bluetooth audio

  1. Windows 11 LE Audio: Stereo music with mic active, Buds benefit

    Microsoft’s push to bring Bluetooth LE Audio into Windows 11 finally closes a painful, decades‑old gap between high‑fidelity stereo playback and usable microphone audio on PCs — and owners of compatible Samsung Galaxy Buds models are among the first to see tangible benefits. Background Bluetooth...
  2. Windows 11 24H2: LE Audio with LC3, ISO, TMAP and Super Wideband Stereo

    Windows 11’s long‑running Bluetooth audio compromise has finally been addressed: with the 24H2 servicing update Microsoft has added proper Bluetooth LE Audio support and a new “super wideband stereo” streaming mode that allows compatible headsets to play full stereo media while their microphones...
  3. Microsoft 365 Copilot and Loop rollouts amid Windows 11 audio regression issues

    Microsoft is moving on two fronts this month: shipping a steady stream of Microsoft 365 enhancements — many driven by Copilot and Loop technologies — while quietly chasing a recurring set of audio regressions that have frustrated Windows 11 users since the 24H2 rollout. The company’s push to...
  4. Windows 11 24H2 LE Audio: Stereo Playback With Active Microphone

    Windows 11’s 24H2 servicing update finally removes a long-standing and deeply irritating trade-off for Bluetooth headset users: you no longer have to choose between pristine stereo audio for playback and intelligible voice when the headset microphone is active. Background / Overview For more...
  5. Windows 11 LE Audio: Stereo Sound with Clear Mic (Requires LE Audio Hardware)

    Microsoft’s longstanding Bluetooth audio headache — the moment your headset’s microphone opens and music or game sound collapses into muffled mono — just got a practical fix on Windows, but the real-world payoff depends on hardware and drivers lining up across the ecosystem. the Bluetooth...
  6. Windows 11: Super Wideband Stereo over LE Audio enables stereo with mic active

    Microsoft has quietly delivered one of the most consequential audio upgrades for PC users in years: Windows 11 now supports Super Wideband Stereo over Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio, allowing compatible headsets to play full‑fidelity stereo while their microphones are active — a change that...
  7. Windows 11 LE Audio Enables Stereo Playback Even When Microphone Is Active

    Microsoft has quietly removed one of Bluetooth’s longest‑running compromises on Windows PCs: with recent Windows 11 updates the OS now exposes Bluetooth LE Audio and a super‑wideband stereo path so compatible headsets can keep high‑fidelity stereo playback while their microphones are active...
  8. Windows 11 LE Audio: Stereo Bluetooth While Mic Is Active

    Microsoft has finally closed one of the most persistent UX gaps in PC audio: on supported Windows 11 systems, Bluetooth headsets can now deliver full stereo media audio while simultaneously using their built‑in microphone at super‑wideband quality, instead of collapsing to low‑fidelity, mono...
  9. LE Audio with LC3 in Windows 11: Simultaneous Stereo and Clear Voice

    Microsoft’s long-standing Bluetooth audio compromise — that moment when your stereo game audio collapses into muffled, mono “telephone” quality the instant you open the headset mic — is finally getting an architectural fix in Windows 11: LE Audio with the LC3 codec now enables simultaneous...
  10. Windows 11 LE Audio: Super Wideband Stereo unlocks true Bluetooth Spatial Audio

    Microsoft has quietly closed one of PC audio’s most persistent gaps: Windows 11 now supports super wideband stereo for Bluetooth LE Audio, letting compatible headsets deliver full stereo playback while the microphone is active — a change that promises clearer game chat, better voice calls, and...
  11. Windows 11 LE Audio: Super-Wideband Stereo Fixes Bluetooth Voice

    Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update brings a long‑awaited fix for muffled Bluetooth headset audio: support for Bluetooth LE Audio's super‑wideband stereo, letting game audio remain high‑fidelity while voice chat or calls run at a much higher sample rate than the old Hands‑Free Profile allowed...
  12. Windows 11's Share Audio: Seamless Multi-Device Sound Sharing Revolution

    The upcoming ability to play audio through multiple output devices simultaneously is poised to significantly enhance the Windows 11 user experience, addressing one of the community’s longest-standing feature requests and delivering a much-anticipated multimedia capability. For years, users have...
  13. Windows 11 Bluetooth Support: Profiles, Versions, and LE Audio Features

    Bluetooth technology has become an integral part of modern computing, enabling seamless wireless communication between devices. With the release of Windows 11, Microsoft has expanded its support for various Bluetooth versions and profiles, enhancing connectivity and functionality for users...
  14. Windows 11 Introduces Native Multi-Device Audio Sharing in Insider Builds

    The Windows 11 development pipeline has quietly introduced a capability that many users have asked for since the days of Windows XP: native audio sharing to multiple devices. Buried in a recent Insider Preview build, the “Shared Audio” feature appears ready to end years of workarounds...
  15. Windows 11 to Get Native Multi-Output Audio Sharing: What You Need to Know

    For years, Windows users have pined for the ability to send audio output to multiple devices simultaneously. From home entertainment setups to small office environments, the lack of native audio sharing in Windows has long been a quirk that forced even advanced users to seek out clunky...
  16. Windows 'Shared Audio' Feature: Revolutionizing Multi-Device Sound Output

    A quietly emerging capability may soon shift the way Windows users experience audio playback: a new, undocumented “Shared audio” feature has surfaced in the latest builds of the Windows Insider program, spotted first by the user phantomofearth on X (formerly Twitter). Screenshots reveal a new...
  17. Windows 11 24H2 Sound Issues: Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide

    Windows 11 24H2 Sound Issues: Expert Troubleshooting Guide The Windows 11 24H2 update has arrived with a host of new features and performance improvements. However, for some users, the update has brought an unexpected quirk: a complete loss of audio. Whether your speakers, headphones, or...
  18. How to Reduce Ads and Distractions in Windows 11: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Microsoft’s Windows 11 has brought a wealth of features and a refreshed interface—but with creativity sometimes comes clutter. If you’re noticing more ads, suggestions, and nudges for Microsoft services everywhere—from your Start menu to pop-up notifications—rest assured you’re not alone. In...
  19. Explore Windows 11 Version 24H2: Exciting Features & Updates

    Introduction Greetings Windows Insiders! We are excited to announce the availability of this year's annual feature update, Windows 11, version 24H2 (Build 26100.712), in the Release Preview Channel for a sneak peek before its full release later this year. New Features and Enhancements This...
  20. Windows 11 Build 22000.917: Key Performance & Security Updates for Insiders

    Hello WindowsForum.com members, Exciting news for Windows Insiders! Microsoft has just released Windows 11 Build 22000.917 (KB5016691) to the Release Preview Channel. Aimed at enhancing performance and security, this non-security update brings a wide range of quality improvements. Key...