The hype on this device makes it sound like a wireless hub. The first time I checked the site it implied it only broadcast iPhone Bluetooth. This sounds like it works with any audio signal but still isn't clear if it is wired or will rebroadcast a Bluetooth signal.
They claim 1000 foot range or three walls. My 30 foot devices can handle two and sometimes three walls. Is the open range really 1000 foot? Also, can I use voice control on my iPhone or other device from 100 feet away? I haven't found any thing on their site to answer these questions. If anyone has more information I would be interested. Thanks Tony -----Original Message----- From: Pc-audio [mailto:pc-audio-boun...@pc-audio.org] On Behalf Of Mary Otten Sent: Tuesday, October 11, 2016 9:37 AM To: pc-audio@pc-audio.org Subject: Cassia Hub handles multi-room audio with any Bluetooth speakers This could be an interesting device for people who don't use airplay, and don't have the big bucks to spend on a full Sonos system. Mary Cassia Hub handles multi-room audio with any Bluetooth speakers TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog We first met the Cassia Hub back at CES, a device that offered the similar connectivity to a WiFi router but for Bluetooth. Now the company is announcing a new feature that will allow owners of that Bluetooth "router" a way to connect their wireless speakers for multi-room audio. The new tool is called BlueStream and it works with any Bluetooth speakers alongside the company's Hub. Once your speakers are connected to Cassia's Hub, you can stream music from the likes of Apple Music, Spotify and other sources just like you would to a single wireless unit, only now the audio is sent to multiple devices. Instead of connecting to one of the speakers, you link your phone, tablet or even an Amazon Echo to the Hub to play tunes. The BlueStream feature will be available as a firmware update to existing Cassia Hub owners. If you haven't nabbed one yet, the Bluetooth device will set you back $150. And if you require speakers to make use of that new tool, Cassia has a 360-degree model for $80. Original Article: https://www.engadget.com/2016/10/11/cassia-hub-bluestream-multi-room-audio-b luetooth/ Sent from my iPhone
