All items tagged with wireless audio (376)
Sonos Introduces Significantly Improved Move 2 Portable Speaker
September 8, 2023 by Joao Martins

Sonos Introduces Significantly Improved Move 2 Portable Speaker

Sonos debuted Move 2, the next generation of its original Move portable speaker, now with a dual tweeter design that delivers a more spacious stereo image, improved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and new touch controls. But the improved Move 2 also features an expanded battery life for up to 24 hours, a new Wireless Charging Base (included), plus new USB-C Line in and USB-C device charging, which expands its possibilities considerably. The Move 2 is rated IP56 for dust and water resistance, making it perfect for outdoor use.
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WiSA Association to Unveil First WISA DS Soundbar at CEDIA Expo 2023
September 7, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

WiSA Association to Unveil First WISA DS Soundbar at CEDIA Expo 2023

WiSA Association enters CEDIA Expo 2023 with new wireless multichannel technology designed specifically for soundbars and a growing roster of WiSA-enabled speakers, TVs and projectors from its engaged membership base. The Association’s CEDIA booth, in addition to its members’ booths throughout the show floor, will include a range of interoperable products that allow for immersive, wireless audio experiences in an instant. WiSA Certified and interoperable products from Savant, Bang & Olufsen, Dynaudio, Lithe Audio, Platin Audio, Hisense and more will highlight the adoption of WiSA’s wireless audio standard.
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Bluetooth LE Audio Development for Smart Hearables Seminar
September 6, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Bluetooth LE Audio Development for Smart Hearables Seminar

With the availability of the first platforms and sources, the window for Product Developers to leverage the potential of Bluetooth LE Audio products and create a strong impact at launch is now getting smaller. Learn how to bring LE Audio products to market now. Evolve Bluetooth Classic radio products and design for Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) radio. The Bluetooth LE Audio Development for Smart Hearables seminar is planned to take place in Q2 2024 at the Sonesta Silicon Valley, CA.
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Buchardt Audio Anniversary 10 Active Wireless Speakers Earn WiSA HT Interoperability Certification
September 5, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Buchardt Audio Anniversary 10 Active Wireless Speakers Earn WiSA HT Interoperability Certification

The Wireless Speaker and Audio (WiSA) Association, a subsidiary of WiSA Technologies, announced Buchardt Audio, an association member, has achieved WiSA Home Theater (HT) Interoperability Certification for its Anniversary 10 (A10) Active Wireless Speakers. The new speaker design celebrates the tenth anniversary of Buchardt Audio and represents the brand’s third WiSA Certified speaker line, featuring WiSA HT technology for best-in-class wireless multichannel audio capabilities.
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Sony Interactive Entertainment to Acquire Audeze and Launch New Lossless Wireless Audio Products
August 24, 2023 by Joao Martins

Sony Interactive Entertainment to Acquire Audeze and Launch New Lossless Wireless Audio Products

Sony Interactive Entertainment - the Sony division responsible for the PlayStation products - announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Audeze, the renowned planar magnetic headphone manufacturer, which has been increasingly also recognized in the high-end gaming headphones space. Sony also announced its latest PlayStation Portal device which connects to new wireless earbuds, and also the new Pulse Elite headset, which uses planar magnetic drivers from Audeze - all launching later in 2023 using a new proprietary wireless lossless audio technology developed by Sony.
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Fresh From the Bench: WiiM Pro Smart Network Music Streaming System
August 23, 2023 by Oliver A.Masciarotte

Fresh From the Bench: WiiM Pro Smart Network Music Streaming System

Linkplay Technology is recognized for its widely adopted wireless audio streaming modules, smart home, and connected AI products. The new WiiM Pro is a versatile music streamer that combines all the latest technologies and protocols, making it the ultimate (and most affordable) home audio hub available. audioxpress received a pre-launch unit to review subjectively and objectively. This article was originally published in audioXpress, July 2023.
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Røde Wireless PRO Expands Leadership on Wireless Microphone Systems
August 22, 2023 by Joao Martins

Røde Wireless PRO Expands Leadership on Wireless Microphone Systems

Røde has once again reacted quickly to the increasing competition in a market that it helped create, adding the most requested features in its just announced Wireless PRO wireless microphone system. The Wireless PRO is a compact dual-channel wireless microphone system using Røde’s state-of-the-art Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission with 128-bit encryption, able to achieve stable audio up to 260m (850ft) in line of sight. It adds 32-bit floating point recording, advanced timecode, and much more.
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Urbanista Launches Malibu Speaker Powered By Powerfoyle Solar Cell Technology
August 17, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

Urbanista Launches Malibu Speaker Powered By Powerfoyle Solar Cell Technology

Urbanista, the Swedish lifestyle audio brand, announced the latest addition to its line-up of light-powered audio products, leveraging Exeger's unique solar cell technology. The new Urbanista Malibu is the world's first self-charging wireless speaker with an integrated Powerfoyle membrane, paving the way to a new generation of activity oriented consumer electronics. The Urbanista Malibu is a waterproof design that self charges whenever exposed to indoor or outdoor light.
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WiSA E Development Kits Start Shipping Worldwide
July 31, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

WiSA E Development Kits Start Shipping Worldwide

WiSA Technologies is starting to ship WiSA E development kits to key tier 1 TV and audio customers in major markets, including Korea, Japan, United States and China. WiSA E enables HDTV/soundbar brands to transmit high-quality, multichannel audio, wirelessly. Creating an ecosystem of interoperable products using standard 5GHz and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, WiSA E offers high-performance, high-quality wireless audio transmission and reception at an affordable price.
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KEF LS60 Wireless Lotus Edition Expands Design Partnership
July 27, 2023 by audioXpress Staff

KEF LS60 Wireless Lotus Edition Expands Design Partnership

Following the success of the KEF in-car audio system for Lotus, the two iconic British brands teamed up again to introduce a collection of KEF x Lotus products for the home. The first installment is the LS60 Wireless Lotus Edition, a floor standing high-fidelity system available in Lotus' British Racing Green. This custom version of the existing LS60 Wireless system combines superlative acoustic performance in a slim, distinctive floorstanding design.
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