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About Joao Martins
Since 2013, Joao Martins leads audioXpress as editor-in-chief of the US-based magazine and website, the leading audio electronics, audio product development and design publication, working also as international editor for Voice Coil, the leading periodical for the loudspeaker industry. Covering Audio and Video technology for more than 30 years - Broadcast, Film, Computer Graphics, and Music - as founder and editor of several leading publications in Portuguese and Spanish languages, (he's also fluent in French!), he benefits from a broad and rich perspective of those sectors and its multiple verticals. Marketing and Communication Specialist working at the intersection of media and technology for over three decades, Joao Martins started as a musician and studied visual arts and cinema before founding its own (short-lived) advertising agency. After a career in marketing and sales in film, television, radio and pro audio systems, transitioned full time to magazine publishing.

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Bosch Group Sells Electro-Voice, Dynacord, RTS, and Telex
December 13, 2024 by Joao Martins

Bosch Group Sells Electro-Voice, Dynacord, RTS, and Telex

The future of Electro-Voice, Dynacord, RTS Intercom, and Telex audio brands is now in the hands of Triton, an investment entity registered in Luxembourg and headquartered in London. That’s the result of the announcement that the Bosch Group will sell its security and communications technology product business to Triton Partners. With the sale of its Communications, Security and Safety Systems, Bosch is refocusing on its mobility, industrial, and consumer business.
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AONDevices and Atmosic Technologies Unveil Always-On Smart Remote Control Platform
December 11, 2024 by Joao Martins

AONDevices and Atmosic Technologies Unveil Always-On Smart Remote Control Platform

A remote control that doesn’t require replacing batteries is something that we all want. But what about an ultra-low power, OEM-ready design that combines voice AI, sound detection and even speaker identification? And still doesn’t require changing batteries? That’s what AONDevices, a leading ultra-low-power, high-accuracy edge AI developer, and Atmosic Technologies, the company specializing in ultra-low-power wireless platforms, will showcase at CES 2025.
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Arkamys Meets Demand for Premium Audio in the New Jishi 01 Luxury SUV
December 11, 2024 by Joao Martins

Arkamys Meets Demand for Premium Audio in the New Jishi 01 Luxury SUV

With the Jishi 01 all-terrain luxury SUV, Jishi Auto has tapped into China’s and overseas fast-growing demand for high-end in-car experiences. The Jishi 01 was designed to provide drivers and passengers with the full luxury experience, including premium sound quality. Arkamys delivered the intended experience thanks to the seamless SoundStage advanced audio software integration without the need for bulky hardware.
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Røde Wireless Go (Gen 3) Expands Lead for Popular Wireless Microphone Solution
December 10, 2024 by Joao Martins

Røde Wireless Go (Gen 3) Expands Lead for Popular Wireless Microphone Solution

Røde unveiled the third generation Wireless GO, building on the success of the world’s most popular wireless microphone platform. The Wireless GO (Gen 3) now adds over 40 hours of 32-bit float on-board recording and intelligent GainAssist technology, all based on its state-of-the-art Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission with 128-bit encryption that ensures stable audio at ranges up to 260m. And for the first time, the Wireless GO is available not only in black and white, but also in a suite of limited-edition colors.
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Soundskrit Accelerates MEMS Directional Microphone Integration with New SKM1600 and SKM2600 Module Series
December 10, 2024 by Joao Martins

Soundskrit Accelerates MEMS Directional Microphone Integration with New SKM1600 and SKM2600 Module Series

Soundskrit unveiled its latest offerings: the SKM1600 and SKM2600 series microphone modules. In anticipation of the opportunity to present again its MEMS directional microphone solutions to manufacturers at CES 2025, and based on feedback received from the industry, Soundskrit’s is launching these microphone modules as a plug-and-play directional audio solution to build state-of-the-art audio capture into a variety of consumer electronics.
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Virscient Partners with CME Pro to Launch First LiveOnAir Wireless Audio System
December 9, 2024 by Joao Martins

Virscient Partners with CME Pro to Launch First LiveOnAir Wireless Audio System

Virscient, the engineering development house from New Zealand, has revealed a collaboration with renowned MIDI control manufacturer CME Pro to expand its existing wireless MIDI (WIDI) solution for electronic music creators. The product development result will be the first-ever product to feature LiveOnAir and will allow CME Pro to deliver an ultra-low latency wireless link with audio and MIDI, significantly expanding the creative possibilities for live performance.
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Audioscenic Unveils Amphi Hi-D Multichannel 3D Sound Technology
December 6, 2024 by Joao Martins

Audioscenic Unveils Amphi Hi-D Multichannel 3D Sound Technology

Audioscenic announced Amphi Hi-D, a new multichannel, position-adaptive technology that takes 3D sound to a whole new level. Already recognized for its unique Amphi 2-channel, loudspeaker crosstalk cancellation technology that generates a convincing tridimensional soundfield, the UK-based audio technology innovator is now pioneering multichannel High-Dimensional 3D audio. Audioscenic will demonstrate the first implementation of Amphi Hi-D at CES 2025.
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Cirrus Logic Redefines Timing for Automotive Audio and Pro Audio Systems
December 5, 2024 by Joao Martins

Cirrus Logic Redefines Timing for Automotive Audio and Pro Audio Systems

Cirrus Logic announced the launch of its new range of timing products, designed to deliver superior audio experiences in automotive and professional audio applications. The launch of this new product line is aimed at providing manufacturers with a smooth transition from their previous high-performance timing devices, enhancing functionality and elevating the overall user experience. The next-generation timing devices, CS2500, CS2501, and CS2600 offer a seamless upgrade path for all existing designs.
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Fraunhofer to Present Uphear Flexible Rendering at CES 2025
December 5, 2024 by Joao Martins

Fraunhofer to Present Uphear Flexible Rendering at CES 2025

Once again the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits (Fraunhofer IIS) will present its most recent advanced audio technologies at CES 2025. Targeting new consumer audio applications, the highlight will be upHear Flexible Rendering, a new technology that automatically combines all available speakers to generate an enveloping immersive sound field. This greatly simplifies high-quality immersive sound experiences on consumer audio reproduction devices, including loudspeakers, soundbars, and TVs.
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Auro 3D Technology and IP Now Part of Goerdyna Group
December 4, 2024 by Joao Martins

Auro 3D Technology and IP Now Part of Goerdyna Group

The Belgium company Newauro, created in 2022 following the acquisition of Auro Technologies by an investment group, was now acquired by the Goerdyna Group (Dynaudio and Goertek Europe, based in Denmark). To manage the integration and continue to commercialize Auro 3D technologies in the global market, including for automotive applications, the group announced the integration of NewAuro and the launch of Goer Dynamics B.V. in Belgium.
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