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    4 min read 7 stepsMarch 24, 2026Verified March 2026

    Connecting Hearing Aids to Your Phone via Bluetooth

    Pair modern Bluetooth hearing aids with an iPhone or Android phone to stream calls, music, and TV audio directly to your ears.

    In this guide (7 steps):

    1. 1.Do your hearing aids support Bluetooth?
    2. 2.Put your hearing aids into pairing mode
    3. 3.Pair on iPhone
    4. 4.Pair on Android
    5. 5.Adjusting volume and programmes from your phone
    6. 6.Streaming calls, music, and TV
    7. 7.Troubleshooting connection drops
    1

    Do your hearing aids support Bluetooth?

    ~27s
    Most hearing aids made after 2015 by major brands (Phonak, Oticon, Starkey, Widex, ReSound, Signia) support Bluetooth streaming. iPhone users benefit most — Apple's "Made for iPhone" (MFi) standard means these hearing aids connect directly without a streamer device. Android users may need a small wireless streamer accessory (ask your audiologist). Check your hearing aid documentation or ask your audiologist.

    Quick Tip

    If you're considering new hearing aids and own an iPhone, ask your audiologist specifically for "Made for iPhone" (MFi) compatible aids.

    2

    Put your hearing aids into pairing mode

    ~28s
    The method varies by brand. For most hearing aids: open the battery door fully for 5 seconds, then close it — this resets and activates pairing mode. Some rechargeable aids: turn them off, then hold the button for 5–8 seconds until you hear a beep or see a light flash. Consult your hearing aid manual or ask your audiologist for your specific model's pairing instructions.

    Quick Tip

    Hearing aids usually stay in pairing mode for about 3 minutes. Have your phone ready before you start.

    3

    Pair on iPhone

    ~26s
    Go to SettingsAccessibilityHearing Devices (not the regular Bluetooth settings). Your hearing aids should appear within a few seconds — tap their name. You'll see a pairing request — tap "Pair" (you may need to tap it twice for left and right aids). Once paired, a battery indicator for each aid appears at the top of your iPhone screen.

    Quick Tip

    If your aids don't appear, make sure Bluetooth is on (SettingsBluetooth) and your aids are in pairing mode.

    4

    Pair on Android

    ~25s
    Open SettingsConnected DevicesPair New Device (or Bluetooth → + icon). Make sure your hearing aids are in pairing mode (see Step 2). Your aids should appear in the list of available devices — tap to pair. Some Android phones also offer a dedicated "Hearing Aids" section under Accessibility settings where you can manage volume and programmes.

    Warning

    Android hearing aid support varies by phone brand. Samsung, Google Pixel, and recent OnePlus phones have the best compatibility.

    5

    Adjusting volume and programmes from your phone

    ~27s
    Once paired, your audiologist's companion app (e.g. Phonak MyPhonak, Oticon ON, ReSound Smart 3D) lets you adjust volume, treble/bass, and switch programmes (e.g. "Restaurant," "TV," "Outdoor") from your phone. Download the app for your brand from the App Store or Play Store. You can also use your phone's volume buttons during a call to adjust hearing aid volume directly.

    Quick Tip

    Ask your audiologist to show you the companion app at your fitting appointment — most people find remote adjustments very convenient.

    6

    Streaming calls, music, and TV

    ~33s
    Once paired, phone calls stream directly to your hearing aids automatically — no need to hold the phone to your ear. For music or podcasts, just play them on your phone; the audio routes to your aids. For TV, many manufacturers sell a separate TV Connector accessory (plugs into your TV's audio output) that streams TV audio to your aids wirelessly. Ask your audiologist about TV streaming accessories for your specific aids.

    Quick Tip

    During a phone call, speak normally — your phone's microphone picks up your voice and streams it to the caller. You don't need to speak into the hearing aid.

    7

    Troubleshooting connection drops

    ~28s
    If your aids disconnect: toggle Bluetooth off and on again on your phone (SettingsBluetooth). If that doesn't work, open the battery door for 10 seconds, close it, and let your aids reconnect automatically — most will reconnect to the last paired phone without needing to re-pair. If problems persist, go to SettingsBluetooth, tap the ℹ icon next to your aids, and choose "Forget This Device," then re-pair from scratch.

    Quick Tip

    Keeping your phone within 3 metres of your hearing aids gives the most reliable connection.

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