All items tagged with smartphones (114)

Cirrus Logic Introduces Industry’s Smallest, Low-Power Boosted Smart Audio Amplifier to Support Global Shift to Mobile Stereo

February 19, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Cirrus Logic Introduces Industry’s Smallest, Low-Power Boosted Smart Audio Amplifier to Support Global Shift to Mobile Stereo

To support the growing trend toward stereo audio in smartphones and portable devices, Cirrus Logic announced the new Cirrus Logic CS35L41 boosted smart power amplifier, based on 55nm process design. The new Class D amp delivers on the “big three” OEM requirements for mobile applications: enriched audio sound, efficient low-power management and a space-saving package. Featuring predictive algorithms, the power amp increases the audio volume when in speakerphone mode, while reducing noise and power consumption.

Consumer Technology Association Forecasts US Tech Revenue to Reach Record $398 Billion in 2019

January 10, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Consumer Technology Association Forecasts US Tech Revenue to Reach Record $398 Billion in 2019

Artificial intelligence (AI) and fast connectivity – critical ingredients for the next era of category leaders such as smartphones, smart home devices and smart speakers – will drive the U.S. consumer technology industry to a record-breaking $398 billion in retail revenues ($301 billion wholesale) in 2019 and 3.9 percent year-over-year (YOY) growth, which includes streaming services revenue, according to the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). A record growth anticipating the introduction of 5G smartphones and 8K TVs in 2019.

CEntrance Announces MixerFace R4R with Built-in SD Card Recorder

October 31, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

CEntrance Announces MixerFace R4R with Built-in SD Card Recorder

CEntrance announced the launch of MixerFace R4R, a new version of the acclaimed mobile recording interface that now comes with a built-in audio recorder. The new model retains all the features of its parent MixerFace R4, released in July 2018, but adds a built-in, "one-button record," stereo micro-SD card recorder for added in-the-field flexibility and extra recording redundancy. The new model is now shipping worldwide and costs $449.99 USD.

G-Audio Launches Loudness SDK for OTT and Music Streaming Platforms

October 17, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

G-Audio Launches Loudness SDK for OTT and Music Streaming Platforms

G-Audio, a next generation audio technology company dedicated to enhancing the listening experience for Extended-Reality (XR) and streaming media, launched its Sol Loudness SDK for streaming services, adding to its existing Sol SDK spatial audio rendering for 360° video. This new software solution smooths variations in loudness and provides continuity of perceived sound levels for OTT video and music streaming platforms, allowing platforms to provide a better audio experience for its subscribers.

Smart Speakers Driving New Music Consumption Habits, Says New AudienceNet Study

October 10, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Smart Speakers Driving New Music Consumption Habits, Says New AudienceNet Study

Music subscription services are gaining traction as the dominant way consumers listen to music, with smartphones and new devices, such as smart speakers, driving adoption of these services, especially among younger audiences. "Audiomonitor 2018: The Overall Music Listening Landscape," is a new report provided to the Music Business Association (Music Biz) from research firm AudienceNet. The report was based on a survey of a statistically and demographically representative sample of the US population (3000 participants, aged 16+).

Turing Space Industries Unveils Voice-Controlled and Lip-Reading HubblePhone

August 3, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Turing Space Industries Unveils Voice-Controlled and Lip-Reading HubblePhone

Hong Kong-based Turing Space Industries unveiled the company's plans for the HubblePhone, a futuristic device with an advanced vision system that the company states will be "the perfect blending of four products - a revolutionary multi-screen smartphone, a 5G communication device, a professional grade camera with advanced image and HD video editing software, and a mobile gaming console - in a never-seen-before versatile handheld device."

Sennheiser Launches Memory Mic Wireless Microphone for Smartphones

August 2, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Launches Memory Mic Wireless Microphone for Smartphones

Previewed earlier in 2018, Sennheiser launched the Memory Mic, a practical and reliable Bluetooth clip-on microphone that allows to record proper audio commentary and interviews when recording with a smartphone. The Memory Mic is an absolute must-have for mobile journalists which increasingly use their smartphones, offering a quick and simple way to capture documentary or commentary. The small, lightweight wireless microphone not only offers excellent-quality sound but also works at any distance from the smartphone.

Smart Speakers, Smart Home and Whole Home Wi-Fi Solutions to Reach Revenue Milestones Says Consumer Technology Association

August 1, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Smart Speakers, Smart Home and Whole Home Wi-Fi Solutions to Reach Revenue Milestones Says Consumer Technology Association

Artificial intelligence (AI), voice-recognition technology and fast connectivity – critical ingredients for smart speakers, smart home technologies and smartphones – will help spur overall U.S. consumer technology industry revenue to $377 billion in retail revenues in 2018, a six percent increase, according to the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The mid-year update of CTA’s flagship report, U.S. Consumer Technology Sales and Forecasts, also shows whole home Wi-Fi solutions and wireless earbuds will each cross the $1 billion wholesale revenue milestone for the first time this year.

OPPO Introduces VOOC Fast Charging Technology

August 1, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

OPPO Introduces VOOC Fast Charging Technology

Chinese smartphone maker OPPO announced a new critical fast-charging technology for mobile devices, allowing 4x faster charging speed than conventional chargers. OPPO's VOOC technology features a flash charging system that will make a smartphone ready to be used for the working hours of the day after just 30 minutes of charging. Even though OPPO doesn't explain how its VOOC technology relates to the latest USB Power Delivery specifications, the brand's latest smartphones do use a USB-C connector.

Pioneer Selects Cypress’ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Combo Solution for In-vehicle In-dash Receiver with Smartphone Mirroring

July 20, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Pioneer Selects Cypress’ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Combo Solution for In-vehicle In-dash Receiver with Smartphone Mirroring

Cypress Semiconductor announced that Pioneer Corporation has integrated Cypress’ Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Combo solution into its flagship in-dash navigation AV receiver. The Cypress Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo solution uses Real Simultaneous Dual Band (RSDB) technology so that Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can operate concurrently without degradation caused by switching back and forth between bands.

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