All items tagged with AAC (157)
RHA Introduces Entry Level High-Quality MA390 Wireless Headphone
June 25, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

RHA Introduces Entry Level High-Quality MA390 Wireless Headphone

RHA has expanded its wireless headphone range with a new entry-level Bluetooth 4.1 model packed with premium features, for a very affordable price. The new RHA MA390 Wireless features a lightweight, understated design that delivers 8-hour battery life, 10m range and ability to sync with two devices at once. Using a single custom dynamic driver, the MA390 Wireless allows users to switch between music, calls and digital assistant functions at the touch of a button.
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V-MODA Announces Crossfade 2 Wireless Codex Edition Upgrade
June 13, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

V-MODA Announces Crossfade 2 Wireless Codex Edition Upgrade

V-MODA, the lifestyle audio brand founded in California, inspired in Milan, Italy, and sold to Roland, Japan, announced the availability of its new Crossfade 2 Wireless Codex Edition headphones, an upgrade on the original version introduced in 2017. Ideal for both general consumers and enthusiasts who seek professional grade audio quality, the new hybrid wireless/wired analog headphone features additional high-quality Bluetooth audio codecs for the best possible sound.
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Show Report: Notes from the AES Milan Convention
May 31, 2018 by Joao Martins

Show Report: Notes from the AES Milan Convention

The Audio Engineering Society (AES) Milan 144th International Convention, May 23–26, 2018, was a small but well-attended event, extremely enjoyable for all those that participated. As always, a mix of audio industry professionals, students, educators, and top brands and audio service providers from around the world met "for the purpose of advancing the art and science of audio engineering."
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Optoma Launches NuForce BE Free5 True Wireless Earbuds
May 30, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Optoma Launches NuForce BE Free5 True Wireless Earbuds

Optoma launched the Optoma NuForce BE Free5, its latest generation of true wireless stereo earbuds, focusing on quality sound, improved comfort and reliability. On the heels of introducing the popular Optoma NuForce BE Free8 first generation true wireless earphones in 2017, Optoma now leveraged Qualcomm's latest technology to produce a smaller, ergonomic design. At only $99, the Optoma NuForce BE Free5 break the price barrier for truly wireless earphones, featuring dynamic graphene-coated drivers.
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Sennheiser Introduces CX SPORT In-ear Bluetooth Headphones
May 21, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Introduces CX SPORT In-ear Bluetooth Headphones

It might be surprising, but Sennheiser has finally announced its first wireless headphones in the sports category. The German brand has remained indifferent to one of the fastest growing active lifestyle product categories where wireless has proven extremely popular. Now, Sennheiser introduced the CX SPORT in-ear Bluetooth headphones, combining the freedom of wireless listening in an ultra-lightweight, splash- and sweat-resistant design with quality sound.
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beyerdynamic to Signal Official Launch of New Aventho Wired Headphones at High End 2018
April 30, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

beyerdynamic to Signal Official Launch of New Aventho Wired Headphones at High End 2018

beyerdynamic will use the Munich High End show (May 10-13) to promote the availability of its Aventho wired headphones, the latest in high-quality mobile mid-size headphones with Tesla technology, which will be arriving to the stores that week. At the High End 2018 show beyerdynamic will be also promoting its latest wireless headphones like the Aventho wireless, Xelento wireless or Amiron wireless, with Mimi sound personalization technology.
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Audioengine Unveils A5+ Premium Wireless Smart Speaker System
March 2, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Audioengine Unveils A5+ Premium Wireless Smart Speaker System

Audioengine announced the A5+ Wireless Music System. Following similar design aesthetics from its other compact speakers, the Audioengine 5+ Wireless is an exciting evolution of the award-winning A5 speakers, focusing on wireless streaming, with upgraded features and the A5+ signature sound. As the company explains, "the A5+ Wireless isn’t just a pair of powered stereo speakers but a smart music system that works with Alexa, Siri, and all other voice activated apps, speakers, and devices - as well as every music app on the planet."
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Huawei Enters Patent License Agreement for Fraunhofer IIS MPEG-4 Audio Patent Portfolio
February 28, 2018 by Joao Martins

Huawei Enters Patent License Agreement for Fraunhofer IIS MPEG-4 Audio Patent Portfolio

Global communications equipment provider Huawei has entered into a worldwide patent license agreement with the renowned developer of audio and media technologies, Fraunhofer IIS, for Fraunhofer’s MPEG-4 Audio patent portfolio. The license agreement addresses past and future use of Fraunhofer’s MPEG-4 Audio patent portfolio in Huawei’s products. The patents cover compression formats for perceptual coding of audio signals, including some variations of Advanced Audio Coding (AAC), and other audio/speech coding formats and tools.
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66 Audio Takes Alexa Voice Recognition Out of Home with PRO Voice Wireless Headphones
December 8, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

66 Audio Takes Alexa Voice Recognition Out of Home with PRO Voice Wireless Headphones

Alexa, let's go for a walk? 66 Audio, a company from California, focused on wireless consumer audio technology, unveiled its PRO Voice Bluetooth Wireless Headphones with built-in Amazon Alexa voice recognition. The PRO Voice is basically an implementation of the brand's BTS Pro Wireless Headphones, optimized for Alexa use outside the home, and deliver a fluid voice experience anywhere the user has Internet connection (and Alexa is available...).
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Audio-Technica Expands Its Sound Reality Headphones Lineup With Introduction of New Wireless In-Ear Models
November 16, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Expands Its Sound Reality Headphones Lineup With Introduction of New Wireless In-Ear Models

Audio-Technica expanded its high-performance Sound Reality headphones lineup with the introduction of three new in-ear models with Bluetooth technology. The ATH-CKR75BT, ATH-CKR55BT and ATH-CKR35BT are designed to deliver an outstanding wireless listening experience along with the convenience of answering/ending calls and controlling music and video playback on compatible Bluetooth wireless devices.
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