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USB-IF Publishes USB Device Class Specification for MIDI Devices v2.0

July 16, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

USB-IF Publishes USB Device Class Specification for MIDI Devices v2.0

The support organization for the advancement and adoption of USB technology, USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), announced an updated USB Device Class Definition for MIDI Devices, Version 2.0 in support of MIDI 2.0 devices. The standard represents an industry-wide effort by the USB-IF, MIDI Manufacturers Association (MMA), and Association of Musical Electronics Industry (AMEI) to provide MIDI users with an expanded MIDI environment connected by USB.

UWB Alliance and FiRa Consortium Start Working Together to Accelerate the Development and Adoption of UWB Technology

July 1, 2020 by Joao Martins

UWB Alliance and FiRa Consortium Start Working Together to Accelerate the Development and Adoption of UWB Technology

To better support and strengthen the adoption of Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology, the two existing supporting organizations, UWB Alliance and the FiRa Consortium have established a joint liaison agreement to align their ideas and get their act together. This liaison will provide the two organizations with guiding principles to ultimately achieve the common goal of creating a UWB-enabled ecosystem and supporting use of UWB technology, which could be an important enabler in critical health and safety, personal networks or smart home applications.

VB-Audio Software Releases the VB-CABLE Virtual Audio Device for Mac

June 25, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

VB-Audio Software Releases the VB-CABLE Virtual Audio Device for Mac

VB-Audio, the incredibly creative software company, announced that virtual cables are now available on macOS (10.10 to 10.15 64-bits). The application, already available for Windows, allows users to connect any audio applications inside the same Mac computer. VB-CABLE is a virtual audio device working as virtual audio cable, where all audio coming in the CABLE input is simply forwarded to the CABLE output. Just what's needed to record any Audio application running on the Mac.

Apple Announces AirPods Update and AirPods Pro with Spatial Audio Support

June 22, 2020 by Joao Martins

Apple Announces AirPods Update and AirPods Pro with Spatial Audio Support

Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference opened with a series of spectacular announcements, updating all the company's operating systems: iOS 14, iPadOS 14, watchOS 7, and tvOS 14. WWDC20 will be remembered also for the major transition for macOS and the Mac to a completely new processor architecture. This event was full of exciting announcements across all platforms, and the unveiling of a new AirPods firmware update, bringing spatial audio support for AirPods Pro.

Qi Wireless Charging Standard Looks At Improving User Experience With Focus On Free Placement

June 4, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Qi Wireless Charging Standard Looks At Improving User Experience With Focus On Free Placement

Apple’s official adoption of the Qi inductive charging standard in 2017 settled the standards battle for inductive charging. With the industry coalescing around the WPC’s standard, the focus is now on improving the consistency and reliability of the user experience of wireless charging. Strategy Analytics' latest report, “In-Car Wireless Charging 2020: Qi Grows in Sophistication, Variants” looks at technological developments, market forecasts, and complementary and potentially competing technologies.

Audiomatica Releases 64-bit CLIO Pocket 2.12 Beta Software With Support for macOS 10.15 Catalina

June 1, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Audiomatica Releases 64-bit CLIO Pocket 2.12 Beta Software With Support for macOS 10.15 Catalina

Audiomatica recently made an important announcement for users of the CLIO pocket portable measurement system. The company announced the end of alpha development phase and the release of CLIO pocket 2.12 x64 software, the much requested and highly anticipated 64-bit enabled release of CLIO pocket which runs under the latest macOS 10.15 Catalina - which dropped support for 32-bit applications and strengthened the security requirements for applications distributed outside the App Store. Audiomatica confirms the software will be distributed to CLIO pocket users through a Beta application program, for now.

Headphones Q1 update: Headphones Global Market Value Continues To Surge Despite Pandemic

May 18, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Headphones Q1 update: Headphones Global Market Value Continues To Surge Despite Pandemic

The CE Team at Futuresource Consulting has shared Q1 Market Tracker highlights from the headphone market, showing that the global value continues to surge. The global headphones market has posted a strong Q1, achieving revenues of $7.2 billion and year-on-year growth of 22% despite the impact of Coronavirus. With consumers restricted to shopping online, the true wireless stereo category continued to lead the way across all regions.

Apple Launches Logic Pro X 10.5 Software with New Creative Tools for Musicians and Producers

May 14, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Apple Launches Logic Pro X 10.5 Software with New Creative Tools for Musicians and Producers

Apple launched a major update to its music production software Logic Pro X, now adding a professional version of Live Loops, a completely redesigned sampling workflow, and new beat-making tools (drum machines for the 21st century). Increasingly, the software is adding more and more creative features, making Logic Pro X 10.5 a massive release for all musicians, including those producing electronic music. Underneath it all, there is a powerful DAW solution.

Comply Foam Launches Tips for Apple AirPods Pro

April 27, 2020 by Joao Martins

Comply Foam Launches Tips for Apple AirPods Pro

It wasn't an easy development, but as the largest supplier of foam tips for earbuds, Comply Foam needed to respond to the challenge. Plus, it promised to be a very profitable investment, given the many million AirPods that Apple sells, compared with other earbud models which the company also serves with dedicated tips, in different materials and multiple sizes. After a series of delays caused by the current pandemic situation, the new Comply Foam Tips compatible with AirPods Pro are now available for $24.99.

Hearables Predicted to Reach More Than 50% of the Wireless Headphones Market by 2024

April 21, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Hearables Predicted to Reach More Than 50% of the Wireless Headphones Market by 2024

A new report from Juniper Research says that the number of hearables in-use will grow to more than 970 million by 2024. This is an increase of 270% over the 260 million estimated for 2020. This updated report identifies vendors that are leveraging hearable technology to add value to premium audio products, such as Bose and Sennheiser, while technology companies are producing earbuds that incorporate sensor platforms and AI capabilities. Juniper predicts a convergence of the market towards Multimedia Hearables.

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