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Savitech Launches LHDC ONE Hi-Res Bluetooth Audio Transmitter
by Joao Martins

Savitech Launches LHDC ONE Hi-Res Bluetooth Audio Transmitter

Savitech, the company behind LHDC (Low Latency High Def Codec), introduced a dedicated USB transmitter dongle to expand its user base. The new LHDC ONE Hi-Res Bluetooth Audio Transmitter converts audio from any USB-C audio source, and streams it using the low latency and high resolution audio codec promoted by Savitech and the HWA Alliance. Comparing to the Bluetooth SBC audio format, LHDC allows more than 3 times the data transmitted, transmitting 24-bit/96kHz audio at 900 kbps.
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MediaTek’s Chairman Ming-Kai Tsai Awarded IEEE Robert N. Noyce Medal
by audioXpress Staff

MediaTek’s Chairman Ming-Kai Tsai Awarded IEEE Robert N. Noyce Medal

MediaTek announced that its chairman Ming-Kai Tsai has been awarded the IEEE Robert N. Noyce Medal, one of the most prestigious awards in the electronics industry. Chairman Tsai was recognized for his vision and leadership in the global semiconductor industry, democratizing technology access for billions of people. The award will be presented to Tsai in-person at the IEEE Honors Ceremony, which will be held May 3, 2024 in Boston.
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TP Vision To Introduce Philips Branded Self-Powered Products at CES 2024
by Joao Martins

TP Vision To Introduce Philips Branded Self-Powered Products at CES 2024

Exeger announced a strategic partnership with TP Vision, the company responsible for design, manufacturing, and sales of Philips branded TV and audio products, to integrate Exeger's ground-breaking solar cell technology, Powerfoyle, into Philips consumer electronics products. Philips sport headphones with Powerfoyle technology will be launched at CES 2024, together with another product in a different segment.
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Audinate Unveils Refreshed Company and Dante Brand Identity
by Joao Martins

Audinate Unveils Refreshed Company and Dante Brand Identity

Audinate Group Limited announced a refreshed brand identity for both Audinate and Dante, including a new logo, tagline, and color palette. The developer of the industry-leading audio networking technology, Audinate insists that its technology will be also a professional "AV-industry" (meaning audio and video) AV-over-IP solution. The new brand identity is supposed to "capture the essence of Audinate and the Dante platform."
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37% of Smart Home Shoppers Report Matter Certification Is Important in Purchase Consideration
by audioXpress Staff

37% of Smart Home Shoppers Report Matter Certification Is Important in Purchase Consideration

New consumer research from Parks Associates highlights the importance of interoperability, with the new Matter standard poised to transform the industry. The new study shows 37% of US internet households currently shopping for smart home products consider Matter certification to be important or even critical in their purchase decision. The latest smart home and security research from Parks Associates will be presented at CES, January 9, 2024, in Las Vegas.
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Harman Acquires Roon Music Management Platform and Aggregation Service
by Joao Martins

Harman Acquires Roon Music Management Platform and Aggregation Service

Harman, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, announced the acquisition of Roon, the music management, discovery, and streaming platform for music enthusiasts, headquartered in Bedford, NY. For Harman, the acquisition of Roon - apart from the considerable global user community - means access to the connectivity and streaming technology that complements Harman's existing portfolio, particularly for its Luxury Audio division.
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Neotera Audio Introduces Ultra Flat Series Woofers
by Vance Dickason

Neotera Audio Introduces Ultra Flat Series Woofers

Neotera Audio, which has manufacturing in Italy and engineering in Sweden, has recently released two rather interesting thin-profile 10" woofers, the UF295CBS, and the UF295FAS. Both woofers have a voice coil and motor structure located around the rim of the cone assembly, and both use and front and rear facing NBR surrounds for compliance. The UF295CBS was designed for small closed box subwoofer applications, while the UF295FAS is a a pure dipole woofer with a Fiberglass/Rohacell dome suspended directly on the voice coil.
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STMicroelectronics Accelerates Development of Qi Wireless Chargers
by audioXpress Staff

STMicroelectronics Accelerates Development of Qi Wireless Chargers

STMicroelectronics is simplifying development of Qi-compliant wireless chargers up to 15W by introducing transmitter and receiver evaluation boards based on the company’s STWLC38 and STWBC86 ICs. Responding to the fast growing demand for products supporting the Qi wireless standards, these new development solutions will allow developers to quickly build and test wireless-charger prototypes. Both are used with the STSW-WPSTUDIO graphical software environment to assist development.
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2024 Kia EV9 Receives Sound System Designed by Meridian for the Unique Characteristics of Electric Vehicles
by Joao Martins

2024 Kia EV9 Receives Sound System Designed by Meridian for the Unique Characteristics of Electric Vehicles

The new top-of-the-range Kia EV9 luxury SUV will be one of the first vehicles to be specified with a sound system designed and tuned specifically for the unique audio characteristics of a pure electric vehicle. The 2024 Kia EV9 moves the brand further into the luxury segment, benefiting from Meridian's DSP expertise to manage the unique cabin noise profiles and deliver a superior surround sound experience.
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Peavey Commercial Audio Celebrates Three Decades of MediaMatrix Distributed Audio Innovation
by Joao Martins

Peavey Commercial Audio Celebrates Three Decades of MediaMatrix Distributed Audio Innovation

First launched at the 1993 AES Show in New York, MediaMatrix is now celebrating its 30th year of innovation in audio solutions. With innumerable installations worldwide, Peavey Commercial Audio's MediaMatrix has left a mark on the professional audio industry and its technological advancements. As the world’s first digitally configured and controlled distributed audio system, MediaMatrix has grown to accommodate the world’s most demanding commercial audio needs.
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