devicepairing
nounUK /dɪˈvaɪs ˌpeərɪŋ/
US /dɪˈvaɪs ˌperɪŋ/
Device pairing is when two things like a phone and headphones connect to each other.
Device pairing only took a few seconds before the music started playing.
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2. The process of making two electronic devices trust each other so they can share data.
Device pairing keeps your smartwatch and phone in sync.
3. A one-time setup step that lets a remote control work with a TV.
The new remote needed device pairing before any buttons worked.
4. A security step where two devices exchange a code to confirm they belong together.
A six-digit code appeared on both screens during device pairing.