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Global Home Audio Trade Revenues Approached $15 billion in 2018
January 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Global Home Audio Trade Revenues Approached $15 billion in 2018

Futuresource Consulting revealed the latest findings from its World Wide Home Audio Report, confirming the worldwide home audio market signaled an increase of 21% in units in 2018, whilst posting revenues of nearly $15 billion, with major contributions from smart speakers to drive the growth. According to Futuresource, the growing presence of entry level smart speakers from Amazon, Google and Chinese brands impacted the overall average price for a home audio device, down by an estimated 12% the end of 2018.
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HyperX Reveals Cloud Orbit Gaming Headsets with Audeze Planar Drivers and Waves 3D Nx Audio Technology
January 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

HyperX Reveals Cloud Orbit Gaming Headsets with Audeze Planar Drivers and Waves 3D Nx Audio Technology

During CES 2019, HyperX, the gaming division of Kingston Technology Company, revealed their new Cloud Orbit and Cloud Orbit S gaming headsets, which might look familiar to many. Basically, HyperX, working in cooperation with Audeze and Waves Technology is launching gaming headsets powered by Audeze’s patented 100mm Planar Magnetic Drivers and using the same Waves Nx 3D audio technology implemented in the original Audeze Mobius headphones.
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CEVA Introduces WhisPro, Neural Network-Based Speech Recognition Technology For Voice Assistants and Connected Devices
January 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

CEVA Introduces WhisPro, Neural Network-Based Speech Recognition Technology For Voice Assistants and Connected Devices

During CES 2019, CEVA, a leading licensor of signal processing platforms and artificial intelligence processors, introduced WhisPro, a Neural Network based speech recognition technology targeting the rapidly growing use of voice as a primary human interface for intelligent cloud-based services and edge devices. WhisPro provides Trigger Phrase SDKit for always-on devices, extending CEVA's intelligent sound IP portfolio, and offering developers a holistic solution for cloud-based or edge voice-controlled devices.
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Pandora Launches New Voice-Enabled Smart Assistant
January 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Pandora Launches New Voice-Enabled Smart Assistant

Pandora introduced Voice Mode, a new, native smart assistant powered by Houndify Voice AI platform that allows listeners to control Pandora’s mobile app and enjoy new music discovery using simple voice commands, providing an intuitive, hands-free experience tailored for the unique tastes of each user. Pandora will roll out access to Voice Mode to select listeners on iOS and Android, with general availability for all mobile users coming soon.
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Optek Selects Cadence Tensilica HiFi 3 DSP for Bluetooth 5 Dual-Mode Audio/Voice SoC
January 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Optek Selects Cadence Tensilica HiFi 3 DSP for Bluetooth 5 Dual-Mode Audio/Voice SoC

Cadence Design Systems announced that Optek has selected the Cadence Tensilica HiFi 3 DSP for its latest OTK528X Bluetooth 5 dual-mode audio/voice system on chip (SoC). Optek’s customers can now take advantage of the HiFi DSP ecosystem for optimized audio, voice and artificial intelligence (AI) speech-based recognition processing software utilized in applications including hearables, wireless speakers, soundbars, on/in ear headphones, multi-channel AVRs, musical instruments, and voice user interface (VUI) devices.
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Skyworks Powers Wireless Audio Connectivity Applications on Sonos New Amp
January 17, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Skyworks Powers Wireless Audio Connectivity Applications on Sonos New Amp

Skyworks Solutions announced that its wireless engines are delivering connectivity in Sonos’ new versatile digital amplifier, the Amp. Specifically, Sonos is leveraging several of Skyworks’ front-end solutions to facilitate robust Wi-Fi communications allowing users to effortlessly transmit high-quality sound throughout the home with their mobile phones. With the surge in connected devices across the Internet of Things (IoT), wireless capability has become the critical link for many applications.
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Dirac Research Equips New Tritton Gaming Headset With Breakthrough 3D Audio Immersion
January 16, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Dirac Research Equips New Tritton Gaming Headset With Breakthrough 3D Audio Immersion

Dirac Research announced that gaming headset brand Tritton is equipping its all-new Kunai Pro with Dirac 3D Audio – a pioneering digital audio solution that enables an unparalleled level of 360-degree immersion and externalization over headphones. The Dirac-enabled Tritton Kunai Pro debuted at CES 2019 and marks the first gaming headset to feature Dirac 3D Audio, and the Swedish company’s official debut into the gaming market.
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Samson Launches Satellite USB/iOS Microphone with Three Selectable Pickup Patterns
January 16, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Samson Launches Satellite USB/iOS Microphone with Three Selectable Pickup Patterns

Among the cool microphone products recently introduced to the market, Samson introduced the Samson Satellite USB/iOS Broadcast Microphone, offering content creators a portable and effective solution for capturing high-resolution audio on desktop or mobile devices. With 24-bit/96kHz recording capabilities, three selectable pickup patterns, a patented fold-back leg design and zero-latency direct monitoring, the Samson Satellite is a perfect fit for musicians, podcasters and streamers looking for broadcast-quality audio.
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Cypress Announces Latest Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 Connectivity Solutions for Automotive Infotainment
January 16, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Cypress Announces Latest Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 Connectivity Solutions for Automotive Infotainment

Cypress Semiconductor announced the expansion of its wireless connectivity portfolio for automotive infotainment with a trio of new products. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo chipsets and supporting software serve as application development platforms that enable multiple users to connect and seamlessly stream unique content to as many as 10 mobile devices simultaneously. The new Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 combo solutions deliver more than 1Gbps throughput and feature Cypress' Real Simultaneous Dual Band (RSDB) architecture to enable high-performance audio and video concurrent operation.
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Celestion to Demonstrate Axi2050 Axiperiodic Driver During NAMM 2019
January 15, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Celestion to Demonstrate Axi2050 Axiperiodic Driver During NAMM 2019

Following earlier presentations at several international trade-shows, Celestion announced the Winter NAMM debut of the Axi2050 wideband axiperiodic compression driver, which will be on display with “The Big Red Horn” at the company’s second booth in the Pro Audio Hall (ACC North, Level 2, Booth 18100). This high output single diaphragm driver is able to perform the role of two speakers in one with no crossover required and is one of the latest examples of the type of innovation Celestion is bringing to pro audio market.
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