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Compact USB-C dongle enhancing wireless audio with aptX Adaptive and Lossless codecs.
Supports Hi-Res Audio streaming up to 24-bit/96kHz and Auracast™ multi-streaming.
Features low-latency mode (30ms) for gaming and improved call clarity.
Sennheiser has introduced the BTD 700, a compact Bluetooth USB-C dongle designed to redefine audio quality for wireless headphones. Priced at €49.90/£44.99 (approximately $60), this device aims to bridge gaps in audio performance across laptops, tablets, and smartphones by enabling advanced codecs like aptX Adaptive and aptX Lossless, often absent in native Bluetooth modules found in many devices. Compact in form, the dongle measures just 24mm in length, weighs a mere 2.2g, and includes a USB-A adapter for broader compatibility with older hardware.
Equipped with Bluetooth 5.4, the BTD 700 supports Hi-Res Audio streaming up to 24-bit/96kHz, ensuring an immersive listening experience. Additionally, it incorporates Qualcomm's advanced codecs to deliver richer, lossless sound clarity. The unit also introduces Auracast™ multi-streaming, allowing multiple headphones or speakers to connect simultaneously, ideal for shared listening scenarios. Its plug-and-play functionality eliminates setup complexities, making it straightforward to enhance audio quality across Android, iOS, Windows, and macOS systems.
Gamers will appreciate the dongle’s low-latency mode, which reduces lag to as little as 30ms, achieving precise audio-video synchronization—a critical feature for undisturbed gaming and streaming. Sennheiser also touts its effectiveness in improving the clarity of calls and voice chats, an element that adds to its versatility across professional meetings and casual conversations.
Notably, Apple users may find this dongle particularly appealing, as Apple’s devices have yet to adopt aptX codecs natively. The BTD 700 provides a meaningful upgrade for iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks, effectively bypassing native limitations to deliver enhanced audio. Combined with the convenience of a lightweight and portable design, it makes for an on-the-go solution tailored to audiophiles seeking uncompromised sound wherever they are.
The BTD 700 demonstrates Sennheiser's commitment to elevating wireless audio performance, offering practicality and high-end features at an accessible price point. This thoughtful addition to their lineup ensures users can extract the full potential from their premium headphones without being constrained by the limitations of native Bluetooth hardware. It’s available now on Sennheiser’s website and standard retail channels.
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