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Auracast™ is a new wireless audio technology based on Bluetooth® LE Audio that enables one-to-many audio streaming. Unlike traditional Bluetooth, which requires pairing between devices, Auracast audio streaming allows users to listen to shared audio streams — like public announcements, TV in airports or theatres, conference audio, or music with friends, without needing to pair devices.
This guide explains how to connect your device to an Auracast broadcast using either the Oticon Companion app or, for Android devices with Bluetooth LE Audio, through device settings.
Oticon Companion hearing aids with Bluetooth® LE Audio support are compatible with Auracast technology.
Ensure you have the latest version of the Oticon Companion app.
Once you have downloaded the Oticon Companion app, you need to pair your hearing aids with your device.
The in-app Auracast broadcast assistant supports Android devices (Android 10 and later) and iOS devices (iOS 15.2 and later).
There are two ways you can connect to an Auracast broadcast using the Oticon Companion:
Broadcasts may be public or private. Tap your chosen broadcast (presented by its name). If the broadcast is password-protected, enter the right password.
Auracast broadcast works on select Android devices with Bluetooth LE Audio running Android OS 15 or above.
For compatibility details, visit oticon.ca/compatibility.
Note: Phone manufacturers may refer to Auracast broadcasts by different names; this guide uses the term audio stream for the remaining guide, as it is used by Google. The screenshots included are taken from a Google Pixel 9, other phones may display Auracast menus differently.
Broadcasts may be public or private. Tap your chosen broadcast (presented by its name). If the broadcast is password-protected, enter the right password.
To end your connection to a broadcast, simply swipe down and tap Disconnect in the Audio stream notification.
If you are unable to connect or find an Auracast broadcast, please go to the troubleshooting section in the last part of this guide.
Please note that Auracast broadcast audio is a new and emerging technology that is still developing and being rolled out globally across devices and manufacturers. As such, you may experience issues with the broadcast you are trying to connect to. You can try solving common connectivity issues with your hearing aids or Android device by following these steps when connecting to a broadcast:
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