Wearable audio capture for AI documentation
The Philips SpeechMike Ambient is a specialized AI voice recorder built for ambient listening, professional dictation, and high-fidelity audio capture in real clinical environments.
It combines a wearable form factor, four beam-forming microphones, selectable audio modes, secure wireless communication, and all-day recording power to support cleaner input for modern clinical documentation workflows.
Bridge ambient AI and professional dictation
SpeechMike Ambient gives clinicians a dedicated audio device for patient conversations, focused dictation, and AI-driven workflows without relying on a phone or generic microphone.
The wearable design keeps the microphones close to the speaker, which helps capture clearer speech in busy offices, healthcare settings, courtrooms, and other real-world environments.
Talk to a SpecialistWhy choose Philips SpeechMike Ambient?
Designed for clinicians and professionals who need better voice capture in mobile, noisy, and multi-speaker environments.
Four-microphone array
Four high-performance beam-forming microphones support ambient recording and help capture speech more clearly in dynamic clinical environments.
Selectable audio modes
Ambient Mode supports conversations and single-speaker scenarios, while Dictation Mode focuses on the primary speaker and suppresses background voices.
AI-powered audio processing
Patented ambient sound intelligence can detect individual speakers and create two distinct audio streams for more natural playback.
Secure wireless use
Encrypted Bluetooth LE, secure passkey pairing, and one active connection at a time help protect against unauthorized access.
All-day battery
Up to 10 hours of continuous recording supports full-shift use, with charging through the dock, USB-C cable, or PC USB port.
Hygienic, low-maintenance design
Medical-grade materials, a smooth polished surface, and less device handling help support infection control and day-to-day upkeep.
A better microphone input for Dragon Copilot conversations
Philips lists Microsoft/Nuance Dragon as an integration partner for the SpeechMike Ambient. That makes this device a strong fit for practices exploring Dragon Medical One, Dragon Copilot, and next-generation ambient documentation workflows.
Cleaner capture
Purpose-built microphones can improve the audio signal that AI transcription and clinical documentation tools depend on.
Less device handling
Wearable use helps clinicians keep the conversation natural instead of reaching for a phone or handheld mic.
Mobile room-to-room use
Up to 10 stored wireless profiles can help the device connect to nearby workstations across care settings.
Enterprise-grade control
SDK and API access give software providers control over button mapping, settings, and audio input.
Designed for the places documentation happens
SpeechMike Ambient supports clinicians across patient-facing environments, documentation tasks, and AI-driven workflows.
Emergency departments
Capture critical details during fast-moving, high-pressure encounters where manual note-taking can slow teams down.
Inpatient rounds
Support mobile workflows during ward rounds with hands-free use and room-to-room connectivity.
Outpatient clinics
Keep patient interactions more natural while capturing the encounter for transcription and note generation.
Clinical documentation
- Automatic transcription
- Structured note generation
- Hand-off note support
Multilingual workflows
- Real-time translation support
- Language access across care
- Fewer delays from language barriers
Virtual assistant functions
- On-demand information
- Clinical question support
- Task automation possibilities
Choose the setup that fits your workflow
Philips offers the SpeechMike Ambient microphone with supporting accessories for mobile, desktop, and room-to-room use.
PSM5000
Philips SpeechMike Ambient Wearable AI Assistant
- check_circleMicrophone
- check_circleDocking station
- check_circleWireless adapter
- check_circleMounting clip, neck strap, and USB cable
PSM5020
Philips SpeechMike Ambient Wearable AI Assistant
- check_circleMicrophone
- check_circleMounting clip
- check_circleNeck strap
- check_circleUSB cable
Available accessories
Docking station, mounting clip, neck strap, and wireless adapter options.
Docking Station
Mounting Clip
Neck Strap
Wireless Adapter
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