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Auracast Broadcast Audio Could Make Shared and Accessible Sound Normal by 2026

Bluetooth Auracast is a new way to share audio that goes beyond the usual one-to-one Bluetooth connection. With Auracast, a single device like a phone, TV, or sound system can broadcast audio to many compatible receivers at once. That means everyone nearby with Auracast-enabled earbuds, headphones, or hearing aids can tune in without pairing each device separately.

Auracast is already being used in theaters, concert halls, churches, airports, and other public spaces to improve accessibility. Instead of special assistive listening systems that tie you to one seat, Auracast lets you hear clear audio from anywhere in the venue, using your own devices.

Because Auracast works with Bluetooth LE Audio, it supports high-quality sound and can run multiple streams at once. That opens the door to language interpretation, descriptive audio, silent TV zones, and more. As more compatible devices hit the market and venues adopt the technology, Auracast is expected to become common in public and private settings by 2026 and after.

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