LE Audio is a new Bluetooth audio standard was developed by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group, SIG. The new audio standard features integration for various devices, as well as audio sharing capabilities. Audio Sharing was developed using a new system named 'broadcast audio,' which enables users to share audio with others.
LE Audio also differs from other formats, due to the fact that it was developed exclusively for Bluetooth audio. Additionally, the new audio standard relies on Low Complexity Communication Codec, or LC3, which will provide improved audio quality while reducing power needs.
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group indicated that LE Audio will be available to the public during the first half of 2020.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Multi-device Integration
- LE Audio's integration for various devices opens up opportunities for enhanced connectivity and seamless user experiences across multiple devices.
- Audio Sharing
- The 'broadcast audio' system in LE Audio enables audio sharing among users, presenting potential for new social audio experiences and collaborative content consumption.
- Improved Audio Quality and Efficiency
- LE Audio's use of LC3 promises enhanced audio quality while reducing power requirements, creating opportunities for longer battery life and better sound experiences.
Who This Affects Most
- Consumer Electronics
- LE Audio's multi-device integration and improved audio quality can drive innovation in the consumer electronics industry, fostering new products and features.
- Music Streaming
- The audio sharing capabilities of LE Audio open up possibilities for music streaming platforms to offer collaborative listening experiences, expanding their value proposition.
- Health and Fitness
- With improved audio quality and lower power requirements, LE Audio presents opportunities for enhanced audio-based health and fitness applications, such as coaching and guided workouts.
