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Synopsys Announces Bluetooth LE Audio LC3 Codec for ARC Processor
January 10, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Synopsys Announces Bluetooth LE Audio LC3 Codec for ARC Processor

Synopsys collaborated with Fraunhofer IIS to release an implementation of the LC3 codec, part of the next-generation Bluetooth LE Audio specification. The new LC3 codec is optimized to deliver high-quality audio and voice playback in battery-powered devices incorporating ARC EM and HS DSP processors, and expands Synopsys' DesignWare Bluetooth Low Energy IP offerings and the portfolio of DesignWare ARC audio codecs and post-processing software.
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Selective Noise Cancellation with ams AS3460 Digital Augmented Hearing Chip for True Wireless Earbuds Demonstrated at CES 2020
January 9, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Selective Noise Cancellation with ams AS3460 Digital Augmented Hearing Chip for True Wireless Earbuds Demonstrated at CES 2020

ams showcased its new Earbud Innovation Demo Kit at CES 2020. The ready-to-use reference design shows how loose-fit true wireless earbuds can achieve selective noise cancellation for augmented hearing, while supporting features such as proximity sensing for automatic power saving and usability enhancements. Based on the new ams AS3460 Digital Augmented Hearing companion chip, the solution currently provides the world’s best performing noise cancellation for loose- and closed-fit earbuds.
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Syntiant and Sensory Demonstrate First Ultra-Low-Power Multi-Language Voice Solution At The Edge
January 9, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Syntiant and Sensory Demonstrate First Ultra-Low-Power Multi-Language Voice Solution At The Edge

At CES 2020, Syntiant announced a partnership with Sensory, combining the expertise and technologies in AI and speech recognition at the Edge, to deliver a deep learning, multi-lingual voice interface for battery-powered devices. The combined solution merges Sensory’s larger, higher-performance TrulyHandsfree wake word engine and voice control with Syntiant’s microwatt-power Neural Decision Processors (NDPs), bringing low-latency, real-time inference to edge devices.
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Audio-Technica Debuts QuietPoint ATH-ANC300TW Truly Wireless Noise-Cancelling In-Ear Headphones
January 9, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Debuts QuietPoint ATH-ANC300TW Truly Wireless Noise-Cancelling In-Ear Headphones

At CES 2020 Audio-Technica introduced its ATH-ANC300TW next-generation truly wireless in-ear headphones, using newly-designed digital hybrid active noise-cancelling (ANC) electronics. The result combines improved high-fidelity sound delivered by new 5.8 mm drivers with carbon-coated diaphragms, with a design that delivers superior noise cancelling performance, with the ANC feedback mic positioned perpendicular to the driver to optimize sound delivery.
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Riedel Expands Networked Video Technology Portfolio with Acquisition of Embrionix
January 9, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Riedel Expands Networked Video Technology Portfolio with Acquisition of Embrionix

The Canada-based IP video processing pioneer Embrionix is now a part of Riedel Communications. With this combination of two success stories in state-of-the-art signal transport and processing for the media and entertainment markets, Riedel strengthens its expertise in IP-enabled hardware and software and further broadens its extensive portfolio of video solutions, opening up new possibilities in signal transmission and processing.
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Nuheara Launches Next Generation IQbuds2 MAX Hearable Platform
January 8, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Nuheara Launches Next Generation IQbuds2 MAX Hearable Platform

At CES 2020, Nuheara announced its most advanced true wireless hearing buds, the IQbuds2 MAX. Building upon its successful IQBuds truly wireless platform launched in 2017, and leveraging Nuheara’s latest smart-hearing platform, the IQbuds2 MAX combine hybrid Active Noise Cancellation and unique features for personalizing and enhancing the wearer’s soundscape. The IQbuds2 MAX hearing buds are now available for pre-order and are planned to ship in March 2020 for USD $399.
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CEVA Speeds the Development of True Wireless Stereo Earbuds with Support of Bluetooth LE Audio
January 8, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

CEVA Speeds the Development of True Wireless Stereo Earbuds with Support of Bluetooth LE Audio

CEVA, the wireless connectivity specialist, announced that it has enhanced its offerings for developers of true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds and other wireless audio devices with the general release of the RivieraWaves Bluetooth Low Energy and Dual Mode IPs with support for LE Audio, the next generation of Bluetooth audio. The CEVA solution introduces new features that enhance audio quality and link robustness as well as enabling new audio sharing use cases.
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Nordic Semiconductor Launches Bluetooth LE Audio Evaluation Platform
January 8, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Nordic Semiconductor Launches Bluetooth LE Audio Evaluation Platform

Nordic Semiconductor announced it has launched an LE Audio Evaluation Platform in partnership with San Diego, CA-based Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth LE) stack developer, Packetcraft. The LE Audio solution demonstrates the benefits of High-Quality Wireless LE Audio and is designed to support the new LE Audio specifications that are expected to be released by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) during the first half of 2020.
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JVC EXOFIELD Personal Home Theater System Delivers Multichannel Sound Via Headphones
January 7, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

JVC EXOFIELD Personal Home Theater System Delivers Multichannel Sound Via Headphones

JVC announced a personal wireless home theater system that delivers a full, multichannel soundfield when using headphones. The JVC XP-EXT1 uses JVC's proprietary EXOFIELD out-of-head localization sound field processing technology to allow headphone users to experience the full effect of multichannel sound sources, including immersive 7.1.4 channel sound, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. What's more, the soundfield is optimized for each listener and listening environment to ensure the most realistic and immersive experience possible.
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Bluetooth SIG Unveils LE Audio, the Next Generation of Bluetooth Audio
January 7, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Bluetooth SIG Unveils LE Audio, the Next Generation of Bluetooth Audio

At CES 2020, the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) announced the upcoming release of LE Audio, the next generation of Bluetooth audio. Two years on the making, Bluetooth LE Audio will enhance the performance of wireless audio, add support for hearing aids, and introduce Audio Sharing, a new use case with the potential to once again change the way we experience audio and connect with the world around us as Bluetooth did when it cut the cord 20 years ago to create the wireless audio market.
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