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Audioscenic and Tectonic Audio Labs to Demonstrate Spatial Audio Reproduction Reference Design at AES AVAR 2022
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Audioscenic and Tectonic Audio Labs to Demonstrate Spatial Audio Reproduction Reference Design at AES AVAR 2022

Audioscenic Limited, the British 3D Audio technology startup and Tectonic Audio Labs have joined forces once again to introduce the new Virtua Spatial Audio hardware development kit (HDK) at AVAR 2022. This is Audio Engineering Society’s fourth International Conference on Audio for Virtual and Augmented Reality and will be held at Digipen Institute of Technology in Redmond, Washington, USA on August 15–17, 2022.
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Qobuz Commissions New Exclusive Music Tracks Mixed in THX Spatial Audio
by Joao Martins

Qobuz Commissions New Exclusive Music Tracks Mixed in THX Spatial Audio

Qobuz, the Hi-Res streaming and download platform is releasing new, exclusive-to-Qobuz, 24-bit tracks mixed in THX Spatial Audio. Songs from Circuit Des Yeux, Anat Cohen, and Dinosaur Jr. are now available to anyone listening from a device of their choice over any headphones. THX Spatial Audio uses MPEG-H mixing tools and advanced signal processing to transform conventional stereo audio into unique listening experiences. THX describes it as "out of the head" sound, simulating a recording studio or an authentic acoustic environment.
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audioXpress September 2022 Speaker Focus Issue Now Available
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audioXpress September 2022 Speaker Focus Issue Now Available

The September 2022 Speaker Focus issue of audioXpress discusses speaker design and testing tools and features two fascinating speaker R&D stories on the Holoplot X1 Matrix Array and Motion Feedback Desktop Subwoofers for nearfield studio application. Geoff Hill explains the latest IEC loudspeaker measurement standards, Roger Shively reports from the AES 2022 Automotive Audio conference, Christoph Sladeczek writes about Audio Objects as Platform Technology in Vehicles, and much more.
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Samsung Unveils Updated Galaxy Buds2 Pro with New Hi-Res 24-bit Hi-Fi Codec
by Joao Martins

Samsung Unveils Updated Galaxy Buds2 Pro with New Hi-Res 24-bit Hi-Fi Codec

As it happens every year with the companies that attempt to follow Apple's model of promoting a large impact event to announce new products, Samsung just promoted something similar to unveil its new Galaxy foldable smartphones, and used the opportunity to also unveil the new Galaxy true wireless earbuds with all the latest features. The new Galaxy Buds2 Pro are Bluetooth 5.3 earbuds with multipoint connectivity, featuring new 2-way coaxial drivers and also introduce a new Samsung codec for 24-bit Hi-Res Audio streaming.
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Urbanista Introduces Phoenix True Wireless Earbuds Powered by Exeger Powerfoyle
by Joao Martins

Urbanista Introduces Phoenix True Wireless Earbuds Powered by Exeger Powerfoyle

Exeger has partnered once again with lifestyle audio brand Urbanista to launch true wireless earbuds powered by its Powerfoyle solar cell material technology, allowing endless playtime. The launch marks the next phase in the two companies’ partnership which was first announced following the launch of Urbanista Los Angeles, the world’s first self-charging over-ear headphones in 2021. The new Urbanista Phoenix TWS earbuds come with a self-charging case when exposed to any form of light.
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AKM Starts Sampling AK7749 DSP-Integrated CODEC for In-Vehicle Voice Applications
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AKM Starts Sampling AK7749 DSP-Integrated CODEC for In-Vehicle Voice Applications

Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has developed and started the release of samples of the AK7749, an in-vehicle DSP-integrated CODEC with an automatic mode switching function to support voice applications, and a full range of digital and analog input/output interfaces. The AK7749 is a RAM based, highly integrated, programmable digital signal processor, with 4 channel ADCs, 2 channel DACs, a MIC gain amplifier, a line-out amplifier, 4 channel SRCs, and digital audio I/F, all in a space saving small 48-pin QFN package.
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Monoprice Announces Monolith THX Certified 5.1 Home Theater Speaker System
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Monoprice Announces Monolith THX Certified 5.1 Home Theater Speaker System

Monolith, the high-end audio brand from Monoprice, released the new M518HT THX Certified 5.1 Home Theater System – an affordable (MSRP: $799.99), small footprint home theater speaker system designed for smaller rooms and gaming systems. Featuring five premium on-wall satellite speakers and an 8-inch powered subwoofer, this system has been THX Certified Compact to ensure that listeners experience sound that is dynamic, detailed, and crystal clear.
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MEMS Speaker Startup SonicEdge Establishes Business Unit at Sound Hub Denmark
by Joao Martins

MEMS Speaker Startup SonicEdge Establishes Business Unit at Sound Hub Denmark

SonicEdge, an Israeli startup working in MEMS speakers has registered a Danish business unit at Sound Hub Denmark in Struer. SonicEdge has developed an ultra-compact MEMS speaker solution based on a patented design and modulated ultrasound technology that promises to be significantly smaller, more energy-efficient and more robust without compromising on sound quality. Having found investors and clients in Denmark, SonicEdge is now looking to develop its business further and hire for its Danish R&D department.
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Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones Add Adaptive ANC to Refined Design
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Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless Headphones Add Adaptive ANC to Refined Design

Sennheiser has just refreshed its MOMENTUM range with the introduction of the new MOMENTUM 4 Wireless headphones, raising the bar even higher, with best-in-class sound, advanced Adaptive Noise Cancellation and exceptional comfort. An important product announcement for the new Sennheiser consumer division now part of Sonova, the new MOMENTUM 4 Wireless headphones are a refined design, intended to compete with all the leading references in the market.
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CEVA Celebrates 15 Billionth CEVA-powered Chip Shipped
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CEVA Celebrates 15 Billionth CEVA-powered Chip Shipped

CEVA, Inc., the wireless connectivity and smart sensing technologies licensing company, announced that cumulative royalty-bearing chip shipments that include CEVA IP surpassed 15 billion units during the second quarter of 2022. This significant milestone has been achieved as CEVA approaches it’s 20-year anniversary of being a public company. While the first 10 billion CEVA-powered shipments spanned more than 15 years, the next 5 billion shipments took less than three and a half years.
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