All items tagged with wireless earbuds and market trends (7)

June 1, 2023 by Joao Martins

Wireless Headphones and Earbuds on Top Five of Most Desirable Products for US Consumers

The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) released the 2023 US Consumer Technology Ownership & Market Potential (OMP) Study, showing that despite complex economic times, 84% of US households plan to purchase tech products in the next 12 months. Mobile and wireless tech products lead the categories of tech products consumers want to buy. A notable trend is the fact that ownership of wireless personal audio products now exceeds wired devices.

How Many Headphones Can You Sell? Harman Claims 200 Million JBL Headphones Milestone

December 15, 2022 by Joao Martins

How Many Headphones Can You Sell? Harman Claims 200 Million JBL Headphones Milestone

We all know that sales of headphones are booming and that volumes are very significant, in particular true wireless earbuds. We just don't know how many exactly are sold. Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics says that it has achieved a significant new milestone, as its JBL-branded headphones have reached 200 Million units sold.

Second-Generation AirPods Pro Launch Expands Apple Market Share in the Global TWS Market

December 5, 2022 by Joao Martins

Second-Generation AirPods Pro Launch Expands Apple Market Share in the Global TWS Market

As overall sales of headphones have decreased 4% in the third quarter of 2022, according to market research firm Canalys, the true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds category continues to lead in the personal audio space. Among the winners in this extremely competitive, low margin environment, Apple stands out with the second-generation AirPods Pro generating an important boost in sales in that quarter - and most likely all through the holidays.

Qualcomm Introduces aptX Lossless Audio Solution Over Bluetooth

September 2, 2021 by Joao Martins

Qualcomm Introduces aptX Lossless Audio Solution Over Bluetooth

Reacting to the fact that streaming music services have started to offer lossless music streaming options, Qualcomm has now extended its aptX Adaptive set of technologies - supported by its latest Snapdragon Sound processors - to also include a CD-quality lossless option over Bluetooth. The new aptX Lossless technology expands options available for Bluetooth wireless audio, combining codec, wireless link and RF optimizations.

Explore Audio Amplifier Technology and Design in audioXpress July 2021

June 11, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

Explore Audio Amplifier Technology and Design in audioXpress July 2021

One of the strongest issues ever in terms of audio electronics and market insights, audioXpress July 2021 is now available. This edition includes a complete overview of Audio Amplifier Technology and Design and its many application segments. Start with a review of the NAD Electronics M33 Masters streaming amplifier, followed by a great new upgrade design for the legendary Hafler DH-220 lateral MOSFET power amplifier, and then dive into a new hybrid voltage source and current source amplifier design for loudspeakers.

Hearables Predicted to Reach More Than 50% of the Wireless Headphones Market by 2024

April 21, 2020 by audioXpress Staff

Hearables Predicted to Reach More Than 50% of the Wireless Headphones Market by 2024

A new report from Juniper Research says that the number of hearables in-use will grow to more than 970 million by 2024. This is an increase of 270% over the 260 million estimated for 2020. This updated report identifies vendors that are leveraging hearable technology to add value to premium audio products, such as Bose and Sennheiser, while technology companies are producing earbuds that incorporate sensor platforms and AI capabilities. Juniper predicts a convergence of the market towards Multimedia Hearables.

Headphones to Generate Nearly $21 Billion in 2018, According to Futuresource Consulting's Latest Headphone Report

October 22, 2018 by Futuresource Consulting

Headphones to Generate Nearly $21 Billion in 2018, According to Futuresource Consulting's Latest Headphone Report

The headphones market continues its recent trend of solid growth in volumes and substantial growth in revenue. Units are projected to grow 4.1% this year to 377 million, to generate retail revenues worth $19.9bn, a sizable increase of 27% y-o-y. Headphones continue to be a dynamic market, as average price growth is accelerated by demand from consumers for new premium features and form factors such as true wireless and noise cancellation, which provide further strong growth opportunities for the future.