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Manila Hearing Aid Hosts First-Ever Sound Sphere AI Run: Changing Mindsets, Changing Lives

This community-focused event aims to raise awareness about hearing health while celebrating the latest innovations in hearing care, in honor of National Hearing Month, observed every March.

Published Mar 21, 2025 04:30 pm
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Phonak Dome

Manila Hearing Aid, the trailblazer in hearing care in the Philippines, is proud to announce the inaugural Sound Sphere AI Run: Changing Mindsets, Changing Lives, held on March 16, 2025 (Sunday) from 5:00 AM to 9:30 AM at the University of the Philippines Diliman. This community-focused event aims to raise awareness about hearing health while celebrating the latest innovations in hearing care, in honor of National Hearing Month, observed every March.

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Dra. Liza Abaño - Robles | Doctor of Audiology, Manila Hearing Aid
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Strengthening Their Vision: Leaders in Hearing Care

Since 1976, Manila Hearing Aid has remained committed to making hearing care accessible to all. With groundbreaking advancements in audiology, the company continues to push the boundaries of hearing technology, pushing global technology in the Philippine hearing care scene.

“With the launch of the Phonak Audéo Infinio Sphere, we are introducing a game-changing innovation that offers individuals an enhanced and more natural listening experience. This run is more than just a race—it’s a movement to inspire change and champion hearing accessibility.”, as shared by Dr. Liza Abaño-Robles, President of Manila Hearing Aid.

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Carlos Jose Bate | Manila Hearing Aid general manager

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Alyssa Patricia Co - Ong | In-Country Product Audiologist Sonova Asia

Accelerating Their Mission: Hearing Care for All

The Sound Sphere AI Run was designed to unite individuals from all walks of life in a meaningful and inclusive event, doctors, families, professionals, and even patients of Manila Hearing Aid.

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Constance Yeo | Sonova Asia senior manager

The run included tracks for 1K, 3K, and 5K, which will take participants through the scenic campus of the university, emphasizing the importance of an active lifestyle in overall well-being with prizes such as high-quality hearing buds and a finisher’s medal.

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Jasmine Lip | Phonak Sonova senior audiologist & brand champion

Hearing Care’s New Frontier: Phonak Audéo Sphere™ Infinio

Beyond the race, participants will have the opportunity to experience Phonak’s latest innovation, as they launch the Phonak Audéo Sphere™ Infinio.

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Andrea Kyra Mahinay | Influencer | Phonak Hearing Aid user

Phonak Audéo Sphere™ Infinio is a breakthrough hearing aid powered by AI technology, making conversations clearer by filtering out background noise—even in the loudest places. With its DEEPSONIC™ chip, it instantly separates speech from noise, Spheric Speech Clarity helps users hear effortlessly from any direction. It also reduces listening effort, making communication more natural and less tiring. Designed for universal connectivity, it easily connects to multiple devices for seamless use, They bring a whole new level of clarity, comfort, and confidence to hearing.

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The Sound Sphere AI Run marks another step in their hearing care advocacy, reinforcing Manila Hearing Aid’s commitment to transforming lives through innovation and awareness.

For more information on how to participate, visit Manila Hearing Aid’s official website and follow them on Facebook & Instagram for event updates.

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