SMART Technologies Launches SoundFlow, the First IFP-to-Device Audio Broadcasting System Bringing the Benefit of Auracast to the Classroom

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire SMART Technologies Launches SoundFlow, the First IFP-to-Device Audio Broadcasting System Bringing the Benefit of Auracast to the ClassroomAuthor of the article:New plug-and-play technology brings clear, accessible audio from the SMART Board directly to compatible hearing aids, earbuds, headphones and speakersTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountCALGARY, Alberta — SMART Technologies announced SoundFlow™, a new classroom audio accessibility solution that brings clearer, more flexible sound to everyday instruction. Using Auracast™ technology, SoundFlow creates a simple one-to-many audio broadcast from a SMART Board display to students’ compatible hearing aids, earbuds, headphones, personal listening devices or speakers. This gives students clearer, more equitable access to lesson audio from anywhere in the room. Beyond individual student devices, SoundFlow also enables install-free whole-classroom audio through plug-and-play Auracast™ speakers that can be positioned where needed and reconfigured to support a range of learning scenarios.Small gaps in hearing can lead to larger gaps in learning. Distance from the teacher, background noise and classroom acoustics can make instruction harder to follow especially for students who are Deaf or hard of hearing, neurodivergent learners, multilingual learners or any student who benefits from clearer audio. SoundFlow helps schools improve access to instruction without adding complexity: students can listen through compatible personal devices for a more individualized experience, while plug-and-play Auracast™ speakers can extend clear audio across the classroom without installation or fixed infrastructure. The result is a flexible, scalable solution that supports inclusive teaching practices, adapts to different learning scenarios and helps districts make classroom audio easier to deploy and manage.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againSoundFlow is a plug-and-play solution that connects by USB to compatible SMART Board displays running iQ4, with no wires to run through walls and no complex installation. From the familiar SMART iQ4 interface, teachers can start or stop a broadcast, manage access, password-protect the channel and limit the broadcast range without interrupting the lesson. When paired with SMART SoundLift, SMART’s classroom microphone system, SoundFlow combines the teacher’s voice and lesson audio from a SMART Board display in one clear stream delivered directly to students’ compatible devices.“Every student should be able to hear the lesson clearly, no matter where they sit or how they learn,” said Sara Murray, Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at SMART Technologies. “SoundFlow sends teacher and lesson audio straight to compatible student devices, without singling anyone out or adding complexity for teachers. It’s a simple way to make clearer, more accessible audio part of the everyday classroom experience.”To learn more about SMART SoundFlow, see compatible SMART Board displays or book a demo, visit go.smarttech.com/soundflow.SMART Technologies is a pioneering force in interactive technology solutions. Renowned for SMART Board interactive displays and comprehensive software offerings, the company creates engaging, inclusive and collaborative learning and working environments. Since 1987, SMART has developed connections for users worldwide, focusing on quality, innovation and inclusion.View source version on businesswire.com: This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.