Article ID: 000088156 Content Type: Product Information & Documentation Last Reviewed: 10/26/2023

Why is the Bluetooth Speaker Recognized as a Headset in Windows*?

Environment

Windows® 10 family

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Summary

Explanation of how Windows displays the type of Bluetooth audio devices

Description

Bluetooth speaker is recognized as a headset in Windows sound settings

Resolution

Windows displays the type of the audio device based on the Bluetooth HID (Human Interface Devices) protocol type.

  • Some of the Bluetooth speakers have built-in microphones and will be recognized as a headset.
  • Some of the Bluetooth speakers don't have built-in microphones and will be recognized as a speaker or a headphone.

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