All items tagged with noise-cancelling (20)

True Wireless Headphone Bandwagon gets More Crowded, as Brands vie to Challenge Apple

July 1, 2019 by Futuresource Consulting

True Wireless Headphone Bandwagon gets More Crowded, as Brands vie to Challenge Apple

True wireless headphones sales have enjoyed extraordinary growth in the past year. After a very successful Q4 2018, which saw shipments reach a total equal to the previous three quarters combined, Q1 2019 witnessed year-on-year growth of 223% in units and 188% in revenue. Consumers appear to enjoy the freedom that truly wireless products bring. Although, the continued domination by AirPods does still mean that the market remains a largely Apple phenomenon.

True Wireless Headphones Demand Up 182% in Q4 2018

March 7, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

True Wireless Headphones Demand Up 182% in Q4 2018

Market research firm Futuresource Consulting released its latest Headphone Market Insights Report which highlights how consumer demand for 'true wireless' headphones was up 182% in Q4 2018. The global headphones market continued its meteoric rise in Q4 2018, with revenue growth outpacing unit shipments by a substantial margin. The firm’s latest headphones tracking quarterly report reveals worldwide Q4 headphones shipments grew by 5.5% in units and 54% in revenues year-on-year.

Headphones Market Revenues Surged 26% in Q3 Says Futuresource Consulting

December 12, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Headphones Market Revenues Surged 26% in Q3 Says Futuresource Consulting

In its latest Global Headphone Report update, market research firm Futuresource Consulting continues to see solid growth in the headphones market, both in units sold and revenue. According to the latest quarterly tracking report from Futuresource, the global headphones market enjoyed an upsurge in revenues in Q3 this year, growing by 26% year-on-year. It seems noise-cancelling and true wireless headphones are exciting consumers.

Rand McNally Introduces ClearDryve 200 2-in-1 Headphones for Pro Drivers

August 2, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Rand McNally Introduces ClearDryve 200 2-in-1 Headphones for Pro Drivers

After countless hours of road testing and precision tuning, Rand McNally unveiled their new ClearDryve convertible premium stereo headphone and noise-cancelling mono headset. Designed for drivers, ClearDryve headphones combine exceptionally clear stereo sound with the comfort needed during long hours of use, extended battery life and improved call quality. The wireless, 2-in-1 ClearDryve 200 headphones are available now exclusively at Love's Travel Stops and on store.randmcnally.com.

Marshall Headphones Announces Long-Lasting Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Model

March 29, 2018 by Joao Martins

Marshall Headphones Announces Long-Lasting Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Model

Mid A.N.C. is the first active noise cancelling headphone introduced by Marshall Headphones. In addition to its noise cancelling feature, Mid A.N.C. also comes with Bluetooth aptX technology, and delivers superior wireless audio while dampening the sound in the surroundings, letting users enjoy what matters most – the music. The new Mid A.N.C. offers up to 20 hours of wireless playtime when active noise cancelling is engaged, or 30+ hours of wireless playtime without A.N.C.

Antlion Audio Announces ModMic Business Universal Detachable Boom Mic

October 11, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Antlion Audio Announces ModMic Business Universal Detachable Boom Mic

Portland-based Antlion Audio, maker of customizable boom mics for gaming, streaming and VoIP, announced their new ModMic Business, Antlion's first product for small office/home office use, allowing users to pair their favorite pair of headphones with a universal detachable boom mic optimized for personal/conference calls. Available for just $49.95 (MSRP), the ModMic Business combines an optimized uni-directional microphone capsule, with noise-cancelling and USB adapter.

Sennheiser Introduces PC 373D Gaming Headset with Immersive Sound

August 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Introduces PC 373D Gaming Headset with Immersive Sound

Sennheiser’s new high-end open acoustic gaming headset PC 373D is able to generate a binaural emulation of immersive 7.1 Dolby Surround Sound and provide crystal clear gaming communications thanks to its high quality, noise-cancelling microphone. The new high-end open acoustic gaming headset is paired with a sleek and intuitive new Surround Dongle, designed to optimize the sound experience at a single click of its Dolby button.

Headphone Testing (Part 2): Digital Headphones (USB & Bluetooth) and Noise-Canceling Headphones

July 22, 2015 by Brian Fallon

Headphone Testing (Part 2): Digital Headphones (USB & Bluetooth) and Noise-Canceling Headphones

Headphones with built-in electronics, such as digital headphones (including Bluetooth and USB), and noise-canceling headphones are harder to test because the electronics and transducers need to be tested together as a complete system. This Part 2 article discusses those tests. Article originally published in Voice Coil April 2012.

Biamp Systems acquires microphone technology company Dev-Audio

May 26, 2014 by Joao Martins

Biamp Systems acquires microphone technology company Dev-Audio

With the acquisition of Dev-Audio, Biamp Systems is expanding its technology offering for corporate boardrooms and the conferencing market. Biamp is recognized worldwide for delivering an expanded product suite of digital audio networking solutions and digital signal processors for Public Address, from conference centers to transportation hubs and multi-building facilities. Having more microphone processing technologies always helps.

Q&A: OrigAudio Founders Jason Lucash and Mike Szymczak

December 30, 2013 by Shannon Becker

Q&A: OrigAudio Founders Jason Lucash and Mike Szymczak

Founded in 2009 by Jason Lucash and Mike Szymczak, OrigAudio offers innovative solutions for music portability. As they explained to audioXpress, “both of us are marketing guys who recognized the need for a light, ultra-portable speaker. We met on the job, which required a lot of travel. This is how we came up with our “million dollar idea” for cool, portable speakers.”

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