Expect that the corresponding content will increase more.
A new feature spatial audio for AirPods Pro announced at WWDC 2020.This feature supports not only AirPods Pro, but also AIRPODS MAX released last year, giving a new music experience.
However, what kind of features have you ever tried spatial audio?You may have always been wondering.So, this time, let's review the functions and usage of spatial audio, which is not an exaggeration to say that the movie experience will change.
What is a spatial audio in the first place?
A spatial audio is a function that AIRPODS PRO or AirPods Max reproduces the surround experience as in a movie theater.You can have an experience that you can hear.Also, Dolby Atmos (Dolby Atmos), 5.1ch, 7.It is a great feature that can enjoy movies and dramas more than ever because it supports 1ch surround.
To turn on a spatial audio, tap "Set"> "Bluetooth" from the iPhone or iPad with AirPods Pro or AirPods Max on your ears.When the connected AirPods is displayed in the list, tap the I button and turn on "Spatial Audio".
(If AirPods is connected, open the control center and press and hold the volume adjustment button to display the "Spatial Audio" button at the lower right, so you can turn it on from there.)
Let's check the compatible device in advance
It is easy to set a spatial audio, but please note that this function cannot be used unless the iPhone or iPad is compatible even if you have AirPods Pro or AirPods Max.
The iPhone and iPad corresponding to spatial audio are the following models.
・ IPhone 7 or later
・ IPAD 6th generation or later
・ IPad Pro 3rd generation or later
・ IPad Air 4th generation or later
・ IPad mini 5th generation or later
Surely everyone will want to enjoy movies and dramas on a big screen, so in the next update, Apple TV would be happy if you could support spatial audio ... (not currently supported).
The content that supports spatial audio is still a part
If you turn on the spatial audio, you need to look for the corresponding content next time (although you can only try it in Japan in Japan, Netflix will be compatible with spatial audio the other day.There was a story about it ...).
When watching a movie rented or purchased on iTunes using a spatial audio, check the outline column written under the title in advance.Depending on the movie, in addition to the corresponding image quality (4K or Dolby Vison), Dolby Atmos and 5.1ch, 7.The audio environment such as 1ch is clearly specified, so if you check it in advance, you can enjoy the movie to the fullest.
A new music experience spatial audio developed by Apple.In the future, I would be glad if you could support not only movies and dramas, but also live videos and games!
