Intel and Micron Announce New Class of Memory 1,000 Times Faster than NAND
Intel and Micron announced a new class of non-volatile memory, creating the first new memory category in more than 25 years. The new 3D XPoint technology, now in production, brings non-volatile memory speeds up to 1,000 times faster than NAND, the most popular non-volatile memory in the marketplace today.
OCA Alliance unveils OCA Micro Demonstration Platform
The OCA Alliance confirmed availability of the OCA MicroDemo demonstration platform to prove that OCA – a common remote control and monitoring language for digital audio networks – can run in lightweight hardware environments. The OCA MicroDemo runs on a 120 MHz Cortex M3 processor and was developed jointly by OCA member companies Focusrite, Attero Tech, and Bosch.
Yamaha Takes the Portalhaus Building for Musikmesse 2016
For Musikmesse 2016, Yamaha will present its broad spectrum of products in the ‘Portalhaus’ building of Messe Frankfurt. After many consecutive year exhibiting in the Forum area of the Messe, Yamaha agreed on the new location according to the revamped show concept, also signaling the 50th anniversary of Yamaha Europa GmbH.
Beta Layout Receives UL Certification for PCBs with Embedded RFID
Magic-PCB is an identification solution for the electronic industry from Beta Layout. This unique system for identifying PCBs and electronic devices is fast, copy-proof, reliable and virtually indestructible. This embedded RFID technology is now certified according to the US safety standards for Electronic products.
Wireless Surround Sound Made Simple From Sony
With the trend towards multi-room audio at home evolving towards wireless solutions, Sony continues to expand its range with complete systems to address also multichannel entertainment for the living room with its slim, compact HT-RT5 Sound Bar with wireless rear speakers and subwoofer. The new Sony HT-RT5 system combines also support for streaming audio and direct connection of high-resolution audio via HDMI.
THX Certifies the Original THX Certified Screening Room at 32TEN Studios
The 32TEN Studios screening theater in San Rafael, CA - where the THX cinema certification program was developed some 33 years ago - is once again a reference destination for local filmmakers. THX Ltd confirmed the certification of the historical room.
RØDE Announces Acquisition of Iconic Audio Brand Aphex
Australian pro-audio company RØDE Microphones announced the acquisition of legendary US audio technology manufacturer, Aphex, well known for its range of audio signal processing equipment that features various proprietary technologies including the iconic “Aural Exciter”.
IK Multimedia AmpliTube MESA/Boogie brings the legacy of Mesa Engineering to Mac & PC
IK Multimedia announced AmpliTube MESA/Boogie, a new collaboration with the R&D Team at Mesa Engineering that brings some of the most legendary tones from the original boutique manufacturer’s amplifiers and cabinets to its AmpliTube 3 Custom Shop for Mac and PC.
Autonomic Mirage Players Now With Murfie Integration
Autonomic Control added Murfie integration, providing another source of High-Resolution Audio content for the Mirage Music Players with access to cloud-based storage, apart from the most popular streaming music services. Murfie stores and converts physical media such as CDs and LPs for lossless and high-resolution streaming.
Genelec Now Shipping 7040A Ultra-Compact Subwoofer
Genelec is now shipping the new 7040A, its latest ultra-compact subwoofer. Designed to complement Genelec’s 8010, 8020 and M030 active monitors, the 7040A delivers accurate sound reproduction and precise monitoring of low-frequency content in a compact form factor.