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Neurochrome Launches Universal Purifi Input Buffer
March 19, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Neurochrome Launches Universal Purifi Input Buffer

Neurochrome, the Canadian audio electronics company created by Tom Christiansen, just announced an interesting new upcoming product for builders and all DIY enthusiasts. A new universal input buffer board, designed to extract the best possible performance from Purifi and Hypex Class-D amplifier modules. Improving on the Purifi EVAL1 and the Hypex NC500 evaluation board, the new universal single-channel (mono) design provides a differential output for the amplifier, even if the input to the buffer is single-ended.
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d&b group Fine-Tunes Leadership Team to Focus on Strategic Development with d&b audiotechnik
March 17, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

d&b group Fine-Tunes Leadership Team to Focus on Strategic Development with d&b audiotechnik

As part of its ongoing commitment to strategic growth, d&b announced key leadership transitions to "increase customer focus as well as enhance innovation, improve decision-making, and strengthen collaboration." As of March 17, Jaakko Kaivonen takes on the newly created position of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at d&b audiotechnik, while Nicola Wagener joins the d&b group as Chief People & Sustainability Officer (CPSO).
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Better Options for Open Control and Monitoring Webinar, March 25
March 17, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Better Options for Open Control and Monitoring Webinar, March 25

The Audio Product Development Alliance (APDA) is hosting a new live webinar to discuss new system control and monitoring opportunities in connected devices. During this new APDA presentation, Ethan Wetzell, Platform Strategist for Bosch Communications Systems and Marketing Chair for the OCA Alliance, will discuss how the available AES70 control and monitoring standards suite offers a unique opportunity for product developers, brands, and manufacturers.
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The Latest in Wireless Earbuds and Hearables Innovations in audioXpress April 2025
March 12, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

The Latest in Wireless Earbuds and Hearables Innovations in audioXpress April 2025

audioXpress April 2025 is now available and includes a comprehensive Market Update on Wireless Earbuds and Hearables, covering AI, Sensors, how Wi-Fi streaming is possible in headphones, and more. René Christensen explains Expansion Techniques for Acoustical Engineering, Ethan Winer writes about Built-In Guitar Effects, and Vincent Thiernesse shares his incredible single control Low-Frequency Hybrid Crossover. Don't miss also Paul Marchese's Primer on Class-D Amplifiers, and Richard Honeycutt's article on Silvertone guitar amp circuits.
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Silicon Labs Unveils BG29 Bluetooth LE Wireless SoC for Miniature Devices
March 12, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Silicon Labs Unveils BG29 Bluetooth LE Wireless SoC for Miniature Devices

Silicon Labs announced its new Series 2 BG29 family of wireless SoCs, designed to bring high compute and connectivity to the smallest form factor Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) devices without compromising performance. A highly efficient, high memory, low-power, and ultra compact SoC designed for secure and high performance wireless networking applications, this new BG29 SoC is ideal for today's most intensive Bluetooth LE applications in wearables, health and medical devices, asset trackers, and battery-powered sensors.
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General Motors Introduces Dolby Atmos Across its Entire 2026 EV Lineup
March 11, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

General Motors Introduces Dolby Atmos Across its Entire 2026 EV Lineup

Dolby Laboratories and General Motors announced that Dolby Atmos will be supported as an available feature across Cadillac's entire 2026 electric vehicle lineup. This will include the 2026 Escalade IQL, Escalade IQ, Lyriq-V, Optiq, Vistiq, and more. As previewed at CES 2025, select 2025 models will also receive Dolby Atmos through over-the-air software updates. Dolby reports over 2 million Dolby Atmos-enabled cars already on the roads.
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Synseer Unveils HealthBuds Health and Wellness Monitor Earbuds
March 10, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Synseer Unveils HealthBuds Health and Wellness Monitor Earbuds

Synseer, a company focused on health and wellness consumer solutions, officially unveiled its HealthBuds essential biometrics monitor earbuds at SXSW 2025 in Austin, Texas. The company developed the design to help consumers access essential biometric data and better understand their bodies and personal health. The new HealthBuds have been designed to monitor hearing, heart, and health signals in a single device using Synseer's patent-pending infra and ultrasonic technology.
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Shure Announces MoveMic 88+ Wireless Microphone with Four Selectable Polar Patterns for Videography and Field Recording
March 4, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Shure Announces MoveMic 88+ Wireless Microphone with Four Selectable Polar Patterns for Videography and Field Recording

Shure unveiled the MoveMic 88+ Wireless Stereo Microphone, a wireless microphone system designed for location recording. Building upon the existing MV88 Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone, the new MoveMic 88+ is an all-in-one solution that delivers broadcast-quality audio with improved portability. Featuring stereo, cardioid, bi-directional, and mid-side selectable polar patterns, it adapts to any recording environment and production needs.
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AAVAA’s Blink & Click Head-Mouse Devices Receive FCC Certification
March 4, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

AAVAA’s Blink & Click Head-Mouse Devices Receive FCC Certification

Following the announcement that its assistive devices had received CE Certification in the European Market earlier in 2025, AAVAA has now received FCC certification for its Blink & Click Head Mouse devices, ensuring compliance with US regulatory standards for electromagnetic compatibility and safety. The Canadian pioneer of assistive technology is now able to expand across the North American market and empower individuals with mobility and communication challenges.
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Harman Announces Leadership Transition: Christian Sobottka Appointed as New President and Chief Executive Officer
March 3, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Announces Leadership Transition: Christian Sobottka Appointed as New President and Chief Executive Officer

Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced that Michael Mauser will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 31, 2025. The Board of Directors has unanimously elected Christian Sobottka, currently President of Harman's Automotive Division, to succeed Mauser as President and CEO, effective April 1, 2025.
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