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THX Interconnect HDMI Home Theater Cables Now Available
by audioXpress Staff

THX Interconnect HDMI Home Theater Cables Now Available

THX announced the commercial availability of its THX Interconnect cables previewed at CEDIA 2023 and meanwhile subject to intense industry scrutiny. After all, it's an unusual endeavor for a company recognized for being an audio and video tuning, certification, and technology company. Apparently the verdict was positive because the THX Interconnect Ultra High Speed HDMI 2.1b cables are now available in nine lengths and ready to be applied in home theaters everywhere.
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Realtek Showcases Switchable Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Audio Solution at 2024 AWE China Expo
by Joao Martins

Realtek Showcases Switchable Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Audio Solution at 2024 AWE China Expo

Under the theme of "Realtek AI Changing the Future," the Taiwan semiconductor company will exhibit at the AWE China Expo (March 14-17, 2024), at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC). Showcasing the possibilities of AI in connected applications, Realtek will present a hybrid AIoT Audio SoC that supports both dual‑band Wi‑Fi 6 (2.4GHz/5GHz) and dual-mode Bluetooth 5.2 to enable low-latency, high resolution audio playback applications.
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Soniox Unveils AudioMind Advanced AI Transcription Model
by Joao Martins

Soniox Unveils AudioMind Advanced AI Transcription Model

California startup Soniox has unveiled AudioMind, its first AI model capable of deeply understanding audio and transform conversations and transcription into actionable information. Already leading in the English voice-to-text, natural language processing space, Soniox is taking its approach much further by developing AI that is able to fully understand the world and humans through audio, aiming to solve problems requiring real-world interaction.
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AAVAA Expands Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Technology for Smart Glasses
by Joao Martins

AAVAA Expands Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) Technology for Smart Glasses

Canadian startup AAVAA is aggressively pursuing practical brain-computer interfaces (BCI) for assistive applications, and the company presented its unique headband form-factor at CES 2024 to industry acclaim. Now, AAVAA is announcing the launch of its technology for incorporating into "smart" glasses that can expand possibilities also for consumer applications and expand assistive form-factors.
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Laird Connectivity Changes Name to Ezurio
by audioXpress Staff

Laird Connectivity Changes Name to Ezurio

Laird Connectivity, a recognized wireless technology supplier, announce it has rebranded as Ezurio. For decades, Laird Connectivity and Boundary Devices have provided industry-renowned expertise in wireless product design and embedded processor development. Now the company entered a new chapter building on that foundation as Ezurio, continuing forward with all current portfolios of products and services.
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Celestion Revives Truvox Sound Reinforcement Brand
by Alfred Moody

Celestion Revives Truvox Sound Reinforcement Brand

Celestion introduced a new 6" midbass driver suitable for a wide variety of use cases at an affordable price point. The Truvox 0615 is the first member of a new product family drawing on Celestion’s long tradition of producing high-performing general-purpose speakers. Suitable for a large number of applications, the Truvox 0615 also signals the relaunch of a brand that is a fundamental part of the company's history.
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AntennaWare Introduces New BodyWave UWB Antennas at Embedded World 2024
by Joao Martins

AntennaWare Introduces New BodyWave UWB Antennas at Embedded World 2024

Embedded World, in Nuremberg, Germany (April 9-11, 2024) will be the first opportunity for AntennaWare to present their new BodyWave antennas, which strengthen the company’s offering in the UWB frequency. Available in 2.4Ghz, DECT and UWB models, BodyWave antennas generate waves that flow efficiently around the body and support a communication link even when the body is blocking the signal. This new range of three BodyWave UWB antennas expand options for compact wearable applications.
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5th International AES Conference on Automotive Audio, June 26-28, 2024
by Joao Martins

5th International AES Conference on Automotive Audio, June 26-28, 2024

The next Audio Engineering Society’s biennial conference on Automotive Audio will be held in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 26-28 June. The location is the Uni3 Geely Center, right at the heart of Volvo headquarters. With the 2024 event of this popular international conference approaching, the organizing committee is reporting strong industry support and anticipation for a very strong program, and great car demos.
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Audio-Technica Introduces Narukami Ultra-High-End Tube Headphone Amplifier and Headphones
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Audio-Technica Introduces Narukami Ultra-High-End Tube Headphone Amplifier and Headphones

Audio-Technica is introducing its Narukami ultra-high-end audio products, which are meant to take the pursuit of analog and tube sound reproduction to a new level of excellence. Making their US premiere at CanJam NYC 2024 (March 9 – 10 at the Marriott Marquis, New York), the Narukami HPA-KG NARU Tube Headphone Amplifier and ATH-AWKG Closed-Back Dynamic Wooden Headphones are ultimate-quality works of audio art. With a price that could buy a house not a long time ago, this is in the above-luxury category.
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PMC Invests In Evovinyl To Help Bring A Sustainable Future To The Production Of Vinyl Records
by Joao Martins

PMC Invests In Evovinyl To Help Bring A Sustainable Future To The Production Of Vinyl Records

PMC has invested in Evolution Music, the UK based company spearheading the development of Evovinyl, a plant-based bioplastic alternative to the environmentally damaging PVC that is currently used to press vinyl records. Involved as a loudspeaker manufacturer for studio monitoring and home listening, PMC believes the company's investment will assist in the quest to move the music industry toward a more sustainable future.
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