MED-EL has long been a leader in cochlear implant innovation, committed to delivering hearing solutions that closely replicate natural hearing. In partnership with Starkey, a global leader in hearing aid technology, MED-EL introduces DualSync—a breakthrough in bimodal streaming that enables seamless audio delivery to both ears via Apple devices.

Introducing SONNET 3, our latest behind-the-ear audio processor, designed to maximize flexibility and freedom for MED-EL cochlear implant recipients and clinicians. To enhance wearing time, comfort, and everyday hearing enjoyment, SONNET 3 features integrated direct streaming, a convenient touch key, an optional flexible earhook, and is waterproof—all while providing users the closest to natural hearing with our smallest and lightest SONNET ever. To get the most out of SONNET 3 and Remote Care, our new MAESTRO 11 software is also here with a new look—but a familiar feel—to save you time when providing care.

We are pleased to announce the expansion of bimodal streaming capabilities to many SONNET and SONNET 2 users with AudioStream. These users may now be able to enjoy bimodal streaming from compatible smartphones with the Android 12 operating system. This is in addition to users of other Android devices that were already supported. Thanks to

2020 might have been a challenging year, but that hasn’t stopped us from pushing forward and introducing several exciting new innovations including direct streaming for the SONNET series audio processors. Just to recap in case you missed something, here are just some of the exciting new products we launched: SAMBA 2, along with SAMBA 2