Sennheiser RS 275 TV Headphones bundle ZDNET's key takeaways The RS 275 TV Headphones bundle is available for $300.
The BTA1 transmitter offers endless Auracast flexibility, provided you have a compatible smartphone.
The HDR 275 headphones provide an Auracast gateway for iOS users, but their tight fit is a turn-off. View now at Sennheiser
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Sennheiser's latest release might not be what I expected from the company this year, but it's everything I didn't know I needed. The RS 275 TV Headphones bundle opens a world of Auracast capabilities inside and outside of the home, bringing real-world application to life in a fresh package.
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If you live in a shared space, whether that be a shared room, apartment building, or house where your TV-watching could disturb others, the RS 275 bundle is a simple way to connect a pair of headphones to your TV. If you've invested in a specific brand's whole-home theater ecosystem, you won't find as much flexibility with the BTA1 transmitter.
The RS 275 bundle includes the HDR 275 headphones, the BTA1 transmitter, power and audio cables, and a headphones stand. Here's what you should know before you buy it.
Auracast is a winner
Sennheiser's HDR 275 headphones are solid, but the BTA1 transmitter is the golden nugget of this bundle. It includes all the wiring you need to connect the transmitter to your TV, and your TV powers the BTA1, so you don't need an additional power source.
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