All items tagged with Harman International Industries (159)
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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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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Under Armour and JBL Target Motivation with New Sport Headphones
October 21, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Under Armour and JBL Target Motivation with New Sport Headphones

Harman International and athletic performance gear lifestyle brand Under Armour have combined forces to bring two new sport headphones to the market combining the latest wireless technology and sensors. The UA Sport Wireless Heart Rate Headphones and UA Sport Wireless Headphones, both engineered by JBL, will hit shelves in November 2016, and are now available for pre-order at JBL.com and UA.com. These Bluetooth 4.2 headphones are directly targeted at users looking for some extra motivation.
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Harman and Little Kids Rock Launch “Jam Zone” Online Music Hub
October 6, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Harman and Little Kids Rock Launch “Jam Zone” Online Music Hub

Harman is supporting Little Kids Rock and music education initiatives through Harman Inspired, the company’s global cause initiative empowering the next generation to realize their possibilities through music, technology, and service. The two organizations have joined forces to create the Jam Zone website, featuring approximately 200 free video lessons and tutorials to help anyone make music.
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Harman Kardon Omni+ Expands Wireless Hi-Res Audio for Whole Home Applications
September 7, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Kardon Omni+ Expands Wireless Hi-Res Audio for Whole Home Applications

Among the many announcements from Harman International during IFA 2016, the new Harman Kardon Omni+ is certainly one of the most promising products. This next generation of Wi-Fi HD home audio systems from Harman, combines improved speakers with advanced streaming capabilities, from single speaker to multi-room and whole-home audio configurations. The highlight is the support for high-resolution wireless streaming using technology from Blackfire Research.
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Voice Heralds Next Generation Features in Wireless Speakers and Smart Home Applications
September 6, 2016 by Futuresource Consulting

Voice Heralds Next Generation Features in Wireless Speakers and Smart Home Applications

While IFA 2016 was in full swing in Berlin, Germany, technology market research specialists Futuresource Consulting highlighted the importance that voice will play in next generation CE products. Following earlier announcements from Amazon, Google and Harman, the Berlin consumer electronics show was rich in product previews and demonstrations about the future of personal assistants and voice recognition applications.
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