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Keysight Technologies Launches New N5511A Phase Noise Test System
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Keysight Technologies Launches New N5511A Phase Noise Test System

Keysight Technologies introduced a new phase noise measurement system to optimize and prove performance of new designs and meet operational requirements. The N5511A Phase Noise Test System (PNTS) is the foundation of test setups that can measure down to kT (-177 dBm/Hz). The N5511A’s flexible architecture solves specific challenges faster, accepts any reference source that is electronically frequency tunable, and suppresses excess noise from the system itself or from reference sources and test accessories (amplifiers, attenuators etc.).
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Savant Announces New Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Compatible Products
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Savant Announces New Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit Compatible Products

Savant introduced a high-fidelity smart audio amplifier that will support AirPlay 2 and HomeKit as part of the company’s new Smart Series family, offering popular music streaming services, 24-bit and 96kHz high-resolution playback with ultra-low latency and 125 Watts per channel out of the box. The company also announced that its Savant Music whole-house standalone app is now available, and that is smart soundbar now supports Siri control of HomeKit devices.
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Lattice Semiconductor Introduces New Development Kit for Low Power, Embedded AI Applications
by Cristina Costa

Lattice Semiconductor Introduces New Development Kit for Low Power, Embedded AI Applications

Lattice Semiconductor announced the availability of the HM01B0 UPduino Shield, a comprehensive development kit for implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing in devices using vision and sound as sensory inputs. This rapid prototyping board, in the Arduino form factor, includes components designers need to quickly develop always-on, low power smart IoT and connected devices. This new development kit consists of a Lattice iCE40 UltraPlus FPGA-based Upduino 2.0 board and a Himax HM01B0 image sensor module.
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Synthax Named U.S. Distributor for Swiss Audio Networking Specialist Appsys Pro Audio
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Synthax Named U.S. Distributor for Swiss Audio Networking Specialist Appsys Pro Audio

Synthax, the distributor of premium German interface manufacturer RME, German converter manufacturer Ferrofish and personal monitor mixer myMix, has announced at that it is now distributing Switzerland-based Appsys Pro Audio to the U.S., Canada and Latin America, effective immediately. Synthax will highlight Appsys products at its booth 5150 during InfoComm 2019 from June 12–14, 2019, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
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NXP to Acquire Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Assets from Marvell
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NXP to Acquire Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity Assets from Marvell

NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced that its wholly owned subsidiary has entered into a definitive agreement with Marvell to acquire Marvell’s Wireless Connectivity portfolio in an all-cash, asset transaction valued at $1.76 billion. The acquisition encompasses Marvell’s Wi-Fi Connectivity Business Unit, Bluetooth technology portfolio and related assets. NXP expects the acquisition to create new revenue opportunities in its target end markets, including connected devices, automotive and communication infrastructure applications.
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Audinate Announces Aidan Williams as Internal Successor for CEO
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Audinate Announces Aidan Williams as Internal Successor for CEO

Audinate, the developer of the professional AV industry leading Dante audio over IP networking solution, announced that Aidan Williams, the company’s CTO and co-founder, will succeed Lee Ellison as CEO. Mr. Ellison has informed the company of his intention to retire from his role as CEO on September 13, 2019, following the release of the Company’s 2019 full year financial results.
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Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control
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Bose Introduces Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphone 700 with Voice-Control

Already the undisputed leader in active noise cancelling technology, Bose is stepping up its product range with the announcement of the new wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, which the company itself says is "the biggest leap forward in headphones since the iconic QuietComfort." The new Bose 700s also introduce a revolutionary new voice interface that redefines mobile communication, combined with new audio augmented reality features that will enable completely new user experiences.
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Dialog Semiconductor Launches Family of Audio Codecs Delivering Superior Active Noise Cancellation
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Dialog Semiconductor Launches Family of Audio Codecs Delivering Superior Active Noise Cancellation

Dialog Semiconductor announced the DA740x, a family of highly-integrated audio codec chips that deliver best-in-class active noise cancellation (ANC), providing optimal audio performance in any environment to the rapidly-growing wireless headphones market. According to the British semiconductor company, the DA740x chips are able to deliver superior active noise cancellation – no matter how noisy the environment – with twice the audio quality and half the power consumption as competitive solutions.
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Strategy Analytics Forecasts Significant Growth of USB-C in Cars as Consumers Demand Faster Charging
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Strategy Analytics Forecasts Significant Growth of USB-C in Cars as Consumers Demand Faster Charging

The emerging USB Type-C connectivity standard, which has seen rapid adoption in the consumer electronics space, is poised to make major inroads in automotive connectivity, Strategy Analytics 2019 USB Type-C Forecast finds. Following rapid adoption in the consumer electronic space, the USB Type-C connectivity standard is seeing rapid adoption in the automotive space, as consumers demand faster charging and more versatility in connectivity options.
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Tracktion Joins Forces With Prism Sound to Create New Pro Audio Enterprise
by Joao Martins

Tracktion Joins Forces With Prism Sound to Create New Pro Audio Enterprise

Tracktion Software Corporation and 2JW Design announced they have joined forces with Prism Sound and SADiE to create a dynamic new player in the pro audio market, under the umbrella of Audio Squadron. Essentially, the US based company is joining forces with the British manufacturer to work on expanding audio software tools, while also exploring opportunities in the recording hardware front. A collaboration between companies that will remain independent but have both a long history of perseverance and passion for the audio industry.
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