Stäfa, Switzerland – January 15, 2026 – Phonak, a global leader in innovative hearing solutions, today announced that Virto R Infinio has been named an Innovative Product Winner in the 2026 BIG Innovation Awards, a global program honoring ideas and innovations that are changing how people interact with and experience the world.
Virto R Infinio was recognized for redefining the custom in-the-ear hearing aid category, eliminating long-
Traditionally, custom in-the-ear hearing aids have required compromises in performance, power, or connectivity. Virto R Infinio challenges those expectations. Designed for today’s active, style-conscious individuals, it delivers next-generation sound quality, improved speech understanding, seamless connectivity, and all-day comfort in a compact form that fits naturally into modern life.
Central to this breakthrough is Phonak’s proprietary RightFit
“This award is proof that Virto R Infinio is creating an entirely new category in custom hearing,” said Oliver Frank, Vice President Phonak Marketing. “By eliminating
"The 2026 BIG Innovation Awards winners show that true innovation is no longer about chasing the latest buzzwords," said Russ Fordyce, Chief Recognition Officer at the Business Intelligence Group. "It’s about building intelligent platforms, automating workflows with purpose, and making trust, privacy, and resilience the foundation of every breakthrough. These organizations and leaders are not just keeping pace with change, they are shaping the future of global business.”
Phonak joins 159 winners recognized across healthcare, financial services, logistics, manufacturing, and enterprise technology. For more information about the BIG Innovation Awards and to view the full list of winners, click here.
For more information about Phonak Virto R Infinio, click here.

