Android now supports cutting-edge Bluetooth technology, Pixel 9 users get to try it today

Google recentlyreleased the third beta of Android 16, which is the last one before the stable version launches in June. Because it’s so close to the official release, Android 16 Beta 3 doesn’t bring too many new features, but one of those that have been added is Auracast support.

With Auracast, high quality audio can be broadcasted by one device and picked up by multiple other devices without having to pair them. Auracast is usually supported by hearing devices, including earbuds, headphones, hearing aids and cochlear implants.

However, because of the wide range of Auracast receivers, this feature is very useful for everyone, regardless of whether or not they have any form of hearing loss.

Google announced today that the new Bluetooth technology is now fully supported by Pixel 9 devices. With Android now supporting Auracast, this Bluetooth technology can be enabled on other smartphones once Android 16 gets released in just a few months.

Pixel 9 users who install the last Android 16 beta will be able to use their phones to enable a direct connection from hearing aids to audio broadcasts from crowded and public venues.It’s important to add that Auracast support comes with a range of hearing aid presets, which are available within the phone’s settings. These presets can be applied to broadcasts to personalize streams to your hearing.