Google has introduced native support for the LHDCv5 Bluetooth codec in the latest Android update, allowing Pixel users to access higher-fidelity wireless audio through compatible headphones and earbuds.
Key Points
- The LHDCv5 codec provides higher bitrates than standard SBC and AAC Bluetooth options.
- Pixel devices previously relied on LDAC, which caused compatibility issues with non-supporting hardware.
- Users must manually enable the codec within the Android Developer Options menu.
- The LHDCv5 selection only appears in settings when a compatible audio device is actively connected.
- This update expands high-resolution audio support for users beyond the existing LDAC ecosystem.