Book Review: Learning Audio Testing and Measurements
For those who need to refresh their knowledge or learn about audio test and measurements, Jan Didden reviews a great - and big! - book on the topic. Audio Tests & Measurements by Igor S. Popovitch is one of the many self-published works by this proficient writer based in Australia, also the author of several popular books on vacuum tube amplifiers. This particular book runs about 180 pages, but that is deceiving as the book’s format (A4 size) is about twice the size of most soft cover books.
LG Announces Transformation Plan Into "Smart Life Solutions Company"
LG Electronics introduced its vision to transform the company from its current position as a top global home appliance brand to a “smart life solutions company” that can connect and expand consumers' experiences while driving for global annual revenues of KRW 100 trillion by 2030. The strategy encompasses expanding into new growing segments, and transforming its business to a more platform-based, service-based business, leveraging also its hundreds of millions of Smart TVs running the webOS operating system.
Wireworld Releases Pick-How-Much-You-Want-to-Spend RCA Turntable Cables
Wireworld Cable Technology announced the release of four new cables for turntables with RCA connections. The four new cables, named Solstice 8, Eclipse 8, Silver Eclipse 8 and Platinum Eclipse 8, feature Wireworld's patented DNA Helix conductor geometry and Silver Tube RCA plugs, along with ultra-quiet Composilex 3 insulation and external ground wires. As a respected manufacturer of hifi and professional A/V cables, Wireworld offers four distinct options from fair to jewelry-level.
Rownd Table-Size CNC Lathe Promises Machining for Everybody
Rownd Precision Industry is a new company that just launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter and reached its funding goal of $100.000 in just 11 minutes. The project is to build the Rownd Lathe, a compact CNC lathe that allows users to easily shape and form a variety of materials including wood, aluminum, and plastic. With a specially developed software, users can easily and safely create their own designs or utilize the open source Rownd Library for pre-made designs.
Fraunhofer MPEG-H Audio Decoder Software Now Available on GitHub
To make it easier for all developers to include MPEG-H Audio playback into their applications, the MPEG-H Audio decoder software implementation from Fraunhofer IIS is now available as source code on GitHub. As the research institute explains, the release is intended to facilitate the broad adoption of advanced audio formats with immersive audio and personalization capabilities. The MPEG-H Audio System development team was recently awarded the Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize 2023 for their work.
Audeze Designs Limited Edition Ultraviolet Gaming Headset for Microsoft
Audeze announced the release of a limited edition gaming headset developed in partnership with Microsoft, for their Designed for Xbox Summer product collection. This limited edition "Ultraviolet" version of the Audeze Maxwell gaming headset features a new finish that adds a head-turning and unique look to one of the best gaming headsets on the market - launched in an understated matte grey finish. The Ultraviolet edition of the Maxwell headphone is available on the Audeze website for pre-order in limited quantities.
Nitrogen93 SMARC System-On-Module from Laird Connectivity Delivers Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3
Laird Connectivity announced the Nitrogen93 in a smart mobility architecture (SMARC) form factor, expanding the system-on-module portfolio conforming to the SMARC industry standard and offering a solution that utilizes both processor and wireless silicon from NXP. The Nitrogen93 is powered by NXP's i.MX 93 processor, NXP PMIC PCA9451A, and Laird' Sona NX611 Wi-Fi 6 / Bluetooth 5.3 radio based on NXP’s IW611. An ideal platform to create smart home and smart building control solutions.
Resonado Labs Announces Res-Core Gen 2 Speaker Technology
Resonado Labs announced the completion of its transition to the new Res-Core Gen 2 speaker technology. As the Chicago-based company had anticipated, the new generation of Resonado's unique topology is now fully implemented, tested, and slated to be available through licensed manufacturers in fall 2023. The new technology is now available in two flagship driver platforms, namely the Resonado Neo Full 3 (NF3) Gen 2 and the Resonado Neo Woofer 7 (NW7) Gen 2.
Merging Technologies and Sonarworks All-in-One Product Bundle for Dolby Atmos Monitoring
Merging Technologies announced the launch of a new all-in-one product bundle, offering comprehensive monitoring and calibration facilities to help deal with the complexities of Dolby Atmos productions. The new Merging Technologies Atmos Bundle is sold as a complete hardware and software solution package, including a Merging Hapi MkII interface with DA8 cards, Merging Anubis Pro SPS, and Sonarworks SoundID Reference for multichannel including microphone.
Providence Equity Partners Acquires d&b Group
d&b group announced a major investment by Providence Equity Partners, a private equity firm specializing in investments in media, communications, education and technology. The d&b Group is the entity that combines German company d&b audiotechnik, one of the leading manufacturers of sound reinforcement systems, and d&b solutions, a service-focused business entity, offering audio, video, lighting and presentation systems, mainly based in the UK.