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.
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.
Strategy Analytics Forecasts Significant Growth of USB-C in Cars as Consumers Demand Faster Charging
The emerging USB Type-C connectivity standard, which has seen rapid adoption in the consumer electronics space, is poised to make major inroads in automotive connectivity, Strategy Analytics 2019 USB Type-C Forecast finds. Following rapid adoption in the consumer electronic space, the USB Type-C connectivity standard is seeing rapid adoption in the automotive space, as consumers demand faster charging and more versatility in connectivity options.
Tracktion Joins Forces With Prism Sound to Create New Pro Audio Enterprise
Tracktion Software Corporation and 2JW Design announced they have joined forces with Prism Sound and SADiE to create a dynamic new player in the pro audio market, under the umbrella of Audio Squadron. Essentially, the US based company is joining forces with the British manufacturer to work on expanding audio software tools, while also exploring opportunities in the recording hardware front. A collaboration between companies that will remain independent but have both a long history of perseverance and passion for the audio industry.
MQA Integration Available For The First Time In Home Automation Via Control4 Smart Home OS 3
MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) announced Control4 Corporation as the first home automation platform to support MQA’s award-winning technology, with its new Control4 Smart Home OS 3. The pioneering company delivering authenticated master-quality music in a file small enough to stream has now integrated with Control4 OS 3, allowing homeowners in a Control4 Smart Home to enjoy MQA studio quality sound throughout their entire home.
DirectOut Updates MONTONE.42 Firmware with ST 2110-31 Support
A major firmware update has been released for the MONTONE.42, DirectOut’s MADI to Ravenna/AES67 converter. According to the German networked audio and interconnectivity specialist, the transparent transport of AES3 audio data over IP is now possible with the MONTONE.42 through the newly added ST 2110-31 support. Meanwhile, DirectOut Technologies also announced the appointment of a new distributor in the US for the non-broadcast related pro audio market segment of the industry.
USound Piezoelectric MEMS Will Boost Battery Life of Wireless Earbuds up to 12 Hours
Austrian microspeaker company USound has just received an additional equity tranche increasing the last financing round to $30 million. According to the company, these added funds will accelerate the evolution of the next MEMS microspeaker generation, with the potential to boost the battery life of wireless earbuds and other wearable devices up to 12 hours. USound hopes to enable a market transition from electrodynamic drivers to solid-state technology with the next-generation of its Ganymede piezoelectric MEMS.
Cypress Introduces Fully Integrated USB-C Charger Solution for Power Adapter OEMs
Cypress Semiconductor announced the newest member of its USB-C Power Delivery family, the EZ-PD Power Adapter Generation 1 (PAG1) solution. The PAG1 is a complete AC-DC power solution with an integrated USB Power Delivery (PD) controller that enables OEMs to build reliable, efficient, and cost-effective power adapters for the growing USB-C charger market. The programmable EZ-PD PAG1 family delivers increased efficiency and reliability for USB-C charging applications.
Acon Digital Verberate Immersive 2 Reverb Algorithm Now Supports Immersive Formats
Acon Digital has released Verberate Immersive 2, a surround and 3D capable version of their acclaimed reverb plug-in Verberate 2. Just like the stereo version, Verberate Immersive 2 includes the new Vivid Hall algorithm for late reverberation, an algorithm based on entirely new technology which is designed for natural and pristine reverb tails without repeating patterns, resonances or other artifacts. Verberate Immersive 2 supports surround and immersive formats up to 7.1.6 channels.
OPPO Reno Series Smartphone Comes Integrated with Nokia OZO Audio Capture Capabilities
The OPPO Reno 10x Zoom Edition comes integrated with Audio 3D and Audio Zoom. Audio 3D allows users to immerse themselves in sound, capturing the full audio landscape with vibrant depth, direction and detail. It delivers a natural sound experience and high-fidelity audio within one degree of accuracy. Audio Zoom acts like a telephoto lens for audio, allowing users to dynamically pinpoint and amplify sound to correspond to zoomed video.