Most modern hearing aids are compatible with Android phones using Bluetooth® or Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) technology. The steps below provide a general guide for pairing:
General Pairing Instructions:
- Charge Devices: Ensure both your hearing aids and Android phone are fully charged.
- Enable Bluetooth on Your Phone:
- Go to Settings > Connections > Bluetooth and turn it ON.
- Go to Settings > Connections > Bluetooth and turn it ON.
- Open the Hearing Aid App:
- Download the brand-specific app from the Google Play Store (e.g., Oticon Companion, myPhonak, ReSound Smart 3D, etc.).
- Download the brand-specific app from the Google Play Store (e.g., Oticon Companion, myPhonak, ReSound Smart 3D, etc.).
- Turn Hearing Aids Off/On:
- For rechargeable aids: Place them in the charger and then remove.
- For battery-operated aids: Open and close the battery door.
- For rechargeable aids: Place them in the charger and then remove.
- Start Pairing:
- In the app or Bluetooth settings, select your hearing aids from the list of available devices.
- Follow the prompts to complete pairing.
- In the app or Bluetooth settings, select your hearing aids from the list of available devices.
- Test:
- Play audio or make a call to ensure sound is streaming to your aids.
If pairing is not successful, restart both the phone and hearing aids and try again.
