Windows 11 revolutionizes audio sharing with simultaneous dual headset connectivity

Windows 11 is introducing a new feature that allows users to share audio across two pairs of wireless headphones, speakers, earbuds, or hearing aids. This innovative feature utilizes the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) audio codec and is currently in preview for Windows 11 Insiders in the Dev and Beta channels.

Shared audio can be incredibly useful when watching a movie with a friend or family member on a laptop or when sharing music. Users can simply connect Bluetooth LE-supported devices to their Windows 11 PC and access the “Shared audio (preview)” button in the quick settings menu to start using this feature.

Currently, shared audio in Windows 11 is only compatible with select Copilot Plus PCs, including the 13.8 and 15-inch Surface Laptops, as well as the 13-inch Surface Pro. However, it will soon be available on other devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Book5 360, Galaxy Book5 Pro, and more. To use this feature, users will need devices that support Bluetooth LE, such as the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro, Buds 3, Buds 3 Pro, and the Sony WH-1000XM6 wireless headphones.