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New Bela Gem Stereo and Multi Audio Embedded Linux Boards
by Joao Martins

New Bela Gem Stereo and Multi Audio Embedded Linux Boards

Bela announced the launch of Bela Gem, a powerful and accessible platform for real-time audio and sensor processing. Available in two versions – Stereo (2-in/2-out) and Multi (10-in/10-out) – Bela Gem transforms the PocketBeagle 2 single-board computer (SBC) into a lightning-fast embedded system for instruments, sound installations, effects units, and more. The two products are available through a Crowd Supply campaign now live, with shipping planned for October 2025.
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Ceva RealSpace Software Adds Immersive Spatial Audio to Nothing Headphones and Earbuds
by Joao Martins

Ceva RealSpace Software Adds Immersive Spatial Audio to Nothing Headphones and Earbuds

In a move that pushes the boundaries of personal audio, Ceva announced a new collaboration with London-based lifestyle consumer brand Nothing to bring Ceva's RealSpace Spatial Audio Software to its upcoming audio lineup. Ceva will power enhanced listening experiences across the Nothing and CMF sub-brand audio product lines, including the newly announced Nothing Headphone, which is the company’s first entry into the over-ear style audio device, developed in cooperation with KEF.
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Renesas Sets New MCU Performance Bar with 1-GHz RA8P1 Devices with AI Acceleration
by audioXpress Staff

Renesas Sets New MCU Performance Bar with 1-GHz RA8P1 Devices with AI Acceleration

Renesas Electronics introduced the RA8P1 microcontroller (MCU) Group targeted at Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) applications, as well as real-time analytics. Designed for running AI on device, the new MCUs establish a new performance level by combining 1GHz Arm Cortex-M85 and 250MHz Cortex-M33 CPU cores with the Arm Ethos-U55 Neural Processing Unit (NPU). This combination delivers the highest CPU performance of over 7300 CoreMarks and AI performance of 256 GOPS at 500MHz.
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Brandenburg Labs introduces Directivity Transfer Function for Okeanos Pro
by Joao Martins

Brandenburg Labs introduces Directivity Transfer Function for Okeanos Pro

Brandenburg Labs has updated its advanced headphone system, Okeanos Pro, intended for music production and scientific research. Starting in August 2025, users will have access to the Directivity Transfer Function (DTF) editor. This new tool enables Okeanos Pro users to adjust the directivity of virtual sound sources. By incorporating DTFs into their workflow, audio professionals will be able to experience a more realistic representation of their studio.
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Audio Engineering Society Heading to Long Beach, California
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Audio Engineering Society Heading to Long Beach, California

The 159th Audio Engineering Society's International Convention returns to the West Coast for the first time since 2016. The AES Show 2025 will take place at the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, from Thursday, October 23, through Saturday, October 25, with additional Skill Building Workshops and Tech Tours taking place on Wednesday, October 22. The Exhibit Hall will be open October 23-24, with educational content and sessions running all three days. Registration is now open.
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Cambridge Audio Rebranding and New Evo 150 SE Enhanced Streaming Amplifier
by Joao Martins

Cambridge Audio Rebranding and New Evo 150 SE Enhanced Streaming Amplifier

Cambridge Audio, the British brand that has been synonymous with high-performance audio for over five decades, announced a rebranding that is intended to reinforce the connection with people and the power of music. The choice was to drop the "Audio" in the new logo, which will be introduced in the latest 2025 products. The first product to feature the single word is the Evo 150 SE, an enhanced special edition of the company's latest streaming amplifier.
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xMEMS New µCooling Fan-on-a-Chip Solution for Smart Glasses Recognized at Sensors Converge 2025
by Joao Martins

xMEMS New µCooling Fan-on-a-Chip Solution for Smart Glasses Recognized at Sensors Converge 2025

xMEMS Labs announced the expansion of its µCooling fan-on-a-chip platform into XR smart glasses, providing the industry's first in-frame active cooling solution for AI-powered wearable displays. The XMC-2400 monolithic silicon MEMS air pump device was recognized at the Sensors Converge 2025 conference, where it received the award for the Best MEMS Solution, while xMEMS was distinguished as Startup of the Year during the event.
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Audio Foundry Expands Automotive Audio Alliance with BdSound
by audioXpress Staff

Audio Foundry Expands Automotive Audio Alliance with BdSound

Audio Foundry, the automotive audio technology collaborative, welcomed BdSound to its alliance of pioneering audio and technology companies. Renowned for their cutting-edge voice technology that enhances in car hands-free calls, communication between cabin passengers, and interaction with voice assistants, BdSound brings world-class expertise in signal processing and embedded software to Audio Foundry’s growing ecosystem.
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HDMI Forum Releases HDMI Version 2.2 Specification Update
by Joao Martins

HDMI Forum Releases HDMI Version 2.2 Specification Update

The HDMI Forum announced the release of Version 2.2 of the HDMI Specification. The update introduces higher bandwidth up to 96Gbps, higher resolutions and refresh rates up to 12K@120 and 16K@60, and fixes critical latency issues with next-gen HDMI Fixed Rate Link technology. And end-users can be assured that their displays support a native video format in the best way possible and deliver a seamless and reliable experience, with the optimal audio and video for a wide range of applications.
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HANCE and Intel Join Forces to Deliver Advanced Audio Processing on AI PCs
by Joao Martins

HANCE and Intel Join Forces to Deliver Advanced Audio Processing on AI PCs

HANCE is a Norwegian company created by the founders of Acon Digital and Soundly with a mission to create the fastest and most adaptable audio enhancement algorithms available. The Hance Audio Engine was released in 2023, allowing machine learning-based, studio-quality audio processing technology with minimal battery consumption and ultra-low processing demands. Now, as an audio partner for Intel’s AI PC initiative, HANCE's audio processing models will run on Intel’s Neural Processing Unit (NPU), integrated in Intel’s Core Ultra Series 2 processor family.
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