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Explore the Power of Powersoft's Armonía 2.10 Software Platform
by audioXpress Staff

Explore the Power of Powersoft's Armonía 2.10 Software Platform

Powersoft not only designs and manufactures some of the most powerful and sophisticated audio amplifiers available, it also provides its Armonía software, a powerful control and monitoring platform. So powerful indeed that the Italian company struggles to explain everything the software can do and train its users. To complement the recent introduction of Armonía 2.10, Powersoft created a new series of instructional videos, explaining the new features, including the new Smaart integration.
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Qualcomm Adds Support for DTS Virtual:X Technology on MAPX Audio System-on-Chip Platform
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Qualcomm Adds Support for DTS Virtual:X Technology on MAPX Audio System-on-Chip Platform

Qualcomm announced that its MAPX audio SoC family now supports DTS Virtual:X immersive sound post processing. This next-generation technology is designed to translate any input source, from stereo to 11.1-channel content, into a format that can play back on a traditional 5.1, 3.1 or 2.1 speaker setup, including soundbars, which help deliver a compelling immersive listening experience for consumers without the need for height speakers.
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NTi Audio Launches Useful Sound Level Visualization with the Projector PRO Update
by audioXpress Staff

NTi Audio Launches Useful Sound Level Visualization with the Projector PRO Update

NTi Audio has launched a new generation of the very popular display projector for the XL2 Sound Level Meter. The new version of this very popular sound level visualizer now features an XL View Level display, a prediction mode available in a separate window, and the ability to retrieve measurement data from the XL2 without interruption to the measurement process.
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Sennheiser Offers Upgrade Path for 600MHz Wireless Users Following FCC Decision
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Sennheiser Offers Upgrade Path for 600MHz Wireless Users Following FCC Decision

Sennheiser has announced an attractive trade-in program in the U.S. region following the decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to phase out use of the 600 MHz band for wireless audio over the next few years. For Sennheiser US customers and owners of equipment operating in this range, this is the time to upgrade their wireless equipment. The trade-in program converts non-compliant 600MHz wireless gear into the latest frequency-compliant offerings.
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Nordic Semiconductor Releases Bluetooth 5 Pre-Qualified, Production-Ready Development Solution
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Nordic Semiconductor Releases Bluetooth 5 Pre-Qualified, Production-Ready Development Solution

Nordic Semiconductor released its Bluetooth 5 pre-qualified, production-ready development solution for building Bluetooth 5 qualified products using the company's nRF52832 SoC. The solution combines production-ready Bluetooth 5 software - S132 v5.0 SoftDevice and nRF5 SDK v14.0 - enabling developers to design high performance Bluetooth 5-ready products, taking advantage of increased throughput, longer range, advertising extensions and increased broadcast capacity and co-existence.
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Audio Collaborative 2017 - "A Change is Gonna Come"
by audioXpress Staff

Audio Collaborative 2017 - "A Change is Gonna Come"

Keeping up with its tradition of combining market research intelligence with insightful industry events, Futuresource Consulting announced the return of its highly successful event dedicated to audio trends, to be hosted at the Ham Yard Hotel in London, November 9, 2017. Audio Collaborative 2017 brings together key industry influencers to discuss the services, hardware and content plays that will shape the future audio landscape.
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Onkyo and Pioneer Electronics Announce Firmware Updates Activating DTS Play-Fi
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Onkyo and Pioneer Electronics Announce Firmware Updates Activating DTS Play-Fi

Onkyo and Pioneer Corporation (USA) have announced firmware updates to activate DTS Play-Fi wireless multi-room audio. Products supported include the Onkyo SBT-A500 Network Surround Soundbar System and Onkyo NCP-302 Wireless Network Speaker, as well as Pioneer's MRX-3 Wireless Speaker and FS-EB70 Elite Network Soundbar System. An update for other selected 2017-model Pioneer/Elite products, as well as 2016-model components is due end of September 2017.
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AES New York Convention 2017 to Feature New Exhibition Floor Expo Events and Expanded Technical Program and Events
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AES New York Convention 2017 to Feature New Exhibition Floor Expo Events and Expanded Technical Program and Events

The Audio Engineering Society has announced details for the upcoming 143rd International AES Convention, taking place October 18 to 21, 2017, at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City. The largest pro audio education and networking AES event of the year will debut new exhibition floor stages and sessions. From project studio production to broadcast audio, live sound, audio for VR, Broadway events and more, the AES NYC Convention offers exclusive learning opportunities for all attendees.
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A New Era for Arduino: Original Arduino Founders Finally Get 100% Control
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A New Era for Arduino: Original Arduino Founders Finally Get 100% Control

BCMI, the company founded by Massimo Banzi, David Cuartielles, David Mellis and Tom Igoe, co-founders of Arduino, has announced that it has acquired 100% ownership of Arduino AG, the corporation which owns the Arduino trademarks. Following the acquisition, Massimo Banzi becomes the new Chairman and CTO of Arduino. Fabio Violante will be appointed as the new CEO, replacing Federico Musto who will pursue other opportunities outside Arduino AG.
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Skybuds Truly Wireless Earbuds and Skydock Charger Now Sold Individually
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Skybuds Truly Wireless Earbuds and Skydock Charger Now Sold Individually

Here is an interesting announcement from truly wireless earbuds pioneer Skybuds. This leading company in the hearables space announced that, in response to users' requests, it will now be possible to purchase earbuds and charging docks separately. The brand's individual Skybuds and Skydocks can now be purchased as separate pieces, assuring users that they'll never be left without their truly wireless earbuds or chargers.
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