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Qualcomm Introduces aptX HD High Resolution Audio Codec over Bluetooth
by Joao Martins

Qualcomm Introduces aptX HD High Resolution Audio Codec over Bluetooth

Following the conclusion of its CSR acquisition in August 2015, Qualcomm had much more technology to show at CES 2016, including the launch of the new Qualcomm aptX HD enhanced codec, building on the existing aptX audio codec platform, now supporting 24 bit music quality over a Bluetooth wireless connection. Qualcomm states the enhanced audio codec will help manufacturers make wireless high resolution audio a reality.
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Sennheiser Orpheus Recognized as CES 2016 Innovation Awards Honoree in Two Categories
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Sennheiser Orpheus Recognized as CES 2016 Innovation Awards Honoree in Two Categories

Sennheiser has been named a CES 2016 Innovation Awards Honoree for its state-of-the-art Orpheus headphones. The electrostatic headphone system has been honored in both the ‘Headphones’ Category and the ‘High Performance Home Audio-Video’ Category. Sennheiser’s Orpheus, which will be hand-crafted in Germany and available from mid-2016, impressed the jury with its combination of innovative technology with carefully selected materials and highest-quality craftsmanship.
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QSC Founder Pat Quilter Receives 2016 Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award from ALMA International
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QSC Founder Pat Quilter Receives 2016 Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award from ALMA International

During the 2016 ALMA International Symposium and Expo, QSC co-founder Patrick Quilter received the Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his significant contributions to the loudspeaker industry. Pat Quilter joins a prestigious list of past recipients including Ed Dell, Don Keele, Andy Kotsatos, Floyd Toole, Laurie Fincham, Matthew Polk, Edgar Villchur, Paul Klipsch, Vance Dickason, Amar G Bose, and Richard Small.
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UHD Alliance Unveils Final Specification for Ultra HD Premium
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UHD Alliance Unveils Final Specification for Ultra HD Premium

As expected, one of the highlights at CES 2016 was the UHD Alliance event, confirming that the specification to define the Ultra HD Premium “Premium Home Entertainment Experience” is now finalized. The result of a vast industry consensus, the consortium also unveiled the Ultra HD Premium logo for hardware and content, as well as details for certification and licensing processes.
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Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) Launches Major Partnerships and New Development Platforms at CES 2016
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Master Quality Authenticated (MQA) Launches Major Partnerships and New Development Platforms at CES 2016

Bob Stuart’s MQA initiative is undoubtedly one of the most important audio technologies under the spotlight at CES 2016. Just prior to the opening of the show (Jan 6-9, Las Vegas, NV), MQA has confirmed major new partnerships with both content and hardware companies, as well as new development platforms for manufacturers wishing to support the format.
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Spektral Quartet’s “Serious Business” Recorded in Auro-3D
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Spektral Quartet’s “Serious Business” Recorded in Auro-3D

As we all know, experiencing true immersive audio is not easy, especially if we are looking for music recordings originally intended for any of the formats. Auro-3D might be an exception because there are several Pure Audio Blu-ray music discs available. Anyway, it’s good to know that Spektral Quartet’s new album, recorded in Auro-3D, is set to be released with Sono Luminus.
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Audio Design Experts Awarded Patent For Trillium Technology
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Audio Design Experts Awarded Patent For Trillium Technology

Audio Design Experts, Inc. (ADX), an audio technology company from California and the parent company of lifestyle brand RIVA Audio, announced the issuance of a patent by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for its Trillium sound system processor that creates a broad sound field from a compact multi-speaker. The patented sound system processor is used in RIVA’s Turbo X and RIVA S Bluetooth speakers.
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Pascal Awarded with Third Gazelle for Continuous Growth in the Last Four Years
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Pascal Awarded with Third Gazelle for Continuous Growth in the Last Four Years

Pascal, the Danish based OEM manufacturer of high-power amplifier modules for the professional audio industry, has been awarded its third Børsen Gazelle Award, which recognizes companies that have had continuous growth in turnover or gross profit within the last four years, and more than doubled their turnover or gross profit in the period.Pascal has now received the award for three years in a row.
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TIDAL Certifies StreamUnlimited’s StreamSDK Development Platform
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TIDAL Certifies StreamUnlimited’s StreamSDK Development Platform

StreamUnlimited, a provider of software solutions and development modules for connected audio products, announced TIDAL has certified StreamSDK, its streaming and multi-room audio integration solution, as an approved product module for companies who incorporate the service into its products. TIDAL’s certification will allow audio manufacturers to bring products to market much easier and faster.
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31st Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards to Honor Don Was with Les Paul Award
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31st Annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards to Honor Don Was with Les Paul Award

The NAMM Foundation will once again promote the 31st annual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards and the NAMM TECnology Hall of Fame on January 23 at the 2016 NAMM Show. The events honor the best in audio and sound production as well as the most impactful audio technology products from the last 75 years. Record producer and music industry executive Don Was will receive the 2016 Les Paul Award.
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