AVIXA Releases Recommended Practices for Security in Networked AV Systems
Audiovisual systems are becoming increasingly central to global operations as they offer expanded remote management capabilities. This upward trend of AV systems operating over enterprise networks can pose a serious risk for security breaches, therefore it's critical for AV professionals to understand and mitigate these risks. AVIXA's new Recommended Practices for Security in Networked AV Systems provides guidance and current best practices for securing networked AV systems of all sizes.
Audeze Announces New LCD2 Closed-Back Headphones
These are probably the headphones all recording pro’s were anxiously waiting for from Audeze. The Californian brand newest addition to the acclaimed LCD series, the LCD2 closed-backed headphones offer the classic sound of the LCD-2, with the pure listening experience of a planar magnetic headphone but with increased isolation and greatly reduced ambient noise. Plus, they look great and the $899.00 price is affordable for the intended target market.
Echobox Audio Announces Bluetooth Earphones Crafted from Titanium
Echobox Audio continues to re-define HiFi personal audio with its announcement of the world’s first ever Bluetooth earphones crafted from Titanium housings. The “Ti-22BT” (Titanium Bluetooth) wireless earphones represent a significant step forward for the Denver, Colorado brand, delivering new industry standards in durability, comfort and sound performance. The Ti22BT are Bluetooth 4.1 with aptX support.
The New 1507 Pelican Air Case is Perfect for Microphones and Headphones
In mid-2016, Pelican changed the game by introducing their Air case line which reduced the case weight by up to 40%. Now the company increased the extremely popular group to include ten cases with the introduction of the Pelican 1507 Air Case. This particular size is not available in either the Pelican Protector or Pelican Storm lines and was developed to serve as the smallest size in the “deeper case” part of the Pelican Air case line.
Mimi Hearing Technologies Announces Mimi Defined Customization for Bragi Dash Pro
Mimi Hearing Technologies announced Mimi Defined, the latest generation of sound optimization technology from the Berlin company, which for now will be used in devices from Bragi, the true wireless intelligent earphone manufacturer and hearables pioneer. With this collaboration, Bragi Dash Pro users can create a personal hearing profile and customize sound to their individual needs, which is stored and activated directly on the devices.
A New Publication Dedicated to Reviews of Vinyl Quality and Analog Culture
VinylReviews.com is an exciting new publication dedicated to reviews of vinyl quality and analog culture. Founded by Intervention Records CEO Shane Buettner, Vinyl Reviews brings together a team of industry insiders and world-class music writers to create a site dedicated to the vinyl lifestyle. The new online publication will also feature user reviews, feature profiles, and purchase recommendations.
Integrated Systems Europe to Relocate to Barcelona in 2021
Integrated Systems Events, the producers of the Integrated Systems Europe exhibition, has announced that its 2021 edition will be held at Gran Via, part of the Fira de Barcelona exhibition complex in Spain on February 2-5. Taking place in Amsterdam until then, the new location will give the exhibition a chance to grow. The new venue will become the permanent location for the world’s largest AV and systems integration show.
Sonos Introduces New Features with AirPlay 2 Update
AirPlay 2 is now available on Sonos. This means the sounds from any app – music, podcasts, radio, video, audiobooks, and more – on any iOS devices can be streamed directly to Sonos with multiroom and Siri support. Following the earlier announcement that Sonos would be updating some of its most recent systems to support Apple's new AirPlay 2 technology, Sonos now confirmed that its users can start using AirPlay 2 with a free software update.
PMC Joins The Cinema Designer Database for Home Theater And Media Room Projects
UK loudspeaker company PMC has strengthened its commitment to providing the custom install market with the ultimate surround sound cinema experience by joining The Cinema Designer’s (TCD) manufacturer database. By joining this multiple CEDIA Award winning, cloud-based design software, PMC is ensuring that integrators have much quicker and easier access to its full product range.
Knowles Announces SmartMic Headset Development Kit for Baidu DuerOS
Knowles Corporation announced that it has developed with Baidu and Bestechnic (BES) a new hands-free reference design for headphones, headsets and true wireless earbuds that works with smart devices powered by DuerOS, Baidu’s conversational AI system. The Knowles IA610 SmartMic supports the industry’s lowest-power, always-on voice wake capability to enable Baidu voice service on-the-go for ear worn consumer products.