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- 1Bose begins rolling out Auracast support to its headphones●Bose starts adding Auracast to its headphones https://www.theverge.com/tech/1001522/bose-headphones-get-auracast-support
Bose has started adding Auracast support to its headphones, bringing Bluetooth LE Audio's broadcast feature to its audio lineup. The update will let users connect to public audio streams in places like airports, gyms and cinemas, and share audio with multiple listeners. The news is being shared among tech and audio enthusiasts following coverage of the announcement.
- 2Bose rolls out Bluetooth LE Audio update for QuietComfort Ultra Gen 2●A new firmware update for the $449 Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Gen 2 adds support for Bluetooth LE Audio and Aura
Bose has released a new firmware update for its $449 QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Gen 2, adding beta support for Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast. The flagship headphones are the first in Bose's lineup to gain Auracast, the audio-sharing technology that lets one device broadcast to multiple receivers, and the company plans to extend it to more products. Owners are testing the beta features now.
- 3Samsung Galaxy SmartTag3 Offers Only Limited iPhone Support▼Samsung Galaxy SmartTag3: iPhone Support Has Key Limits
Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag3 tracker is reported to have significant limitations when used with iPhones, meaning key features are restricted for Apple users. Coverage highlights that the device remains primarily designed for Samsung's own Galaxy ecosystem, with iPhone owners unable to access its full range of tracking functions.
- 4Samsung Galaxy SmartTag3 Doubles as Pet Activity Monitor●Samsung Galaxy SmartTag3 Doubles as a Pet Activity Monitor for $29.99
Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag3 is being highlighted as more than a Bluetooth tracker: for $29.99, it can also serve as a pet activity monitor, letting owners keep tabs on their animals' movements and daily behavior. The budget-friendly dual use is drawing attention among gadget shoppers looking for affordable ways to track pets without buying dedicated monitoring hardware.
- 5Whoop Users Turn to Local Apps to Avoid Subscription Fees●Whoop Users Ditch Subscription with Local Bluetooth Apps
Wearable maker Whoop is facing a wave of user frustration as owners switch to third-party local Bluetooth applications that pull fitness data straight from the band without requiring the company's paid membership. The move lets users keep using their hardware while bypassing subscription costs, and the workaround is spreading quickly among fitness tracker communities. Supporters call it a win for device ownership; critics note it may breach terms of service.
- 6Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag3 to track items across Galaxy and iPhone▼Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag3 Tracks Items Across Galaxy and iPhone
Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy SmartTag3, a Bluetooth item tracker that reportedly works across both Galaxy devices and iPhones. The cross-platform support would mark a notable shift for Samsung's tracking ecosystem, which has traditionally been limited to Galaxy smartphones, putting it in more direct competition with Apple's AirTag and other findable-item trackers.
- 7Samsung Launches Galaxy SmartTag 3 With iPhone Support▼Samsung Unveils Galaxy SmartTag 3 With IPhone Support
Samsung has introduced the Galaxy SmartTag 3, a Bluetooth item tracker that for the first time works with Apple's iPhone as well as Samsung Galaxy devices. The move opens Samsung's tracking ecosystem to a much broader user base and puts the SmartTag in direct competition with Apple's AirTag and other trackers. Details on pricing and availability are limited so far.
- 8GSConnect now works with iPhone, Linux users report▼The Bluetooth is terrible, but that's probably # kaiT2en . But # GSConnect actually works on my # iphone now, which is a
A Linux user reports that GSConnect, the open-source KDE Connect integration for GNOME, is now working with an iPhone, calling it a miracle despite ongoing Bluetooth problems attributed to a headset or device. The overall experience is described as a mixed bag, with free and open-source software communities discussing improved iOS compatibility and remaining wireless connection issues.
- 9Elecom launches ultra-light 174g wireless gaming headset▼https://www. wacoca.com/games/1473053/ エレコム、約174gの超軽量ワイヤレスゲーミングヘッドセット『HS-GH60OBK』を発売！ 2.4GHzとBluetoothに対応 | AppBank # #
Elecom has released the HS-GH60OBK, a wireless gaming headset weighing about 174 grams that supports both 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connections. The ultra-lightweight design is being highlighted for gamers seeking comfort during long sessions, and the release is being covered across Japanese gaming and gadget news outlets.