OnePlus Buds Pro Updated With Dual Connection Feature to Help Pair With Two Devices via Bluetooth

OnePlus Buds Pro’s Dual Connection feature will also be available on non-Oneplus smartphones.

By David Delima | Updated: 12 January 2022 12:21 IST

OnePlus Buds Pro Updated With Dual Connection Feature to Help Pair With Two Devices via Bluetooth

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OnePlus Buds Pro will be able to switch between devices seamlessly based on where audio is playing

Highlights

OnePlus Buds Pro were launched in India in July 2021
OnePlus Buds Pro offer adaptive active noise cancellation
OnePlus Buds Pro can now connect to two devices at the same time

OnePlus Buds Pro have been updated with a new Dual Connection feature which will allow users to connect to more than one device at a time. The dual connection mode will allow the true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds to seamlessly switch between two connected devices, based on the audio source. OnePlus has revealed that the feature will be accessible on OnePlus handsets through the settings app, while users on other smartphones can also enable the feature via the HeyMelody app.

In a forum post, OnePlus explained that it was rolling out an OTA update (version 531.531.410) for the OnePlus Buds Pro TWS earbuds, which will add the new Dual Connection feature. The feature, which works in a similar fashion as Bluetooth multipoint, will allow seamless switching between connected devices. After installing the update, users will be able to connect their OnePlus Buds Pro to a laptop and their smartphone at the same time.

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According to the company, Dual Connection will allow OnePlus Buds Pro to seamlessly switch over to the device where audio is playing. A user will be able to keep track of notifications ringing on their phone, while also listening to music or watching a movie on their computer, OnePlus says. However, calls are prioritised higher than media, so the company says that OnePlus Buds Pro will switch over to the phone if a call is received.

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In order to enable the feature, users must first install the firmware update and check if they are on version 531.531.410. They can use their OnePlus smartphone to navigate to Settings > Bluetooth > tap the cogwheel next to OnePlus Buds Pro > select Headphones. This must be done after pairing with the second device, such as a laptop or tablet. OnePlus says that even OnePlus Buds Pro owners who do not use OnePlus smartphones can make use of the Dual Connection feature, via the HeyMelody companion app.

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OnePlus Buds Pro True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Earphones

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design / Comfort
Audio Quality
Battery Life
Value For Money

Good
Earpieces are comfortable and look good 
Pressure-sensitive controls work well 
Decent battery life 
Very good active noise cancellation 
Fun, energetic sound

Bad
Plain-looking charging case 
Some features only work with OnePlus smartphones 
Awkward ‘Smart’ mode for ANC

Read detailed OnePlus Buds Pro True Wireless Stereo (TWS) Earphones review

Colour Matte Black

Headphone Type In-Ear

Microphone Yes

Connectivity True Wireless Stereo (TWS)

Type Earphones

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