Modern hearing aids connect to your smartphone via Bluetooth, allowing you to stream phone calls, music, and video audio directly to your ears. But not all hearing aids work equally well with all phones. Understanding compatibility is essential before making your purchase.
iPhone Compatibility
Apple pioneered hearing aid connectivity with the MFi protocol. iPhone 5s and later (iOS 14+) support MFi hearing aids.
- Direct streaming: All audio from any app streams to hearing aids
- Live Listen: Use iPhone as a remote microphone
- Built-in controls: Adjust volume and programs from iOS accessibility settings
- Signia App: Full remote control and sound customization
- FaceTime: Audio streams directly during video calls
Android Compatibility
Android uses the ASHA (Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids) protocol, available on Android 10+ devices.
- Direct streaming: Phone calls and media stream to ASHA-compatible hearing aids
- Signia App: Full remote control available on Google Play
- Compatible phones: Samsung Galaxy S10+, Google Pixel 3+, and newer models from Xiaomi and OnePlus
The Signia App
Available for both iPhone and Android, the Signia app provides:
- Volume control for each ear independently
- Program switching (quiet, noisy, music, outdoor)
- Sound balance adjustments (bass and treble)
- Remote audiologist support
- Battery status monitoring
- Find my hearing aid GPS feature
Which Signia Models Have Bluetooth?
- Bluetooth included: Signia Pure Charge&Go, premium RIC models, selected BTE models
- No Bluetooth: Entry-level BTE models, basic CIC models (still excellent hearing aids, just without streaming)
- StreamLine accessory: Adds streaming capability to non-Bluetooth hearing aids
Our audiologist will help you pair your hearing aids with your phone during your fitting appointment. The setup takes about 10 minutes.
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