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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, founding new

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New Klippel Endurance Testing (KET) Available with Winter 2023 Klippel Software Update
February 21, 2023 by Joao Martins

New Klippel Endurance Testing (KET) Available with Winter 2023 Klippel Software Update

A completely new approach to long-term testing is now available as part of the latest Klippel dB-Lab Version 212 and QC 7 software. The update for the Klippel Analyzer System - free of charge for all users running dB-Lab 212 or QC7 - introduces two new pre-release modules and a new Online Help System for both R&D and QC. The main new module is the Klippel Endurance Testing (KET) and the second is a Nonlinear Residual Analyzer (NRL) tool dedicated to measuring any audio playback device with arbitrary signals such as music or speech.
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Zoom Unveils UAC-232 32-Bit Float USB-C Audio Interface
February 20, 2023 by Joao Martins

Zoom Unveils UAC-232 32-Bit Float USB-C Audio Interface

The world of digital audio is now finally getting to that threshold where the last recognized limitations of existing recording technology have been surpassed. The new all-new Zoom UAC-232 USB-C audio interface is the company's first dedicated 32-bit float, ultra-high-dynamic-range recording solution. Designed in a convenient format that works well on the desktop or mobile applications, the Zoom UAC-232 is a 2-in/2-out solution that establishes a new affordable standard for digital recording and more.
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Creative Introduces Outlier Free Series of Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones
February 17, 2023 by Joao Martins

Creative Introduces Outlier Free Series of Wireless Bone Conduction Headphones

Offering two different models with Bluetooth 5.3, one with IPX8 waterproof rating and the other with IPX5 water-resistant rating, Creative Technology introduced its Creative Outlier Free series of bone conduction headphones. The Creative Outlier Free and Free Pro (waterproof) models are very similar designs to the Shokz models that are now highly recognized in the category, and both are targeted at serious sport and fitness enthusiasts.
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Wireless Audio and Bluetooth LE Audio - Assistance, Hearables, and Headphones 3.0
February 16, 2023 by Joao Martins

Wireless Audio and Bluetooth LE Audio - Assistance, Hearables, and Headphones 3.0

What happened at CES 2023 related to wireless audio and Bluetooth LE Audio. And what might happen at MWC 2023. And why there's lots more happening in assistance, hearables, and Headphones 3.0. This article discusses Bluetooth LE Audio and Android 13. Bluetooth 5.4 updates. Sennheiser's MobileConnect Assistive Listening app that actually works over Wi-Fi. Sonical, Antennaware, et all, Headphone 3.0. UWB, and high-quality wireless audio. Originally published in The Audio Voice 410, February 16 2023.
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Audioscenic Closes Series A Investment Round Following Very Successful CES 2023
February 16, 2023 by Joao Martins

Audioscenic Closes Series A Investment Round Following Very Successful CES 2023

Audioscenic, the innovative 3D audio beamforming technology company from Southampton, UK, has seen consistent recognition for its unique recent developments and first commercial implementation. audioXpress was just one of many industry publications awarding Audioscenic the Best in Show innovation distinction during CES 2023. Following the successful show, Audioscenic has completed its Series A investment round led by Foresight Ventures and including Hostplus, IP Group, and FWT.
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IOT747 and AntennaWare Launch Reference Design for Wearable Applications
February 16, 2023 by Joao Martins

IOT747 and AntennaWare Launch Reference Design for Wearable Applications

IOT747, a Cambridge, UK-based supplier of wireless modules and solutions announced a partnership with AntennaWare, the Northern Ireland-based developer of Bluetooth and Ultra-Wideband (UWB) antenna solutions for wireless wearables. The partnership integrates AntennaWare BodyWave Antenna with the IDC737 Bluetooth module in an example reference design for long-range and wearable applications.
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New Cloudlifter X Offers Even More Gain and More Options to More Microphones
February 15, 2023 by Joao Martins

New Cloudlifter X Offers Even More Gain and More Options to More Microphones

Cloud Microphones, the Tucson, AZ maker of the original Cloudlifter has unveiled a new model in the family. The brand new Cloudlifter X offers a custom-designed Cinemag transformer along with two selectable output levels that expand the possibilities offered by the industry standard CL-1, which provides up to +25dB of of output gain. Compatible with condenser, dynamic and ribbon microphones, the new CL-X is a welcome addition to the popular Cloudlifter range.
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Otter-ai Launches OtterPilot Smart AI Meeting Assistant to Automate Note-taking and Meeting Summaries
February 15, 2023 by Joao Martins

Otter-ai Launches OtterPilot Smart AI Meeting Assistant to Automate Note-taking and Meeting Summaries

Audio to text transcription engines powered by artificial intelligence are increasingly being integrated in meeting and collaboration solutions, leading to extraordinary possibilities in automation. A leader and pioneer in that space, Otter-ai is now launching OtterPilot, a smart AI meeting assistant that automates meetings from start to finish to help professionals and teams save time and increase meeting productivity.
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Syntiant Launches NDP115 Neural Decision Processor for Always-On Speech and Sensor-Fusion
February 14, 2023 by Joao Martins

Syntiant Launches NDP115 Neural Decision Processor for Always-On Speech and Sensor-Fusion

It was one of the key audio-related demonstrations at the Syntiant suite during CES 2023, and the new NDP115 Neural Decision Processor is now positioned as a key strategic platform for new compact, ultra-low-power designs with always-on voice and sensor fusion applications. The newest addition to Syntiant's family of special purpose silicon is built using the company’s Syntiant Core 2 inference engine that can run multiple neural network loads at under 1mW.
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HEAD acoustics Introduces ViBRIDGE Holistic In-Ear Headset Testing Solution
February 14, 2023 by Joao Martins

HEAD acoustics Introduces ViBRIDGE Holistic In-Ear Headset Testing Solution

As many audioXpress readers already learned from reading the article by Hans W. Gierlich on the Benefits of Using Structure-Borne Sound in Headset Signal Processing, HEAD acoustics created a complete test solution for in-ear and headset devices using bone-conduction sensors. There are good reasons for developers and manufacturers to explore the use of bone-conduction sensors and test them with the new ViBRIDGE solution.
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