Step into a more connected world
There’s an ever-expanding world of streaming options with a Cochlear™ sound processor, making it easier for adults and children to connect with the people and entertainment they love.
Direct Streaming
There’s more to enjoy with direct streaming
Experience the proven hearing benefits of streaming audio directly a Cochlear™ Nucleus®, Baha® or Osia® sound processor.1-4
Stream directly from a smartphone or tablet
Adults and children can stream their favourite entertainment and phone calls directly to their sound processor from a compatible Apple or Android™ device, without the need for extra accessories.*
The next generation Bluetooth® connectivity
With our LE Audio enabled sound processors, adults and children will be able to stream high-quality audio from smart TVs, laptops and a growing list of personal devices as Bluetooth® LE Audio becomes available.+
Explore which Cochlear sound processors are currently LE Audio enabled here.
Ready for Auracast™ broadcast audio
With our LE Audio enabled sound processors, adults and children will have the opportunity to bring the experience of concerts and movies to the next level, or make work and travel less stressful.¥ They'll be able to direct stream at public venues such as airports, conference centres and theatres that have adopted Auracast broadcast audio.
Explore which Cochlear sound processors are currently LE Audio enabled here.
Wireless Devices
Boost the experience
It can be hard to hear what’s being said in class, on a conference call or noisy work site. Consider adding these wireless devices, which can bring sound closer so that your patient's can hear what matters.
Mini microphone
Whether individuals are in a classroom, a yoga session, an office meeting or on the sports field, a mini microphone can help bring sound closer to help them hear more clearly.5-7
TV streamer
Adults and children can enjoy watching TV at a comfortable volume for everyone. With a TV streamer, sound is streamed to the sound processor at a volume controlled by the recipient.
Phone clip
Recipients can leave their phone in their pocket and enjoy convenient calls with a phone clip. Small and lightweight, it can be clipped to clothing and taken wherever the recipient wants. It can be used with any Bluetooth Classic enabled smartphone.
Connected Care
Control, monitor and connect
Recipients can take control of their hearing experience with one of Cochlear's Smart Apps.
Simple and convenient to use
Check the status of the battery and microphones and get help finding a misplaced sound processor using the Smart App.# Keep track of hearing performance and adjust hearing settings in everyday moments.
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Testimonials
Hear real-life experiences
Retiree Caroline has “constant entertainment”
Caroline loves the quality of sound when she directly streams audio books, music and podcasts to her sound processor and ReSound hearing aid while she gardens and drives.
“It’s a really valuable accessory”
Adrian talks about the Cochlear Mini Microphone 2+ for hearing conversations in noise.
“It's as clear as a bell.”
Robyn uses the Cochlear Phone Clip on her daily commute to listen to talk back radio and her favourite music.
Change your hearing experience in real time
Jack loves that he can now use a mobile device, either iOS or Android, to directly control his Cochlear Nucleus 7 Sound Processor using the Nucleus Smart App.
“In online meetings… it's just brilliant”
IT Manager Kasper explains the benefits of streaming calls and virtual work meetings directly to his Nucleus Kanso® 2 Sound Processor.
Disclaimer
This material is intended for health professionals. If you are a consumer, 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 read the instructions for use. Not all products are available in all countries. Please contact your local Cochlear representative for product information.
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Views expressed are those of the individual. Consult your health professional to determine if you are a candidate for Cochlear technology.
+ For LE Audio enabled sound processors only. When available for Nucleus sound processors, a firmware update will be required for you to use certain features.
¥ For LE Audio and Auracast™ enabled sound processors only. For Nucleus sound processors, a firmware update will be required for you to use certain features. Auracast broadcast audio capability subject to third-party adoption of the Auracast protocol.
# The Cochlear Nucleus Smart App, Baha Smart App and Osia Smart App are available on App Store and/or Google Play. For compatibility information visit www.cochlear.com/compatibility
* For information regarding the compatibility of Cochlear’s Sound Processors with Apple or Android devices, visit www.cochlear.com/compatibility and www.resound.com/compatibility.
Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC.
Apple is a trademark and App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
The Bluetooth® and Auracast™ word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Cochlear Limited is under license.
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- Jones M, Hearing in Noise Benefit Using the Cochlear Mini Microphone 2+ with Nucleus Sound Processors, CI2017 Pediatric 15th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children, San Francisco, CA. (2017 Jul).