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Hearing glasses · EssilorLuxotticaNuance Audio
Hearing, built into your glasses.
Nuance Audio hides hearing technology inside stylish, prescription-ready frames. Directional microphones focus on the person in front of you, and open-ear speakers in the arms deliver clearer sound with nothing in or behind your ears.
- 10hbattery
- Openear
- Mild–moderateloss
Designed to be invisible
Nuance Audio Plus is the second generation of Nuance Audio hearing glasses, with longer battery life, refined sound and hands-free calls.
Nothing in your ears
Open-ear speakers sit in the temple arms, so your ear canals stay open and nobody sees a hearing device.
Directional microphones
Beamforming microphones in the frame focus on the voice in front of you, helping conversation stand out in noisy places.
Frontal or 360° sound
Double-tap the frame to switch between Frontal mode for face-to-face talk and All-around mode for situational awareness.
Up to 10 hours
Up to 10 hours of use under average conditions, with a charging pad and USB-C cable included.
Hands-free iPhone calls
Answer or end calls with a double-tap. Works with iPhone on iOS 16 or later (MFi certified).
Prescription-ready
Fitted with your own prescription lenses, with Transitions light-adaptive lenses available.
Personalise in the app
Four sound presets, three background-noise reduction levels and five volume levels in the Nuance Audio app.
Simple controls
A power switch and volume buttons on the temples, with an optional remote control.
Three frame styles
Square, Panthos and Upturn frames, each available in five colours.
Who Nuance Audio suits
- Adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss who struggle most in restaurants and group conversations.
- People who already wear glasses and would rather not add a separate device.
- First-time users who are not ready for a traditional hearing aid.
Good to know
- Designed for mild to moderate loss. Greater hearing loss usually needs a hearing aid.
- Call support is for iPhone (iOS 16 or later).
- Plan to charge daily: up to 10 hours per charge.
Nuance Audio Plus at a glance
| Type | Hearing glasses (over-the-counter style hearing support built into eyewear) |
|---|---|
| Hearing loss | Adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss |
| Sound delivery | Open-ear speakers in the temple arms; directional (beamforming) microphones |
| Listening modes | Frontal and All-around (360°) |
| Battery | Up to 10 hours under average conditions; charging pad and USB-C cable included |
| Calls | Hands-free calls with iPhone (iOS 16+), MFi certified |
| App | Nuance Audio app: setup tutorials, four presets, three noise-reduction levels, five volume levels |
| Lenses | Prescription lenses, including Transitions light-adaptive lenses |
| Frames | Square, Panthos and Upturn, in five colours |
| Regulatory | Nuance Audio glasses are registered with Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) |
Nuance Audio FAQs
Are Nuance Audio glasses a hearing aid?
They are hearing glasses: amplification built into eyewear for adults with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss. They are registered as a medical device with the TGA in Australia. For greater hearing loss, a traditional hearing aid is usually the better choice.
Can I use my own prescription?
Yes. The frames are prescription-ready, and Transitions light-adaptive lenses are available.
How long does the battery last?
Nuance Audio Plus lasts up to 10 hours under average conditions. A charging pad is included, so most people charge them overnight.
Can I stream music?
Nuance Audio Plus supports hands-free phone calls with iPhone (iOS 16 or later). If music streaming matters to you, ask us to compare it with a Bluetooth hearing aid during your demo.
How do I know if my hearing loss is mild to moderate?
A comprehensive hearing test will tell you. We can test your hearing and let you try Nuance Audio in the same visit.
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Nuance Audio is a trademark of EssilorLuxottica. Features and battery life are as published by the manufacturer and vary with use. Call handling requires a compatible iPhone. Availability of frames, colours and lenses may vary.