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technologies may be used in this smartphone that have
not been tested for use with hearing aids. It is important
to try the different features of your smartphone
thoroughly and in different locations to determine if you
hear any interfering noise when using this smartphone
with your hearing aid or cochlear implant. Consult your
wireless service provider about its return and exchange
policies, and for
information about hearing aid compatibility.
Hearing aid compatibility rating for this smartphone:
M4/T4.
How the ratings work
M-Ratings: Wireless devices rated M3 or M4 meet FCC
requirements and are likely to
generate less interference to hearing devices than
wireless devices that are not labeled. M4 is
the better or higher of the two ratings.
T-Ratings: Wireless devices rated T3 or T4 meet FCC
requirements and are likely to be more usable with a
hearing device’s telecoil (“T Switch” or “Telephone
Switch”) than unrated wireless devices. T4 is the better
or higher of the two ratings. (Note that not all hearing
devices have telecoils in them.)
Hearing devices may also be measured for immunity to
this type of interference. Your hearing device
manufacturer or hearing health professional may help
you find results for your hearing device. The more