We’ve purchased the Verizon monthly plan for one phone line for our upcoming trip. The other phone will be on airplane mode. If we’re in a museum with wi-fi, I’m assuming the second line can be used for audio tours, but what if we’re on a walking tour? If that’s the case, is there a way that the audio from the phone that’s using data can be shared with the other phone so both people can hear? I guess I’m asking if 2 people are walking together can there be 2 sets of earbuds listening to the audio from one device? If so, is there anything special we need to do to set up or enable that?
Thanks!
Posted by
Ontario, Canada
4922 posts
If they are wired earbuds, just get a splitter compatible with your device.
Posted by
Michigan
334 posts
This what you need - an Airfly Duo. Uses bluetooth between the two devices. I have not used the Duo, but have the single that I use on planes for movies so I can use my own (better quality) wireless earbuds. Also works for those tour radios as well.
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OP
Ithaca, NY, USA
674 posts
So we both have iPhone 13s which don’t have an earphone jack. We can only use wireless earbuds (we both just purchased good ones so don’t really want to buy others if we can avoid it). Thanks
Posted by
Peterborough, ON, Canada
1570 posts
If you're doing an RS walking or museum tour, you download the app in advance. No need to use wifi to access those.
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OP
Ithaca, NY, USA
674 posts
I’m thinking about walking tours with a guide. In the old days they used to give everyone an audio device and headset. I understand now you use your phone?
Posted by
Seattle
200 posts
Another vote for the AirFly Duo. Works great on the plane and with the Whisper devices that are used on the Rick Steves tours.
Posted by
San Francisco area
1819 posts
If it’s just commentary then perhaps wear one earbud each? Try it at home to see if it will work.
For those with Apple earbuds and beats headphones you can pair to the same phone.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/102526#:~:text=in%20Control%20Center%20on%20your,them%20close%20to%20your%20device.
Posted by
Michigan
334 posts
@Ruth, I have used the Airfly with the tour-provided "whispers" and similar audio devices. Just make sure it is fully charged before you head out (ask me how I know this lol - luckily I had the provided cheap wired earbuds to use!). Sound quality will be superior, and you can tuck the transmitter in your bag or pocket instead of hanging around your neck, and no tangle of cords, etc.
I have not heard of any in-person-guided tours that require you to use your phone, but I would guess if that is the case it would be mentioned on whatever website they have.
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Hey! If your phone can pair with two Bluetooth earbuds at once, just connect both sets and you're all set. Be sure to test it out before your trip to make sure everything works. Enjoy your travels and the tours!