Auracast in 2025–2026 (II): Real-World Testing and What’s Next
Previously, we looked at how hearing aid brands are preparing for Auracast. Now, let’s shift to real-world demonstrations and see where Auracast is already live.
Testing Across Hearing Aids
At the Bluetooth UPF in San Francisco, transmitters such as Voyager (long range), C82 Aura (USB-C), and Audikast 4 (TV-friendly) were demonstrated across devices from every major hearing aid company.
Results reflected strong cross-brand interoperability:
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WSA (Signia, Widex, Rexton, Philips Hearing Solutions, Miracle-Ear)
✔️ Joined broadcasts quickly, smooth audio. -
Sonova (Phonak, Unitron, Hansaton)
✔️ Reliable detection and strong playback. -
Demant (Oticon, Bernafon, Philips Hearing Solutions)
✔️ Consistent compatibility, stable streams. -
GN Group (ReSound, Beltone, Jabra)
✔️ Seamless connection; already ahead in adoption. -
Starkey (Edge AI)
✔️ Worked well via Android / Google phone Auracast scan, no special app required. -
Cochlear (Nucleus processors, with ReSound partnership)
✔️ Successfully received streams, aligning with GN ecosystem.
Overall: Devices detected and joined quickly, with stable, low-latency audio quality across brands. These results underscore that Auracast is real and cross-brand ready.
Venues Already Using Auracast
Auracast deployments are emerging in the real world:
- St Paul’s Cathedral, London
- Sydney Opera House, Australia
- Blackfriars Theatre, Rochester, NY
Adoption in the UK is moving quickly, with installations in cathedrals, schools, and community centers.
Practical Tips
- Buying a phone? Choose a recent Android model — Auracast is supported now.
- Choosing hearing aids? Ask your audiologist about Auracast timelines.
- Running a venue? Install an Auracast transmitter today to future-proof your system.
Explore Avantree’s Auracast & LE Audio Products:
C82 Aura · DG60 Aura · Voyager · Oasis Aura · Orbit Aura (coming soon) · AuraGo · AuraClip · AuraDot (coming soon) · AuraView (coming soon) · Crescendo 3D · Opera Aura · Aura Loop (4817 Kit) · Aura Focus · Harmony A1 · ShareCast · SP009 Dome speakers (coming soon) · TC610 “Oscar” (coming soon)
