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Auracast and LE Audio are preparing Bluetooth for a minor revolution.
The former is characterized by its potential for significantly reduced energy consumption without compromising audio quality, whereas the latter is a radio-style broadcasting standard that enables the integration of multiple audio devices onto a single device.
Samsung has now announced that One UI 6.1 will include Auracast support for its 2023 flagship devices.
In a press release pertaining to the most recent iteration of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Series, the organization discloses that in addition to enabling Auracast on the Buds 2 Pro and its smart televisions, the standard is now being implemented on a limited number of Galaxy devices.
The availability of Auracast on the Samsung Galaxy S24 series has already been confirmed; however, Samsung clarifies in the announcement which additional devices will support the new receiving and broadcasting options:
Broadcast sound using Auracast’ is available on Galaxy S24 series, S23 series, Z Fold5, Z Flip5, Tab S9 series with One UI 6.1 or above.
Listen to Auracast broadcast’ is available on Galaxy S24 series, S23 series, Z Fold5, Z Fold4, Z Flip5, Z Flip4, A54 5G, M54 5G, Tab S9 series, Tab S9 FE series, Tab Active 5 5G with One UI 5.1.1 or above.
Although sound broadcasting is restricted to a select number of the latest Samsung mobile devices running the most recent version of One UI, a few additional devices with software as old as One UI 5.1.1 are capable of receiving Auracast broadcasts and forwarding them to connected Bluetooth or wired audio devices.
Auracast supports both private and public broadcasts, and the process of configuring and connecting to streams is analogous to that of Wi-Fi networks.
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QR codes enable the initiation and joining of broadcasts, ensuring a seamless experience. Although Auracast was first announced in 2022, it is only now being implemented gradually in consumer devices.
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group anticipates novel applications for public televisions in conference centers, transit centers, waiting areas, and cinemas once long-term support becomes ubiquitous. Additionally, this facilitates the operation of simultaneous broadcasts in various languages or provide audio description for individuals with visual impairments. Furthermore, it raises the possibility that hearing aides endowed with Auracast technology could eventually supplant T-coils.
