AudioStream Adapter
for RONDO 3
Do you use a RONDO 3 audio processor? Would you like to stream music and phone calls from your smartphone or tablet? With RONDO 3’s AudioStream Adapter, you can—directly and wirelessly, anytime and anywhere.
Is my phone or tablet compatible with AudioStream Adapter?
- Wirelessly stream via Bluetooth® Low Energy
- Music and speech in true stereo quality
- Compatible with iOS and Android devices*
- Suitable for bimodal use
Streaming Music
Life without music? That’s almost impossible to imagine. Experience music in true stereo with AudioStream Adapter. And the best thing? You can stream music from any app on your tablet or smartphone.
Using the Phone
Hear phone calls with clarity without having to hold your smartphone to your ear. The audio from your phone goes directly to your ear(s) without background noise. Phone calls have never been easier.
Watching TV
Stream the audio from your favorite movies directly to your ears. AudioStream Adapter works not only with smartphones and tablets, but it’s also compatible with Smart TVs and Digital Media Players. For a list of compatible devices, see below.
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Convenient, Compact, and Powerful
Extensive Compatibility
With a discreet design and high-quality sound, AudioStream Adapter is easy to use! This adapter is an essential accessory for your RONDO 3. Wirelessly stream music and speech from Apple iOS and Android smartphones directly to your cochlear implant.
Bimodal Streaming
Do you wear RONDO 3 on one side and a hearing aid on the other? If your hearing aid supports audio streaming (i.e., ASHA technology), then you can stream sound to both your ears in stereo.**
Configuration with AudioKey 2 App
Setting up AudioStream Adapter for first use is fast and simple. With the AudioKey 2 app for Android or iOS, AudioStream Adapter can be configured and updated with just a few clicks. Once set up, you don’t even need to use AudioKey 2 app for everyday streaming.
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Compatibility
AudioStream Adapter for direct streaming with the RONDO 3 audio processor can be connected with all external devices that support Made for iPhone (MFi) and Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids (ASHA) technology. MED-EL recommends keeping your device(s) updated with the latest version of the iOS or Android operating system. AudioStream Adapter is compatible with iOS version 11 or later and Android version 10 or later.
The Android devices stated in the following list include devices specifically tested and confirmed by MED-EL to be compatible with AudioStream Adapter. In addition, other Android devices with Android 10 or later and both Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids (ASHA) technology enabled by the phone manufacturer and service carrier may also be compatible with AudioStream Adapter.
*Compatible with iOS and Android devices. For a detailed list of compatible devices, see below.
**Bimodal streaming is possible with Android 12 or later and hearing aids compatible with Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids (ASHA) technology.
Devices Compatible with AudioStream Adapter
iOS Devices
Check to see if your Apple device is compatible with AudioStream Adapter.
Android Devices
Check to see if your Google Pixel device is compatible with AudioStream Adapter.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S24, Samsung Galaxy S23, Samsung Galaxy S22, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S21+, Samsung Galaxy S21, Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy S10+, Samsung Galaxy S10, Samsung Galaxy S10e, Samsung Galaxy S9+, Samsung Galaxy S9, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, Samsung Galaxy A71, Samsung Galaxy A70, Samsung Galaxy A53, Samsung Galaxy A52, Samsung Galaxy A51
OnePlus 9 Pro, OnePlus 9
Xiaomi 11T Pro
Oppo Find X5, Oppo Find X3 Pro
Smart TVs and Digital Media Players
Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen), Amazon Fire TV Cube (2nd Gen)
[Compatibility with two AudioStreams that are set up bilaterally is under investigation.]
Certain third-party applications (for example, the Roku App for Roku and Roku TV) can be used with compatible devices to stream audio directly to AudioStream Adapter.
Devices Suitable for Bimodal Streaming (CI + Hearing Aid)
For bimodal streaming, you simply need an Android smartphone with the Android 12 operating system or later, a hearing aid compatible with Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids (ASHA) technology, and AudioStream Adapter. The below lists include devices specifically tested and confirmed by MED-EL to be suitable for bimodal streaming. Other Android devices and hearing aids with the necessary technologies may also be suitable for bimodal streaming when using AudioStream Adapter.
Android Devices
Check to see if your Google Pixel device is suitable for bimodal streaming.
Samsung Galaxy S23, Samsung Galaxy S22, Samsung Galaxy S21+, Samsung Galaxy S21, Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2, Samsung Galaxy S10e
Xiaomi Mi 11T Pro
OnePlus 9 Pro
Oppo Find X5, Oppo Find X3 Pro
Hearing Aids
Oticon More, Oticon Real, Oticon Intent
ReSound ENZO Q, ReSound LiNX Quattro, ReSound Key, ReSound One
Signia Pure Charge&Go X, Signia Pure Charge&Go AX, Signia Pure Charge&Go IX, Signia Pure Charge&Go T IX
Starkey Livio AI, Starkey Evolve AI
Widex Moment
Although MED-EL aims to provide as many users as possible with seamless device compatibility, MED-EL cannot guarantee full compatibility or troubleshooting support with all devices and the information provided above should only be used for reference.
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