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AIMS Releases New Positioning Paper Focusing on Open IP Interoperability Standards for Pro AV
June 3, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

AIMS Releases New Positioning Paper Focusing on Open IP Interoperability Standards for Pro AV

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) announced the release of a new positioning paper titled "AV Over IP: It's Real, and It's Transformational." The paper takes a closer look at the impact of the media-over-IP movement on the pro AV and installed systems markets. A key focus is AIMS' efforts to promote a single set of common, ubiquitous protocols for interoperability over IP in the pro AV industry, based on the SMPTE ST 2110 standards suite for video, audio, and data transport.
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ProCo Sound to Showcase New Dante-Enabled PoE Modules and Wall-Plates at Infocomm 2019
June 3, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

ProCo Sound to Showcase New Dante-Enabled PoE Modules and Wall-Plates at Infocomm 2019

InfoComm 2019 will be the greatest everything-over-IP AV show ever, and no doubt, Audinate's Dante solutions are going to be have the strongest showcase as well, with hundreds of manufacturers showing new and existing solutions. ProCo Sound, an ACT/RHC brand, will debut its latest Dante AoD I/O Modules, including new Dropboxes and Wall Plates in three input/output configurations, making Dante connectivity completely seamless.
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Keysight Technologies Launches New N5511A Phase Noise Test System
June 3, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Keysight Technologies Launches New N5511A Phase Noise Test System

Keysight Technologies introduced a new phase noise measurement system to optimize and prove performance of new designs and meet operational requirements. The N5511A Phase Noise Test System (PNTS) is the foundation of test setups that can measure down to kT (-177 dBm/Hz). The N5511A’s flexible architecture solves specific challenges faster, accepts any reference source that is electronically frequency tunable, and suppresses excess noise from the system itself or from reference sources and test accessories (amplifiers, attenuators etc.).
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Savant Announces New Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Compatible Products
May 31, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Savant Announces New Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Compatible Products

Savant introduced a high-fidelity smart audio amplifier that will support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit as part of the company’s new Smart Series family, offering popular music streaming services, 24-bit and 96kHz high-resolution playback with ultra-low latency and 125 Watts per channel out of the box. The company also announced that its Savant Music whole-house standalone app is now available, and that is smart soundbar now supports Siri control of HomeKit devices.
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Synthax Named U.S. Distributor for Swiss Audio Networking Specialist Appsys Pro Audio
May 31, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Synthax Named U.S. Distributor for Swiss Audio Networking Specialist Appsys Pro Audio

Synthax, the distributor of premium German interface manufacturer RME, German converter manufacturer Ferrofish and personal monitor mixer myMix, has announced at that it is now distributing Switzerland-based Appsys Pro Audio to the U.S., Canada and Latin America, effective immediately. Synthax will highlight Appsys products at its booth 5150 during InfoComm 2019 from June 12–14, 2019, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
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NXP to Acquire Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Assets from Marvell
May 31, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

NXP to Acquire Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Assets from Marvell

NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary has entered into a definitive agreement with Marvell to acquire Marvell’s Wireless Connectivity portfolio in an all-cash, asset transaction valued at $1.76 billion. The acquisition encompasses Marvell’s Wi-Fi Connectivity Business Unit, Bluetooth technology portfolio and related assets. NXP expects the acquisition to create new revenue opportunities in its target end markets, including connected devices, automotive and communication infrastructure applications.
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Audinate Announces Aidan Williams as Internal Successor for CEO
May 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Audinate Announces Aidan Williams as Internal Successor for CEO

Audinate, the developer of the professional AV industry leading Dante audio over IP networking solution, announced that Aidan Williams, the company’s CTO and co-founder, will succeed Lee Ellison as CEO. Mr. Ellison has informed the company of his intention to retire from his role as CEO on September 13, 2019, following the release of the Company’s 2019 full year financial results.
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Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control
May 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control

Already the undisputed leader in active noise cancelling technology, Bose is stepping up its product range with the announcement of the new wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, which the company itself says is "the biggest leap forward in headphones since the iconic QuietComfort." The new Bose 700s also introduce a revolutionary new voice interface that redefines mobile communication, combined with new audio augmented reality features that will enable completely new user experiences.
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Dialog Semiconductor Launches Family of Audio Codecs Delivering Superior Active Noise Cancellation
May 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Dialog Semiconductor Launches Family of Audio Codecs Delivering Superior Active Noise Cancellation

Dialog Semiconductor announced the DA740x, a family of highly-integrated audio codec chips that deliver best-in-class active noise cancellation (ANC), providing optimal audio performance in any environment to the rapidly-growing wireless headphones market. According to the British semiconductor company, the DA740x chips are able to deliver superior active noise cancellation – no matter how noisy the environment – with twice the audio quality and half the power consumption as competitive solutions.
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Strategy Analytics Forecasts Significant Growth of USB-C in Cars as Consumers Demand Faster Charging
May 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Strategy Analytics Forecasts Significant Growth of USB-C in Cars as Consumers Demand Faster Charging

The emerging USB Type-C connectivity standard, which has seen rapid adoption in the consumer electronics space, is poised to make major inroads in automotive connectivity, Strategy Analytics 2019 USB Type-C Forecast finds. Following rapid adoption in the consumer electronic space, the USB Type-C connectivity standard is seeing rapid adoption in the automotive space, as consumers demand faster charging and more versatility in connectivity options.
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