In Windows, audio routing feels like an afterthought. To change your audio output, you must click the tiny sound output icon ...

Bluetooth Low Energy Audio (LE Audio) was introduced to stream audio using Bluetooth’s low energy. With the help of TMAP, or Telephony and Media Audio Profile, it does a really good job of enhancing ...

Microsoft has confirmed that the January 2025 Windows security updates are breaking audio playback on some systems with external DACs (digital-to-analog converters). DACs are commonly used at home, in ...

Audio not working on laptop? Learn why your laptop audio is not working and how to quickly fix sound issues for smooth audio experience ...

Microsoft introduced Bluetooth LE (low energy) audio support with Windows 11 22H2 KB5026446 (Build 22621.1778), also known as the Moment 3, in May 2023. The release notes stated: This update adds ...

The 5.1 Surround audio in Windows allows the computer to fire the audio from front left, front right, center, rear left, rear right, and a subwoofer simultaneously. Even though this enhances the audio ...

To listen to Hi-Res audio on Windows, you’ll need compatible audio files (like FLAC or DSD), a Hi-Res-capable output device (preferably wired), updated audio drivers, and a player like AIMP or ...

Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 Insider Preview build has unexpectedly brought back the Windows Vista startup sound, replacing the usual Windows 11 chime. The best part of this release is that it ...

Bluetooth, a short-range wireless communication system, has been around for so long that we expect every PC and accompanying peripheral to support it without fuss or bother. However, for transmitting ...

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from ...