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How Does Audio TimeSync Work?

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Most smart wall clocks rely on WiFi or Bluetooth to sync time. That means configuring routers, pairing devices, installing apps — and hoping the connection stays stable. OVOSONO takes a fundamentally different approach.

With Audio TimeSync, the OVOSONO Circle 350 receives the exact time through an ultrasonic audio signal. No network, no pairing, no app. Just hold your phone near the clock — done.

How Audio TimeSync Works

The synchronization process takes just a few seconds and works with any device that has a speaker:

  • Open ovosono.com/timesync on any device with a speaker
  • Hold the device near the OVOSONO Circle 350 (within about 30 cm)
  • The clock receives the encoded time signal and sets itself — done in seconds

The technical elegance lies in the detail: time data is transmitted on ultrasonic frequencies above the range of human hearing. You hear nothing — the clock understands everything. And it works with any smartphone, tablet, or laptop.

Advantages Over WiFi and Bluetooth

Audio TimeSync eliminates the typical weaknesses of wireless connections. A direct comparison shows the differences:

FeatureAudio TimeSyncWiFiBluetooth
Setup complexityNoneRouter neededPairing needed
Network dependencyNoneWiFi requiredDevice proximity
PrivacyNo data sentConnected to internetPaired device
Power consumptionOnly during syncContinuousContinuous
Works offlineYesNoPartial

Conclusion

Audio TimeSync is the simplest, most private way to sync a wall clock. No accounts, no passwords, no network — just sound. A technology that does exactly what it should, and nothing more.

FAQ

What is Audio TimeSync?
Audio TimeSync is the synchronization technology of the OVOSONO Circle 350. The clock receives the current time via an encoded audio signal from your smartphone — without WiFi, Bluetooth, or an app.
Does OVOSONO need WiFi or Bluetooth?
No. The OVOSONO Circle 350 needs neither WiFi nor Bluetooth. Time synchronization works exclusively via audio signal from the smartphone.
How accurate is Audio TimeSync?
Audio TimeSync synchronizes the clock to the second. The internal quartz clock is then so precise that re-synchronization is only needed every few months.

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