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Exeger and Atmosic Technologies Partner to Create Energy Harvesting Solutions
by Joao Martins

Exeger and Atmosic Technologies Partner to Create Energy Harvesting Solutions

Exeger, the innovative Swedish company that created a unique solar cell flexible membrane that converts all forms of light into electrical energy continues to establish strategic partnerships and expand its proof-of-concept use cases. Exeger and US-based semiconductor company Atmosic Technologies are now working together to create attractive energy harvesting solutions for connected devices. Meanwhile, Exeger attended the IBC show in Amsterdam, to demonstrate a new TV remote control from Omni Remotes that will remain perpetually charged.
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iZotope Introduces More Trained Models to RX 10 Audio Repair and Ozone 10 Mastering Suites
by audioXpress Staff

iZotope Introduces More Trained Models to RX 10 Audio Repair and Ozone 10 Mastering Suites

iZotope, the Boston experts in audio processing technology announce that RX 10, the software audio repair suite, is now available. Ozone 10, the company's flagship mastering suite, follows on September 13. Both updates add tools with increased intelligence, making it easier and faster to get professional-quality results — while still allowing full controls for those who prefer the manual approach. The updates on these two iZotope suites clearly reflect a growing trend on "automatic" software tools that relay on AI/ML.
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Closer to Home. audioXpress October 2022 Is Now Available
by audioXpress Staff

Closer to Home. audioXpress October 2022 Is Now Available

There's a lot of everything in audioXpress October 2022. Starting with a market update on audio for Residential Integration. Next, Jonny McClintock shares The Story of aptX, Gary Galo reviews Sumiko phono cartridges and new 78 rpm stylus, Richard Honeycutt explains RT Measurement, Frans de Wit tackles the design of a DC Power Supply, Ken Bird builds a pair of tower speakers with Oaktron drivers manufactured in the US, and Christopher Paul writes about Triode Common Cathode Stages and its controversies.
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Alpine Becomes the First Aftermarket Car Audio Company with TIDAL Integration
by audioXpress Staff

Alpine Becomes the First Aftermarket Car Audio Company with TIDAL Integration

Alps Alpine North America launched its TIDAL integration available via a free software update. The compatible head units include the new Alpine Halo11 iLX-F511, the Alpine Halo9 iLX-F509, the iLX-507, and Jeep-specific radios i509-WRA-JK and i509-WRA-JL. Alpine is the first aftermarket car audio company with full TIDAL integration, allowing subscribers to the service to stream and download hi-res files in MQA format or lossless audio at CD quality.
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Merging Technologies Returns to IBC 2022 to Show Anubis Workflow Enhancements
by audioXpress Staff

Merging Technologies Returns to IBC 2022 to Show Anubis Workflow Enhancements

Merging Technologies returned to IBC after an enforced three year gap which has seen many changes in products and a change of ownership for the company. Despite the new integration with Neumann.Berlin, Merging will still have its own space at this IBC - stand 8.F96. The company will be there to showcase the latest options for Anubis. This powerful desktop platform is now gaining an updated Commentary Unit Mission, and will soon feature SoundID Reference multichannel addition for Dolby Atmos and immersive monitor calibration.
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Haniwa Audio to Debut Time-Aligned Subwoofer System at the New York Audio Show
by Joao Martins

Haniwa Audio to Debut Time-Aligned Subwoofer System at the New York Audio Show

Haniwa Audio will be unveiling its latest full range speaker system, including what the Japanese company calls a time-aligned stereo "super subwoofer" extension, for the first time at the New York Audio Show (9-10 September). The company is famous for its single driver Haniwa HSP01 speakers and integrated amplifier/DSP, which together ensure simultaneous phase and frequency control to deliver "the world’s most accurate music reproduction system." The addition of the new "super subwoofers" now extends the system's response.
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New DALI KORE Flagship Loudspeakers Start Shipping
by Joao Martins

New DALI KORE Flagship Loudspeakers Start Shipping

It was one of the most spectacular announcements at the 2022 High End show in Munich. The leading Danish speaker designer and manufacturer introduced a new flagship loudspeaker, the DALI KORE. Designed, crafted, and built by DALI at the company's facilities in Denmark, this new powerhouse of a speaker incorporates all new DALI technologies resulting in an outstanding sound performance. It's also a BIG, heavy speaker, worthy of a flagship product, and a statement of its artistry.
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Apple Announces Second-Generation Better AirPods Pro
by Joao Martins

Apple Announces Second-Generation Better AirPods Pro

Apple announced its highly anticipated update to its best-selling AirPods Pro true wireless earbuds. We don't know which model Apple sells the most, if the updated "loose-fit" standard AirPods, or the in-ear and more expensive noise cancelling AirPods Pro. The AirPods third-generation were launched in October 2021. Nearly a year after that, the flagship AirPods Pro were announced, delivering 2x better Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), longer battery life, better drivers and a new improved charging case.
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Improved Noise Reduction. Bose Introduces QuietComfort Earbuds II
by Joao Martins

Improved Noise Reduction. Bose Introduces QuietComfort Earbuds II

As anticipated, Bose announced its new Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II. As the brand that brought us noise cancelling headphones as a consumer product, this announcement is extremely important for the Massachusetts-company, as it claims to offer "the world’s best noise cancellation," thanks to its CustomTune sound calibration technology that allows personalized performance. The design is also refined and much more elegant than any previous Bose product in the category.
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AtlasIED Bolsters Loudspeaker Business with Addition of Three Industry Veterans
by audioXpress Staff

AtlasIED Bolsters Loudspeaker Business with Addition of Three Industry Veterans

AtlasIED has strengthened its expertise in commercial audio with three additions to the company, including Graham Hendry, VP of Loudspeaker Strategy; Mike Ulrich, VP of Specialty Acoustic Projects, and Riccardo Balistreri, Director of Acoustical Engineering. The new hires are part of a strategic initiative that will focus on product development, strategy, design, and positioning of new products for the premium loudspeaker marketplace across a variety of industries including hospitality, specialty commercial, corporate, and entertainment.
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