All items tagged with wireless speakers (188)
ESS Introduces Crescendo VII Audio Processing SoC for Soundbars and Wireless Speakers
December 13, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

ESS Introduces Crescendo VII Audio Processing SoC for Soundbars and Wireless Speakers

ESS Technology announced today it’s 7th-generation of audio processors for soundbars and wireless speakers. The Crescendo VII is a highly integrated solution for consumer audio products that provides a multicore platform for system control and signal processing with a range of inputs and interfaces. Combining audio processing and signal routing with DTS Virtual:X certification, the Crescendo VII enables compact, power-efficient, and cost-effective designs for soundbars, wireless speakers, and active subwoofers.
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WiSA Announces Certification of Savant’s Smart Audio Family of Entertainment Products
December 13, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

WiSA Announces Certification of Savant’s Smart Audio Family of Entertainment Products

WiSA, the Wireless Speaker and Audio Association, comprised of over 60 leading consumer electronics brands, and founded by SummitWireless Technologies, announced it has certified Savant’s Smart Audio family of entertainment products. This premium WiSA Certified product line, available now, includes a high-performance, powered 55-inch 3-channel L/C/R soundbar, optional Smart Audio wireless powered surround speakers and the Smart Audio Nano 1X subwoofer.
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Galaxy Audio Acquires Special Projects Audio and Ansr Audio
December 12, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Galaxy Audio Acquires Special Projects Audio and Ansr Audio

Galaxy Audio, a company specializing in wireless personal monitors, wireless microphones, headset microphones, portable PA, and personal monitors is expanding into the wireless fitness category with their acquisition of Special Projects Audio and Ansr Audio. With the acquisition, Galaxy Audio expands its offering of audio solutions in the Musical Instrument, Systems Integration and Consumer Electronics industries, while continuing to provide the same level of service and support.
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Denon Announces New High-Res Wireless Multiroom Speaker Series with HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth
December 11, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Denon Announces New High-Res Wireless Multiroom Speaker Series with HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth

Denon announced a new suite of high-fidelity wireless multiroom speakers, available for purchase in early 2020. Comprised of three models, the new Denon Home focus on its high-resolution streaming capability, as well as the support for AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth sources. Using the HEOS app, the Denon Home speakers can be easily connected and expanded throughout the home to other HEOS Built-in products, including Denon’s industry-leading lineup of AVRs, soundbars and Hi-Fi equipment.
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Worldwide Home Loudspeaker Market Shows Pockets of Growth
December 5, 2019 by Futuresource Consulting

Worldwide Home Loudspeaker Market Shows Pockets of Growth

Futuresource Consulting unveiled its latest Home Audio Worldwide Loudspeaker Report which demonstrates that the market is showing resilience despite shifting listening habits, as consumers look beyond traditional audio products, fixing their sights on smart speakers and headphones. The recent changes in loudspeaker preferences means trade value is faring better than volume, according to the new worldwide loudspeaker report from Futuresource.
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ESS Powers New Generation of Better Sound Audio Devices with New Smart Power-Amplifier Technology
November 22, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

ESS Powers New Generation of Better Sound Audio Devices with New Smart Power-Amplifier Technology

ESS Technology announced the ES8018 Sabre Smart Power-Amplifier (SPA), a new-generation device designed to boost the audio quality and efficiency of phones, tablets, wireless speakers, and even the smallest connected wearable devices. According to the Californian company, the ES8018 combines major advances in amplifier design with advanced speaker-protection algorithms, creating a revolutionary new amplifier design in the smallest solution available currently to the industry.
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Linn Returns to Basics with Series 3 Wireless Speaker
October 14, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Linn Returns to Basics with Series 3 Wireless Speaker

Linn announced the new Series 3, an all-in-one wireless speaker based on the company’s Exakt technology, with a unique cabinet design, made using a natural, hand finished mineral material. Of course, the company calls it “the best sounding wireless speaker in the world,” and promises room-filling sound and exceptional musical clarity, particularly when connected in pairs. And the Series 3 is ready to take Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Airplay digital streaming sources and connect with a TV via HDMI ARC.
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POW Audio Grows Product Portfolio with New Expandable Una Speaker Line
September 23, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

POW Audio Grows Product Portfolio with New Expandable Una Speaker Line

POW Audio is a new audio brand focused on reimagining ultra-portable, omnidirectional speakers through its patented expandable-chamber WaveBloom technology. Following a very successful introduction of the concept at CES 2019, the company now announced the first two of three products in its Una line, a suite of Bluetooth speakers that boast premium, high-output sound and ultra-portability. The Una and Una X are both ideal for listening at home, a beach vacation, event gathering or day by the pool.
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Bowers & Wilkins Expands Wireless Formation Suite of Products with New Formation Flex
September 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Bowers & Wilkins Expands Wireless Formation Suite of Products with New Formation Flex

Following the introduction of the Formation Suite of wireless home audio products, Bowers & Wilkins introduced a new full-range standalone model to the family, more in-line with the design of the rest of the series. The new Formation Flex extends the wireless capabilities of the high resolution streaming Formation series, offering what the company states to be the “highest quality sound ever found in a standalone wireless speaker of its size.”
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Smart Speakers Continue to Play a Leading Role in the Home Audio Market
August 14, 2019 by Futuresource Consulting

Smart Speakers Continue to Play a Leading Role in the Home Audio Market

The worldwide home audio hardware market grew 20% last year to reach 154 million units, with a further 19% growth projected in 2019, according to a new market report from Futuresource Consulting. The sector, which includes wireless speakers, soundbars, A/V receivers, Hi-Fi systems and dedicated speaker docks, also witnessed 5% revenue growth last year, with trade values reaching $14.5 billion.
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