Nucleus® Nexa™ sound processors
Whether you choose a Nucleus® Nexa™ sound processor that sits behind-the-ear or off-the-ear, you’ll enjoy the comfort of the world’s smallest and lightest sound processors,1,^ Cochlear’s latest hearing technology and streaming options at your fingertips.
Choose with confidence
Nucleus 8 Nexa Sound Processor
The Nucleus 8 Nexa Sound Processor is the world’s smallest and lightest behind-the-ear sound processor.1 Ready for next-generation Bluetooth® LE Audio connectivity¥ and featuring smarter hearing technology,2-6 it’s designed to make engaging with people easier.
Power Management
The power to hear in comfort
All the power you need
Enjoy the comfort of the world’s smallest and lightest sound processors with all day battery life.1,#,^ Whether you're streaming music, talking with friends or working out, the Nucleus Nexa System adapts its power usage across the day so you can get on with life.
Perfect for active days
From the classroom to the playground, the world’s smallest sound processors combine comfort and power to keep your child on air.1,#,^ Responding to their changing listening needs throughout the day, the Nucleus Nexa System adapts its power usage to maximise battery life so you can be confident your child is hearing what matters.
Technology
Focus on what’s important
Clearer sound wherever you are
From coffee shops to family get-togethers, busy streets to windy parks, it’s important to hear others and what’s happening around you. As you or your child move through the day, Nucleus Nexa sound processors can sense and respond to changes in the environment, automatically adjusting its listening settings for clearer hearing.2-6
Connectivity
Step into a more connected world
There’s an ever-expanding world of streaming options for you or your child to experience with Nucleus Nexa sound processors. Learn what’s available now and the exciting things to come.
Direct streaming at your fingertips
Adults and teens can confidently make phone calls and enjoy music, audio books, podcasts and more. Little ones can delight in learning apps and their favourite shows. It’s all possible with high-quality audio streamed directly to the Nucleus Nexa sound processor from compatible* Android™ or Apple mobile devices.
Connected Care
Personalised care from anywhere
Get personalised hearing care, when and where you need it, with the Nucleus Smart App. It’s all part of the connected ecosystem provided with your Nucleus Nexa System. Select the Adult or Child options below to learn more.
Remote Care
Remote Care makes accessing the care you need easy and convenient. Whether it's a hearing test at home or a video call appointment, you can connect with your clinician without a clinic visit using Remote Care in the Nucleus Smart App.±
Make the most of everyday moments
The Nucleus Smart App gives you the ability to manage your device conveniently and discreetly in everyday moments.
Everyday control
Adjust your volume, change settings or connect to streaming sound: the app can help you do it quickly, easily and discreetly.
Convenient monitoring
Check the status of your battery, microphones and sound processor, keep track of your hearing and even get help finding a lost processor.
Help when you need it
Using the app can help you feel confident and in control of your hearing, with 9 out of 10 recipients finding it easy to use, convenient and helpful.7
Accessories
The sound of your next adventure
With the highest available water-resistance rating (IP68) in a sound processor, Nucleus Nexa sound processors are splash-proof and dust-proof.~ Add an accessory and dial up the fun.
Built for everyday life
Independently tested in certified lab conditions to be given its IP rating (IP68)~, your Nucleus Nexa sound processor can withstand a dusty sports field or getting caught in the rain. Children can happily play under the sprinkler or splash in a kiddie pool.
Dive in for added fun
Hear the sounds of water and the people around you as you swim, snorkel and surf by adding an Aqua+ accessory.≈
Other accessories
Get active with confidence
For vigorous activities, it's reassuring to have extra security to keep your sound processor in place. Choose from our wide range of discreet and helpful retention accessories.
Peace of mind with active kids
When energy levels run high, there’s peace of mind knowing your child’s sound processor is secure. There's a range of retention accessories for babies through teens.
Testimonials
Hear real-life experiences
“Its going to be fun growing old now.”
