Opera Aura vs. Opera Plus
Both are wireless TV headphone systems, but they use different wireless technologies and are designed for different listening needs.
Opera Plus uses a 2.4 GHz wireless connection and supports up to two headphone receivers. Opera Aura uses Auracast with the LC3 codec, allowing multiple compatible Auracast receivers to listen to the same TV audio.
At a Glance
Auracast System
Designed for flexible multi-listener TV audio and compatible Auracast listening devices.
- Wireless: LE Auracast
- Additional listeners: Multiple compatible Auracast receivers
- Phone connection: Bluetooth + Auracast dual-mode
- Hearing aids: Compatible Auracast-enabled hearing aids supported
- Playtime: Up to 35 hours
2.4 GHz System
A traditional dedicated TV headphone system for one or two headphone receivers.
- Wireless: 2.4 GHz connection to transmitter
- Additional listeners: Up to two headphone receivers
- TV listening: Dedicated transmitter connection
- Auracast hearing aids: Not supported through the 2.4 GHz transmitter
- Playtime: Up to 20 hours
Key Differences
| Feature | Opera Aura | Opera Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Technology | LE Auracast | 2.4 GHz wireless |
| Additional Headphones | Multiple compatible Auracast receivers | Up to 2 headphone receivers |
| Bluetooth + TV Audio | Supports Auracast and Bluetooth dual-mode operation | Not the same dual-mode Auracast system |
| Auracast Hearing Aids | Supported with compatible Auracast-enabled hearing aids | Not supported through the 2.4 GHz transmitter |
| TV Audio Latency | About 50 ms | About 30 ms |
| Headphone Playtime | Up to 35 hours | Up to 20 hours |
Wireless Technology & Number of Receivers
Opera Plus uses a 2.4 GHz transmitter and supports up to two headphone receivers.
Opera Aura uses Auracast with the LC3 codec, making it possible for multiple compatible Auracast receivers to listen to the same broadcast.
Best advantage: easier multi-listener expansionAuracast + Bluetooth Dual-Mode
Opera Aura headphones can stay connected to the TV's Auracast audio while also being paired with a Bluetooth device such as a phone, tablet, or computer.
Auracast Hearing Aid Support
The Opera Aura transmitter can work with compatible Auracast-enabled hearing aids.
The transmitter has separate listening modes for the Opera Aura headphones and compatible Auracast hearing aids.
Headphone mode and Hearing Aid mode are selected separatelyLC3 Codec & Battery Life
Opera Aura uses the LC3 codec for Auracast audio. LC3 is designed for efficient audio transmission with lower power consumption.
Opera Aura headphones provide up to 35 hours of playback, compared with up to 20 hours for Opera Plus.
Which One Fits Your Needs?
Choose Opera Aura if you want:
- Multiple compatible Auracast listeners
- Auracast-enabled hearing aid support
- Bluetooth and Auracast dual-mode listening
- Longer headphone battery life
- A more expandable Auracast system
Choose Opera Plus if you want:
- A traditional dedicated TV headphone system
- One or two headphone receivers
- A 2.4 GHz transmitter connection
- Lower TV audio latency
What is Auracast?
Auracast is a Bluetooth broadcast audio technology that allows one transmitter to send audio to multiple compatible Auracast receivers.
With Opera Aura, this can include compatible Auracast headphones and Auracast-enabled hearing aids.
Can Regular Bluetooth Headphones Join the Opera Aura TV Broadcast?
No. The Opera Aura transmitter broadcasts TV audio using Auracast. Additional listening devices must support compatible Auracast reception.
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