Starkey Edge AI mRIC R
A small rechargeable RIC with Starkey's G2 AI processor
Edge AI is the 2024 Starkey family built on the G2 Neuro Processor with an integrated neural processing unit. The mRIC R is its smallest rechargeable RIC.
- Hearing loss
- Mild to severe
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth LE Audio streaming, Auracast ready
- Battery
- Up to 41 hours
- Style
- Micro receiver-in-canal, rechargeable
41h
Battery · rechargeable
IP68
Water · rated
Hands-free
Calls · phone calls
Who it's good for
Is Edge AI mRIC R right for you?
Our audiologists' guide to how this model suits different lifestyles, based on its features. Your hearing test results matter most, so we'll always confirm at your appointment.
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Everyday real world
5/5
AI classifies soundscapes in real time with very little input needed.
Best for everyday → -
TV turner-uppers
4/5
LE Audio and Auracast-ready streaming with the StarLink Edge TV Streamer.
Best for TV → -
Golfers and outdoors
5/5
IP68, waterproof to 1 m and up to 51 hours on the RIC RT.
Best for golf → -
Socialites
4/5
Edge Mode+ and DNN processing help in noise, a step behind Omega AI.
Best for social → -
Phone and video calls
5/5
Hands-free calls: the hearing aid microphones pick up your voice, so the phone stays in your pocket.
Best for calls → -
Music lovers
4/5
Streams music in stereo from your phone, and joins Auracast broadcasts at venues.
Best for music → -
Active and sporty
5/5
Built for water and rough wear, with an IP68 rating.
Best for active →
The interesting technical bits
What's inside
- G2 Neuro Processor with NPU
- Up to 41 hours per charge
- IP68, waterproof to 1 m
- Fall detection and balance assessment
- Apple Watch control via My Starkey
About Starkey Edge AI mRIC R
Edge AI is the 2024 Starkey family built on the G2 Neuro Processor with an integrated neural processing unit. The mRIC R is its smallest rechargeable RIC.
Specifications
From manufacturer information, checked October 2026. Battery figures vary with streaming and settings. Your audiologist will confirm the right receiver, dome and settings at your fitting.
| Brand | Starkey |
|---|---|
| Family | Edge AI |
| Style | Micro receiver-in-canal, rechargeable |
| Launched | 2024 |
| Chip / platform | G2 Neuro Processor with integrated NPU |
| Technology levels | 24, 20, 16 |
| Hearing loss range | Mild to severe |
| Power | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
| Battery life | Up to 41 hours |
| Battery notes | Up to 41 hours without streaming, up to 33 hours with streaming |
| Streaming | Bluetooth LE Audio streaming, Auracast ready |
| Hands-free calls | Yes |
| Auracast broadcast audio | Yes |
| Water and dust rating | IP68 |
| App | My Starkey |
| Tinnitus support | Yes, but for tinnitus we recommend Signia or Rexton |
| AI and smart features | On-board DNN, Edge Mode+ and AI sound classification |
| Available colours | White, Tech Black, Graphite Gray, Silver, Chestnut, Caramel, Beige |
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