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New Single Contact Charging and Communication Solution for True Wireless Earbuds from Maxim
by audioXpress Staff

New Single Contact Charging and Communication Solution for True Wireless Earbuds from Maxim

Designers of ultra-low-power portables and wearables can shrink the size of a power and communication interface to the charging dock by up to 80 percent with the new MAX20340, the industry’s smallest 2-pin bi-directional DC powerline communications (PLC) device from Maxim Integrated Products. Each MAX20340 PLC IC is only 1.84mm2 and does not require any large external components such as inductors, while hosting communication and power over the same line reduces potential points of failure and cost.
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LEA Professional Introduces New High Power Connected Amplifiers at ISE 2020
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LEA Professional Introduces New High Power Connected Amplifiers at ISE 2020

LEA Professional, the emerging heavyweight in amplifier and systems design launched four new IoT-enabled high-power connected amplifiers that set a new standard in performance, connectivity and ease of deployment. The new LEA Connect Series amplifiers are available in four-channel configurations ranging from 1,500 to 3,000 watts and in Network Connect and Dante Connect iterations.
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Qorvo Delivers USB Fast Charger Power Management IC for Powering Mobile Devices in Vehicles
by Cristina Costa

Qorvo Delivers USB Fast Charger Power Management IC for Powering Mobile Devices in Vehicles

Qorvo introduced a power management integrated circuit (PMIC) that expands the company’s portfolio of products for rapid in-vehicle charging of phones, tablets and laptops. Qorvo’s ACT4751M is an AEC-Q100 qualified step-down, voltage-regulator IC dedicated to USB Type-C Fast Charger applications and meets all power requirements, including the Power Delivery 3.0 Programmable Power Supply (USB PD 3.0 PPS) specification.
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Ralf Oehl Appointed CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH
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Ralf Oehl Appointed CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH

Following the unexpected departure of Wolfgang Fraissinet from Georg Neumann GmbH, in July 2019, Ralf Oehl has now been appointed as CEO of the famous company, part of the Sennheiser Group. In his new position, Ralf will continue to build the business and brand, further developing the overall strategic direction of the studio microphone and studio monitor company. He will report to Peter Claussen, COO of the Sennheiser Group.
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New Global Power Amplifier Market Analysis by Futuresource
by Futuresource Consulting

New Global Power Amplifier Market Analysis by Futuresource

Driven by consumer demand for bigger and better audio-visual experiences, the power amp market is on track to achieve a worldwide value of $785 million in 2020, according to a new industry report from Futuresource Consulting. The UK-based market research firm announced a new report focusing on the Professional Power Amplifiers category, following the success of the previous Loudspeakers and Microphones market reports.
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iFi Announces New Hip-DAC Portable USB DAC/Headphone Amp
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iFi Announces New Hip-DAC Portable USB DAC/Headphone Amp

iFi announced a new model to its already extensive range of portable DAC/headphone amps with an all-new design – the Hip-DAC. Looking conveniently like a pocket flask, the new portable device features an extruded aluminum enclosure with a distinct petrol blue finish and a touch of copper, offering an extensive set of specifications to support high resolution audio (HRA) sources, while keeping an affordable price tag at just $149 USD or €159 Euros.
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Keysight Helps Accelerate Industry Adoption of USB4 Standard
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Keysight Helps Accelerate Industry Adoption of USB4 Standard

Keysight Technologies announced that the company's early research and development in high-speed digital technology will enable the industry to accelerate adoption of the recently released USB4 specification. The company confirmed it will offer cost-effective test and measurement solutions that accelerate the development, implementation and deployment of new USB4 compatible devices.
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Harman Confirms Michael Mauser to Succeed Dinesh Paliwal as New President and CEO
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Harman Confirms Michael Mauser to Succeed Dinesh Paliwal as New President and CEO

Harman, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced that Dinesh Paliwal will step down on April 1 after nearly 13 years with the company as President & CEO (including ten years as Chairman and CEO of the NYSE-listed Harman International). Harman’s Board of Directors has unanimously elected Michael Mauser to succeed Paliwal, as President and Chief Executive Officer. Mauser will join the company’s board of directors, effective April 1.
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Brüel & Kjær Recommendations for Smart Speaker Testing
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Brüel & Kjær Recommendations for Smart Speaker Testing

Brüel & Kjær Sound & Vibration Measurement is promoting a set of recommendations for smart speaker testing, putting focus on the importance of realistic testing when developing and incorporating voice recognition functionalities into consumer products. The Danish sound and vibration specialist recommends the use of its high-frequency HATS Type 5218 and Mouth Simulator Type 4227 systems with human voice characteristics for realistic speech and sound testing of voice-operated devices.
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DirectOut Introduces RAV2 OEM Ravenna Network Audio Module
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DirectOut Introduces RAV2 OEM Ravenna Network Audio Module

German connectivity specialists DirectOut have become the latest Ravenna OEM solutions vendor with the release of their new RAV2 high performance network audio module for integration into third party products. The new module also forms the Ravenna AoIP network core of DirectOut’s recently released PRODIGY Series of multifunction audio processors and converters for pro audio, broadcast, installation and studio applications.
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