Android Adds Auracast Support, So Hearing Aids Can Connect Directly to Venue Audio
Added by Google Auracast Support as Android Update announced Thursday that this will allow anyone who connects directly with a hearing aid Audio streaming in public places. Auracast is a Bluetooth feature that allows the venue to create a broadcast network that hearing aids can take advantage of. This can be especially useful in noisy environments like concerts or train stations where it is difficult to steal audio from speakers.
This update allows Android phone links Audio– Hearing aid assistant tools from companies such as Starkey and GN to broadcast these audios.
To use Auracast, you need to pair your hearing aids Samsung Galaxy Equipment operation One UI 7 and Android 15,or Pixel 9 Equipment operation Android 16 Beta. Then, watch the Auracast from public places or TV streamers. To do this, go to your phone’s Bluetooth settings, or, if you use a Pixel 9 device, you can connect to the broadcast by scanning the QR code.
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In recent years, companies such as Google, Amazon and Apple have been working to improve the hearing accessibility of their products and services. Google’s Sound amplifier The app can filter and enhance sound using a phone and a pair of headphones. Live subtitles Display real-time subtitles of each application on Android device, and Real-time copying Displays transcription of spoken and voice.
Amazon adds features to audiences in 2022 Pair hearing aids with fire TV cubes Make watching shows and movies more seamless. The company also added Dialogue enhancement Function Main video In 2023, conversations that make it easier for anyone to hear background sounds.
And Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 double Hearing aids For adults with mild to moderate hearing loss, increased Over-the-counter hearing aids Helpful Lower barriers to entry. Like Google, Apple Live subtitles Features display live subtitles about calls and conversations to help deaf and hearing-impaired people follow what is going on.
Google’s addition of Auracast support on Android is the latest example of how technology can use it as a tool for improving accessibility every day and hopes to improve the experience for all users.
