Neowin News Feed for: Bluetooth

KB5084897: Windows 11 25H2, 24H2 get another emergency update for broken Bluetooth

Sayan Sen — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:14:01 +0000

Microsoft has released yet another OOB emergency update on Windows 11 25H2, 24H2 LTSC, this time it's to fix broken Bluetooth. Read more...

Windows 11 is finally getting shared Bluetooth audio support

Taras Buria — Sat, 01 Nov 2025 11:04:02 +0000

The ability to share audio to several headphones is finally coming to Windows 11, but there is a catch. Read more...

Bose drops amazing 43 percent price discount on its noise-canceling headphones

Paul Hill — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:18:01 +0000

If you're in the market for headphones, check out this limited-time deal on the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones and save 43%. Read more...

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Headphones are a great deal for audiophiles

Paul Hill — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:32:01 +0000

If you're in search of new headphones, check out these from Sennheiser. For a limited time, they are 33% off! Read more...

Microsoft is promising to make Bluetooth audio much better in Windows 11

Usama Jawad — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 07:38:01 +0000

Bluetooth audio support is set to receive a major upgrade in Windows 11 later this year, which means that you'll be able to hear consistently crisp audio while gaming or in a Teams call. Read more...

MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ smartphone chip offers 10km Bluetooth range

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:36:01 +0000

MediaTek has launched an upgraded flagship smartphone chip with a Bluetooth range 6.6 times that of Dimensity 9400. Read more...

Microsoft "confirms" it still won't let users update to Windows 11 24H2 due to audio bug

Sayan Sen — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 05:40:01 +0000

Microsoft has "confirmed" that an audio-related Windows 11 24H2 bug that was first opened in December of last year has not been resolved still. Read more...

Microsoft details Bluetooth LE audio requirements and support for Windows 11 and 10

Sayan Sen — Sat, 01 Feb 2025 21:10:01 +0000

Microsoft published detailed information about Bluetooth LE Audio support on Windows 11 and Windows 10. Read more...

Future Samsung Galaxy Buds might transmit audio over UWB instead of Bluetooth

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 07:28:01 +0000

Samsung has filed a patent for wireless earphones that will use ultra-wideband (UWB) for transmitting audio instead of Bluetooth. Read more...

Samsung officially confirms that the Galaxy S25 Ultra does not support Bluetooth S-Pen

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:04:01 +0000

After some confusion, Samsung settled the dust and confirmed that the Galaxy S25 Ultra doesn't support Bluetooth interactions even with a Bluetooth-equipped S-Pen. Read more...

Since the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's S-Pen goes basic, how to take photos remotely?

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:54:01 +0000

Samsung says not many users were using the air-gesture or remote shutter button options on the S-Pen, so they removed it in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Still, there are other ways to take photos remotely. Read more...

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's S-Pen may lose one key functionality

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:16:01 +0000

It is being tipped that the Galaxy S25 Ultra's S-Pen will be a downgrade compared to older models, but there is some good news about cameras. Read more...

Apple's in-house Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip reported to debut on next-gen Apple TV

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:46:01 +0000

Another report has fueled the fire about Apple's upcoming homemade Bluetooth and Wi-Fi chip. Apple might debut its in-house wireless chip on a couple of devices, including the next-gen Apple TV. Read more...

iPhone 17 may feature Apple's in-house Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:46:01 +0000

Apple reportedly plans to bring in-house Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips made by TSMC to next year's iPhone 17 series. Read more...

The FCC makes it mandatory for all smartphones sold in the U.S. to support hearing aids

Karthik Mudaliar — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 17:50:01 +0000

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has mandated all smartphones that will be sold in the United States must be compatible with hearing aids. Read more...

Review: So cheap, so good - The EasySMX X05 games controller offers multi-platform fun

Robbie Khan — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 07:00:01 +0000

EasySMX is back with something new aimed at those who don't want to break the bank, but also don't want to skimp out on quality and performance. The X05 seems to deliver these in spades. Read more...

Review: Edifier STAX Spirit S5. Probably the best closed-back Planar Magnetic headphones

Robbie Khan — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 23:00:02 +0000

Edifier are back for a 2024 STAX Spirit update. 2022's S3 had several technical issues that are now sorted with the S5 along with new features. Is the higher price justified? Read on to find out. Read more...

Moto Tag is Motorola's better-looking answer to Apple AirTags that works with Android

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:20:01 +0000

Motorola has officially launched its Apple AirTags competitor, the Moto Tag, which works with Android, and the new Google Find My Device network. It features Bluetooth and UWB for precision tracking. Read more...

Google's Find My Device network reportedly expanding outside US and Canada

Aditya Tiwari — Fri, 10 May 2024 00:14:02 +0000

Google is reportedly stretching its Find My Device network outside the US and Canada. Users from Japan and the UK posted on social media that they received the opt-in message to join the network. Read more...

A mysterious Google product with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and LTE connectivity spotted on FCC

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 05:54:01 +0000

A new Google device has popped up on the FCC with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and LTE but misses out on UWB or 5G. The device has the same steps to view the on-device FCC E-label as the Pixel Watch 2. Read more...

These Bluetooth trackers and headphones support Google's Find My Device network

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:12:02 +0000

Google has upgraded its Find My Device service to support offline tracking of Android devices and Bluetooth accessories. These are the devices compatible with the Find My Device network. Read more...

