Upgrading your device
A new sound processor can help improve your hearing and experience of life. Discover why upgrading to next-generation technology matters.
In a world that is always changing, it’s important to feel confident hearing and participating in everyday conversations. Cochlear continually innovates our sound processors to make it easier for you to hear clearly and connect with what matters most, no matter your stage of life.
When you upgrade to a next-generation sound processor, you can benefit from advances in hearing technology so you can feel part of the conversation, even in challenging and noisy environments.1-5 Our new sound processors are designed to be smaller and more comfortable than your current device.6,7
The latest features help you better connect with the people and activities you love.*
And it’s all without the need for additional surgery.
“Each advancement in the technology puts in my hands access to tools or methods by which I can hear more clearly and well, with less effort [and] without a doubt, my quality of life improves.”
- Jack, Cochlear™ Nucleus® System recipient
Know your upgrade options
Download a copy of the Know your upgrade options brochure, a complete guide to upgrading to the latest sound processors.
Know your upgrade options
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Disclaimer
Please seek advice from your health professional about treatments for hearing loss. Outcomes may vary, and your health professional will advise you about the factors which could affect your outcome. Always follow the directions for use. Not all products are available in all countries. Please contact your local Cochlear representative for product information.
For a full list of Cochlear’s trademarks, please visit our Terms of Use page.
In Australia, Cochlear™ Nucleus® implant systems are intended for the treatment of moderately severe to profound hearing loss.
In Australia, Baha® bone conduction implant systems are intended for the treatment of moderate to profound hearing loss.
In Australia, the Cochlear™ Osia® System is indicated for patients with conductive, mixed hearing loss and single-sided sensorineural deafness (SSD) aged 5 years and above with up to 55 decibels sensorineural hearing loss. Patients should have sufficient bone quality and quantity to support successful implant placement. Surgery is required to use this product. Any surgical procedure carries risk.
For Cochlear™ Nucleus®, Osia® and Baha® systems: This product is not available for purchase by the general public. For information on funding and reimbursement please contact your health care professional.
Any testimonial featured on this website is intended for an Australian audience only.
*For information regarding the compatibility of Cochlear’s sound processors with Apple or Android devices, visit www.cochlear.com/compatibility.
Cochlear, Hear now. And always, Nucleus, Kanso, Baha and the elliptical logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Cochlear Bone Anchored Solutions AB or Cochlear Limited.
References
- Mauger SJ, Warren C, Knight M, Goorevich M, Nel E. Clinical evaluation of the Nucleus 6 cochlear implant system: performance improvements with SmartSound iQ. International Journal Of Audiology. 2014, Aug; 53(8): 564-576. [Sponsored by Cochlear]
- Mauger S, Jones M, Nel E, Del Dot J. Clinical outcomes with the Kanso™ off- the-ear cochlear implant sound processor. International Journal Of Audiology. 2017, Jan 9; 1-10. [Sponsored by Cochlear]
- Wolfe J, Neumann S, Marsh M, Schafer E, Lianos L, Gilden J, O'Neill L, Arkis P, Menapace C, Nel E, Jones M. Benefits of Adaptive Signal Processing in a Commercially Available Cochlear Implant Sound Processor. Otol Neurotol. 2015 Aug;36(7):1181-90. [Sponsored by Cochlear]
- Cochlear Limited. D1817793. CLTD5754 Clinical Investigation Report. 2022; Jul. D1650827 Kanso 2 Marketing plan, slide 3.
- Cochlear Limited. D1864200 SCAN 2 Design Description. 2022; Apr.
- Cochlear Limited. D1190805 Processor Size Comparison. 2022; May.
- Land J. Comparison tech data Baha 6 Max, legacy and competition. Cochlear Bone Anchored Solutions AB, Sweden. 2020; D1762475.