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AirFly’s wireless headphone dongle adds a screen to guide you through the pairing process
Publication: The Verge
Author: Andrew Liszewski
Source published: 27/10/2026, 13:00:00 UTC
Briefing created: 27/10/2026, 13:04:20 UTC
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Briefings
Twelve South released a new Airfly dongle featuring a built-in screen to simplify Bluetooth headphone pairing for devices lacking native support. The device displays step-by-step instructions in 24 languages, including Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Polish, starting at $79.99 with a carrying case and 3.5mm adapter. This innovation aims to reduce technical barriers for users connecting headphones to non-Bluetooth devices.
Key points
- Twelve South launched the Airfly View dongle with a built-in screen to guide users through Bluetooth pairing steps for devices without native support.
- The device supports 24 languages including Japanese, Arabic, Portuguese, and Polish, with a price of $79.99 and includes a carrying case and 3.5mm adapter.
Context
Twelve South is a consumer electronics company known for its wireless headphones and accessories. This product represents a new approach to solving the technical challenges of connecting headphones to various devices, potentially expanding the company's market reach beyond its core headphone line.
Limitations
Evidence covers only the product launch and features; no user testing data, sales figures, or long-term reliability metrics are provided. The 24 languages list is current as of the article date, and specific regional availability beyond Twelve South's market is unconfirmed.
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