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Android 16 Beta 3 achieves 'Platform Stability,' brings Auracast support


The update brings new accessibility features and more.

(Image credit: Derrek Lee / Android Central)Along with the above features, Google is finally bringing " Auracast" support to Pixels, which allows audio to be broadcast from one source to several others. For instance, people with hearing aids may miss out on important announcements that happen in public spaces like train stations or concerts due to extensive external noise. "To make access to streams convenient for all, we also partnered together on a QR code standard to connect to broadcasts without needing to go into your settings," the press release added.

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