LE Audio and Auracast™: Taking Audio Accessibility to the Next Level

Join us for an insightful discussion on how cutting-edge connectivity is revolutionizing hearing care through Bluetooth® LE Audio and Auracast™. Originally presented by Andrew Bellavia at the 2024 Australian College of Audiology conference on May 9th, this session delves into the transformative impact of these technologies on everyday listening experiences, enabling people to hear their best in various situations.

The conversation highlights the significant advantages of LE Audio and Auracast over current systems, emphasizing the benefits for both hearing care professionals and their patients. By addressing the shortcomings of Bluetooth Classic and showcasing the value of a standardized system, we provide a comprehensive understanding of the future of hearing technology.

The discussion also covers the broader implications of Auracast's deployment beyond traditional assistive listening systems, illustrating how it can enhance accessibility for people with hearing loss and others.

Resources:
*The Australian College of Audiology: https://www.acaud.com.au/
*Summary of hearing recall study: https://agemed.org/e-journal/age-mana...
*Full recall study (paywall): https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-4...
*Phonak study on acceptable streaming delay: https://www.phonakpro.com/content/dam...
*Intel innovation summit - hearing device connectivity with AI features:    • Intel Innovation Day 1 Keynote with C...  
*Bluetooth SIG and GN Resound live Auracast interviews at EUHA 2023:    • Auracast Demo: Accessibility & Audio ...  

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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 introduction
2:18 The benefits of streaming
5:13 Popularity of listening to spoken word audio
6:05 Internet meetings and hearing loss
6:32 Inability to hear well impedes recall
7:46 Bluetooth is a standard requiring qualification
8:54 Why Bluetooth was not suitable for hearing devices
10:37 Problems with proprietary connectivity systems
13:46 LE Audio & Auracast overview
15:55 Limits of acceptable latency
19:14 Real-world latency measurements
23:34 Effect of latency in large venues
25:14 Auracast tuning methods
27:57 Auracast live demo
30:38 Deployment on three tracks
34:14 Ecosystem expanding, products on market
35:53 Hearing device connectivity to Intel-based PCs
37:54 Advanced PC connectivity - live demo
40:09 Closing thoughts, Chuck Sabin of Bluetooth SIG

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