All items tagged with wireless audio (365)
Apple Launches iOS 11.4 with AirPlay 2 to Enable HomePod Stereo Pairs and Multi-Room Audio
May 30, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

Apple Launches iOS 11.4 with AirPlay 2 to Enable HomePod Stereo Pairs and Multi-Room Audio

Apple has confirmed that its latest mobile operating system iOS 11.4 is now available introducing the much anticipated AirPlay 2 updated technology, which enables Apple's own smart speaker to be configured as stereo pairs and to work in multi-room mode. AirPlay 2 will be also supported by several other audio manufacturers. Apple also confirmed that HomePod will be available in Canada, France and Germany, starting June 18.
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On the Backstage of Eurovision Song Contest 2018
May 10, 2018 by Joao Martins

On the Backstage of Eurovision Song Contest 2018

Imagine that you had to compose a 3-minute song that would represent your country in the largest song contest, televised live to 200 million viewers - the world's largest live music broadcast event. You have exactly 3 minutes to conquer the preferences of professional judges and each country's TV audience, knowing that a large number of people (and the majority in some countries) would vote simply based on their sympathy for neighbouring countries, cultural affinity, or artist recognition, given that no country can vote for its own song.
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WiSA Expands Global Presence with Four New Members Planning 2018 Product Launches
April 11, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

WiSA Expands Global Presence with Four New Members Planning 2018 Product Launches

The Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association, an industry group dedicated to bringing high resolution, wireless, multi-channel audio products to the home theater market, announced GoldenEar, Electrocompaniet, Almando and Primare as its newest members. The four new member companies will join the strong and growing list of WiSA members that already includes LG, Harman International, VOXX International, Klipsch, Xbox, Axiim, Enclave and more.
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VocoPro Launches Digital Wireless Audio Transmitter and Receiver for Powered Speakers
January 22, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

VocoPro Launches Digital Wireless Audio Transmitter and Receiver for Powered Speakers

For bands who are tired of working within the limits of speaker cables during their PA setup, karaoke specialist VocoPro announced its new DigiNet, a professional digital wireless audio transmitter and receiver package for powered speakers to create a completely wireless PA experience. The VocoPro DigiNet System provides an affordable, plug-and-play digital transmission solution.
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LG Electronics Partners with Meridian Audio on New Speaker Designs for CES 2018
December 28, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

LG Electronics Partners with Meridian Audio on New Speaker Designs for CES 2018

LG Electronics (LG) and Meridian Audio have announced a partnership on the development of new consumer audio products. The first results of the partnership will be presented at CES 2018, and include a Dolby Atmos soundbar, portable speakers, and the LG ThinQ smart speaker, featuring Google Assistant voice recognition. LG wants to combine its consumer electronics expertise with Meridian’s audio technologies to deliver "high-performance audio to more people across the world."
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Axiim to Showcase Wireless Home Theater Solution For Xbox One And Windows 10 PCs at CES 2018
December 12, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Axiim to Showcase Wireless Home Theater Solution For Xbox One And Windows 10 PCs at CES 2018

Axiim, a designer and manufacturer of wireless audio/video home theater products, announced that it will showcase the first wireless home theater solution designed for Xbox One and Windows 10 PCs, the Axiim Link HD wireless speaker system. All Axiim products leverage the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association technology that ensures interoperability between member brands.
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VOXX International Expands Membership with the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association
November 14, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

VOXX International Expands Membership with the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association

VOXX International Corporation has significantly expanded its membership with the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association to support interoperability across its portfolio of brands. As a WiSA member, VOXX International’s family of brands have access to the WiSA specification, technical support and testing protocols necessary to bring interoperable, wireless home theater products to market.
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HARMAN International Joins the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association
October 12, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

HARMAN International Joins the Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association

The Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association, an industry group dedicated to bringing high resolution, wireless, multi-channel audio products to the home theater market, announced HARMAN International as its newest member. Will this signal a comeback for what it was a great technology proposition? It was successfully implemented and is still used by Bang & Olufsen and Klipsch, among other companies. And the audio industry certainly needs it.
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u‑blox Launches NINA-B3 Full-featured Bluetooth 5 Modules
October 4, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

u‑blox Launches NINA-B3 Full-featured Bluetooth 5 Modules

Swiss company, u‑blox, specializing in wireless and positioning modules and chips, announced the launch of its full Bluetooth 5 compliant NINA-B3 wireless MCU (microcontroller unit) module. Featuring Bluetooth low energy long range connectivity, high data transfer rates and supporting Bluetooth mesh and 802.15.4, NINA‑B3 caters to applications in smart buildings, smart cities, and the Industry 4.0, including home automation systems, sensor networks, and high-quality wireless audio applications.
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Electrocompaniet Announces North American Launch of EC Living at CEDIA 2017
September 11, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Electrocompaniet Announces North American Launch of EC Living at CEDIA 2017

Electrocompaniet, the world-renowned manufacturer of high performance audio components, launched its new brand, EC Living, at CEDIA 2017. Combining beautifully styled, consumer-focused models and installer-centric products for discreet applications, the EC Living brand carries the high performance audio DNA for which Electrocompaniet is best known. EC Living products provide wireless, scalable solutions to deliver hi-res audio throughout the home.
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