Pixel 9 owners can now stream Auracast Bluetooth audio directly to their hearing devices
Google is improving accessibility on Pixel 9 by adding Auracast support.
- Google is adding Auracast support to Android.
- Users will be able to connect directly from hearing aids to audio broadcasts.
- Pixel 9 devices will be able to connect to broadcasts through QR codes.
During Samsung’s Unpacked event back in January, it was announced that Galaxy S25 devices would get LE Audio compatibility. LE Audio is a type of Bluetooth that enables low-energy connections and brings support for things like Auracast and hearing aids. Although LE Audio debuted on Galaxy phones, it was said the feature would eventually expand to the Pixel 9 series with the Android 16 beta. Now the feature is finally arriving on Google’s latest flagship.
Along with the release of the third beta of Android 16, Google has launched support for Auracast on the Pixel 9. These owners will now be able to connect their LE audio-compatible hearing aids to their phones to tap into Auracast broadcasts from compatible TV streamers or public venues.
