Xbox Wireless Headset Gains Bluetooth LE Audio, Lower Latency, and Broadcast Preview

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Xbox Wireless Headset gets Bluetooth LE Audio, lower latency, better battery life, and a broadcast preview for Windows 11 insiders.

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Microsoft has released a firmware update for the Xbox Wireless Headset, introducing Bluetooth LE Audio support for compatible Windows 11 devices. The update brings lower latency thanks to the LC3 codec, improved battery life, and a preview of a broadcast audio feature for Windows 11 insiders.

The new firmware enables super wideband stereo audio, promising better in-game sound quality. The broadcast preview allows select users to share game audio with other Bluetooth devices, though details remain limited. The update is available for the 2024 version of the headset via the Xbox Accessories app on Xbox consoles or Windows 11 PCs.

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  • TPU
  • Xbox Wire