Speech Processing Solutions introduces Philips SpeechMike Ambient — a wearable AI assistant to transform clinical documentation

The Philips SpeechMike Ambient Wearable AI Assistant is a next-generation professional grade microphone designed to transform the way of working in healthcare with ambient AI.

VIENNA, AUSTRIA — 9th September 2025. Speech Processing Solutions, global leader in professional dictation solutions under the Philips brand, today announced the launch of the Philips SpeechMike Ambient Wearable AI Assistant, a next-generation professional grade microphone designed to transform the way of working in healthcare with ambient AI.

The new SpeechMike Ambient addresses the growing administrative burdens, language barrier challenges, and extreme time pressures faced by clinicians today. By capturing and processing speech in real time with the help of patented, AI-driven technology, and when integrated into third-party software platforms, the device brings automatic transcription, clinical note generation, multilingual interpretation, and virtual assistant functions to the next level. This powerful tool helps clinicians focus more on their patients instead of manual administration tasks, improving care quality and reducing burnout.

The SpeechMike Ambient is engineered with four high-performance beam-forming microphones, patented AI speaker separation technology, and selectable audio modes for different use cases, such as single-user scenarios in noisy environments or doctor-patient conversations. This device delivers studio-quality, intelligible audio even in dynamic hospital environments. Its compact, lightweight, wearable design ensures comfort during long shifts, with all-day battery life and hygienic materials built for heavy-duty use in clinical settings.

Key features include:

• Optimized for conversational AI and ambient scribe solutions: Purpose-built to boost transcription accuracy of conversational AI solutions and integrate seamlessly with AI-powered, voice-operated platforms.
• Enterprise-grade security: Encrypted Bluetooth LE communication with passkey pairing and compliance with global standards (such as CE, FCC, and RCM).
• Developer-ready integration: A comprehensive software development kit (SDK) and API access for rapid integration and onboarding into native clinical software systems.
• Full plug-and-play capability: Integrates effortlessly with existing Philips SpeechMike hardware for a powerful, all-rounder solution.
• Flexible wearing options for mobility and hands-free use: Magnetic clip, neck strap for mobile use, and a docking station for stationary use.

“The SpeechMike Ambient is the latest generation of the undisputed globally leading Philips SpeechMike product family, building on its strengths while significantly expanding its use cases — especially for AI-based ambient scribe solutions. By combining wearable convenience with powerful ambient AI, we are helping healthcare professionals spend less time on paperwork and more time on patient care,” said Dr. Thomas Brauner, CEO of Speech Processing Solutions.