Samsung Eyes High-Resolution Wireless Earphones with UWB Tech

Posted on 3rd February, 2025
Samsung Eyes High-Resolution Wireless Earphones with UWB Tech

Samsung may be preparing to revolutionise wireless audio with a new patent suggesting the use of Ultra-Wideband (UWB) in its upcoming earphones.

The patent outlines a hybrid approach where Bluetooth establishes the initial connection while UWB handles data transmission—potentially unlocking high-resolution audio streaming beyond Bluetooth’s traditional limitations.
According to the details lodged, Samsung’s approach involves a multi-step connection process. The source device, a smartphone or tablet, initially pairs with the master earphone via Bluetooth. After establishing the connection, the source device activates a secondary UWB link to the master earphone. Once complete, the master earphones are connected to the secondary earphones using UWB. The source device then streams high-bandwidth audio data over UWB to the master earphone, which subsequently relays it to the secondary earphone. Once the data transfer begins, Bluetooth is no longer needed, leaving UWB to do the heavy lifting.



UWB is emerging as a game-changer in wireless audio for several reasons. When we compare it, Bluetooth UWB offers a much wider bandwidth for data capacity, which is much more suited to the demands of lossless audio transmission. It is theoretically better at minimising wireless interference even in crowded environments. Claimed testing of UWB suggests that it can use power more efficiently, helping to reduce energy consumption when handling data transfers. If that’s not enough, it appears that UWB can coexist with Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and other wireless protocols without causing signal degradation.



Samsung is not the only company investigating UWB’s potential for audio applications. Other industry players, including PSB Speakers, Sonical, and MQA, are also developing UWB-enabled headphones, reflecting perhaps a broader movement toward adopting this technology in high-fidelity wireless audio. Many modern smartphones—including Samsung’s own Galaxy devices, Google’s Pixels, and Apple’s iPhones—already support UWB, making the technology a viable next step for wireless audio.



Bluetooth has long been the default standard for wireless audio transmission. While improvements in codecs like aptX Adaptive, LDAC, and LC3 have enhanced sound quality and efficiency, they still struggle with bandwidth limitations that prevent truly lossless audio streaming. This has prompted manufacturers to explore new solutions to meet the growing demand for uncompromised high-resolution sound.

Samsung’s patent suggests that UWB could be the breakthrough that bridges the gap between wireless convenience and high-fidelity performance. The real question now is when—and if—we’ll see UWB-powered earphones hit the market. As always, we’ll watch closely to see if Samsung can turn this promising technology into a commercial reality.

Stay tuned for further updates on what could be the next big leap in wireless audio!

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Jason Sexton

Joining StereoNET in 2025 as Deputy Editor, Australia & New Zealand, Jason’s decades of experience comes from a marketing, brand development, and communications background. More recently, a decade in specialist retail has armed him with the knowledge required to deliver the right information to a captive and curious audience.

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