All items tagged with USB-C (383)
CMA Audio Announces New Violectric Chronos Mobile DAC and Headphone Amplifier
July 9, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

CMA Audio Announces New Violectric Chronos Mobile DAC and Headphone Amplifier

CMA Audio, the Munich-based company that acquired audio manufacturer Lake People Electronic in 2020, continues to expand the range of products from the Lake People, Niimbus, and Violectric brands. Now, the company announces a first in the Violectric brand, with the introduction of a reference mobile DAC and headphone amplifier. With the Violectric Chronos, the German manufacturer introduces a high-quality alternative for mobile devices.
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MOTU Launches Digital Performer 11 and Redesigned UltraLite-mk5 USB-C Audio Interface
July 8, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

MOTU Launches Digital Performer 11 and Redesigned UltraLite-mk5 USB-C Audio Interface

Following 18 months without any announcements, Mark of the Unicorn (MOTU) announced that it is now shipping Digital Performer version 11, a major upgrade to their flagship audio workstation software now including lots of improvements, support for macOS Big Sur, native compatibility with Apple silicon Macs and dozens of additional user-requested enhancements. And the Cambridge, MA-based company also announced a redesigned UltraLite-mk5 USB-C audio interface.
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Edifier Unveils NeoBuds Pro Hi-Res Certified, Noise Canceling True Wireless Earbuds
July 6, 2021 by Joao Martins

Edifier Unveils NeoBuds Pro Hi-Res Certified, Noise Canceling True Wireless Earbuds

If the market research is accurate and consumers' main priority is audio quality, then it makes sense to offer the best possible options as a way to differentiate new true wireless earbud designs. That was now attempted by Edifier, a company with access to the best available technologies and manufacturing resources. The NeoBuds Pro ANC earbuds are a new Hi-Res Audio certified TWS design, now available to pre-order on IndieGoGo.
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Mixxim Offers Nostalgia in High Resolution Audio with Fourth Generation of MIXXTAPE Cassette
June 16, 2021 by Joao Martins

Mixxim Offers Nostalgia in High Resolution Audio with Fourth Generation of MIXXTAPE Cassette

The cassette is back! Again! Mixxim is launching the fourth-generation MIXXTAPE. The high-resolution audio player will be available on Kickstarter starting June 15. With a nostalgic, old-school look, MIXXTAPE offers music lovers a new experience, now supporting high resolution digital audio. The compact portable player is designed for those who are not yet into streaming services, miss the 3.5mm headphone jack, and just like to carry their favorite music with them at all times.
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Apple Introduces Beats Studio Buds with ANC and new TWS Form Factor
June 15, 2021 by Joao Martins

Apple Introduces Beats Studio Buds with ANC and new TWS Form Factor

Beats - the leading audio brand that also belongs to Apple - announced Beats Studio Buds, a new powerful true wireless earbud design that delivers a high-quality audio experience in a new, lightweight and comfortable design. Sweat- and water-resistant earbuds with an IPX4 rating and up to 24 hours of battery life, the new Beats Studio Buds add quality Active Noise Cancellation, Transparency and for the first time ever, convenient one-touch pairing to both iOS and Android users.
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EPOS Expands Audio Solutions Portfolio for Hybrid Working
June 7, 2021 by Joao Martins

EPOS Expands Audio Solutions Portfolio for Hybrid Working

Business leaders and employees alike want audio and video solutions to help maintain standards, while benefitting from a mix of remote and office-based working, according to the latest ‘Understanding Sound Experiences’ report from EPOS. The new global audio brand taking over from Sennheiser in the thriving communications and gaming markets, continues to introduce new headsets optimized for work from anywhere, while also entering the USB-C desktop microphone segment.
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Happy Plugs Promotes Air 1 Zen True Wireless with Biomaster Antimicrobial Technology
June 3, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Happy Plugs Promotes Air 1 Zen True Wireless with Biomaster Antimicrobial Technology

Swedish fashion tech brand Happy Plugs introduced the new Air 1 Zen true wireless earbuds to their family at an extremely competitive price point of $79.99 USD. There is nothing special about the new product, which features an extremely similar design to Apple's AirPods Pro - case and all - if it wasn't for the fact that it offers antimicrobial technology - meaning, using materials that inhibit the growth of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, or mold.
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Apogee Now Shipping ClipMic Digital 2 Lavalier Microphone
May 28, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Apogee Now Shipping ClipMic Digital 2 Lavalier Microphone

The Apogee ClipMic digital 2 is a perfect personal microphone solution for interviews, narration, lessons, auditions, and conferencing. The compact lavalier microphone capsule, combined with Apogee’s analog-to-digital conversion and low-noise mic preamplifier technology allows ClipMic digital 2 to record and stream audio to any mobile device or laptop with excellent sound quality. Now shipping.
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USB Specification Revision Defines Up to 240W and 48V of Power Delivery Over USB Type-C
May 27, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

USB Specification Revision Defines Up to 240W and 48V of Power Delivery Over USB Type-C

The USB Promoter Group announced the release of the USB Power Delivery (USB PD) Revision 3.1 specification, a major update to enable delivering up to 240W of power over the USB Type-C cable and connector. While details of the implementations will need to be detailed, the revision responds to requirements from systems that benefit from USB PD, supporting also up to 48V fixed voltages.
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House of Marley Launches Newest Active Noise Cancelling Headphones With Positive Vibration XL ANC
May 25, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

House of Marley Launches Newest Active Noise Cancelling Headphones With Positive Vibration XL ANC

The next evolution in the eco-consciously designed Positive Vibration series from House of Marley delivers added features and comfort for an affordable, uninterrupted listening experience. The new Positive Vibration XL ANC over-ear wireless headphones is an upgrade to the popular Positive Vibration XL model, now offering a more premium listening experience featuring active noise cancellation with added comfort and extended battery life.
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