The process of establishing a wireless link between specific hearing aids manufactured by Oticon and a smartphone running the Android operating system allows for direct audio streaming and control functionalities. This connection enables users to manage hearing aid settings, receive phone calls directly in their ears, and listen to media without additional intermediary devices.
Establishing a direct connection offers several advantages including enhanced audibility in noisy environments, discrete control over hearing aid programs and volume, and convenience for hands-free communication. Historically, such connectivity relied on intermediary devices. The evolution of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology has allowed for a more streamlined and power-efficient link directly to compatible mobile devices.