April 29, 2024, 4:53 am | Read time: 3 minutes
There are various ways to use two Bluetooth headphones on one device simultaneously. This allows you to listen to music together without sharing your headphones.
Whether it’s discovering new songs together or sharing favorite albums, music accompanies us through daily life and often becomes a connecting element between us and our loved ones. However, sharing headphones can sometimes be inconvenient and limit the listening experience. With Bluetooth, you can use two headphones on one device.
Sharing Music on Samsung Smartphones
Samsung smartphones offer a handy feature called “Dual Audio,” which allows you to connect two Bluetooth headphones to your device simultaneously and play the same audio source on both headphones, according to Damian Meier from CHIP magazine. You can check if your device supports this feature in the device settings under the connections or Bluetooth section.
First, you need to pair the two Bluetooth headphones with the smartphone via Settings>Connections>Bluetooth. Then, you can set the audio output in the settings, Meier says. Navigate to “Media” and pull down the screen to reach this point. There, you can activate both headphones by checking the box.
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Audio Sharing for iPhone Users
Owners of Apple devices with iOS 13 or later can use “Audio Sharing” to connect multiple Bluetooth headphones. According to Meier, this feature is compatible with AirPods, AirPods Pro, and Beats.
To activate Audio Sharing, first connect the first Bluetooth headphone to your Apple device. Then open the Control Center on your iPhone or iPad and tap the AirPlay icon.
Then select the “Share Audio” option and hold the second headphones (AirPods, AirPods Pro, or Beats) with the charging case open near your device, Meier says. Click “Share Audio” when the second Bluetooth headphone appears. Once both devices are connected, you can enjoy your favorite music with your friends.
Connecting Two Headphones via Bluetooth Splitter
Even without the dual audio feature on your Android smartphone, you can use a Bluetooth splitter to listen to music with two Bluetooth headphones simultaneously. This handy accessory is compatible not only with smartphones but also with other devices such as TVs or consoles.
First, connect the Bluetooth splitter to your playback device. Then connect the first headphone to the splitter and subsequently the second one. You can now hear the same sound on both headphones. When using a Bluetooth splitter, ensure that your playback device has the appropriate port for the splitter.
With material from dpa