All items tagged with USB-C (424)
Trulli Audio Enters the Portable Speaker Market with Innovative ThinDriver Technology
November 16, 2021 by Joao Martins

Trulli Audio Enters the Portable Speaker Market with Innovative ThinDriver Technology

Trulli Audio confirmed the official availability of its JAM5, the first in a line of portable speakers powered by Trulli's patented, ThinDriver technology. Initially unveiled as a proof-of concept, the JAM5 was recently offered direct-to-consumer on the company's website, receiving great reviews. Using an interesting configuration with two TD38S ThinDriver units combined with two opposite passive radiators and a center tweeter, this speaker impresses for its low bass extension. It can be also paired for stereo, for even more impressive results.
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Noveto Unveils N1 Speaker With Smart Beaming Technology
November 5, 2021 by Joao Martins

Noveto Unveils N1 Speaker With Smart Beaming Technology

Noveto unveiled the final design and features of its flagship product, the N1, a state-of-the-art smart speaker with built-in Alexa smart assistant and proprietary Smart Beaming technology, providing personal and immersive 3D binaural sound without headphones. This is the first full implementation of the company's promising technology - with great potential in conference and automotive applications - as a result of the its decision to create a consumer proof-of-concept.
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Røde Introduces AI-Micro Ultra-Compact Dual-Channel Recording Interface
November 3, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Røde Introduces AI-Micro Ultra-Compact Dual-Channel Recording Interface

Røde Microphones released AI-Micro, a new ultra-compact dual-channel interface for recording high-quality audio to a mobile device or computer. A great design for journalists, reporters, content creators, and anyone who needs to combine two microphones in a single recording device. In typical Røde fashion of launching products that not only solve practical problems, but do it in a way that make technology seem simple, the AI-Micro is another valuable product in the Australian brand's hardware and software portfolio.
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Apple Introduces Beats Fit Pro Advanced Earbuds for Active Lifestyles
November 2, 2021 by Joao Martins

Apple Introduces Beats Fit Pro Advanced Earbuds for Active Lifestyles

Apple shuffled the cards again with the introduction of the latest Beats Fit Pro advanced true wireless earbuds. The new product leverages all the technologies Apple developed for the AirPods Pro, including the H1 chip, and features an all-new flexible wingtip and a custom-developed acoustic platform, retailing for just $199.99. ANC, Transparency, Adaptive EQ, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, and four different color schemes make these the new flagship.
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Khadas Introduces Magnetic Snap-On Ultraslim Hi-Res Headphone Amplifier
October 28, 2021 by Joao Martins

Khadas Introduces Magnetic Snap-On Ultraslim Hi-Res Headphone Amplifier

Khadas is about to launch an interesting new Ultraslim headphone amplifier with high-resolution audio support for smartphones. The design will be compatible with Apple’s MagSafe (and all the copycat magnetic chargers that are about to arrive in the market), just clipping into to the back of an iPhone 12 or 13. The Khadas TEA features the high-performance ESS ES9281AC Pro DAC, as well as LDAC and aptX HD Bluetooth audio from a Qualcomm QCC5125 chip.
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Audio-Technica Introduces High-Value ATH-SQ1TW Truly Wireless Earbuds with a Fun Square Design
October 14, 2021 by Joao Martins

Audio-Technica Introduces High-Value ATH-SQ1TW Truly Wireless Earbuds with a Fun Square Design

There’s a lot yet to be explored in true wireless and consumers’ preference for earbud designs. Audio-Technica introduced its ATH-SQ1TW truly wireless earbuds, featuring an all-new square design that combines bold styling with easy operation and great sound quality. Available in a choice of six appealing colors, the ATH-SQ1TW headphones are refreshing because they don’t attempt to copy anyone.
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Soundcore Launches Liberty 3 Pro True Wireless Earbuds Featuring Coaxial Drivers and Auto-Adapting ANC
October 12, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Soundcore Launches Liberty 3 Pro True Wireless Earbuds Featuring Coaxial Drivers and Auto-Adapting ANC

Soundcore, Anker Innovations' premium audio brand, announced the Liberty 3 Pro, the latest true wireless model in its flagship Liberty lineup. The Liberty 3 Pro features HearID ANC that automatically monitors outside ambient noise levels in real time as well as in-ear pressure to tailor noise cancellation to match the situation. The earbuds also combine improved coaxial drivers with personalized sound profiles.
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Universal Audio Announces a Fresh New Take on USB Audio Interfaces
October 7, 2021 by Joao Martins

Universal Audio Announces a Fresh New Take on USB Audio Interfaces

Universal Audio surprised everyone with the introduction of a completely new range of USB-C audio interfaces. With five different models and a stylish design, the new Volt audio interfaces are said to offer best-in-class sound quality, including a Vintage Mic Preamp mode, built-in 76 Compressor in the 76 models, and are bundled with a suite of audio software for use with Macs, PCs, iPads, and even iPhones.
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THX Onyx Portable DAC/Amp Bundles Qobuz Hi-Res Quality Service
October 1, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

THX Onyx Portable DAC/Amp Bundles Qobuz Hi-Res Quality Service

Qobuz, the high-quality music streaming and download service, announced a partnership with THX to make high-resolution audio listening more accessible to music lovers worldwide. The recently launched THX Onyx digital-to-analog amplifier dongle (DAC/Amp) will now be bundled with a three-month complimentary subscription of Qobuz, offering plug-and-play 24-bit sound quality from a variety of listening devices..
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New Certified USB Logo Program for USB4, USB Type-C, and USB Power Delivery Specifications
October 1, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

New Certified USB Logo Program for USB4, USB Type-C, and USB Power Delivery Specifications

The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) announced new Certified USB Type-C Cable power rating logos to clearly indicate the power capabilities of USB-C cables to consumers. According to the the support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, Certified USB Type-C Cables will now feature logos highlighting support for 60W or 240W of power as defined by the recently published USB Power Delivery (USB PD) 3.1 Specification.
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