M3 Pro MB Pro, Audio delay/lag with bluetooth speaker

I see from other posts that I am not the only one who is experiencing audio delay when playing audio/video through an external speaker using a browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.)


Considering it is a task computers were able to handle this for decades and the MB Pro M3 Pro is supposed to be top of the line, I am shocked.


I see that that problem even exists the the HomePod speakers, so staying in the Apple ecosystem will also not help.


I recently switch to MacOS and I am just lost for words, how basic things like connecting an external monitor(scaling issues without 3rd party software) or using a bluetooth speaker(audio delay) end up in endless frustration without any fix.

MacBook Pro 14″, macOS 14.5

Posted on May 31, 2024 4:04 AM

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May 31, 2024 8:28 AM in response to jeremias210

Why do I have difficulty with Wi-Fi or Bluetooth devices when USB 3 devices are attached to my computer?

Some USB 3 devices can generate radio frequency interference that can cause Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices operating in the 2.4GHz band to have issues communicating with your computer. Here are some tips to avoid this issue:

• If your USB device has a cable long enough that you can move the device, place it away from your Mac—and make sure not to place it behind your Mac, or near the hinge of its display. The antennas for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are located there, and USB 3 devices placed there might interfere with your wireless connections.

• If you're using adapters or dongles on a Mac computer with Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, plug them into the front port on the left side of your Mac, or into the ports on the right side (if your computer has them). These ports are the farthest away from the antennas, making interference less likely.

• To avoid interference on the 2.4GHz band using Wi-Fi, try using the 5GHz band instead. You can change this on your wireless base station. Bluetooth always uses 2.4GHz, so this alternative isn't available for Bluetooth.

from:

About USB on Mac computers - Apple Support

Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference

Resolve Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues caused by wireless interference - Apple Support



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