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Cirrus Logic Announces Reference Platform for Lightning-Based Audio Development
July 1, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Cirrus Logic Announces Reference Platform for Lightning-Based Audio Development

With the market preparing for a major transition to digital audio connections using USB-C and Apple Lightning interfaces, audio companies are faced with a dilemma. Either they wait until the USB Implementers Forum finishes and publishes its final USB class audio specification for USB 3.1, or they start developing for Lightning-based systems, knowing that they will have an head-start and products on the market (at least for Apple’s platforms). Knowing this, Cirrus Logic just announced a new MFi Headset Development Kit that simplifies design of Lightning-based audio accessories.
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Conexant Brings Active Noise Cancellation and Ambient Inclusion to USB-C Headsets
June 29, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Conexant Brings Active Noise Cancellation and Ambient Inclusion to USB-C Headsets

At Mobile World Congress Shanghai (29 Jun. - July 1, 2016), Conexant Systems introduced their new CX20888, an Audio Stereo CODEC that is the first single-chip solution to allow USB-C-compliant active noise cancellation (ANC) and ambient noise inclusion in headsets. This new USB-C solution features an integrated ARM Cortex M0+ MCU and Class-H headphone amplifier, enabling new class of features for smartphone, PC and gaming headsets. Its active noise cancellation eliminates up to 30dB of external sound, for a clearer, more enjoyable listening experience.
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Microchip Announces Next-Generation Bluetooth 4.2 Solutions with Easy-to-Use Interface and Embedded Scripting Capability
June 22, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Microchip Announces Next-Generation Bluetooth 4.2 Solutions with Easy-to-Use Interface and Embedded Scripting Capability

Microchip Technology announced two next-generation Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) solutions with an easy-to-use ASCII-style command interface that makes the devices easy to configure and eliminates any complicated code compiling. The RN4870 and RN4871 support the latest Bluetooth 4.2 specification and have a Bluetooth stack on board with a scripting engine to enable standalone operation and eliminate microcontroller (MCU) use for simple applications.
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Hammond Introduces Miniature Enclosures Optimized For USB Interconnect
June 20, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Hammond Introduces Miniature Enclosures Optimized For USB Interconnect

To house small PCBs using USB as the external power and signal interconnect, Hammond Manufacturing has extended its popular 1551 miniature family of IP54 ABS enclosures. This allows the development of USB powered products, leveraging the latest USB 3.1 10Gbits/s standard with generous internal room for PCBs. All versions feature a dedicated cut-out for a standard USB Type A plug in one end and have a recess in the lid for an inlay, label or HMI keypad.
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New Analog Devices SHARC Processor Platform Delivers Superior Sound Experience in Audio System Applications
June 17, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

New Analog Devices SHARC Processor Platform Delivers Superior Sound Experience in Audio System Applications

Analog Devices announced the addition of ADSP-SC57x and ADSP-2157x processors to its growing series of single-chip multicore SHARC processors. By combining ADI’s SHARC technology with ARM Cortex-A5 system control capability, the series provides a high performance, low cost solution for complex applications such as Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or active noise cancellation with performance headroom remaining for further audio post-processing. Target applications include automotive premium audio, consumer and pro-audio, and industrial systems that require high floating-point performance.
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DisplayLink Announces World First Quad 4K p60 Monitors Connected Over a Single USB Standard-A and Type-C Cable
June 7, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

DisplayLink Announces World First Quad 4K p60 Monitors Connected Over a Single USB Standard-A and Type-C Cable

Graphics technology provider, DisplayLink, announced a world first, connecting Four 4K p60 Ultra HD Monitors via a single USB connection at Computex 2016 using their latest DL-6000 series Docking Chipset. With this demonstration, DisplayLink introduces hardware and software solutions to enable easy connectivity between monitors and computing devices over standard USB interfaces.
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Silicon Labs Complete USB Type-C Reference Design Now Available for Developers
June 6, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Silicon Labs Complete USB Type-C Reference Design Now Available for Developers

Silicon Labs has introduced a comprehensive reference design that reduces the cost and complexity of developing cables and cable adapters based on the USB Type-C specification. Silicon Labs’ new USB Type-C reference design features cost-effective, ultra-low-power EFM8 microcontrollers (MCUs), USB Power Delivery (PD) protocol stacks certified by the USB Implementation Forum (USB-IF), and USB Billboard Device source code.
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Conexant’s AudioSmart Technology Enables Notebook PC With Microsoft Skype for Business Certification as a Group Speakerphone
June 6, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Conexant’s AudioSmart Technology Enables Notebook PC With Microsoft Skype for Business Certification as a Group Speakerphone

Conexant’s AudioSmart 3.0 audio technology is making interactions with intelligent personal assistants more informed and productive. Conexant showcased the world’s first PC to receive Microsoft Skype for Business certification as a Group Speakerphone – along with its four-microphone, far-field voice input pre-processing technology and context-aware control automation software, introducing a suite of technologies that intelligently sense context, leveraging information about how a device is being used to automatically optimize the end-user experience.
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Analog Devices Simplifies Wireless System Design with RadioVerse Technology and Design Ecosystem
May 26, 2016 by audioXpress Staff

Analog Devices Simplifies Wireless System Design with RadioVerse Technology and Design Ecosystem

Analog Devices unveiled its RadioVerse technology and design ecosystem, which provides integrated transceiver technologies, a robust design environment, and market-specific technical expertise to move new radio designs from concept to creation quickly. This new ecosystem includes the AD9371 integrated wideband RF transceiver, enabling simple, versatile solutions for wireless infrastructure, and instrumentation applications.
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Analog SPDT Switch from Diodes Features Low RON for Signal Multiplexing in Consumer Audio Products
May 24, 2016 by Cristina Costa

Analog SPDT Switch from Diodes Features Low RON for Signal Multiplexing in Consumer Audio Products

Diodes Incorporated announced the 74LVC1G3157, a single-pole, double-throw analog switch designed for multiplexing digital or analog signals. Its low on-state resistance ensures high integrity when routing audio signals, making this switching solution well-suited for a wide range of advanced consumer electronics from cell phones, tablets and e-readers to personal music players, hand-held games, satellite navigation and other audio equipment.
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