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Android gets Auracast support, allowing audio broadcasts to compatible hearing aids and earbuds

Auracast will work with a select number of Android devices

Google will also let users connect to broadcasts through QR codes on Pixel 9 devices, so you don't need to dig into your settings. Android 16 brings several user-facing features, including live updates, a Google Wallet shortcut, vertical text support, adaptive apps for large screens, and notification cooldowns. It also brings enhancements to camera and media apps, health and accessibility, security and privacy, and further Gemini AI integration.

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