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How Many Headphones Can You Sell? Harman Claims 200 Million JBL Headphones Milestone
December 15, 2022 by Joao Martins

How Many Headphones Can You Sell? Harman Claims 200 Million JBL Headphones Milestone

We all know that sales of headphones are booming and that volumes are very significant, in particular true wireless earbuds. We just don't know how many exactly are sold. Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics says that it has achieved a significant new milestone, as its JBL-branded headphones have reached 200 Million units sold.
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Second-Generation AirPods Pro Launch Expands Apple Market Share in the Global TWS Market
December 5, 2022 by Joao Martins

Second-Generation AirPods Pro Launch Expands Apple Market Share in the Global TWS Market

As overall sales of headphones have decreased 4% in the third quarter of 2022, according to market research firm Canalys, the true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds category continues to lead in the personal audio space. Among the winners in this extremely competitive, low margin environment, Apple stands out with the second-generation AirPods Pro generating an important boost in sales in that quarter - and most likely all through the holidays.
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SoundHound and Harman Join Forces to Deliver Effortless Conversational Automotive Voice AI Experiences
November 3, 2022 by Joao Martins

SoundHound and Harman Join Forces to Deliver Effortless Conversational Automotive Voice AI Experiences

SoundHound AI, Inc. and Harman International announced they will be working together to bring a seamless, natural voice AI experience to the automotive market. SoundHound will draw on its knowledge of automotive voice technology to deliver an advanced speech recognition software to the Harman Ignite Store, the connected vehicle platform that Harman is offering automakers to develop, manage and operate their own in-vehicle app store.
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Harman Acquires In-Cabin Radar Sensing Pioneer Caaresys
September 7, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Acquires In-Cabin Radar Sensing Pioneer Caaresys

Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced the acquisition of Caaresys, an Israel-based company founded in 2017 that develops vehicle passenger monitoring systems powered by contactless, low-emission radar. Caaresys has successfully partnered with leading OEMs and provides a mass production solution for cabin monitoring including vital signs sensing, passenger localization and Child Presence Detection (CPD).
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JBL Introduces Four New Dolby Atmos Soundbars Including Flagship JBL Bar 1000 System
September 6, 2022 by Alfred Moody

JBL Introduces Four New Dolby Atmos Soundbars Including Flagship JBL Bar 1000 System

When it comes to new home audio designs, IFA 2022 was once again the soundbar show, with all major brands showcasing new models. Among those brands, Harman introduced four new soundbars, including the feature-packed JBL Bar 1000, which delivers a true home cinema experience without wires. Marketed as 7.1.4 channel system, the JBL Bar 1000 effectively uses four up-firing drivers to create an enveloping sphere of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D surround sound. The JBL Bar 300, JBL Bar 500 and JBL Bar 800 join the JBL Bar 1000 to complete the all-new JBL Bar Series.
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Harman Targets Market Lead with New JBL Tour PRO 2 True Wireless and Tour ONE M2 Headphones
August 31, 2022 by Joao Martins

Harman Targets Market Lead with New JBL Tour PRO 2 True Wireless and Tour ONE M2 Headphones

It's never a small claim to announce "world’s first," but that was precisely one of the highlights from Harman's press conference at IFA 2022. JBL launched its most powerful and feature-rich headphones yet, the JBL Tour ONE M2 headphones, at the same time as it unveiled the JBL Tour PRO 2 True Wireless Earbuds. The new JBL Tour models combine improved audio, immersive sound, personalization, and improved ANC. The JBL Tour PRO 2 are the first true wireless earbuds to be encased in JBL’s innovative smart case.
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Harman InfinityLab Delivers Pocket-Sized 4-Port 100W GaN Charger Powered by GaN Systems
July 28, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Harman InfinityLab Delivers Pocket-Sized 4-Port 100W GaN Charger Powered by GaN Systems

GaN Systems announced that Harman's new InfinityLab InstantCharger 100W, 4 USB GaN fast-charger leverages the high-performance advantages of GaN Systems' transistors and is just the latest product to be launched by the new innovative brand. With GaN Systems’ GS-065-011-1-L power transistor, the InfinityLab charger, made from 90% recycled plastics, harnesses the power of GaN to deliver the ultimate lightweight power adapter for consumers.
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Voice Coil December 2021 Helps You Tune Your Loudspeaker Responses
November 24, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Voice Coil December 2021 Helps You Tune Your Loudspeaker Responses

In the December 2021 edition of Voice Coil, Vance Dickason details the possibilities of the CrossLite+ DSP filter software, while James Croft reviews an interesting invention to improve the bass response in automotive audio applications. And this edition includes an updated measurement microphone directory, and two interesting low-frequency drivers on Test Bench, with the Dayton Audio Epique MMAG E150HE-44 subwoofer, and the powerful 10NW76 high-SPL woofer from B&C Speakers.
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Evertz Continues Its Commitment to the Iconic Studer Audio Brand Following Sale From Harman
November 2, 2021 by Joao Martins

Evertz Continues Its Commitment to the Iconic Studer Audio Brand Following Sale From Harman

This might be a surprising announcement for many that hardly noticed the fact that Harman International effectively exited the broadcast market with the sale of what was left from Studer to Canadian broadcast and AV powerhouse Evertz Technologies. Following the acquisition of all of Studer's strategic assets in January 2021, Evertz sent out a new release to confirm its commitment to the iconic audio brand, ongoing investments to develop new products, and updates to existing products currently in use, supporting customers all over the world.
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Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer Electroacoustics Virtual Conference Takes Place September 28 - 29
September 16, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer Electroacoustics Virtual Conference Takes Place September 28 - 29

Registration is now open for the upcoming Electroacoustic Virtual Conference, an event promoted by Hottinger Bruel & Kjaer (HBK), which this year will be fully online and offers an exciting two-day program. The Electroacoustic Conference will offer presentations from experts in all areas related with sound, noise, acoustics and vibration, with more than 21 presentations already scheduled. Sessions include presentations from companies such as Head-Fi, XMEMS Micro Speakers, Comsol, Embody VR, Vibrations Inc., Harman International and more.
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