Google confirms its powered-off device tracking will come to other Android phones

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:46:01 +0000

Google is working to bring Find My Device tracking to other Android devices when they have a dead battery or are powered off. The functionality is already available on Google's Pixel 8 series. Read more...

GameSir Nova Review: a controller with hall effect sticks, 250Hz Bluetooth & A+ calibration

Robbie Khan — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 07:00:01 +0000

Hot on the tails of competing controllers, GameSir's Nova and Nova Lite offer excellent value for money in a premium look and feel package without cutting corners on the specifications. Read more...

Magnets, how do they work?! The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S3 Planar Magnetic headphones review

Robbie Khan — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 16:16:01 +0000

Wireless headphones that sound good, look good and offer battery life that few can match. The S3 seems impressive on paper, but does that impression carry over into reality? Let's take a closer look. Read more...

Samsung brings Bluetooth audio broadcast to older Galaxy devices

Aditya Tiwari — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 12:06:01 +0000

Samsung will let you share audio to multiple supported earbuds using older Galaxy smartphones and tablets. The functionality is already supported on Galaxy S24 and requires One UI 6.1 update. Read more...

Windows 11 to get improved Bluetooth device discoverability

Taras Buria — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 21:36:01 +0000

Microsoft will soon change how Bluetooth device discoverability works in Windows 11. Build 26052, which was released this week, now lets you scan for any Bluetooth device, including uncommon types. Read more...

Apple Vision Pro doesn't support Bluetooth mice

Aditya Tiwari — Sun, 04 Feb 2024 11:34:01 +0000

Apple Vision Pro doesn't offer support for Bluetooth mice, the company says. However, the headset still works with a variety of Bluetooth accessories, including controllers and hearing devices. Read more...

Apple pushes Magic Keyboard security update to fix Bluetooth vulnerability

Aditya Tiwari — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 17:44:01 +0000

Apple has released a security update to address a Bluetooth-related vulnerability affecting various Magic Keyboard models. The vulnerability allowed an attacker to monitor Bluetooth traffic. Read more...

Apple quietly updated 13-inch M2 MacBook Air specs with Bluetooth 5.3

Aditya Tiwari — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 19:06:01 +0000

Apple has silently updated the internals of its 13-inch M2 MacBook Air. The machine now comes with Bluetooth 5.3 out-of-the-box which brings it in line with other MacBooks in Apple's lineup. Read more...

Apple and Google put down their fists and join together to combat unwanted wireless tracking

John Callaham — Tue, 02 May 2023 14:16:01 +0000

Apple and Google have created a joint specification that will work across iOS and Android devices to let Bluetooth tracking devices allow for unauthorized tracking detection alerts. Read more...

Motorola's latest gadget enables satellite messaging on any smartphone

Aditya Tiwari — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:24:01 +0000

If you want satellite communication on your existing smartphone, your wait has finally ended. Motorola's Bluetooth-powered dongle lets you send text messages via satellite in areas with no network. Read more...

Here's how you can turn your Stadia controller into a Bluetooth controller

Justin Luna — Wed, 18 Jan 2023 08:42:01 +0000

Google has released an update tool that allows Stadia controllers to connect to other devices via Bluetooth. This development is in line with the discontinuation of the company's cloud gaming service. Read more...

Save 35% off the Ninja Dragon Z10 Color Changing Bluetooth Headphones

Neowin Deals — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 18:00:01 +0000

With today's highlighted deal, immerse to high-quality music with these wireless headphones powerful bass, mp3 function, and more while saving $24 off the retail cost with Neowin Deals! Read more...

Apple sued by two women alleging AirTags were used to stalk them

Justin Luna — Wed, 07 Dec 2022 04:32:01 +0000

Two women are suing Apple over their exes' use of AirTags to spy on them. Their lawsuit states that the company failed to implement effective safeguards to prevent people from using AirTags to stalk. Read more...

Save 71% off the Little Wonder Solo Stereo Multi Connect Bluetooth Speaker

Steven Parker — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 18:00:01 +0000

With today's highlighted deal, you can Enjoy up to four hours of continuous music anywhere with this sleek, portable Bluetooth speaker that fits in the palm of your hand. Now over $45 off! Read more...

Latest Windows 10 builds (KB5011543) fix critical BSOD bug arising from Bluetooth

Sayan Sen — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 17:01:27 +0000

Microsoft has issued an important fix for a critical Bluetooth bug that was causing blue screens of death (BSODs) on Windows 10. The fix was released via the newest Windows 10 builds under KB5011543. Read more...

Closer Look: Bluetooth Quick Settings in Windows 11 Dev Channel

Usama Jawad — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:16:01 +0000

Microsoft has introduced some nifty enhancements to Quick Settings in the Windows 11 Taskbar. They became available in build 22563 and will likely be welcomed by people who use Bluetooth devices. Read more...

You will soon be able to control your Teams call through a Bluetooth headset

Usama Jawad — Sun, 13 Feb 2022 06:34:01 +0000

Microsoft is working on implementing a new feature in the Teams desktop client, which will allow you to answer, end, and hold calls directly through your Bluetooth headset on supported hardware. Read more...

Sony's WF-C500 True Wireless Earbuds are under $60 today only

Steven Parker — Tue, 21 Dec 2021 22:16:01 +0000

For today only, you can grab these true wireless earbuds at 41% off today in Amazon's Deal of the Day, but you'll have to hurry as this low price will only be good until midnight PST. Read more...

Save 28% off on this Blade Bone Conduction Speaker

Neowin Deals — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 18:00:01 +0000

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