech coming from directly in front of you, while reducing background noise.
• Whistlefree Feedback Cancellation: This helps to eliminate annoying whistling sounds that can sometimes occur with hearing aids.
• Speech Compression: This feature can help to make soft speech sounds louder, while keeping loud sounds comfortable.
• Multiflex Tinnitus Technology: This feature can help to relieve tinnitus symptoms by generating soothing sounds.
• Wireless Connectivity: The Picasso i1000 can connect to smartphones and other devices for streaming audio and making adjustments. It likely uses 900 MHz Wireless Technology for this according to some sources.

Additionally:

• It comes in a variety of different colors to blend in with your skin tone.
• It’s controlled through the Thrive app which allows for features like:
  • Volume and program adjustments
  • Mask Mode to help understand people wearing masks
  • Find My Phone and other assistive features

Here are some things to keep in mind:

• As with any hearing aid, it is best to consult with a hearing professional to see if the Starkey Picasso CIC i1000 is right for you.
• The exact features may vary depending on your specific needs and programming by your hearing professional.