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High End Show to Move from Munich to Vienna in 2026
by Joao Martins

High End Show to Move from Munich to Vienna in 2026

A step into a promising future is how the High End Society, the promoters of the High End International Audio Show, announce the decision to move the successful trade show from Munich to Vienna. Not immediately. The High End 2025 show will still take place in Munich. But it was long known that the success of the show was being strongly hindered by the lack of expansion space in the Munich MOC. After having promoted a regional show in Vienna, the High End Society found a new home.
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DTS Tackles Dialogue Intelligibility Problems Directly on TVs
by Joao Martins

DTS Tackles Dialogue Intelligibility Problems Directly on TVs

One of the audio technology highlights at IFA 2024 was the announcement by DTS of its new Clear Dialogue on-device solution for TV OEMs. Leveraging its vast experience and IP portfolio with audio processing and enhancement technologies, from content production and distribution, all the way to the home, the Xperi subsidiary was able to apply AI-based audio processing to deliver a solution that identifies, separates and enhances spoken dialogue for TV audio to improve user experience.
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Ellisys Supports Bluetooth 6.0 From Day One
by Joao Martins

Ellisys Supports Bluetooth 6.0 From Day One

Ellisys announced the formal availability of qualification testing and protocol analysis features supporting Bluetooth Core Specification v6.0. As one of the leading suppliers of advanced protocol test solutions for Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Ultra-Wideband, USB, DisplayPort, and Thunderbolt technologies, the Swiss company continues to keep up the pace of supporting developers as technologies evolve. All Ellisys Bluetooth protocol analysis and qualification tools are ready to support development for Bluetooth Channel Sounding and other Bluetooth 6 enhancements.
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Signia Unveils Active Pro IX Earbud-Style Hearing Aids with Realtime Conversation Enhancement
by Joao Martins

Signia Unveils Active Pro IX Earbud-Style Hearing Aids with Realtime Conversation Enhancement

Powered by Signia’s Integrated Xperience (IX) technology, the new Signia Active Pro IX design combines the advanced capabilities of full prescription hearing aids with the form-factor and features of consumer earbuds. According to the Danish brand, these prescription-grade hearing aid devices will appeal to those already familiar with the possibilities of cutting-edge earbuds, bringing much needed assistance to even more people.
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Knowles Elevates Audio Performance in New JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 True Wireless Earbuds
by audioXpress Staff

Knowles Elevates Audio Performance in New JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 True Wireless Earbuds

Knowles Corporation announced its second key design win with JLab in its latest Epic Sport ANC 3 True Wireless Earbuds. Designed to deliver an unparalleled listening experience with an ultra-secure fit, the JLab Epic Sport ANC 3 earbuds feature Knowles balanced armatures in a hybrid configuration that delivers superior treble and crystal-clear sound. This configuration enabled JLab to deliver both the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve as well as personalization options.
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Sennheiser Consumer Audio Releases Updates to Enable Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast
by Joao Martins

Sennheiser Consumer Audio Releases Updates to Enable Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast

Sennheiser announced an update to its Smart Control App that will enable Auracast functionalities and will activate a future firmware update for its MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 and ACCENTUM True Wireless earbuds, both released in 2024. The Smart Control App enables both Auracast Assistant and transmitter modes from the smartphone. The two Sennheiser products are already LE Audio and Auracast ready and the companion app update will pave the way for the exciting new features associated with these technologies.​
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WiSA Technologies Acquires Select Technologies from Data Vault Holdings and Transforms Into Datavault Inc.
by Joao Martins

WiSA Technologies Acquires Select Technologies from Data Vault Holdings and Transforms Into Datavault Inc.

WiSA Technologies announced that it has executed a definitive asset purchase agreement of select intellectual property and information technology assets from Data Vault Holdings, a privately held company, for $210 million in shares of common stock of WiSA Technologies. WiSA Technologies acquires the High-Performance Computing (HPC) Software and Acoustic Technologies IP from Data Vault Holdings and intends to change its name to Datavault Inc.
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Dirac Live Room Correction Technology Now Available on a Soundbar
by Joao Martins

Dirac Live Room Correction Technology Now Available on a Soundbar

Dirac announced that its Dirac Live Room Correction technology is now available on a soundbar through a collaboration with Klipsch. The all-new Klipsch Flexus Core 300 soundbar is the first to offer Dirac's room correction technology, until now available mainly in high-end AVRs and integrated amplifiers. This soundbar market debut reinforces Dirac's position in the home audio market – where room correction is being adopted across all product categories, price points, and listening applications.
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MainConcept Releases Officially Approved Dolby Digital Plus Pro Plugins for FFmpeg
by Joao Martins

MainConcept Releases Officially Approved Dolby Digital Plus Pro Plugins for FFmpeg

MainConcept has released its first officially authorized Dolby Digital Plus Pro Plugins for FFmpeg to deliver high quality digital audio that enhances the viewing experience. The Dolby certified Encoder and Decoder plugins enable both AC-3 and E-AC-3 processing within every OTT and broadcast workflow and services based on FFmpeg. Dolby's AC-3 and E-AC-3 surround technology delivers high-quality digital audio for up to 7.1 discrete channels.
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Bluetooth SIG Introduces Updated Specification for True Distance Awareness
by Joao Martins

Bluetooth SIG Introduces Updated Specification for True Distance Awareness

The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), the organization that oversees Bluetooth technology, announced the release of an updated specification that now includes Bluetooth Channel Sounding, a new secure, fine-ranging feature to enhance location abilities for Bluetooth connected devices. By enabling true distance awareness in billions of everyday devices, Bluetooth Channel Sounding opens countless possibilities for developers and users alike.
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