For the first time in 15 years, keen outdoorsman Scot can hear the sounds of nature. Find out what’s making a difference to Scot’s enjoyment of the “little things” in life.
“Switching on life.”
For Caroline, the clarity of her Nucleus 8 Sound Processor means that she can clearly hear the voices of her little grandchildren, delight in their stories and answer their needs.
Meet Jonas: Germany’s national fencing champion
Jonas’ parents gave him “the gift” of cochlear implants as a baby. Now 21-year-old Jonas, with Nucleus 8 Sound Processors, is out socialising with friends, enjoying music, and excelling as an elite athlete.
What has really helped Bec’s confidence?
For 29-year-old Bec, the latest cochlear implant technology “has really helped my confidence in my social life and I can reengage in friendships and with the activities I love.”
Meet Bernie: media sports commentator
For 30 years, media sports commentator Bernie has been there on the ground, in locker rooms and at press conferences. Without his cochlear implants, Bernie says he “wouldn't be able to work in the media at all.”
Aqua+ has transformed Mariana’s swimming career
Teenage cochlear implant recipient, Mariana is excited by how the Aqua+ accessory has transformed her swimming training sessions. Now she can hear her coach’s instructions and enjoy streamed music as she swims.
Next steps
Explore what makes the world’s first and only smart cochlear implant system – the Nucleus Nexa System – responsive, connected and future-ready.
Learn more about the brains behind the world’s first and only smart cochlear implant system.
The comprehensive Nucleus Nexa System guide brings together all the features and benefits of the Nucleus Nexa System in one exciting, interactive guide. Download your free copy today!
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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.
Views expressed are those of the individual. Consult your health professional to determine if you are a candidate for Cochlear technology.
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^ The Nucleus Kanso 3 Nexa Sound Processor is the world’s smallest and lightest rechargeable off-the-ear sound processor.
* For information regarding the compatibility of Cochlear’s sound processors with Apple or Android devices, visit www.cochlear.com/compatibility
¥ As Bluetooth LE Audio compatible devices become available, a firmware update will be required for you to use certain features.
† ForwardFocus is a clinician-enabled feature that can be user-controlled or automated. It should only be activated for users 12 years and older who are able to reliably provide feedback on sound quality and understand how to use the feature when moving to different or changing environments. It may be possible to have decreased speech understanding when using user-controlled ForwardFocus in a quiet environment.
# The described feature and benefit are available for recipients with a Nucleus Nexa Implant only. Battery life varies for every user, according to the age of the battery, the programs used each day, your implant type, the thickness of skin covering your implant, and the size and type of battery used. Streaming from compatible devices, True Wireless devices or FM may decrease sound processor battery life depending on how often and for how long streaming is engaged. For Nucleus 8 Nexa and Kanso 3 Nexa sound processors, a full day of battery life is defined as 16 hours.
± Remote Care is not available in all markets and patient must have cellular or WiFi connection for use of Remote Care features.
** The Cochlear Nucleus Smart App is available on App Store and Google Play. For compatibility information visit www.cochlear.com/compatibility
~The Cochlear Nucleus 8 Nexa and Nucleus Kanso 3 Nexa sound processors are dust and water resistant to level IP68 of the International Standard IEC60529 when using a rechargeable battery module. TheNucleus 8 Nexa and Nucleus Kanso 3 Nexa sound processors were tested to a depth of up to 1 metre for up to 1 hour. Refer to the relevant user guides for more information.
≈ The Cochlear Nucleus 8 Nexa and Nucleus Kanso 3 Nexa Sound Processors with Aqua+ is dust and water resistant to level IP68 of the International Standard IEC60529. The Nucleus 8 Nexa and Nucleus Kanso 3 Nexa Sound Processors with Aqua+ can be continuously submerged under water to a depth of up to 3 metres for up to 2 hours. Refer to the relevant user guide information.
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.
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