You can use a feature called "Stereo Mix" in the Windows Sound Settings to select two different output devices for audio. It's found at Settings > Sound > More Sound Settings > Recording. Typically, Windows 11 plays audio through one device at a time—whether that be USB speakers or wireless headphones. What if you want to hear sound from multiple devices at the same … [Read more...] about How to Play Audio From Multiple Outputs in Windows 11
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The future of spatial audio sounds amazing and left me wanting more
Credit: Ryan Haines / Android Authority According to Qualcomm’s State of Sound report, spatial audio is pretty hot right now. More than 40% of those surveyed said they’d be willing to pay more for headphones with the feature, so naturally, Qualcomm threw its hat into the ring. It announced Dynamic Spatial Audio as a new feature in its Snapdragon Sound suite and two new audio … [Read more...] about The future of spatial audio sounds amazing and left me wanting more
Which Smart Speaker Has the Best Audio Quality?
Despite their audio-focused nature, people rarely talk about the actual audio quality of Google Assistant, Amazon Echo, and Apple smart speakers. Which one should you get if you want the best-sounding audio experience? There are a few smart speakers that focus on audio quality, but the majority are focused more on their virtual assistants and price point. That doesn’t mean … [Read more...] about Which Smart Speaker Has the Best Audio Quality?
Qualcomm unveils new Bluetooth LE Audio chips and platform for AR glasses
Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and among all the performance figures were notes on much-improved Bluetooth audio. Here is the other half of that equation – the Qualcomm S3 and S5 Gen 2 chips for wireless headsets. There is a new platform for wearables, AR glasses in particular, that was also unveiled today. Qualcomm S3 and S5 Gen 2 With the new Gen 2 … [Read more...] about Qualcomm unveils new Bluetooth LE Audio chips and platform for AR glasses
You can soon stream your Android phone’s audio to Windows 11
Windows 11’s Phone Link app (originally called Your Phone) was rebranded earlier this year and refreshed with a new redesign that lines it up with the updated Windows 11 UI. Phone Link has already been a useful tool for Windows and it works really work as long as you have a Samsung phone. You can link up your Android phone with the desktop and sync up your notifications, … [Read more...] about You can soon stream your Android phone’s audio to Windows 11
Should You Use Lossless Audio on Apple Music?
Lossless audio will improve your listening experience on Apple Music, adding detail that's lost in the compression process normal streams use. However, you'll need wired headphones to hear the difference, and you should avoid using lossless audio on connections with limited bandwidth. In 2021, Apple Music began offering its entire library in lossless audio. But what is … [Read more...] about Should You Use Lossless Audio on Apple Music?
How (and Why) to Use Personalized Spatial Audio on iPhone
Apple promises that Personalized Spatial Audio, added in iOS 16 for iPhones, can help tailor your audio experience to your specific head shape. Here’s how to set it up so you can judge for yourself. What Is Personalized Spatial Audio? First announced at WWDC 2022, Personalized Spatial Audio arrived in the iOS 16 update for iPhones. Apple says it tailors the spatial audio … [Read more...] about How (and Why) to Use Personalized Spatial Audio on iPhone
How to Enable “Stereo Mix” in Windows and Record Audio from Your PC
Ever need to record something on your computer exactly as it comes out of your speakers? Enabling “Stereo Mix” will let you do exactly that, and here’s how to do it. This will work on Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7. Nowadays, most sound cards have the ability to record whatever is being output. The only hang-up is accessing that recording channel. Depending … [Read more...] about How to Enable “Stereo Mix” in Windows and Record Audio from Your PC
Victrola Launches a Turntable for Sonos Whole-Home Audio
Do you want to add a bit of analog goodness to your Sonos setup? The new Victrola Stream turntable lineup features full compatibility with the Sonos Stream app, meaning that it can wirelessly transmit audio from wax to your Sonos speakers. It’s better than Bluetooth, and it’s an awesome solution for whole-home analog audio. The first turntable in this new lineup is the … [Read more...] about Victrola Launches a Turntable for Sonos Whole-Home Audio
What is Personalised Spatial Audio for AirPods and how do you set it up?
Apple announced the next generation of its AirPods Pro during an event in September, and with them, came the launch of a number of features, including Personalised Spatial Audio. The company first announced Spatial Audio back in 2020, but Personalised Spatial Audio is designed to offer a better listening experience by tuning the audio and sound experience to your … [Read more...] about What is Personalised Spatial Audio for AirPods and how do you set it up?