New bluetooth Hearing Aids hearing static only on phone calls with my iphone 16 pro max

Re: New bluetooth Hearing Aids hearing static only on phone calls with my iphone 16 pro max

While on a call you can manually direct the audio to the hearing aids.

While on a call on iPhone - Apple Support

Eg says:

"Adjust the audio during a call

To change the volume, press the volume buttons on the side of iPhone.

Or swipe down on the call banner, then do any of the following:

• Mute: Tap the Mute button.
• Put the call on hold: Touch and hold the Mute button.
• Talk handsfree: Tap the Audio button, then choose an audio destination." (Hearing Aids)

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Another option is to automatically direct calls to the hearing aids:

You may want to: Route and automatically answer calls on iPhone - Apple Support

You can automatically direct the audio of phone or FaceTime calls to your hearing device.

iPhone can also automatically answer calls after a length of time you set.

Eg : says:

1. Go to Settings  > Accessibility > Touch > Call Audio Routing, then choose an audio destination.
2. Tap Auto-Answer Calls, turn on Auto-Answer Calls, then set the duration of time before the call is answered by tapping or .

During a call, you can switch the audio routing from your hearing aid to the iPhone speaker by removing the hearing aid from your ear.

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Wondering whether the Hearing Aids are listed as "Made for iPhone" (Mfi) compatible.

List of Made for iPhone hearing devices - Apple Support

Eg says:

if your Hearing Aids model is not listed, you may need to rely on an app from the manufacturer for control.

Else: If you haven't seen it yet: Apple Support provides tips for Mfi Hearing Aids in the article below.

Use Made for iPhone hearing devices - Apple Support

There's an "If you need help" section at the bottom of the above article..

if yours are MFi hearing Aids:

The ReSound Smart 3D app allows you to control your hearing aids from your iPhone, including adjusting sound settings and programs.