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Microchip Introduces First Seven-Port USB 3.1 Gen1 SmartHub IC for USB Type-C
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Microchip Introduces First Seven-Port USB 3.1 Gen1 SmartHub IC for USB Type-C

With USB Type-C products gaining ground fast, not all applications require the full spec of USB 3.1 Gen2 and 10Gbps data rates. For those simple connectivity applications with legacy equipment, Microchip introduced a next-generation hub integrated circuit (IC) for USB Type-C applications supporting seven ports. The USB58xx and USB59xx next-generation families of SmartHubs are the first seven-port USB 3.1 Gen1 hub ICs available in the market today and offer simpler designs and cost savings over previous solutions.
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Amadeus Designs Acoustics and Monitoring Systems for ‘Philharmonie de Paris’ Studios
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Amadeus Designs Acoustics and Monitoring Systems for ‘Philharmonie de Paris’ Studios

French company Amadeus has announced the completion of a new install and acoustical design project for the Philharmonie de Paris concert hall studios. Having already created the 'Philharmonia' speakers specifically for the install, Amadeus has now completed project with detailed acoustical treatment and monitoring systems. The studios are equipped with a unique Surround monitoring system, made up of five Amadeus Philharmonia speakers, along with an Amadeus 'ML 15 D' subwoofer.
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Ultrasone Introduces Edition 8 EX Mid-Size Headphones with S-Logic EX
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Ultrasone Introduces Edition 8 EX Mid-Size Headphones with S-Logic EX

With the Edition 8, Ultrasone has created a piece of headphone history and the brand’s best-seller. Now, in 2016, some 8 years after the launch of the Edition 8, Ultrasone introduced the Edition 8 EX - a successor that the company hopes will once again inspire the segment it has created for itself. The new model now combines S-Logic EX spatial listening with a portable design using prime materials for excellent wear comfort, hand-crafted in Bavaria.
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Libratone Unveils Q Adapt On-Ear Wireless Headphones Featuring CityMix Adjustable Noise Cancellation
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Libratone Unveils Q Adapt On-Ear Wireless Headphones Featuring CityMix Adjustable Noise Cancellation

Libratone introduced the newest addition to its family of lifestyle products: The Q Adapt On-Ear wireless headphones. Featuring the new CityMix technology, with four adjustable noise cancellation levels, the Q Adapt gives users complete control over how much external noise they choose to let in, delivered in a lightweight, ergonomic design. The lightweight Q Adapt On-Ear Bluetooth headphones feature four built-in microphones, and 20-plus hours of wireless power.
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ROLI Launches Blocks, Affordable LEGO-Like Music Creation System
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ROLI Launches Blocks, Affordable LEGO-Like Music Creation System

ROLI, the London-based music technology startup that created the Seaboard Rise and Seaboard Grand expressive keyboards, announced a new and affordable music creation system for everyone, combining LEGO-like blocks named, aptly… ROLI Blocks. The new scalable music system will be now available at Apple Stores around the world, with the first three modules, Lightpad Block, Live Block and Loop Block, powered by Noise, a free music app for iPhone and iPad.
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XMOS and Sensory Partner to Deliver Keyword Detection Applications
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XMOS and Sensory Partner to Deliver Keyword Detection Applications

XMOS and Sensory have announced a partnership to deliver Sensory’s TrulyHandsfree voice control technology on the XMOS xCORE-VOICE far-field voice capture processing platform. TrulyHandsfree is the latest generation of voice keyword detection software from Sensory, a recognized provider of speech recognition solutions. The partnership combines embedded speech capture with proven voice control technologies, with high accuracy and robust performance in noisy environments.
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Master & Dynamic Announces MW50 Wireless On-Ear Headphones with Custom Beryllium Drivers
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Master & Dynamic Announces MW50 Wireless On-Ear Headphones with Custom Beryllium Drivers

Lifestyle headphone brand, Master & Dynamic announced its latest wireless headphones, featuring custom beryllium drivers. According to the New York City-based company, the new MW50 Wireless On-Ear Headphones were designed as a portable alternative made to last, combining the finest materials and rich, warm sound, with comfortable ear cups that fold flat. The “form-meets-function” exposed all-aluminum antenna provides best-in-class Bluetooth signal range, while the new design is one-third lighter than the company’s previous MW60 model.
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TCL Unveils The Ultimate Connected Home Hub: Xess With Amazon Alexa
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TCL Unveils The Ultimate Connected Home Hub: Xess With Amazon Alexa

Alexa Voice Service is a feature increasingly integrated in wireless speakers, but the connected home hub concept goes way beyond speakers. The new TCL/Alcatel Xess Smart Home Hub with Amazon Alexa, is a large tablet-style device with a 17.3-inch screen and integrated JBL audio, providing bedside alarms and allowing users to hear the news, check the weather, control smart home appliances, and much more. It features an integrated IP camera for remote surveillance and video chat, multi-window view and pre-loaded applications.
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Linkplay Offers Speaker Brands Integration with the Amazon Alexa Voice Service
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Linkplay Offers Speaker Brands Integration with the Amazon Alexa Voice Service

Linkplay Technology, a WiFi audio solution provider from Palo Alto, CA, announced the broad availability of a WiFi audio solution that integrates with the Alexa Voice Service (AVS). The integration makes it easier and faster for speaker manufacturers to bring devices with Alexa to their customers. Jam Audio already used the WiFi audio solution for its speaker with Alexa, Jam Voice, with push to talk technology. The speaker is available as of October 30, 2016.
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Important Technology Updates and Great Product Reviews Featured in audioXpress December 2016
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Important Technology Updates and Great Product Reviews Featured in audioXpress December 2016

audioXpress December 2016 is now ready to download. Our Standards Review article explains the fundamentals of the USB 3.1, USB Type-C, and Thunderbolt 3 specifications. We review four measurement microphones from PCB Piezotronics, the Mytek Digital Brooklyn DAC, the new miniDSP DDRC-24 processor, and we feature a Retro-Style High-Fidelity Preamplifier for DIY enthusiasts. This is an issue no one will want to miss.
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