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Sonnet Releases 1TB Version of Fusion Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Flash Drive Certified for Mac and Windows
September 4, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Sonnet Releases 1TB Version of Fusion Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Flash Drive Certified for Mac and Windows

Sonnet Technologies introduced a new version of its Fusion Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Flash Drive, a rugged, pocket-size solid-state drive (SSD) storage device with Thunderbolt 3 interface. Equipped with 1TB of NVMe flash storage, the latest Fusion Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Flash Drive is compatible with both Mac and Windows computers, and leverages the 40Gb/s bandwidth of Thunderbolt 3 to deliver data transfer speeds up to 2600 MB/s.
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DTS Play-Fi Speakers with Amazon Alexa Voice Service and Alexa Connected Speaker APIs Support Unveiled at IFA 2017
September 4, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

DTS Play-Fi Speakers with Amazon Alexa Voice Service and Alexa Connected Speaker APIs Support Unveiled at IFA 2017

DTS, now a wholly owned subsidiary of Xperi, announced the launch of the first DTS Play-Fi-enabled wireless speakers with Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS) and Alexa Connected Speaker APIs support. The Phorus PS10 wireless speaker ($249 MSRP) will ship in late September/early October, followed by the Onkyo Smart Speaker P3 and Pioneer Elite Smart Speaker F4. Additionally, DTS Play-Fi users will be able to enjoy their “My Music” libraries via the Amazon Music app across their DTS Play-Fi wireless multi-room music systems, regardless of brand.
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Audio-Technica Unveils ATH-ADX5000 Open-Back Reference Headphones at IFA 2017
September 4, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Unveils ATH-ADX5000 Open-Back Reference Headphones at IFA 2017

Combining Japanese craftsmanship and leading-edge audio engineering, Audio-Technica’s new ATH-ADX5000 open-back headphones represent a new reference in home audio listening from the famous brand. The flagship model in the acclaimed AD (Air Dynamic) series, these over-ear headphones enable music enthusiasts to experience faithful reproduction of their favorite music as the artist intended.
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Harman Introduces Harman Kardon Allure with Amazon Alexa
September 2, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Introduces Harman Kardon Allure with Amazon Alexa

At IFA 2017, Harman International introduced the Harman Kardon Allure, a smart speaker with Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS) that complements any home space with 360-degree sound. By pairing Harman Kardon’s refined audio performance with Alexa’s intuitive voice technology, Harman expects to attract music enthusiasts and voice-activated speaker users frustrated with the low quality sound experience of the Amazon Echo speaker.
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Sony Electronics Adds Three New Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones to the 1000X Family
September 2, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Sony Electronics Adds Three New Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones to the 1000X Family

Among the many new audio products announced by Sony Electronics at IFA 2017, three new wireless headphones now bring Sony leading noise cancelling technology to truly wireless style and behind-the-neck style headphones, with the world's first Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing and the world's first Adaptive Sound Control. The range includes the new Sony WH-1000XM2, an enhanced version of the popular around-ear style with more options to tailor the sound to your environment.
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JLab Audio Launches Epic Executive Wireless Active Noise Canceling Earbuds
September 1, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

JLab Audio Launches Epic Executive Wireless Active Noise Canceling Earbuds

Designed to eliminate 90% of background noise and offering up to 7 hours of Bluetooth and ANC playtime at only $99, the new JLab Epic Executive Wireless Active Noise Canceling Earbuds are turning heads at IFA 2017 in Berlin. This is the first major incursion from the San Diego-based company outside the North American market, where they will be featuring also the Epic Air True Wireless Sport Earbuds, Party Series Wireless Multiroom Bluetooth Speakers and JBuds Pro Signature Bluetooth Earbuds.
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Sennheiser Introduces Enhanced IE 80 S Earphones with Sound Customization
September 1, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Introduces Enhanced IE 80 S Earphones with Sound Customization

At IFA 2017, Sennheiser launched an enhanced version of one of its highest-performing earphone models. Created for the discerning music enthusiast, the new IE 80 S offers a brilliant lifelike sound with outstanding sonic accuracy and clarity. With a unique sound customization function and additional customization features such as an interchangeable cable and memory foam ear tips from Comply, the IE 80 S promises to take the mobile music experience to the next level.
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Qualcomm Promotes aptX HD Audio Technology Ecosystem at IFA 2017
September 1, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Qualcomm Promotes aptX HD Audio Technology Ecosystem at IFA 2017

With the audio industry and consumer electronic companies pushing the high-resolution audio concept further, Qualcomm is determined to promote the message that consumers don't have to trade quality for convenience when it comes to wireless streaming, thanks to its aptX HD audio technology. At the IFA 2017 show in Berlin, Qualcomm announced that the aptX HD audio ecosystem is expanding rapidly.
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Harman Enters the Truly Wireless Earbuds Segment with JBL Free
September 1, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Enters the Truly Wireless Earbuds Segment with JBL Free

JBL cut the cord with its new truly wireless earbuds for the everyday active lifestyle, called simply JBL Free. The new product unveiled by Harman as part of his massive new products announcement at IFA 2017, allows users to take calls, listen to music, and exercise. It's not exactly a cutting edge product, there are no smart features, the battery lasts for 4 hours, and they are available for a very affordable price. Samsung also announced the second-generation Gear IconX at IFA 2017.
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Harman Introduces JBL LINK Smart Speaker Series Combining Immersive Sound with the Google Assistant
September 1, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Introduces JBL LINK Smart Speaker Series Combining Immersive Sound with the Google Assistant

At IFA 2017, Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics unveiled the JBL LINK series of voice-activated speakers with the Google Assistant. Available in three models, the LINK 10, LINK 20, and LINK 300 were designed to generate full-range sound in a portable format, with instant access to music through voice control. With this announcement, Harman now offers voice-activated speakers for Microsoft Cortana, Amazon Alexa and now Google Assistant.
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