All items tagged with Harman International Industries (153)

Harman Introduces JBL LINK Smart Speaker Series Combining Immersive Sound with the Google Assistant

September 1, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Introduces JBL LINK Smart Speaker Series Combining Immersive Sound with the Google Assistant

At IFA 2017, Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics unveiled the JBL LINK series of voice-activated speakers with the Google Assistant. Available in three models, the LINK 10, LINK 20, and LINK 300 were designed to generate full-range sound in a portable format, with instant access to music through voice control. With this announcement, Harman now offers voice-activated speakers for Microsoft Cortana, Amazon Alexa and now Google Assistant.

Download Now Your Voice Coil September 2017 Issue!

August 24, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Download Now Your Voice Coil September 2017 Issue!

In the September 2017 edition of Voice Coil, read about the new Klippel Analyzer 3 (KA3), launched to coincide with the year the German company celebrates its 20th anniversary. Also, read about a surprising speaker design recently patented by Harman and learn about "Acoustic Methods of Microphone Calibration" from the experts at PCB Piezotronics. In Test Bench, there's a 3” midrange dome driver from Volt Loudspeakers and a new 10” subwoofer from Scan-Speak. Now available.

Samsung-Owned Harman International Industries Acquires Arcam

July 19, 2017 by Joao Martins

Samsung-Owned Harman International Industries Acquires Arcam

The news was out in the British press and there's been a message sent by Arcam to its own distribution network, shared on social media. Apparently, Harman has decided to acquire the famous British audio brand Arcam for reasons unknown. No details are available about the transaction. On Arcam's twitter account the company confirmed the news, by stating "the current team carries on and joining Harman opens the door to major R&D and manufacturing resources for our future."

JBL Announces new Wireless Everest 2.0 Headphones and new Everest Elite 750NC Flasghip Model

June 16, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

JBL Announces new Wireless Everest 2.0 Headphones and new Everest Elite 750NC Flasghip Model

Harman International, now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced the second generation JBL Everest series, a line of four wireless, state-of-the-art in-ear, on-ear and around-ear Bluetooth headphones. According to Harman, the new line features a freshly updated comfort-driven smart design, with the flagship model Elite 750NC combining Adaptive Noise-Cancelling and the freedom of wireless connectivity in a supposedly programable platform.

Mark Levinson Introduces № 515 Turntable and № 585.5 Integrated Amplifier with Pure Phono Module at High End 2017

May 19, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Mark Levinson Introduces № 515 Turntable and № 585.5 Integrated Amplifier with Pure Phono Module at High End 2017

At High End 2017, Mark Levinson is showcasing the № 515 Turntable, designed and built in partnership with industry-leader VPI Industries, and handcrafted in the USA, while introducing the brand new № 585.5 integrated amplifier with Pure Phono module. The № 585.5 is the second integrated amplifier in the Mark Levinson 500 series range, adding also an upgraded remote control and new three-piece extruded, machined, and anodized aluminum top cover.

Harman Previews Harman Kardon Invoke Voice-Activated Speaker with Cortana from Microsoft

May 8, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Previews Harman Kardon Invoke Voice-Activated Speaker with Cortana from Microsoft

R&D departments in the whole global audio and mobile industries are focused on developing the next-generation of voice-activated speakers exploring the success of the Amazon Echo. Most companies are exploring the tools and developments kits that make it easy to implement Amazon's Alexa or Google's Assistant voice personal assistants. Now, Harman unveiled its own effort of a voice-activated speaker, working with Microsoft's Cortana and featuring improved audio features.

Audio Hardware Sales Up 28%, Futuresource Quarterly Tracker Reveals

February 22, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Audio Hardware Sales Up 28%, Futuresource Quarterly Tracker Reveals

Audio hardware continues to outpace the wider Consumer Electronics sector, with global Q4 sales growing 28% year-on-year to $10.2 billion, according to new data from Futuresource Consulting’s quarterly audio tracking service, which includes a review of the key trends in the audio market. The popularity of music streaming services continues to drive market growth, as well as interest on Voice Personal Assistant (VPA) speakers, and growing adoption of wireless headphones.

JBL Reimagines Personal Audio with the JBL Soundgear Around the Neck Wearable

January 12, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

JBL Reimagines Personal Audio with the JBL Soundgear Around the Neck Wearable

One of the most curious announcements at CES 2017 comes from JBL and its "a hands-free and ear-free wireless sound solution to provide immersive audio around the neck". The new JBL Soundgear is, according to Harman, a new way of experiencing personal sound. Some of us that have been around for a while will have a feeling of "déjà vu" and for a good reason...

Samsung Electronics to Acquire Harman International Industries

November 14, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Samsung Electronics to Acquire Harman International Industries

Harman’s current management was looking for an exit, getting richer while doing it. The detachment between Harman International Industries’ recent strategies and asian manufacturing focus with the company’s brands and market foundation in the United States and Europe was becoming increasingly visible. The acquisition by Samsung confirms the perspective. Follows the source statement without further comment.

Voice Coil Interviews Dr. Richard H. Small

November 3, 2016 by Steve Mowry

Voice Coil Interviews Dr. Richard H. Small

This interview with Dr. Richard H. Small, by Steve Mowry was originally published in Voice Coil in 2006. As Steve Mowry writes, “I hope that as you read through Richard H. Small’s answers and comments, the characteristics of wisdom and kindness blended with brilliance and diligence come to mind. Dr. Small’s accomplishments speak for themselves." "...perhaps most important, is that Richard Small exemplifies that engineering is a life-long learning experience.”

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