Interton Selects AMI Semiconductor for Development of Advanced Wireless Capabilities in Digital Hearing Aids; Ultra-Low Power Technology Positions AMIS as Wireless Audiology Solutions Expert

Adding wireless technology to modern hearing devices is a complexchallenge given the battery life expectations of users. This addedcomplexity escalates the requirement for the signal processing andwireless communication hardware within the hearing aid to be tightlyintegrated so that it can operate with extremely low power consumptionand high fidelity.

Christian Gormsen, Managing Director of Interton commented on theselection of AMIS as their semiconductor partner by stating, "AMIS hasclearly demonstrated expertise in ultra-low power wireless technologyfor implanted medical devices, and we are quite familiar with theiradvanced digital signal processing technology for hearing aids. Basedon their diverse expertise and proven track record, selecting AMISemiconductor's RF solution with the critically-important low-powerattribute was a logical choice."

"Our relationship with Interton is a further demonstration of ourtotal customer solution expertise for the evolving needs of thehearing aid market," said Todd Schneider, vice president of AMISemiconductor's medical and wireless business unit. "Interton hasalways been at the forefront of launching innovative products, and welook forward to helping Interton integrate even greater functionalityinto their hearing aid devices without compromising on battery life."

The RF and signal processing subsystems will be packaged in ahybrid assembly supplied by medical microelectronics supplier,IntriCon Corporation (Resistance Technology Inc.). IntriCon will alsooffer a version of the RF technology to hearing aid manufacturers whorequire "ready-to-go" solutions.

About Interton

Interton is part of the Danish GN Great Nordic group, one of theleading producers of headsets and hearing instruments. Based inBergisch Gladbach, Germany, and operating throughout more than 50countries, the company maintains a U.S. manufacturing plant inPlymouth, Minnesota. For the past 40 years, Interton has been involvedin all the innovations in the field of hearing system technology, andthe company is currently among the first providers of hearing systemsusing Artificial Intelligence. More information about Interton isavailable at www.interton.com.

About AMI Semiconductor

AMI Semiconductor (AMIS) is a leader in the design and manufactureof silicon solutions for the real world. As a widely recognizedinnovator in state-of-the-art integrated mixed-signal and structureddigital products, AMIS is committed to providing customers with theoptimal value, quickest time-to-market semiconductor solutions.Offering unparalleled manufacturing flexibility and dedication tocustomer service, AMI Semiconductor operates globally withheadquarters in Pocatello, Idaho, European corporate offices inOudenaarde, Belgium, and a network of sales and design centers locatedin the key markets of North America, Europe and the Asia Pacificregion. AMI Semiconductor serves the medical device market through adedicated medical and wireless product group headquartered inWaterloo, Ontario. For more information, please visitwww.amis.com/applications/medical.