All items tagged with noise cancellation (75)
Sony WI-1000XM2 Neckband Headphones Show Best In-Ear Implementation for Noise Cancellation Technology
September 13, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Sony WI-1000XM2 Neckband Headphones Show Best In-Ear Implementation for Noise Cancellation Technology

Neckband headphones, as a category, can be expected to gradually fade away as true wireless earbuds gain battery life and comparable features. But for now, neckbands are the form factor that allows any manufacturer to implement the features of flagship headphones, in a convenient, wireless, in-ear format that some users still favor for comfort, expanded battery life and better quality for voice calls. With the new WI-1000XM2 model, Sony show us how its leading noise cancellation technology and a neckband design are a perfect match.
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Sony Takes True Wireless Noise Cancellation to a New Level with New WF-1000XM3 Earbuds
September 11, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Sony Takes True Wireless Noise Cancellation to a New Level with New WF-1000XM3 Earbuds

Among the new headphones announced by Sony at IFA 2019, the WF-1000XM3 true wireless earbuds with noise cancellation are a clear standout, combining the 1000X family’s renowned sound quality with Sony’s Dual Noise Sensor technology and HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1e. The wire-free design also offers stable Bluetooth 5 connectivity, comfortable fitting, long-lasting battery life with USB-C quick charging, and Adaptive Sound Control, with customizable touch controls and voice assistant support.
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Get Up Close with the Loudspeaker Experts in Voice Coil August 2019
July 24, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Get Up Close with the Loudspeaker Experts in Voice Coil August 2019

Voice Coil August 2019 is now ready for you to download and it is in the mail for print subscribers. In this month’s edition, don’t miss the ALMA International Symposium & Expo (AISE) 2019 report, and the valuable Global Voice Coil Manufacturers 2019 updated directory. In Acoustic Patents, James Croft takes a closer look at two automotive patents granted to Harman and Bose. And Vance Dickason characterizes two different woofers from the new SEAS Excel Graphene product line. Download your copy now!
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ams Announces New Augmented Hearing Engine with ANC for True Wireless Earbuds
June 27, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

ams Announces New Augmented Hearing Engine with ANC for True Wireless Earbuds

ams announced a new digital noise cancellation technology that the Austrian sensor solutions supplier says will transform the experience of hearing music and voice calls when wearing new, more comfortable, loose-fit true wireless earbuds. The new Augmented Hearing Engine from ams supports development of features such as selectable noise cancellation to optimize listening when in social situations and allows audio manufacturers to develop highly differentiated product designs with unique capabilities.
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Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control
May 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control

Already the undisputed leader in active noise cancelling technology, Bose is stepping up its product range with the announcement of the new wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, which the company itself says is "the biggest leap forward in headphones since the iconic QuietComfort." The new Bose 700s also introduce a revolutionary new voice interface that redefines mobile communication, combined with new audio augmented reality features that will enable completely new user experiences.
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Dialog Semiconductor Launches Family of Audio Codecs Delivering Superior Active Noise Cancellation
May 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Dialog Semiconductor Launches Family of Audio Codecs Delivering Superior Active Noise Cancellation

Dialog Semiconductor announced the DA740x, a family of highly-integrated audio codec chips that deliver best-in-class active noise cancellation (ANC), providing optimal audio performance in any environment to the rapidly-growing wireless headphones market. According to the British semiconductor company, the DA740x chips are able to deliver superior active noise cancellation – no matter how noisy the environment – with twice the audio quality and half the power consumption as competitive solutions.
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AMBEO Smart Headset Connects to Mac and iPad Pro using New Anker USB-C to Lightning Audio Adapter
May 27, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

AMBEO Smart Headset Connects to Mac and iPad Pro using New Anker USB-C to Lightning Audio Adapter

The Apogee Sennheiser AMBEO Smart Headset, featuring 3D audio recording, can now be connected to the USB-C port on a Mac, iPad Pro or Windows 10 PC using the Anker USB-C to Lightning Audio Adapter. As Apogee Electronics confirms, microphone and remote functionality is retained, including 3D recording when used with iOS or Windows 10 apps that capture stereo audio. Users can explore the AMBEO Smart Headset not only for 3D audio recording capabilities and high fidelity sound listening but also to tune in or tune out surround sounds.
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Nanusens Nano-Sensor Technology Allows True Wireless Earbud Manufacturers to Increase Battery Life by up to 20%
February 20, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Nanusens Nano-Sensor Technology Allows True Wireless Earbud Manufacturers to Increase Battery Life by up to 20%

Nanusens, a research venture working on nano-sensors built inside CMOS devices, has announced that its proprietary technology can significantly increase the operational life of earbuds by up to 20%. This can be achieved by replacing the MEMS sensors in an earbud with a single multi-sensor chip solution that is up to ten times smaller, freeing up space for larger batteries. The company will be announcing this technology solution at MWC 2019 in Barcelona, Spain.
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1MORE Announces New Affordable True Wireless and Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones
December 13, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

1MORE Announces New Affordable True Wireless and Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Headphones

1MORE announced the addition of two new headphones to its award-winning line of premium headphones, including its first true wireless model and first Bluetooth ANC headphones. The 1MORE Stylish True Wireless In-Ear Headphones (Stylish TWS) and the Dual Driver BT ANC In-Ear Headphones (BT ANC) will round out the new wireless offerings from the Chinese company, and will be introduced at the CES 2019 show (January 8-11). These two new models are not exactly the most advanced in the market, but its price/performance ratio should once again surprise.
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Headphones to Generate Nearly $21 Billion in 2018, According to Futuresource Consulting's Latest Headphone Report
October 22, 2018 by Futuresource Consulting

Headphones to Generate Nearly $21 Billion in 2018, According to Futuresource Consulting's Latest Headphone Report

The headphones market continues its recent trend of solid growth in volumes and substantial growth in revenue. Units are projected to grow 4.1% this year to 377 million, to generate retail revenues worth $19.9bn, a sizable increase of 27% y-o-y. Headphones continue to be a dynamic market, as average price growth is accelerated by demand from consumers for new premium features and form factors such as true wireless and noise cancellation, which provide further strong growth opportunities for the future.
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