All items tagged with Apple (179)

November 16, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Qi v2.0 Standard for Wireless Charging Is Now Ready to Provide Enhanced User Experience

The Wireless Power Consortium’s (WPC) next generation standard for wireless charging, Qi v2.0, will soon be delivering on its promise of magnetic attachment, faster charging, higher efficiency and greater convenience as the first Qi2 mobile devices complete certification testing. In addition to an enhanced user experience, Qi v2.0 unifies the industry under one global standard. CES 2024 will be the global launchpad for dozens of new Qi2 products.

Apple Updates AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with USB-C and Upcoming Lossless Wireless Audio Protocol

September 12, 2023 by Joao Martins

Apple Updates AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with USB-C and Upcoming Lossless Wireless Audio Protocol

As expected, on September 12, Apple announced the new iPhone 15 series models, which now all have USB-C connectors (but only use USB3). More importantly, Apple introduced new AirPods Pro (2nd generation) with USB-C charging capabilities and anticipated new audio experiences to all AirPods Pro models with iOS 17 updates. Between the lines there is an announcement about an upcoming "groundbreaking wireless audio protocol" supporting lossless audio over 5GHz.

Apple Unveils Reengineered Beats Studio Pro

July 19, 2023 by Joao Martins

Apple Unveils Reengineered Beats Studio Pro

Apple "dropped" the new Beats Studio Pro, the next generation of the iconic, bestselling over-ear headphones that inspired the acquisition of the brand for a record 3 billion USD. Since none of the original "cultural icons" remain associated with the brand, Apple designed the new product in partnership with British design studio Samuel Ross & SR_A. And obviously, the Apple engineering team added all the cutting-edge technology that the Beats Studio Pro 2023 edition require to actually stand-out in today's extremely competitive landscape.

Apple's WWDC 2023 Announcements: What Is New in Audio

June 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

Apple's WWDC 2023 Announcements: What Is New in Audio

As it happens every year, Apple promoted its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 5–9, 2023. Did you notice Apple’s important breakthrough in headset audio design? It was easy to just be dazzled by all the technology involved in the Vision Pro, but this design was described as providing "mind-boggling audio fidelity" by those who tried it. The Vision Pro features an interesting audio system that was the focus for this editorial, together with Adaptive Audio and other important technology innovations.

Apple Announces Beats Studio Buds+ Wireless Earbuds

May 17, 2023 by Joao Martins

Apple Announces Beats Studio Buds+ Wireless Earbuds

From time to time, Apple reminds us that it owns another band called Beats, where products don't necessarily suffer the scrutiny endured by all the Cupertino products, allowing it to innovate and surprise when we least expect it. Beats announced the new Studio Buds+, expanding the Studio Buds lineup with enhanced features for both iOS and Android users, featuring better sound, upgraded Active Noise Cancellation and Transparency modes, IPX4 sweat and water resistance and up to 36-hours of battery life.

Apple Expands Cognitive Accessibility with Live Speech, Personal Voice, and Point and Speak Software Features

May 17, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Apple Expands Cognitive Accessibility with Live Speech, Personal Voice, and Point and Speak Software Features

Apple previewed new software features for cognitive, vision, hearing, and mobility accessibility, along with innovative tools for individuals who are nonspeaking or at risk of losing their ability to speak. These updates draw on advances in hardware and software, include on-device machine learning to ensure user privacy, and expand on Apple’s long-standing commitment to making products for everyone.

Apple Delivers on the Promise of Ultimate Mobile Studio with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad

May 9, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Apple Delivers on the Promise of Ultimate Mobile Studio with Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad

Apple unveiled new subscription options for its professional editing tools Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad. Finally delivering on the promise of exploring the mobile, touchscreen interface of the iPad, the new software options are now clear demonstration of the power of these mobile tablet devices equipped with Apple's latest silicon processors. For audio recording and editing in the field, Logic Pro for iPad introduces a completely new paradigm.

April 21, 2023 by Joao Martins

Wireless Power Consortium Approves Release of the New Qi2 Industry Standard for Wireless Charging

Following the announcement made at CES 2023, the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) has released the Qi2 standard with the approval of the Qi v.2.0 Interface Specification by its Board of Directors. The release of the standard paves the way for WPC to establish a Qi2 Certification Program, enabling member companies to certify products as compatible with the new standard for wireless charging. This will be a major incentive for manufacturers and a major win for consumers.

The Return of the Apple HomePod, Now with UWB, Matter, Bluetooth 5 and... Spatial Audio

January 18, 2023 by Joao Martins

The Return of the Apple HomePod, Now with UWB, Matter, Bluetooth 5 and... Spatial Audio

Following a surprise announcement of new M2 silicon for its MacBook Pro and Mac mini models, Apple surprised us even more with the announcement of the return of the infamous HomePod. Now packed full of innovations, more sensors, improved Siri features like the HomePod mini, and Matter-compatible smart home capabilities, the new HomePod returns with the same form factor, but now with updated Bluetooth 5 technology, UWB, Airplay 2, and the same smart, adaptive listening experience.

Wireless Power Consortium Introduces New Qi2 Standard for Wireless Charging and Universal Compatibility

January 3, 2023 by Joao Martins

Wireless Power Consortium Introduces New Qi2 Standard for Wireless Charging and Universal Compatibility

At CES 2023, the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) is promoting the new wireless charging standard to unify the industry under one global standard and provide enhanced convenience and efficiency for mobile devices and wearables. As a key contributing member of the Wireless Power Consortium, Apple provided the basis for the new Qi2 standard building on its MagSafe technology. Apple and other WPC members developed the new Magnetic Power Profile, which is at the core of Qi2.

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