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HAUPPAUGE, NY / 500NewsWire / April 10, 2026 / Widex announced that it has received two awards in the Sixth Annual Hearing Technology Innovator Awards. The Widex Allure App was recognized in the Best Hearing Device: Mobile App (Assistive Technology & Software) category, while Widex Compass Cloud received the award for Best Clinical Product (Service Delivery).

The annual awards program, organized by Hearing Health & Technology Matters, recognizes developments in hearing technology across the global industry.

“These awards reflect our ongoing efforts to develop technology that supports both hearing aid users and hearing care professionals,” said Dana Helmink, Au.D., Sr. Director of Clinical Development, Widex USA. “The Allure App enables personalized adjustments through AI-based features, while Compass Cloud provides professionals with a cloud-based platform designed to support fitting accuracy and workflow efficiency.”

The Widex Allure App offers audio personalization tools, streaming capabilities, and accessibility features that allow users to manage their hearing experience. The app includes AI-powered assistants that provide real-time recommendations, directional sound controls, and customizable equalizer settings. Users can stream calls and media directly to compatible hearing aids and save personalized listening programs.

The app also incorporates accessibility features such as adjustable text size, display customization, and in-app tutorials. Additional functions include integration with Apple Watch for device control and a location feature to help users find misplaced hearing aids. The application is compatible with both iOS and Android platforms.

Widex Compass Cloud is a cloud-based hearing aid fitting platform designed for hearing care professionals. The system includes tools such as Widex Fitting Rationale 2.0 and Precision Fitting Tools to support fitting accuracy and reduce setup time.

As a cloud-based platform, Compass Cloud allows for continuous updates without the need for additional hardware or manual installations. The system also incorporates data security and privacy standards aligned with ISO certifications, while enabling expanded access and workflow flexibility for professionals.

The recognition highlights Widex’s continued focus on developing solutions for both users and professionals within the hearing care sector.

For more information, visit www.widex.com.

About Widex
Widex, founded in Denmark in 1956, is a manufacturer of hearing aids and part of WS Audiology. The company focuses on developing hearing solutions designed to deliver natural sound through ongoing research, design, and technological development.

About the Hearing Technology Innovator Awards
The Hearing Technology Innovator Awards is a global program recognizing innovation in the hearing industry and supporting hearing-related charitable initiatives.

About Hearing Health & Technology Matters (HHTM)
Hearing Health & Technology Matters provides information and insights related to hearing health for professionals, researchers, and individuals affected by hearing loss.

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SOURCE Widex