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Quality hearing care from the comfort of your happy place

Short on time, unable to get away from the office or just can’t face another minute in rush hour traffic? We can help you there. When you choose Triton Hearing, you choose to have your appointments in your Happy Place with our innovative Virtual Hearing Care service. Whether your happy place is getting lost in a book or taking your morning coffee in the sun outside, we’ve opened up a world of flexible one-to-one appointments with an audiologist, be it for a consultation or an adjustment of your hearing devices. You can do it all from the comfort of your Happy Place at a time that suits you.

Discover why Virtual Hearing Care is right for you.

How does it work?

It only takes four steps to be ready for Virtual Hearing Care. You will start with
  1. Downloading the myPhonak app to your smartphone
  2. Ensuring that the Bluetooth® connection of your smartphone is switched on
  3. Connecting your hearing devices with your smartphone by turning them on and off
  4. After that, you finish by connecting your devices to the myPhonak app by following the steps shown in the app.
Sounds complicated and too techy? Don’t worry, it’s not. The video shows you what to expect and we will be there to support you to get ready for Virtual Hearing Care.

What will Virtual Hearing Care be like?

It is like video calling your friends and family via your smartphone but with an audiologist instead. The key to Virtual Hearing Care is our easy-to-use smartphone app. On one side, you can use the app to talk to with an audiologist. But on the other side, the audiologist can connect with your hearing devices via the app and adjust them right in that moment to help you hear better. All you need is:

  • Phonak hearing devices with Bluetooth connectivity
  • A Bluetooth enabled smartphone
  • The myPhonak app downloaded to your smartphone*
  • Stable internet connection (Wi-Fi or at least 3G)

Find out what to expect in more detail by watching the video.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need for Virtual Hearing Care?
All you need is a smartphone and Phonak hearing devices, both Bluetooth enabled, the myPhonak app on your smartphone and a steady internet connection (WiFi or at least 3G connection).
 
The myPhonak app works on smartphones with iOS version 12 or newer as well as with smartphones with Android 7.0 or newer. The smartphone must minimally support Bluetooth 4.2.
Which hearing devices do I need for Virtual Hearing Care?
Virtual Hearing Care is currently available for Phonak Marvel or Phonak Paradise devices with Bluetooth connectivity. Please reach out to us on 0800 515 515 if you need help identifying the type of your hearing devices.
 
How do I get ready for Virtual Hearing Care?
It only takes four steps to be ready for Virtual Hearing Care. After that, all you need to do is to book a virtual appointment.

Step 1: Downloading the myPhonak app
First, download the myPhonak app to your smartphone. The myPhonak app works on smartphones with iOS version 12 or newer as well as with smartphones with Android 7.0 or newer. The smartphone must minimally support Bluetooth 4.2.

Step 2: Activating Bluetooth
You have successfully downloaded the myPhonak app. Next, make sure the Bluetooth connection of your smartphone is turned on by checking your mobile settings. Stay in the Bluetooth settings of your smartphone before moving to the next step.

Step 3: Preparing your hearing devices and connect them to your smartphone
Now, you’ll need to prepare your hearing devices so you can connect them with your smartphone. On the following pages, you'll find step by step content how to do so:  
Step 4: Connecting your devices to the myPhonak app
Your devices are paired with your smartphone and can be connected to the myPhonak app. Open the app and follow the steps indicated in the app. On the following pages, you'll find step by step content what to do: Now you are ready for your first Virtual Care session. All that is left to do is to book an appointment. We look forward to seeing you from your happy place.
 
Which hearing devices do I need for Virtual Hearing Care?
How do I download the myPhonak app? The myPhonak app works on smartphones with iOS version 12 or newer as well as with smartphones with Android 7.0 or newer. The smartphone must minimally support Bluetooth 4.2.
How do I connect my hearing devices to my smartphone?
First, make sure the Bluetooth connection of your smartphone is turned on by checking your mobile settings. Stay in the Bluetooth settings of your smartphone. Then, you’ll need to prepare your hearing devices so you can connect them with your smartphone. The following videos show you step by step how to do so:
  • For phones running on Android and hearing devices with disposable batteries see this video
  • For phones running on Android and rechargeable hearing devices see this video
  • For iPhones and hearing devices with disposable batteries see this video
  • For iPhones and rechargeable hearing devices see this video
What kind of smartphone do I need for Virtual Hearing Care?
For Virtual Hearing Care with the myPhonak app, your smartphone model must minimally support support Bluetooth 4.2, and run on the iOS 12.0 / Android 7.0 or newer software.
Who can I contact if I need help for Virtual Hearing Care?
Speak to our specialist Virtual Care hearing specialists on 0800 515 515, virtualcare@tritonhearing.co.nz or by filling in the form below.

Virtual Care setup instructions

Looking to get started on your Virtual Care journey? Whether you are on an Apple iPhone or an Android mobile (often Samsung, Oppo, Huawei, Nokia or Motorola), we have instructional videos to help you get started. Learn about how to pair your hearing aids to your phone, how to troubleshoot and how to clean your devices.

Simply select the type of mobile device you have and if you have rechargeable or battery powered hearing aids:

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Book an appointment to speak to one of our Virtual Hearing Care audiologists by filling in the form or giving us a call on 0800 515 515
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* The myPhonak app works on smartphones with iOS version 12 or newer as well as with smartphones with Android 7.0 or newer. The smartphone must minimally support Bluetooth 4.2.