Dear Nucleus® Recipient:

We are thrilled to announce the availability of the newest and most advanced Nucleus® Freedom™ technology to all of our Nucleus implant recipients. At Cochlear™, our promise to deliver the latest sound processor technology to all members of our Nucleus family is a commitment we take very seriously! This introduction represents the 5th sound processor innovation Cochlear has developed for many of you.

Those who upgrade to a Nucleus Freedom processor will have access to some new and exciting features including:

The world's first water and sweat-resistant sound processor

A totally digital sound engine

Cutting-edge SmartSound™ 2 technology, designed for optimized hearing in a variety of listening environments

Built-in telecoil for telephone use

4 programming slots

Controls for both volume and sensitivity

Dual microphones

LCD screen to view help messages

Lockable controls and diagnostic indicator light