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STMicroelectronics Acquires ams’ NFC and RFID Reader Assets
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STMicroelectronics Acquires ams’ NFC and RFID Reader Assets

STMicroelectronics announced that it has acquired ams’ assets related to NFC1 and RFID2 reader business. The acquisition of IP, technologies, products and business strengthens ST’s secure microcontroller solutions embedding NFC connectivity. New products already integrating this technology are sampling now to ST customers and covering a broad range of applications such as next-generation mobile and Internet of Things devices, complementing ST’s NFC/RFID EEPROM tag offering.
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MUTEC Releases Firmware V1.10 for MC-3+ Smart Clock USB
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MUTEC Releases Firmware V1.10 for MC-3+ Smart Clock USB

German manufacturer of professional and audiophile consumer audio equipment, MUTEC announced firmware V1.10 for its popular MC-3+ Smart Clock USB. The MC-3+USB uniquely combines an audiophile USB interface with an audio re-clocker designed for the demands of high-end consumer audio. Since its introduction in November 2015, MUTEC received feedback from customers and distributors sparking several ideas for improvements. With the update, the MC-3+USB gets optimized re-clocking algorithms, PCM/DSD auto-detection and improved operation.
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New beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO Reference Class Headphones
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New beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO Reference Class Headphones

beyerdynamic anticipated it’s newest professional headphone, the DT 1990 PRO, to be launched officially during the IFA 2016 show, in Berlin. The newest chapter in the acclaimed DT PRO studio series (DT 770 PRO, DT 880 PRO, DT 990 PRO, and DT 1770 PRO), the DT 1990 PRO is said to deliver absolute precision with reproducible results, whether in the studio or for personal use. Once again, this new beyerdynamic open back model uses new-generation Tesla transducers, creating a reference system for both studio work and audio enthusiasts.
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Allen & Heath Strengthens dLive Digital Mixing System With New Controllers and Audio Networking Cards
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Allen & Heath Strengthens dLive Digital Mixing System With New Controllers and Audio Networking Cards

As anticipated at the InfoComm 2016 show, Allen & Heath has introduced several key additions to its flagship dLive digital mixing system, with the launch of the IP6 and IP8 fully-configurable and networkable remote controllers, and the Waves V3 and gigaACE audio networking cards. With a consistent flow of new product announcements, new options and upgrades, the British professional audio company is steadily gaining market share on a global level.
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Fairchild’s Portfolio of USB Type-C Solutions is Compatible with Latest Type-C Specifications
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Fairchild’s Portfolio of USB Type-C Solutions is Compatible with Latest Type-C Specifications

Fairchild announced that its FUSB302 family of USB Type-C controllers are the industry’s first to be compatible with the latest updates to the USB Type-C standard, including Power Delivery (PD) specification - Type-C PD 1.2 Standard. This enables manufacturers using the FUSB302 to easily support all current and previous versions of the USB Type-C specifications in their products.
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beyerdynamic Presents New Byron Series In-Ear Headsets
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beyerdynamic Presents New Byron Series In-Ear Headsets

Byron is the new affordable headset series from beyerdynamic combining wired and wireless Bluetooth models with high-quality design and materials, good sound and ease of use. The range, which is scheduled to be introduced at the forthcoming IFA 2016 show, in Berlin, includes three starter models: the wired in-ear Byron headset retailing at 49 euros, the Byron BT Bluetooth necklace model (99 euros) and the Byron BTA wireless luxury model (199 euros). Both Bluetooth models have up to 7.5 hours battery life.
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Analog Devices Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Linear Technology
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Analog Devices Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Linear Technology

Consolidation continues in the electronic components’ industry. This time is Analog Devices acquiring Linear Technology, the established manufacturer of analog integrated circuits for power management, data conversion, signal conditioning, RF and interface ICs, µModule subsystems, and wireless sensor network products. According to Analog Devices, highly complementary product portfolios, engineering talent, technology, and application domain, creates an industry leader across all its major product categories.
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Joe Stopka Joins TASCAM as Director of Business Development
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Joe Stopka Joins TASCAM as Director of Business Development

TASCAM, the professional audio division of TEAC Corporation and a subsidiary of Gibson Brands, has named Joe Stopka to the position of Director of Business Development. In his new position, Stopka will be responsible for pursuing and developing new business opportunities for the Tascam brand in both live and studio music production, as well as recorded sound for film and video.
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Texas Instruments Announces First Qi-Certified 15-W Wireless Power Transmitter
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Texas Instruments Announces First Qi-Certified 15-W Wireless Power Transmitter

Texas Instruments (TI) introduced the industry’s first Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) v1.2 Qi-certified 15-W wireless power transmitter. The bq501210 enables 84 percent system efficiency with significantly less thermal dissipation than traditional wireless power devices. The transmitter supports multiple fast-charging protocols and offers an array of flexible and customizable features such as personal electronics, medical and space-constrained industrial applications.
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Genelec Appoints Dave Maclaughlin as Education Sales Director
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Genelec Appoints Dave Maclaughlin as Education Sales Director

Finish pioneer in Active Monitoring technology, Genelec announced that it has appointed Dave Maclaughlin to the position of Education Sales Director. Based in Florida, Maclaughlin will be in charge of educational sales for the entire U.S., as well as a direct sales rep for the state of Florida. The announcement was made by Will Eggleston, Genelec Inc. Marking Manager, and underscores the importance Genelec places on the educational market sector nationwide.
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