Uhura Bionics Joins Battlefield 200, Will Demo Whitney Voice Device
Uhura Bionics selected for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026's Battlefield 200. It will showcase its $1,500 Whitney wearable voice device at the conference next month.
Uhura Bionics has been selected as one of TechCrunch Disrupt 2026's Battlefield 200, the company announced. The startup will showcase its Whitney voice device at the conference next month, according to techcrunch.com.
Uhura Bionics offers two wearable voice devices: a basic model priced at $500 and a high-end version called Whitney priced at $1,500. The company is pursuing Class I medical device classification in Europe and later the U.S.
Founder Konrad Zieliński will demonstrate Whitney at TechCrunch Disrupt and at SF Tech Week in October, where he will sing onstage with its help.
Background
Zieliński lost his voice to cancer years ago while a student at the University of Warsaw. He later completed a PhD focusing on bionic systems for laryngectomees, and in 2023 he launched Uhura Bionics.
Currently, Uhura Bionics sells its products as wellness devices, requiring out-of-pocket payment. The company faces competition from established players such as Atos Medical and Laronix.
Quick answers
What is Whitney by Uhura Bionics?
Whitney is the high-end wearable voice device from Uhura Bionics, priced at $1,500.
How much does the basic Uhura Bionics device cost?
The basic model costs $500.
Where will Uhura Bionics demonstrate Whitney?
Founder Konrad Zieliński will demonstrate Whitney at TechCrunch Disrupt and at SF Tech Week in October, where he will sing onstage with its help.