Windows 11 tests Bluetooth audio sharing that connects two headsets at once

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Microsoft is rolling out a new feature in Windows 11 that allows users to share Bluetooth audio with multiple devices simultaneously. The feature, known as shared audio, enables the broadcasting of audio from one device to two pairs of wireless headphones, speakers, earbuds, or hearing aids at the same time.

The technology behind this feature is based on the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio codec, which provides higher quality audio in gaming and video calls. Microsoft first introduced an LE Audio feature on Windows 11 in August, allowing users to enjoy better sound while using a wireless headset during games or calls.

However, shared audio takes it a step further by enabling seamless broadcasting of audio across different devices without the need for manual switching between them. This makes it easier to share music or watch movies with friends and family who are nearby, regardless of their own audio setup.

The feature is currently available in preview on select Copilot Plus PCs and can be accessed through the "Shared audio (preview)" button in the quick settings menu. Users will need a compatible device that supports Bluetooth LE, such as Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro or Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones, to take advantage of this feature.

Additionally, Microsoft has partnered with other device manufacturers like Google and Samsung to expand support for shared audio across various devices. This includes compatibility with Android hearing aids, which can now connect to two pairs of compatible headphones at once using the Auracast feature.

For now, users can only use the shared audio feature on select laptops, including the Surface Laptop 13.8 and 15-inch, as well as certain Samsung Galaxy Book models. However, it's expected to roll out to more devices in the future.
 
omg u gotta try dis new windows 11 feature - shared audio!! 🎧👂 its so cool, u can just stream ur music or watch a movie with friends and family nearby without having to manually switch between ur headphones or speakers lol. microsoft partnered w/ google and samsung to make it compatible w/ more devices, like android hearing aids, which is super awesome! 🙌 u can try it out on select laptops 4 now, but hopefully its rolled out to more devices soon 🤞
 
omg this is gonna change how we share tunes & vids with friends 🎧👫 i mean can u imagine just chillin at a park or at home and sharing your fave beats or shows with people nearby? no need to switch between headphones it's all about seamless audio sharing 🙌 love that Microsoft collaborated with google & samsung too, now we can expect this feature on more devices soon 💻🔥
 
man this is so cool 🤯 I was trying to listen to music with my friend online the other day and we were both wearing wireless headphones... it was super annoying when one of us had to unplug and replug just to switch audio devices 😩 but now this shared audio thingy is a total game changer 🎮 I can already imagine myself having movie nights with friends or playing games with my squad while everyone's on different audio devices 👯‍♀️ it's gonna be so lit 💃
 
😊 This new feature from Microsoft is like a metaphor for how we connect with each other – think of all those wires and headphones that need to be switched on and off... now imagine being able to share this 'connection' seamlessly with others, no matter what device they're using 📱. It's like the old saying goes, "the more ears you have, the better the music" – but now we can literally share the audio with multiple pairs of ears at once! 🎧 The tech behind it is impressive too... it just shows how far we've come in terms of innovation and accessibility. I wonder if this will change the way we socialize and entertain ourselves – like, do we really need to be tied to one spot anymore? 🤔
 
omg can u believe ms is finally gettin into the game with this shared audio thing? its about time they upped their audio game lol i mean who needs manual switching between devices anyway? its so much easier to just stream your fave tunes or vids to ur friends and fam and enjoy them simultaneously no need for any extra effort 🤩 and i love that ms is partnerin with google and samsung too thats a win in my book 👍 now we just need it on more deviices stat 😅
 
bluetooth sharing with multiple devices at once is a thing now 🤯. finally, no more wrestling with headphones when you want to switch between speakers or earbuds. this tech is all about making multi-device audio setups a breeze, which is perfect for group hangouts or video calls. but let's be real, who doesn't already have multiple devices with audio capabilities? still, it's nice to see the big players like microsoft and google teaming up to make this happen 💻. just hope they don't mess with the settings 🤦‍♂️
 
omg, this is so cool 😎 like, imagine being able to stream music with friends who are a few rooms away without having to deal with switching between devices all the time 🤯 it's already pretty sweet that you can use it on some laptops now, but I'm hyped that they're gonna make it available on more devices soon 💻 I mean, what's next? Wireless charging for your whole setup? 🔋 Wouldn't that be something?
 
I'm not sold on this whole "shared audio" thing just yet 🤔. I mean, don't get me wrong, having multiple people enjoy the same music or movie at the same time sounds like a blast... for others, that is 😂. But think about it, how often do we really need to share our audio with anyone? For me, it's a bit of a gimmick and I'm not sure it'll become a staple in my daily life 💻.

Plus, have you considered the potential issues with latency or interference when sharing audio across multiple devices 📣? It might be a great feature for some people, but for others, like gamers who require low latency, it could be a deal-breaker 🚫.

I'm also a bit skeptical about how this will affect our audio security 🤖. Are we just going to open ourselves up to more potential hacking risks by having multiple devices connected to the same audio stream? I guess only time (and Microsoft's testing) will tell if shared audio is truly the next big thing 🎧
 
I'm stoked about this new feature 🤩. Imagine being able to blast your favorite tunes to a group of friends without having to switch between different audio setups. It's like having your own personal karaoke party 🔊, but without all the hassle. Microsoft is really pushing the boundaries with this shared audio tech, and it's awesome to see them partnering with other big names like Google and Samsung to make it happen.

