All items tagged with IFA2016 (23)

September 6, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

DTS Play-Fi Wireless Audio Ecosystem Expands with Pioneer And Onkyo and Support for Wireless Surround

Wireless audio technologies for whole-home and home theater applications are reaching a turning point with major industry players announcing key partnerships and key brand wins. Pioneer and Onkyo are the latest names to confirm an agreement to extend DTS Play-Fi technology across product lines worldwide. DTS also announced that its Play-Fi ecosystem will now support wireless surround functionality and integration with European music service Qobuz.

Audeze Announces iSINE Series In-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones

September 5, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Audeze Announces iSINE Series In-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones

Audeze launched its first in-ear headphones with planar magnetic technology, leveraging all the technology of its LCD series, including patented Fluxor magnets and Fazor waveguides. The new iSINE Series models range in price from only $399 to $599, including Audeze’s Lightning cable. For the new in-ear headphones, Audeze worked closely with BMW’s DesignworksUSA, designing housings that minimize reflections and diffractions and to ensure a comfortable, secure fit, in a smaller, lighter package. At 20 grams, these are the lightest planar headphones so far.

Jabra Unveils Elite Sport Advanced True Wireless Sports Earbuds

September 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Jabra Unveils Elite Sport Advanced True Wireless Sports Earbuds

True wireless earbuds or hearables seem to be the focus for most of the audio brands in the consumer electronics industry. Given the technology convergence with audiology and communication solutions in this area, we shouldn’t be surprised to see announcements from company leaders in those segments as well. Now, at IFA 2016, Jabra launched its first true wireless earbuds under its new Elite franchise with the promise of superior sound, strong battery life, and advanced personalized fitness analysis.

Harman Announces JBL Playlist, First Google Cast Wireless Speaker

September 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Harman Announces JBL Playlist, First Google Cast Wireless Speaker

Harman is already the world’s #1 provider of wireless home audio devices achieving an 11% share of global home audio sales in 2015. Now, at IFA 2016, Harman announced its first Google Cast-enabled wireless home speaker, the JBL Playlist, allowing users to stream cloud-based music services and radio from smartphones, tablets or laptops. Frontier Silicon confirms its audio speaker development toolkit has been chosen by Harman to power the new JBL Playlist.

Sony Announces MDR-1000X Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones and Ultimate 'Signature Series' Audio Range at IFA 2016

September 3, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Sony Announces MDR-1000X Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones and Ultimate 'Signature Series' Audio Range at IFA 2016

Sony continued the High-Res Audio focus at IFA 2016, as shown at CES 2016 earlier this year. At the Berlin show, Sony introduced the new MDR-1000X Wireless Headphones with improved noise cancellation performance, while at the same time releasing its Ultimate 'Signature Series' Audio Range, combining reference MDR-Z1R headphones, NW-WM1Z and NW-WM1A Walkman players, and the TA-ZH1ES headphone amplifier. Unveiled for later release was Sony’s first hearable, the Xperia Ear.

Griffin Unveils iTrip Clip Bluetooth Adapter to Wirelessly Connect Headphones to Any Smartphone

September 2, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Griffin Unveils iTrip Clip Bluetooth Adapter to Wirelessly Connect Headphones to Any Smartphone

For all those users which are perfectly happy with their existing wired headphones and earphones but would like to have the convenience of wireless once in a while, Griffin Technology just announced a possible solution. The new Griffin Trip Clip converts any pair of wired headphones to wireless headphones, a simple yet powerful solution to wirelessly connect headphones, car stereos or home audio systems to any smartphone, for only $19.99.

Sennheiser Launches PXC 480 Wired Active Noise Cancelling Travel Headphones

September 2, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Launches PXC 480 Wired Active Noise Cancelling Travel Headphones

For all those that like to travel or focus on work using noise-cancelling headphones, Sennheiser has introduced the PXC 480 high-performance wired travel headphone. The new model shares the essence of the recently launched Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless, without the restrictions of shorter battery life. According to Sennheiser, the PXC 480 offers NoiseGard hybrid active noise cancellation, excellent comfort and an impressive battery life of up to 50 hours, making it the perfect travel companion.

RHA Unveils its First DAC/Headphone Amplifier Alongside Two In-Ear Headphones at IFA 2016

August 30, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

RHA Unveils its First DAC/Headphone Amplifier Alongside Two In-Ear Headphones at IFA 2016

British audio specialist RHA has announced that it will launch three new products as part of a collection of high-resolution personal audio equipment at IFA 2016. The new range includes the company’s first portable DAC and headphone amplifier, the Dacamp L1, and two high-resolution in-ear headphones, the flagship CL1 Ceramic and the stainless steel CL750. All three products will be available to audition at IFA 2016 in Berlin from 2-7 September, ahead of going on sale in October 2016.

New Generation of LG Bluetooth Speakers Pairs Versatility with Premium Sound

August 24, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

New Generation of LG Bluetooth Speakers Pairs Versatility with Premium Sound

LG Electronics (LG) is expanding its portfolio of portable Bluetooth-enabled speakers with a lineup of three new models set to debut at IFA 2016 in Berlin next month. Equipped with cutting-edge features and boasting new designs, the new LG portable Bluetooth speakers (models PH2, PH3 and PH4) serve as versatile audio solutions for all listener types who need portability to match their active lifestyles.

European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) Awards 2016-2017 in Audio Categories

August 17, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) Awards 2016-2017 in Audio Categories

An established annual tradition for more than 30 years, the prestigious European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) Awards, featuring more than 20 products in different audio categories, have been announced. Harman, Bluesound, Bowers & Wilkins, Chord, ELAC, Hegel, Marantz, Naim Audio, Pro-Ject, Sonos, Canton, DALI, Denon, Monitor Audio, Panasonic, Trinnov and Yamaha among the winners in Hi-Fi, mobile and home-theater categories. Winners for 2016-2017 will receive the awards at IFA Berlin 2016.

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