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Zoom Announces H3-VR Handy Audio Recorder with Built-In Ambisonics Mic Array
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Zoom Announces H3-VR Handy Audio Recorder with Built-In Ambisonics Mic Array

Zoom is turning heads with the announcement of its latest handy recorder, the Zoom H3-VR, which not only records in Ambisonics format, but also offers binaural stereo, standard stereo, 5.1 surround support, and live streaming. What’s more, the recorder is self-contained and provides a fast and easy way to record 360-audio and monitor in real time. Whether used for film, music, or gaming production, the new VR recorder from Zoom goes beyond virtual reality (VR) applications.
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iZotope Releases New RX 7 Audio Repair and Enhancement Software
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iZotope Releases New RX 7 Audio Repair and Enhancement Software

iZotope released updates to its RX family of audio repair and enhancement software. The seventh generation of RX builds on years of extensive research in digital signal processing and machine learning, introducing new features like Music Rebalance and Repair Assistant that open up creative possibilities in music production, and new dialogue capabilities, comprehensive metering, multichannel support, and workflow enhancements for audio post.
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Lucyd Releases the First Prescription Compatible Glasses with Bluetooth and Bone Conduction Sound
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Lucyd Releases the First Prescription Compatible Glasses with Bluetooth and Bone Conduction Sound

Lucyd Pte Ltd, a company based in Singapore, has recently announced their first product, Lucyd Loud, the world’s first prescription-compatible Bluetooth smart glasses. Even though the company is developing a future Augmented Reality solution, for its first commercial release Lucyd designed glasses that are able to replace wireless headsets. Lucyd Loud is basically a frame that uses bone conduction technology to deliver open-ear sound to the wearer, and brings the functions of a Bluetooth headset and more to a normal sunglass form factor.
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Altair Semiconductor and Ethertronics Announce High-Performance Small Antenna Technology for Tiny IoT and Wearable Devices
by Cristina Costa

Altair Semiconductor and Ethertronics Announce High-Performance Small Antenna Technology for Tiny IoT and Wearable Devices

Altair Semiconductor, a leading provider of cellular connectivity chipsets, and high performance antenna system solutions specialist firm, Ethertronics (a subsidiary of AVX), announced a new small antenna technology, demonstrated within a new cellular IoT wearable concept at Mobile World Congress Americas 2018. The new technology is implemented on Altair's ALT1250 and utilizing Ethertronics' antenna design expertise and paves the way for ultra-compact, connected wearable devices.
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Ross Offers Full Standards Compliance Solution for Manufacturers at IBC 2018
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Ross Offers Full Standards Compliance Solution for Manufacturers at IBC 2018

At IBC 2018, Ross Video is launching a pin-compatible drop-in replacement module to Dante Brooklyn II, named BACH Liberty. BACH Liberty features a fully compliant AES67 and ST2110 implementation, complete with full-stack support of RAVENNA, Dante/SAP, Livewire+, NMOS and various other network protocols and control solutions. Equipment manufacturers no longer have to wait for full AES67 and ST2110 compliance, nor tie themselves to a single supplier for their audio networking technology.
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ON Semiconductor Expands Bluetooth 5 Radio Family with System-in-Package (SiP) Module for Easier Development of Smart Connected Applications
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ON Semiconductor Expands Bluetooth 5 Radio Family with System-in-Package (SiP) Module for Easier Development of Smart Connected Applications

ON Semiconductor has extended its RSL10 family of Bluetooth 5 certified radio System-on-Chips (SoCs) with a ready-to-use 6 x 8 x1.46 mm System-in-Package (SiP) module. Supporting Bluetooth low energy wireless profiles and the lowest power BLE SiP from the company, RSL10 devices can be easily designed into any connected application including wearables, smart locks and appliances. The Bluetooth Certified and EEMBC ULPMark validated solution features integrated antenna for accelerated design and market introduction.
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Pascal Reveals Expanded Line of Dedicated Amp Modules Optimized for Live and Installed Sound Applications
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Pascal Reveals Expanded Line of Dedicated Amp Modules Optimized for Live and Installed Sound Applications

Pascal has unveiled a range of amplifier modules with features and performance optimized for integration within power amplifier designs, across the breadth of live sound and commercial and custom installation applications. A range of six modules enables both constant voltage (100/70 V) and low impedance output mode operation and a wide range power configurations; for half rack 1RU to full 19” 2RU form factors.
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Sennheiser Opens New Office in Montréal, Canada
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Sennheiser Opens New Office in Montréal, Canada

Continuing its longstanding commitment to the Canadian market, Sennheiser has opened new offices on the Island of Montréal, a state-of-the-art facility that will house operations, warehousing and marketing functions for the entire Canadian region. The move builds on the audio specialist’s longstanding engagement within the Canadian audio and entertainment markets and reflects the importance of the nation’s rich culture and thriving arts scene.
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Audio Precision to Expand Audio Measurement Possibilities at 145th International AES Convention
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Audio Precision to Expand Audio Measurement Possibilities at 145th International AES Convention

Audio Precision confirmed its planned contributions to the 145th International AES Convention happening in New York. AP’s participation in this key industry event includes both the technical program and the exhibition. The company will present a paper on how to measure audio when clocks differ and will conduct demonstration on open-loop testing. AES attendees can check out the latest in audio test or discuss their specific application with the AP team in Demo Suite #1E01.
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Plantronics Expands Consumer Audio Headphone Catalog for Runners, Travelers And Gamers
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Plantronics Expands Consumer Audio Headphone Catalog for Runners, Travelers And Gamers

In what the company calls its biggest consumer launch ever, Plantronics announced the simultaneous release of a completely new and ambitious range of headphones and earphones for active lifestyles, travelers and gamers. New Bluetooth 5 wireless models include the True Wireless BackBeat FIT 3100 for active enthusiasts, and the BackBeat GO 810 (over-ear) and 410 (in-ear) with ANC for frequent travelers, together with the RIG PRO Series Gaming Headset for gamers, all featuring updated technologies and a refined design.
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