All items tagged with hi-res audio (132)
Kii Audio Integrates Qobuz Connect Into Kii SEVEN With Free Firmware Upgrade
August 29, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Kii Audio Integrates Qobuz Connect Into Kii SEVEN With Free Firmware Upgrade

Since Qobuz introduced its direct streaming feature that offers simplified control and seamless continuity between devices in May 2025, it is triggering a series of announcements that reveal which systems are truly future-proofed and allow technology updates. Audio components such as network streamers and media players should continuously evolve and expand their capabilities over time. But for connected, active loudspeakers, this is relatively new. Qobuz Connect is now available in the Kii SEVEN high-end wireless music system through a simple free firmware update.
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USound MEMS Speaker Powers New Flagship QCY MeloBuds N70 TWS Earbuds
August 28, 2025 by Joao Martins

USound MEMS Speaker Powers New Flagship QCY MeloBuds N70 TWS Earbuds

USound announced that its micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) speaker technology is a fundamental component contributing to the innovation implemented in the newly launched QCY MeloBuds N70 earbuds. QCY’s newly launched MeloBuds N70 earbuds combine Hi-Res audio and advanced noise cancellation, setting a new benchmark in true wireless sound quality. In a major step for the Austrian MEMS speaker pioneer, the MeloBuds N70 integrate QCY’s DualCore Acoustic System, combining a ring-shaped dynamic driver with the USound MEMS speaker.
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StreamUnlimited Brings AES67-Based Multiroom Audio to IFA 2025
August 13, 2025 by Joao Martins

StreamUnlimited Brings AES67-Based Multiroom Audio to IFA 2025

StreamUnlimited Engineering is heading to IFA 2025 in Berlin (September 5-9 - Hall 11.2, Booth 261), offering an early look at its upcoming multiroom audio implementation, currently in development as part of StreamSDK. Supporting native playback of high-resolution audio, delivered via Ethernet and Wi-Fi transmission, expanded sampling rates, and AES67-based integration, this next-generation solution marks a significant evolution in distributed audio systems.
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KEF Introduces Signature XIO Soundbar with Multi-Driver and Processing Innovations
July 8, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

KEF Introduces Signature XIO Soundbar with Multi-Driver and Processing Innovations

Aiming for both hifi-level and cinematic sound experiences, KEF announced the XIO Soundbar, an ambitious design in a competitive space that requires strong differentiation. Showcasing a sleek aluminium top plate and splash-proof fabric for style and durability, the XIO’s design will complement any space, featuring adaptive shelf and wall modes. An uncompromising home entertainment system from TV and movies to music and gaming, the XIO combines a remarkable suite of technical innovations.
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Ceva RealSpace Software Adds Immersive Spatial Audio to Nothing Headphones and Earbuds
July 3, 2025 by Joao Martins

Ceva RealSpace Software Adds Immersive Spatial Audio to Nothing Headphones and Earbuds

In a move that pushes the boundaries of personal audio, Ceva announced a new collaboration with London-based lifestyle consumer brand Nothing to bring Ceva's RealSpace Spatial Audio Software to its upcoming audio lineup. Ceva will power enhanced listening experiences across the Nothing and CMF sub-brand audio product lines, including the newly announced Nothing Headphone, which is the company’s first entry into the over-ear style audio device, developed in cooperation with KEF.
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Bluesound Introduces New Powernode High-Performance Streaming Amplifier
June 25, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Bluesound Introduces New Powernode High-Performance Streaming Amplifier

Bluesound announced the launch of its new Powernode, a next-generation wireless music streaming amplifier that brings high-resolution performance and simplified AV integration into one modern component. Building on the brand’s legacy as the first to combine hi-res, multiroom streaming with advanced Class-D amplifier technology, the new Powernode offers 100 watts per channel or 80W x3 with center channel support of refined DirectDigital amplification for more power and lower distortion sound.
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Sennheiser BTD 700 Adds Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast Support to Any Source
June 3, 2025 by Joao Martins

Sennheiser BTD 700 Adds Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast Support to Any Source

Sennheiser unveiled a high-performance Bluetooth dongle designed to improve the wireless audio experience and unleash the full potential of its current wireless headphones and earbuds supporting Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast. The new Sennheiser BTD 700 dongle also adds support for aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive codecs while opening up low-latency gaming possibilities. An effective single plug-and-play solution that accelerates the benefits of the latest Bluetooth updates.
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Bluetooth Roadmap: The Promise of Wireless Audio Realized?
May 29, 2025 by Joao Martins

Bluetooth Roadmap: The Promise of Wireless Audio Realized?

Hope is on the way for High-Quality Wireless Audio. The Bluetooth SIG is accelerating its technology updates and anticipating an ambitious roadmap of technology updates. With more than 50 active enhancement projects in process for upcoming specifications, including High Data Throughput, Bluetooth will evolve to support lossless codecs, high-resolution audio, and even multichannel formats. What should we expect next from Bluetooth?
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Qobuz Launches Qobuz Connect at High End 2025
May 20, 2025 by Joao Martins

Qobuz Launches Qobuz Connect at High End 2025

Qobuz, the French high-quality music streaming and download platform, is the latest to launch a direct streaming feature that offers simplified control and seamless continuity between devices. Qobuz Connect enables users to stream music directly using Qobuz to control their compatible hifi devices without the need for third-party applications, while benefiting from the best possible sound quality.
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Pure Audio Streaming Unveils Exclusive Early Adopter Program at High End Munich 2025
May 5, 2025 by audioXpress Staff

Pure Audio Streaming Unveils Exclusive Early Adopter Program at High End Munich 2025

Pure Audio, the pioneering lossless and immersive streaming service originally announced in May 2024, expanding from its original label model releasing content in physical Blu-ray discs, will finally start its high-fidelity streaming service operations. The company, now called Pure Audio Streaming, is promoting media events and launching an exclusive early adopter program at High End Munich 2025 (May 15-18), planning to start operations in July 2025.
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