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New 2022 Smart Audio Report from NPR & Edison Research Shows Slowing Smart Speaker and Voice Assistant Adoption
by Joao Martins

New 2022 Smart Audio Report from NPR & Edison Research Shows Slowing Smart Speaker and Voice Assistant Adoption

NPR and Edison Research released its annual Smart Audio Report, showcasing voice technology trends in the US. The 2022 Report highlights the increased usage of voice technology, with 35% of Americans 18+ now owning a smart speaker. In 2022, 62% of Americans 18+ use a voice assistant on any device – smart speakers, smartphones, TV remotes, in-car systems, a computer/laptop, and tablets. While suggesting growth, the report also shows adoption and usage is stalling.
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Biamp Owner, Highlander Partners Announces the Acquisition of McIntosh Group
by Joao Martins

Biamp Owner, Highlander Partners Announces the Acquisition of McIntosh Group

Highlander Partners, L.P., a private investment firm from Dallas, Texas, announced the acquisition of McIntosh Group, through a newly-formed holding company. The investment firm has a plan for the audio market and it might have to do with residential integration, since it also acquired Biamp Systems in 2017, a company in the commercial audio segment that has since pursued an ambitious expansion plan with multiple acquisitions. Highlander states that the McIntosh Group will serve as an anchor for a new Highlander luxury technology platform.
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Dirac and Dolby Join Forces to Demonstrate High Quality Immersive Automotive Audio Experiences
by Joao Martins

Dirac and Dolby Join Forces to Demonstrate High Quality Immersive Automotive Audio Experiences

Swedish digital audio processing pioneer Dirac and Dolby, the leading provider of immersive entertainment technology and experiences, announced a collaboration to demonstrate a high-quality immersive automotive audio experience. The all-electric NIO ET 7, which will enter the European market in 2022, will be one of the first vehicles to feature Dirac audio optimization algorithms and a Dolby Atmos audio system.
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New TuneIn Partnership with Rivian Showcases the Future of Mobile Audio Entertainment
by audioXpress Staff

New TuneIn Partnership with Rivian Showcases the Future of Mobile Audio Entertainment

TuneIn, the live streaming service that combines live sports, news, music, podcasts, and radio from around the globe has announced a new partnership with electric adventure vehicle manufacturer Rivian, joining Mercedes, Volvo, Harman and Tesla. TuneIn's recent momentum in the automotive industry, positions the company as a leading partner in this important market segment, bringing premium, live audio to drivers worldwide.
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Metalenz and STMicroelectronics Deliver World's First Optical Metasurface Technology for Consumer Electronics Devices
by Cristina Costa

Metalenz and STMicroelectronics Deliver World's First Optical Metasurface Technology for Consumer Electronics Devices

Metalenz, the first company to commercialize meta-optics, and STMicroelectronics announced that ST’s currently released VL53L8 direct Time-of-Flight (dToF) sensor is the highly anticipated market debut of the meta-optics devices developed through their partnership, which was disclosed in June 2021. Metalenz metasurfaces are now on the market, marking the introduction of this revolutionary optical technology in real-world devices.
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HEAD acoustics Announces ArtemiS SUITE 13.6 Software Release
by audioXpress Staff

HEAD acoustics Announces ArtemiS SUITE 13.6 Software Release

German test and measurement specialist HEAD acoustics announced the latest update to its modular software platform for sound and vibration measurements and analysis, introducing enhancements and optimizations for a more efficient user experience. With the new release 13.6, HEAD acoustics has further optimized ArtemiS SUITE for efficient analysis of product and environmental noise as well as structural dynamics.
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Audinate Announces New OEM Modules to Offset Supply Chain Headwinds
by Joao Martins

Audinate Announces New OEM Modules to Offset Supply Chain Headwinds

Addressing one of the most important, complex, and dynamic commercial issues impacting the global audio and video industry, during InfoComm 2022 Audinate announced the actions the company has been taking to minimize and mitigate the impact of global supply issues. In addition, as part of its strategy to ensure availability of product, the company announced next generation, drop-in replacements for its popular Brooklyn and Fremont modules.
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GRAS Announces Standardization of RA0252 Coupler According to IEC Standard 60318-8:2022
by audioXpress Staff

GRAS Announces Standardization of RA0252 Coupler According to IEC Standard 60318-8:2022

GRAS Sound & Vibration announced that its line of production line tools for high-frequency measurements now includes the only 0.4cc couplers that follow the most recent IEC standards, offering a cost-efficient validation tool in the frequency range up to 16 kHz that adheres to standards. The latest IEC standard 60318-8:2022 describes an acoustic coupler for loading a hearing aid or insert earphone with a specified acoustic impedance when testing its acoustic performance, in the frequency range up to 16 kHz.
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STMicroelectronics and Sensory Enable Mass-Market Adoption of Embedded Voice Control Through STM32Cube Software Ecosystem
by audioXpress Staff

STMicroelectronics and Sensory Enable Mass-Market Adoption of Embedded Voice Control Through STM32Cube Software Ecosystem

STMicroelectronics and Sensory have announced a collaboration that will enable the STM32 microcontroller (MCU) user community to develop and prototype intuitive voice-based user interfaces for a wide range of smart embedded products. The STM32 MCUs pair with Sensory’s VoiceHub technology to streamline development of voice-based user interfaces on wearables, connected devices and smart home applications.
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Packetcraft Announces Auracast Broadcast Audio Bluetooth Software Availability
by audioXpress Staff

Packetcraft Announces Auracast Broadcast Audio Bluetooth Software Availability

Packetcraft, the wireless software licensor, announced that its Bluetooth LE Audio software achieved qualification from the Bluetooth SIG enabling developers to quickly refresh products with support for audio sharing, including the recently announced Auracast broadcast audio. The company is already providing commercial licensees with Bluetooth SIG qualified LE Audio software supporting the Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Generic Audio Framework specifications.
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