Method of controlling sound of audio device based on gaze direction of vehicle occupant and device therefor

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a method of controlling, by a sound control device for audio devices, sounds of an audio device worn by an occupant according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The method includes: obtaining information on the occupant and a hazard from sensors provided in a vehicle; and outputting a warning sound through the audio device worn by the occupant to indicate a hazardous situation. A direction in which the audio device outputs the warning sound may be adaptively determined based on the information on the occupant and the hazard.

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