What is Auracast?
How Does Auracast Work?
Auracast requires three components to work: a broadcaster, an assistant and a receiver. In non-technical terms, there are three pieces of the puzzle:
- -a phone, TV or other transmitter broadcasts an audio stream
- -a user connects to the broadcast via a smartphone or smartwatch
- -nearby Auracast-compatible headphones or hearing aids connected to the phone or watch receive the stream
There is no pairing required to tune into the broadcast.
How is Auracast Different from Regular Bluetooth?
One of the biggest differences between the technologies is that Bluetooth requires device pairing, while Auracast does not. With Bluetooth, for example, you'd need to pair your earbuds to your phone to listen to Spotify or other music streaming apps. With Auracast, there's no pairing required. Unlike Bluetooth, Auracast also enables an unlimited number of listeners. Depending on the quality of the audio stream, Auracast can also offer clearer sound with less delay, which is particularly important for accessibility.
Auracast for Personal Use, Entertaining & More
If you and your roommate or significant other both own Auracast-enabled devices, you can easily enjoy the same playlist or podcast from anywhere in your home. Not everyone can—or wants to—invest in a serious home audio system. But with Auracast-compatible devices, you can enjoy audio from an unlimited number of compatible speakers (the JBL Flip 7, for example) that fill the entire space. The best part? Auracast-enabled devices don't have to belong to the same brand to connect, so your friends can all bring their compatible speakers to get the party started.
Auracast in Public Places
One of the biggest breakthroughs for Auracast is its function as an accessibility aid. Hearing aid users, for example, can be supplied with a receiver at venues that support Auracast, like movie theaters. Silent screens in places like gyms, waiting rooms and airports can now be heard with Auracast-compatible devices. Auracast can also be used in locations that require translation services, such as conferences and meetings.
Shop Auracast-Compatible Devices at Abt
If the possibilities of Auracast appeal to you, you're in luck. Abt offers Auracast-compatible devices including headphones, earbuds and speakers from different brands so you can start enjoying the future of wireless audio technology. Some even come with their own transmitter. Look for the "Auracast" filter on relevant categories to easily find compatible products, or call our audio specialists at 800-860-3577 if you're looking for a particular product.
Auracast FAQs
What devices support Auracast?
A variety of headphones, earbuds and speakers from brands such as JBL and Soundcore support Auracast, as well as select hearing aid brands. As Auracast grows in popularity, expect to see more Auracast-compatible devices on the market from different brands.
Is Auracast available now?
Yes, Auracast is available now, and there continue to be more devices that support Auracast.
Does the iPhone have Auracast?
No current iPhone models natively support Auracast. However, iPhones can connect to Auracast-enabled hearing aids, which then act as a bridge to access Auracast broadcasts on your iPhone.
