All items tagged with haptics (17)

Feelbelt Haptic Technology Redefines the Audio Experience

January 22, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Feelbelt Haptic Technology Redefines the Audio Experience

Sensit! announced the official market availability of the Feelbelt in the United States. This haptic feedback solution converts the full frequency spectrum of an audio program into haptic feedback in the form of vibrations using the company's patented software. 10 independent pulse generators transmit sounds around the body inducing the perception of directions, distance, and highs and lows of the individual tones.

Harman Automotive Transforms In-Cabin Experience at CES 2024

January 11, 2024 by Joao Martins

Harman Automotive Transforms In-Cabin Experience at CES 2024

Showcasing with Samsung and other industry partners at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Harman’s new automotive products redefine possibilities inside the car. At CES 2024, the multinational unveiled its latest lineup of automotive products that will equip OEMs with the ability to deliver new in-cabin features and content. In the audio front, Harman introduced SeatSonic, a new approach to traditional in-cabin audio, moving speakers into the seats. New entertainment experiences that will be in-market in 2024.

Meridian Audio Debuts Next-Generation DSP Audio Technologies at CES 2024

January 8, 2024 by Joao Martins

Meridian Audio Debuts Next-Generation DSP Audio Technologies at CES 2024

During CES 2024, British audio pioneer Meridian Audio will demonstrate the ability of next-generation digital signal processing technologies to substantially upgrade the immersive listening experiences achieved by existing premium hardware. Meridian will present solutions to address the acoustic challenges in Electric Vehicles, second-generation vibrohaptics, next-generation DSP modules, at par with new consumer concepts for soundbars and home audio solutions.

Sphere Las Vegas Equipped with Powersoft Audio Amplifiers and Haptic Seating

October 19, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Sphere Las Vegas Equipped with Powersoft Audio Amplifiers and Haptic Seating

Powersoft supplied 167,000 audio channels of its energy-efficient amplification for Sphere Immersive Sound, the most advanced concert audio system on the planet, part of the the $2.3 billion venture inaugurated September 29. In addition to providing audio amplifiers for the resident Holoplot sound system, Powersoft equipped Sphere's groundbreaking venue with 10,000 haptic seats using its Mover infrasound shakers with patented moving-magnet technology.

SUBPAC and JLR Partner to Bring A New Dimension of Sound to Range Rover

May 31, 2023 by Joao Martins

SUBPAC and JLR Partner to Bring A New Dimension of Sound to Range Rover

High-fidelity tactile audio company, SUBPAC, teamed up with Jaguar Land-Rover (JLR) to improve the in-vehicle audio experience in the new Range Rover Sport SV Edition One system. The tactile experience was added to the Body and Soul Seat (BASS), which delivers audio vibrations allowing front-seat occupants to actually feel the music. According to the companies, this new approach to sound in-vehicle comes complete with wellness benefits, too, setting a new standard in immersive audio.

Experiential Technology in Vehicles: A Call for Innovation for the Future of Auto Infotainment

May 18, 2023 by Val Salomaki

Experiential Technology in Vehicles: A Call for Innovation for the Future of Auto Infotainment

EDGE Sound Research is a company pioneering "embodied audio," a new form of sound reproduction that combines both auditory and physical sensations of sound in an optimized and singular embodiment. The technology is based on co-founder Ethan Castro’s experiences and research as a hard-of-hearing audio engineer and Ph.D. candidate in digital composition. The team's ResonX technology is currently being deployed through partnerships and collaborations with professional sports stadiums and concert venues.

Skullcandy Unveils Crusher ANC 2 Headphones Combining Haptics with Active Noise Canceling

May 16, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Skullcandy Unveils Crusher ANC 2 Headphones Combining Haptics with Active Noise Canceling

Skullcandy announced the release of their all new Crusher ANC 2 Headphones, the newest edition to the haptic bass-thumping Crusher range. The headphones take Skullcandy's patented Adjustable Sensory Bass to the next level with the addition of Active Noise Canceling, upgradable features, hands-free voice control and more. With up to 60 hours of battery life, rapid charge technology and customizable EQ modes, the new Skullcandy headphones are ideal for users looking for a next-level immersive audio experience.

Meridian Audio Introduces Engineered by Meridian Automotive Technology Consultancy

May 3, 2023 by Joao Martins

Meridian Audio Introduces Engineered by Meridian Automotive Technology Consultancy

Meridian Audio has created Engineered by Meridian (EbM) as a new automotive audio consultancy that will make the British company’s audio technologies and expertise available to vehicle manufacturers worldwide. EbM will leverage the company's expertise in psychoacoustics, Digital Signal Processing and vehicle integration, supporting the transition to new immersive, ultra-high quality acoustic and mixed media in-car experiences.

Synaptics Resonate Offers Integrated Audio and Haptics Solution for Embedded Displays

March 20, 2023 by Joao Martins

Synaptics Resonate Offers Integrated Audio and Haptics Solution for Embedded Displays

Following successful demonstrations at CES 2023 and Embedded World 2023 - and other tradeshows and events in between - Synaptics has officially announced the availability of its Synaptics Resonate solution that uses a display's surface as a sound and haptics transducer. The Resonate solution combines amplifiers, DSP, and algorithms uniquely designed to drive lower than 1mm thick piezo transducers, attached to any surface.

Building a Haptic Dimension: The Science Behind the Taction Transporter

March 2, 2023 by James Biggs and John Steinberg

Building a Haptic Dimension: The Science Behind the Taction Transporter

Haptic motors are finding applications in gaming, music, VR/AR, and therapeutic/wellness. The Transporter is a patented transducer that delivers faster more accurate bass and is designed to work with the main audio driver in headphones. It subtly vibrates against the user’s skin to produce an extra dimension that can be described as a high-fidelity extension. Silmon J. Biggs and John Steinberg, the two masterminds behind Taction Technology share the story of this development. This article was originally published in audioXpress, January 2023.

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