All items tagged with Wi-Fi (173)
Texas Instruments Unifies Smart Home Connected Ecosystems with Matter-Enabled SimpleLink Wireless MCUs
November 22, 2022 by Cristina Costa

Texas Instruments Unifies Smart Home Connected Ecosystems with Matter-Enabled SimpleLink Wireless MCUs

Enabling smarter connections to the world around us, Texas Instruments (TI) introduced new Matter-enabled software development kits for Wi-Fi and Thread SimpleLink wireless microcontrollers (MCUs) that will streamline adoption of the Matter protocol in connected applications (also named sometimes as Internet of Things or IoT). The software builds on TI’s close involvement with the Connectivity Standards Alliance and innovation in the 2.4-GHz connectivity space.
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Wireless Audio, Installation Audio, and Multiroom Improvements in audioXpress December 2022
November 11, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Wireless Audio, Installation Audio, and Multiroom Improvements in audioXpress December 2022

Get the full update on audio technologies for Installation, Distributed Audio, and Multiroom, learn how the Klippel NFS was used for measuring Holoplot's X1 Matrix Array compensation algorithm capabilities, and read about the multiple technologies Improving Wireless Audio, including using Ultra-Wideband (UWB) for high-quality wireless audio streaming. Learn how to calculate RIAA parts values for phono amps, discover lesser-known tubes used for audio applications, and much more.
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Devialet Introduces Devialet Mania Portable Smart Speaker
November 8, 2022 by Joao Martins

Devialet Introduces Devialet Mania Portable Smart Speaker

Devialet dropped another surprise product, this time with a new compact smart speaker that is also the brand's first custom-designed battery-operated multiroom wireless speaker. Inheriting technology from the unique Devialet Phantom, the new Mania features adaptive cross stereo that generates expansive 360° stereo sound, with a soundstage that morphs and adapts to any physical space. The Mania is Alexa-enabled and powered by four ARM Cortex-A53 1.4Ghz processors.
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WiSA Technologies Announces Program to License its Wireless Multichannel Audio Technology
October 26, 2022 by Joao Martins

WiSA Technologies Announces Program to License its Wireless Multichannel Audio Technology

WiSA Technologies announced a licensing program for its high-quality, multichannel wireless WiSA E software. Expanding from its original, hardware-based module approach, the new software licensing program is targeted towards HDTV platforms and speaker manufacturers. WiSA E is an interoperable audio software/IP solution designed for wireless sound technology on TV and Wi-Fi SoC platforms, enabling built-in transmission capabilities of high-quality multichannel audio streams.
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Matter 1.0 Standard Arrives and Certification Program is Here!
October 5, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Matter 1.0 Standard Arrives and Certification Program is Here!

The Connectivity Standards Alliance, the international community of more than 550 technology companies committed to open standards for the Internet of Things, announced today the release of the Matter 1.0 specification and the opening of the Matter certification program. Member companies who make up all facets of the connected Internet of Things and Smart Home now have a complete program for bringing the next generation of interoperable products that work across brands and platforms to market with greater privacy, security, and simplicity for consumers.
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Ubilite Introduces Wi-Fi SoC With Less-Than-Bluetooth Power Consumption
September 14, 2022 by Joao Martins

Ubilite Introduces Wi-Fi SoC With Less-Than-Bluetooth Power Consumption

Ubilite announced the immediate availability of its UBI206 platform and SoC, targeted specifically for ultra-low power wireless applications. The UBI206 is a highly integrated single device that enables a vast number of connected products with a minimal number of external components. Although originally designed targeting industrial IoT applications, the chip enables truly ultra-low power Wi-Fi audio streaming solutions with a 10-fold improvement in power consumption.
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Nordic Semiconductor Announces Its First Wi-Fi Chip
August 19, 2022 by Cristina Costa

Nordic Semiconductor Announces Its First Wi-Fi Chip

Following the acquisition of the Wi-Fi development team, core Wi-Fi expertise, and Wi-Fi IP tech assets of Imagination Technologies Group in 2020, Nordic Semiconductor announced its entry into the Wi-Fi wireless market with the introduction of the nRF7002, an ultra-low power, dual-band Wi-Fi 6 companion IC. The launch enables Nordic Semiconductor to offer all three of the world’s most popular wireless connectivity technologies: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and cellular, paving the way for new market opportunities.
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NTi Audio Introduces XL3 Acoustic Analyzer and Sound Level Meter
June 16, 2022 by Joao Martins

NTi Audio Introduces XL3 Acoustic Analyzer and Sound Level Meter

NTi Audio announced its latest generation handheld measurement solution, the XL3 Acoustic Analyzer. This is a completely new design, evolving from the extremely popular XL2, adding USB-C, wireless web connectivity, a large color touchscreen, and multi-language interface. The XL3 is a complete professional sound level meter and acoustic analyzer dedicated to noise measurements, room acoustics and building acoustics applications, complemented by a range of optional software modules and functions.
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New WiSA 2.4GHz Multichannel DS Audio Soundbar Module Demonstrates Better Reliability than Higher-Cost 5GHz Modules
June 6, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

New WiSA 2.4GHz Multichannel DS Audio Soundbar Module Demonstrates Better Reliability than Higher-Cost 5GHz Modules

WiSA Technologies announced the results of an independent lab testing of its new DS 2.4GHz multichannel wireless audio module which is designed specifically for soundbars with wireless rear speakers and a subwoofer. The testing compares the reliability of the DS module in a typical home environment to the reliability of two of the market-leading competitive solutions.
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LEA Professional High Power 1500 Watt per Channel Cloud-Enabled Amplifiers Now Available
June 2, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

LEA Professional High Power 1500 Watt per Channel Cloud-Enabled Amplifiers Now Available

Underscoring their commitment of listening to pro audio integrators and installers and responding with technologies that meet their needs, LEA Professional, the South Bend, Indiana manufacturer of connected pro-audio amplifiers with cloud support, is now accepting orders for and shipping its new Connect Series 1504. This new high-power amplifier promises to reset the standard in the segment for large installation deployments.
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