I can already think of so many scenarios where this feature would come in super handy - road trips with friends, game nights, or even just watching movies at home. And let's not forget about all the people who rely on hearing aids or similar devices - being able to connect them seamlessly to a Bluetooth headset is a total game-changer 🎮.

One thing that's got me excited is the potential for this feature to become more widespread. We're already seeing it on select laptops, but if Microsoft can iron out any kinks and get it rolling out to more devices, it could be a total revolution in the way we share audio 🚀. I just hope they keep working on improving the stability and compatibility - once that happens, this feature is gonna be a household name 😄.
 
I'm so stoked about this new shared audio feature in Windows 11! 🎵 It's going to be a game-changer for online gaming and movie nights with friends 🍿👫. I mean, imagine being able to stream music from your laptop to two pairs of wireless headphones at the same time – it's like having your own personal concert 🎶. And with the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio codec, you can expect higher quality sound, which is a total win for audiophiles 🎧.

I'm also loving that Microsoft has partnered with other device manufacturers to expand support for this feature across various devices 🤝. It's going to be awesome to see Android hearing aids and more devices connect seamlessly to our audio setup 🎵. For now, I'm stoked to have it on select laptops, like the Surface Laptop 13.8 and 15-inch, and I can already imagine all the fun times we'll have with this feature 😆.
 
🎧 This new feature is gonna change the game for gamers and streamers who wanna share their audio with a group of friends without having to switch between devices. It's kinda like having your own personal DJ booth 🌐, minus the need to manually switch between headphones or speakers. Microsoft is really investing in improving Windows 11's audio capabilities, and this feature takes it to a whole new level! 👏
 
I just tried this new shared audio thing with my friends at a bonfire party 🏕️💻 and it was SO cool! We were all listening to music together and switching between our headphones wasn't an issue anymore. It felt like having multiple conversations at once - we could talk over the music without anyone getting lost 😂. But what's even better is that I didn't have to manually switch devices, it just worked seamlessly in the background. I'm excited to see this feature roll out to more laptops and devices because it would be a total game-changer for online gaming parties 🎮💸.
 
aww man that sounds like such a game changer 🤯😊 think about having a blast gaming session with friends and everyone gets to enjoy the same sick beats simultaneously 💥🎧 it's gonna be so much fun sharing music with family too, no more switching between devices on the fly, just pure seamless audio goodness 🌟💖
 
OMG, I'm so hyped about this new feature! 🤩 Sharing Bluetooth audio with multiple devices at once is literally game-changing for gaming sessions and movie nights with friends 💻🍿. It's like, imagine you're playing a game with your squad and everyone can listen to the same soundtrack on their own wireless headphones 🎵👥. And the best part? No more switching between devices or messing around with separate audio setups 🙅‍♂️. This shared audio feature is perfect for sharing music or watching movies with family and friends nearby 👫. I'm curious to see how it'll expand to more devices in the future 🤔, especially Android hearing aids! 🎧 Can't wait to try it out on my Surface Laptop 13.8 😄
 
omg I cant even wait for this feature to be available on all my devices 🤩🎧 I mean who doesn't wanna be able to rock out with their squad while gaming or watching movies? its gonna make sharing music with friends so much easier and fun! 👫🎵 also love that microsoft is partnering up with other brands like google and samsung, thats a huge step forward for shared audio tech 🚀💻
 
OMG I'M SO DOWN FOR THIS NEW FEATURE!!! 🤩💻 IT'S GOING TO MAKE LIFE SO MUCH EASIER WHEN YOU'RE WATCHING MOVIES OR LISTENING TO MUSIC WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY! NO MORE HAVING TO DEAL WITH LIKE TAKING YOUR HEADPHONES OFF ONE BY ONE TO SHARE WITH SOMEONE ELSE! THIS JUST SAVES SO MUCH TIME AND ENERGY!!! 🕒️ AND IT'S AWESOME THAT MICROSOFT IS WORKING WITH OTHER DEVICE MANUFACTURERS LIKE GOOGLE AND SAMSUNG TO MAKE IT MORE COMPATIBLE WITH DIFFERENT DEVICES! THE SURFACE LAPTOP 13.8 AND SAMSUNG GALAXY BOOK MODELS GETTING THIS FEATURE FIRST IS PRETTY COOL, BUT I HOPE IT ROLLS OUT SOON TO MORE DEVICES!!! 📈
 
I'm loving this new Bluetooth audio thingy 🎧💻! Sharing audio with friends is gonna be a total game changer for gaming sessions and movie nights. It's like having your own personal concert party 😊. But, gotta say, I'm a bit skeptical about compatibility issues. Like, how many devices can you really share at once? And what if the connection drops? That would be super annoying 🤦‍♂️.

Also, why are we limited to just select laptops and Samsung Galaxy Book models for now? Can't we get this on all Windows 11 devices already? 😒. Anyway, it's cool that Microsoft is working with other brands like Google and Samsung to expand support. That's the kind of tech magic I'm here for ✨!
 
omg 🤯 is this a thing now?! so like i was trying to listen to music with my friend last night but we were on opposite sides of the house lol guess what?! shared audio is finally here 🎵 i used it and it's literally so cool! no more switching between devices, just stream away 📻💻 can't wait for this to come out to more devices tho 🤞
 
🎧 just tried this new shared audio thingy in windows 11 and its kinda cool i mean you can stream music or watch movies with friends and they dont need their own headphones which is pretty sweet but idk how it works behind the scenes sounds like some fancy bluetooth tech lol
 
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