Audio sharing Archives

Winsage

November 1, 2025

Windows 11 tests shared Bluetooth audio support, but only for AI PCs

Microsoft is testing a "shared audio" feature on Copilot+ PCs that utilizes Bluetooth LE Audio broadcast technology, allowing simultaneous audio streaming to two Bluetooth devices. This feature is part of Windows 11 Build 26220.7051 (KB5067115) and can be activated through quick settings. Currently, it is compatible with select PCs, including various models of Surface laptops and Surface Pro devices, and will expand to additional devices in the future, such as Samsung Galaxy Book models. Users will need compatible audio accessories to utilize the feature, which is being rolled out to Windows Insider Program participants in the Dev and Beta channels.

Winsage

November 1, 2025

Extending Bluetooth® LE Audio on Windows 11 with shared audio (preview)

Today, the shared audio (preview) feature has been rolled out in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build (26220.7051) for Dev and Beta Channels, allowing users to share audio between two Bluetooth audio devices simultaneously. This feature utilizes Bluetooth LE Audio broadcast technology and is currently available on select Copilot+ PCs, with plans to expand support to more devices in the future. Users can share audio by connecting two compatible Bluetooth LE Audio accessories to their Windows 11 PC and accessing the “Shared audio (preview)” tile in quick settings. Compatible devices include specific Surface Laptop and Surface Pro models, as well as Samsung Galaxy Book models. Compatible Bluetooth LE Audio accessories include Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Galaxy Buds3, Galaxy Buds3 Pro, Sony WH-1000XM6, and recent hearing aids from ReSound and Beltone. To use the feature, users must enroll in the Windows Insider Dev or Beta Channels and ensure their OS and drivers are updated. Feedback from users is encouraged to improve the experience.

Winsage

October 31, 2025

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

Microsoft is enhancing the audio experience for Windows 11 users with a new feature that enables shared audio streaming across multiple wireless devices using the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio codec. This feature is currently in preview mode for Windows 11 Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels. Users can connect Bluetooth LE-supported devices to their Windows 11 PC and select the “Shared audio (preview)” option from the quick settings menu. The shared audio feature is available on select Copilot Plus PCs, including the 13.8 and 15-inch Surface Laptops and the 13-inch Surface Pro, with plans for additional devices like the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360 and Galaxy Book5 Pro to support it soon. Compatible devices include Bluetooth LE models such as the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Buds 3, Buds 3 Pro, and Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones.

BetaBeacon

September 6, 2025

Android & Pixel’s Game-Changing Update: AI Writing Tools, Emoji Redesign, Audio Sharing & More

- Enhanced audio sharing capabilities include pairing two LE Bluetooth Audio headphones to a phone, supporting expanded device support. - Androidify bot allows users to create a custom Android bot using a selfie or prompt, using Gemini 2.5 Flash, Imagen, and Veo 3. - Pixel Drop updates feature Material 3 Expressive, Adaptive Audio, Loud Noise Protection, and Google Maps auto-launch.

AppWizard

September 3, 2025

Explore Android’s exciting September update: Music sharing and your own custom bot await

Google has launched LE Audio Auracast, allowing users to connect two LE Audio Bluetooth headphones to a single device for synchronized listening. This feature is available on the Google Pixel 8 series, select Samsung flagship devices from 2023, and some Xiaomi and POCO models. Additionally, Google introduced Androidify, a tool for creating personalized Android bots using AI by uploading a selfie. The revamped Gboard now offers AI-driven texting suggestions, spelling and grammar assistance, and an updated Emoji Kitchen for creating unique stickers. A redesigned Quick Share feature enhances file sharing with a progress indicator. The Pixel 10 smartphone features the Tensor G5 chip and new Gemini AI capabilities, including Camera Coach and Magic Cue.

AppWizard

September 3, 2025

New Androidify App Uses Google’s Best AI Models To Turn Your Selfies Into Cute, Custom Android Bots

Google unveiled Androidify, a platform that allows users to create personalized Android bots from selfies or text prompts using advanced AI models, including the "Nano-Banana" image generator from Gemini. The service captures general features and accessories without replicating users' faces. Androidify uses Gemini 2.5 Flash to validate selfies and employs a tailored version of Imagen 3 for generating custom avatars. Users can also create backgrounds for their bots with Nano-Banana and animate their creations using Veo 3, producing 8-second videos weekly.

AppWizard

August 28, 2025

Spotify launches in-app direct messaging

Spotify has introduced a direct messaging feature called Messages, allowing users to share songs, podcasts, and audiobooks within the app. Users can message individuals they have interacted with on Spotify, including those in shared playlists or family and Duo plan members. The feature is accessible from the Now Playing screen, and users must be at least 16 years old to use it.

AppWizard

August 27, 2025

Spotify teases new in-app messaging feature

Spotify has introduced an integrated messaging system that allows users to share songs, podcasts, and audiobooks within the app, enhancing social engagement and addressing a gap in user experience. This feature enables users to initiate conversations by selecting a share icon during playback, choosing recipients, and transmitting content. The messaging system complements existing social media integrations and is designed to enhance user workflows, potentially transforming Spotify into a more active social network for audio content. The rollout comes as a strategic response to the influence of social media on music discovery, aiming to boost user engagement and retention in a competitive streaming landscape.

Winsage

July 21, 2025

Windows 11 is finally getting an audio feature I’ve been begging Microsoft to add for years

Microsoft is developing a "shared audio" feature for Windows 11 that will allow users to play sound through multiple devices simultaneously. This feature aims to simplify the process of outputting audio from two devices, which has previously been complicated. Currently, it is under development and may enable users to control audio output for two devices directly from the volume controls on the taskbar. The feature is expected to be available in the Beta and Dev branches of Windows 11.

Winsage

July 20, 2025

A Windows Insider user discovers an undocumented ‘Shared audio’ feature in the latest build — quick setting allows you to play audio through multiple outputs

Microsoft has introduced a new 'Shared audio' feature in the latest Windows Insider build, allowing users to stream audio across multiple devices or speakers. This feature can be accessed via a button in the Quick Settings panel, where users can select connected audio devices and initiate audio sharing. Currently, Windows does not have a native solution for simultaneous audio output to multiple devices, and users often rely on unreliable methods or complex third-party applications. The feature's broader rollout is unconfirmed, and its compatibility with Bluetooth devices is uncertain. Users can join the Canary Channel to explore this feature, but it may come with instability and no guarantee of availability for all Insiders.