All items tagged with product design (378)
Ansys Releases Discovery Design Software with Integrated Physics Simulation
July 20, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Ansys Releases Discovery Design Software with Integrated Physics Simulation

Ansys released the new Ansys Discovery, a next generation, easier-to-use, product design software that the company says is its first simulation-driven design tool to combine instant physics simulation, Ansys' proven high-fidelity simulation and interactive geometry modeling into a single design exploration application. The new software is said to reduce engineering labor costs by 26%, enable evaluation of 60% more design alternatives, and slash physical testing and safety costs by 19%.
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Australian Design Firm Pantheone Audio Launches Pantheone I Amazon Alexa-Enabled Speaker
July 9, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Australian Design Firm Pantheone Audio Launches Pantheone I Amazon Alexa-Enabled Speaker

Pantheone Audio, a new Australian design firm that focuses on creating beautifully designed pieces of art and décor that also serve as state-of-the-art sound systems, launched its first product in the United States, Pantheone I. Created by international designers and engineers, Pantheone I is the largest multi-room, Alexa-enabled sound system that is built into a minimalistic, handmade resin sculpture that seamlessly fits into home interior designs.
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New Earphone True Wireless Design With ANC Explores a Different Approach to End Ear Discomfort
June 29, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

New Earphone True Wireless Design With ANC Explores a Different Approach to End Ear Discomfort

Korean technology startup NeoPon is bringing to market a new earphone that promises to eliminate the discomfort experienced from wearing earbuds for prolonged periods. This is the company's second design with a bendable earphone, which is now being promoted on Kickstarter. The design is intended to prevent all the unintended consequences of current inside-the-ear or loose fit designs, by not applying pressure on ear canals and featuring an adjustable structure that stays in place. The NeoPon 2 earphones also feature active noise cancelling and a flexible hook with adjustable microphone.
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Audio Engineering Society Introduces Audio Product Education Institute and First Interactive Voice Con Online Event
June 16, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Audio Engineering Society Introduces Audio Product Education Institute and First Interactive Voice Con Online Event

The Audio Product Education Institute (APEI) is an initiative of the Audio Engineering Society (AES) that is committed to furthering the knowledge and skills of professionals involved in the development of audio products. The new entity will present Interactive Voice Con, an online program designed to address real-world experiences in Voice Integrated Product Development. The first presentation will take place July 9, 2020 and registration is now open.
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Technics SL-1210GAE 55th Anniversary Limited Edition Direct Drive Turntable
May 29, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Technics SL-1210GAE 55th Anniversary Limited Edition Direct Drive Turntable

Technics released the SL-1210GAE Limited Edition direct drive turntable to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the brand. This special model is based on the internationally acclaimed Grand Class SL-1200G hi-fi turntable and features a full black color scheme which has already proved popular with other recent Technics products. The SL-1210GAE will be available from June 2020 and only 1000 units will be sold in the world.
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Cirrus Logic Launches Advanced Haptic and Sensing IC Solutions for Richer, Immersive User Experiences
May 28, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Cirrus Logic Launches Advanced Haptic and Sensing IC Solutions for Richer, Immersive User Experiences

With the goal of elevating the user experience for a wide range of consumer devices, Cirrus Logic is leveraging its low-power, low-latency mixed-signal processing technology to develop an advanced product portfolio of haptic and sensing integrated circuits (ICs) that enable increased functionality and sleek buttonless designs for smartphones, PCs, wearables, gaming, virtual reality and automotive applications. Cirrus Logic’s haptic products and sophisticated haptic feedback technology enable sleeker, more robust end products with fewer mechanical controls for new responsive and immersive user experiences.
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Comply Foam Launches Tips for Apple AirPods Pro
April 27, 2020 by Joao Martins

Comply Foam Launches Tips for Apple AirPods Pro

It wasn't an easy development, but as the largest supplier of foam tips for earbuds, Comply Foam needed to respond to the challenge. Plus, it promised to be a very profitable investment, given the many million AirPods that Apple sells, compared with other earbud models which the company also serves with dedicated tips, in different materials and multiple sizes. After a series of delays caused by the current pandemic situation, the new Comply Foam Tips compatible with AirPods Pro are now available for $24.99.
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audioXpress Article Opportunity—Share Your Projects and Designs!
April 3, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress Article Opportunity—Share Your Projects and Designs!

Have you recently completed a project and are interested in sharing your build or product design concept with others? Consider writing an article for audioXpress magazine. We welcome new ideas on analog or digital circuits, hardware and software, wired and wireless. We also publish articles on sound theory, tubes, and vintage audio. Submit an article. Be paid for publication.
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Aipower Wearbuds Are True Wireless Earbuds Housed in a Fitness Tracking Wristband
November 27, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Aipower Wearbuds Are True Wireless Earbuds Housed in a Fitness Tracking Wristband

Why put your earbuds in the pocket when not in use, if they can be in your wrist, charging to be ready again when needed? And what if a wristband could also be a charger and a fitness tracking device at the same time? Wearables and Hearables combined, that is what Aipower proposes, with the Wearbuds, the world's first wristband-housed true wireless earbuds. Designed for ultra portability, and fitness tracking, Wearbuds are now available after a Kickstarter campaign.
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Version 5.5 of COMSOL Multiphysics Is Now Available
November 15, 2019 by David Logvin

Version 5.5 of COMSOL Multiphysics Is Now Available

COMSOL, the multiphysics modeling, simulation, and application design and deployment software company, announced the latest version of its COMSOL Multiphysics software. COMSOL Multiphysics version 5.5 introduces powerful geometry modeling tools, faster solvers, and two new products: the Metal Processing Module and the Porous Media Flow Module. Most of the new features and tools benefit directly all developers working with the COMSOL Acoustics module.
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