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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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Nureva Unveils Revolutionary In-Room Audio Pickup, Reinforcement, and Assistance System
June 10, 2025 by Joao Martins

Nureva Unveils Revolutionary In-Room Audio Pickup, Reinforcement, and Assistance System

Having redefined audio conferencing systems with its patented Microphone Mist technology that combines microphone pickup, intelligent sound targeting, position-based gain control, and echo cancellation, Nureva is now previewing its new HDX solution at InfoComm 2025. Truly groundbreaking, the new concept for large classrooms and meeting spaces combines Microphone Mist with full-range distributed audio, adaptive voice amplification, and assistive listening with Auracast broadcast audio.
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STMicroelectronics Reveals Space-Saving, High-Frequency Digital Automotive Audio Amplifiers
June 10, 2025 by Joao Martins

STMicroelectronics Reveals Space-Saving, High-Frequency Digital Automotive Audio Amplifiers

STMicroelectronics has revealed new class-D automotive audio amplifiers for smart-cockpit applications, engineered for tiny overall dimensions and with a digital input that simplifies circuit design. Ready to meet the expanding requirements in modern automotive head units, digital clusters, and in-vehicle infotainment systems, the new HFDA class-D audio amplifiers offer four 27W channels of high-performance audio in a tiny 7x7 mm LQFP48 package.
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NDI Showcases Expanded Roadmap to IP Workflows at InfoComm 2025
June 10, 2025 by Joao Martins

NDI Showcases Expanded Roadmap to IP Workflows at InfoComm 2025

It was one of the dominant trends at ISE 2025 and NAB 2025, and it will be also one of the most referenced acronyms at InfoComm 2025 in Orlando, FL (June 11-13). NDI (Network Device Interface) will be the talk of the show as the latest NDI 6.2 update introduces enhanced device discoverability, real-time monitoring tools, and a completely redesigned Discovery Tool, enabling faster, more efficient deployments at scale.
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Sennheiser Celebrates Eight Decades of Innovation and Passion for Audio
June 9, 2025 by Joao Martins

Sennheiser Celebrates Eight Decades of Innovation and Passion for Audio

Since 1945 as a family-owned business, the name Sennheiser has stood for pioneering audio technology and engineering. Looking back on its history and the stories behind its legendary products, Sennheiser reveals why this 80th anniversary celebration is not about the number of years but more about lessons for the future. To mark this special anniversary, the company will announce special commemorative offers and products.
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High End Show 2025: It Was a Great Run
June 6, 2025 by Joao Martins

High End Show 2025: It Was a Great Run

High End Audio Meets the Future. From May 15-18, audioXpress attended the 42nd edition of the High End show. The 2025 edition of High End was vibrant, exciting and full of new interesting things to discover. And it was also the last one in Munich. This article details our impressions of a show that will be remembered very fondly by all participants and attendees, with every corner of the MOC Event Center Messe München sold out. Next year, the High End show is moving from Germany to Austria.
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Audinate Addresses the Evolution of AV-over-IP at InfoComm 2025
June 5, 2025 by Joao Martins

Audinate Addresses the Evolution of AV-over-IP at InfoComm 2025

Audinate is determined to lead the way in secure, cloud-enabled, and interoperable audio and video networked solutions with its Dante platform. At InfoComm 2025, Audinate will highlight new innovations that make it easier than ever to design and deploy networked solutions. Among the main announcements is Dante Device Link, a new technology that enables manufacturers to expand device configuration capabilities. And Audinate will also demonstrate Dante Director using AES-256 encryption to protect media flows between devices from unauthorized access.
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Kardome and SoundHound AI Team Up to Transform In-Car Voice UI with Multizone Conversational AI
June 5, 2025 by Joao Martins

Kardome and SoundHound AI Team Up to Transform In-Car Voice UI with Multizone Conversational AI

Kardome and SoundHound AI have announced a partnership aiming to accelerate implementation of multizone conversational AI inside cars based on Kardome's Spatial Hearing technology. The goal is to transform in-vehicle voice user interfaces, providing precise spatial awareness, and supporting up to six different voices in the vehicle, allowing SoundHound Chat AI Automotive to receive a clear audio stream and accurately understand the specific intent behind each command, regardless of its origin within the cabin.
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Dolby Laboratories and TCL Confirm First Products with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
June 4, 2025 by Joao Martins

Dolby Laboratories and TCL Confirm First Products with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect

Dolby Laboratories and TCL have confirmed the launch of the first products with support for Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, the new wireless protocol that is able to automatically configure an immersive sound field between multiple speakers, regardless of their position in the room. Following a confirmation at IFA 2024 that TCL would be embracing the technology, the Chinese consumer electronics giant now unveiled its first products coming to market.
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Sennheiser BTD 700 Adds Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast Support to Any Source
June 3, 2025 by Joao Martins

Sennheiser BTD 700 Adds Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast Support to Any Source

Sennheiser unveiled a high-performance Bluetooth dongle designed to improve the wireless audio experience and unleash the full potential of its current wireless headphones and earbuds supporting Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast. The new Sennheiser BTD 700 dongle also adds support for aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive codecs while opening up low-latency gaming possibilities. An effective single plug-and-play solution that accelerates the benefits of the latest Bluetooth updates.
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Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC Headphones Feature THX Spatial Audio with Head Tracking
June 3, 2025 by Joao Martins

Skullcandy Aviator 900 ANC Headphones Feature THX Spatial Audio with Head Tracking

Skullcandy announced the revival of its popular Aviator franchise with the launch of Aviator 900 ANC ($299.99), its most premium headphones to date. When the original Skullcandy Aviator line launched in 2010, it was embraced by a global audience of tastemakers and celebrities drawn to its unique form factor and first-class audio experience. The new Aviator 900 ANC builds off the original’s classical retro aesthetic with new materials and technologies for those who want a style-forward, best-in-class audio experience.
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