All items tagged with wireless earbuds (480)
True Wireless Stereo and Watches Became Key Smartphone Companion Devices in 2020
April 6, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

True Wireless Stereo and Watches Became Key Smartphone Companion Devices in 2020

Smart personal audio and wearable band devices were two consumer IoT segments which stood the test of 2020 to reach new heights, according to Canalys’ latest estimates. Smart personal audio devices grew 20% in 2020 to reach 432 million units, while wearable bands grew 10% to reach 185 million units. Both segments continued to be strategic winners as countries emerged from the extended battle against COVID-19, where people grew more health-conscious and became active outdoors.
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MEMS and Other Leading-Edge Devices for Wearables - 2021 Update
March 23, 2021 by Mike Klasco

MEMS and Other Leading-Edge Devices for Wearables - 2021 Update

In this article for Voice Coil, Mike Klasco (Menlo Scientific) recaps MEMS Drivers and related hot technologies for 2021, providing an update about products and companies that stood out in 2020. The article, which summarizes the more extensive reports published by audioXpress in January 2020 and 2021, looks at the impact of microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) for audio and discusses the implications for other game-changing technologies that reduce size, increase performance, extend battery life, and enhance features and functionality in headphones, wearables and compact speakers.
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1More Introduces Comfobuds Pro True Wireless AirPods Wannabe at Under $100
March 23, 2021 by Joao Martins

1More Introduces Comfobuds Pro True Wireless AirPods Wannabe at Under $100

1More, a globally distributed consumer audio company, announced what they call their new "AirPods Pro" wannabe in the form of the ComfoBuds Pro true wireless earbuds. The company, headquartered in Shenzhen, China, with offices in San Diego, CA, is throwing its own customer base a serious dilemma in choosing what pair of wireless earbuds are right for them, as this is one many TWS designs offered by the company, with prices ranging from $49.99 to $199.99. The new ComfoBuds Pro cost just $94.99.
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Nanusens Moves Headquarters and Receives Funding for Expansion
March 16, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Nanusens Moves Headquarters and Receives Funding for Expansion

Nanusens, the innovative research venture working on nano-sensors built inside CMOS devices, recently received significant funding that will enable it to expand its operations and hire new staff. Nanusens is also a finalist for the Design Team of the Year in the prestigious Elektra Awards 2020. The company, headquartered in the United Kingdom, with R&D centers in Barcelona, Spain and Shenzen, China, has designed a novel way to enable the higher frequency bands needed by 5G mobile phones, something that presents a challenge with current technology.
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Feeling The Audio Industry's Pulse
March 11, 2021 by Joao Martins

Feeling The Audio Industry's Pulse

It's been precisely a year since the global COVID-19 pandemic was declared and we all had to refrain from our normal routines and shelter in place, being restricted to working from home until now. At least for the audioXpress team. A year past, and we are glad to be able to signal that during that year we've kept our publications and even grown our online audiences and achieved extremely positive results. Mainly, because we continued to offer the best content for anyone interested in following the audio industry, audio product development, audio innovations, and DIY audio.
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SAR Insight & Consulting Forecasts Technology and Market Potential for MEMS Speakers
March 11, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

SAR Insight & Consulting Forecasts Technology and Market Potential for MEMS Speakers

MEMS microspeakers and earphone drivers could threaten incumbent audio technologies by 2025 as consumers desire smaller and less power-hungry devices. Four billion devices with seven billion speakers were shipped during 2020, it has been estimated, across multiple sectors, including automotive, mobile phones, home AV, and many others. MEMS speakers could revolutionize the audio industry, thanks to their small form factor and low power capabilities, according to market analyst SAR Insight & Consulting.
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audioXpress April 2021 Looks Ahead at the Evolution in Voice, Communication and True Wireless
March 11, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

audioXpress April 2021 Looks Ahead at the Evolution in Voice, Communication and True Wireless

The April 2021 issue of audioXpress is now available in print and online and it addresses a convergence of technologies in two of the most exciting product segments at the moment: True Wireless Earbuds and Voice & Communication. George Ntanavaras explores vibration measurements using piezoelectric sensors, Jens Tybo Jensen describes a highly efficient hybrid bass amplification design, and Richard Honeycutt discusses how horns have evolved to address sound directionality. And much more top-level audio electronics from top experts in the field. Get Your Copy Now!
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Cambridge Audio Reveals Updated Melomania 1+ True Wireless with USB-C and Enhanced User Experience
March 10, 2021 by Joao Martins

Cambridge Audio Reveals Updated Melomania 1+ True Wireless with USB-C and Enhanced User Experience

Currently the strongest growth product segment in consumer electronics, true wireless technology is advancing fast but the category remains a crowded and highly competitive space. Short after the announcement of its flagship Melomania Touch earbuds, British audio brand Cambridge Audio updated its first TWS design, launched originally in June 2019. The new Melomania 1+ true wireless earbuds keep the compact form factor and a competitive price, and gained updated technology and app control features.
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Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon Sound End-To-End Audio System
March 5, 2021 by Joao Martins

Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon Sound End-To-End Audio System

Following previous announcements in development platforms and solutions for wireless audio, Qualcomm announced Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound, a new end-to-end approach to promote high resolution digital audio and enhanced voice communications across devices. The approach combines and optimizes multiple Qualcomm technologies for mobile platforms, processing, connectivity, plus the latest aptX Adaptive audio technologies needed to improve the sound experience for consumers.
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CEVA Introduces Bluebud Turnkey IP Wireless Audio Platform for TWS Earbuds and Bluetooth Audio Devices
February 22, 2021 by Joao Martins

CEVA Introduces Bluebud Turnkey IP Wireless Audio Platform for TWS Earbuds and Bluetooth Audio Devices

CEVA unveiled Bluebud, a highly-integrated wireless audio platform aimed at standardizing DSP-enabled Bluetooth audio IP for fast-growing applications, including True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds, hearables, gaming headsets, smartwatches and other wearable devices. The solution fully supports Bluetooth 5.2 and LE Audio design and is ready to support brands in the transition from Bluetooth Classic.
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