Sony Electronics Adds Three New Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones to the 1000X Family
Among the many new audio products announced by Sony Electronics at IFA 2017, three new wireless headphones now bring Sony leading noise cancelling technology to truly wireless style and behind-the-neck style headphones, with the world's first Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing and the world's first Adaptive Sound Control. The range includes the new Sony WH-1000XM2, an enhanced version of the popular around-ear style with more options to tailor the sound to your environment.
Sennheiser Introduces Enhanced IE 80 S Earphones with Sound Customization
At IFA 2017, Sennheiser launched an enhanced version of one of its highest-performing earphone models. Created for the discerning music enthusiast, the new IE 80 S offers a brilliant lifelike sound with outstanding sonic accuracy and clarity. With a unique sound customization function and additional customization features such as an interchangeable cable and memory foam ear tips from Comply, the IE 80 S promises to take the mobile music experience to the next level.
Qualcomm Promotes aptX HD Audio Technology Ecosystem at IFA 2017
With the audio industry and consumer electronic companies pushing the high-resolution audio concept further, Qualcomm is determined to promote the message that consumers don't have to trade quality for convenience when it comes to wireless streaming, thanks to its aptX HD audio technology. At the IFA 2017 show in Berlin, Qualcomm announced that the aptX HD audio ecosystem is expanding rapidly.
Harman Enters the Truly Wireless Earbuds Segment with JBL Free
JBL cut the cord with its new truly wireless earbuds for the everyday active lifestyle, called simply JBL Free. The new product unveiled by Harman as part of his massive new products announcement at IFA 2017, allows users to take calls, listen to music, and exercise. It's not exactly a cutting edge product, there are no smart features, the battery lasts for 4 hours, and they are available for a very affordable price. Samsung also announced the second-generation Gear IconX at IFA 2017.
Sony Electronics Introduces LF-S50G Wireless Speaker with Google Assistant
Promising a Smarter Way to Enjoy Music, Sony's announcements at the IFA 2017 show in Berlin follow the predictable consumer trends, offering access to voice personal assistants and improved wireless smart home features. Sony's new LF-S50G wireless speaker combines high quality sound with the smart features of the Google Assistant built-in. The LF-S50G can be used "smartly" in the kitchen with handy clock functionality and is IPX3 splash-proof design with a water repellant surface.
MQA Expands Global Reach On Smartphone, Portable Devices and Music Services at IFA 2017
Music technology company, MQA, announced a breadth of new partnerships at the IFA consumer electronics show in Berlin. Developed for convenient delivery and unmatched audio quality, MQA technology will now be supported by LG’s new V30 smartphone, the first globally available MQA-enabled handset. MQA music playback will also be available on the two latest portable devices from Sony’s iconic Walkman brand, the WM-ZX300 and WM-A40 models.
B&O PLAY Unveils Beoplay E8 True Wireless Earbuds using NFMI Technology
B&O PLAY has expanded its earphone portfolio, with the launch of the brand’s first truly wireless earphones, Beoplay E8. The new Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 true wireless earbuds exude simplicity and style, using premium materials that remain at the heart of the brand's heritage. The development focuses on sound quality and a seamless listening experience on the move, leveraging Near Field Magnetic Induction (NFMI) and Bluetooth 4.2.
Libre Wireless Technologies Announces Its LibreSync Platform Will Work with Amazon Alexa and Support the Alexa Connected Speaker APIs
At the IFA 2017 consumer electronics show in Berlin, Libre Wireless Technologies announced their LibreSync wireless mic-to-cloud voice and media streaming platform solutions will work with Amazon Alexa voice service, as well as support the newly announced Alexa Connected Speaker APIs. With the integration of Alexa and the Alexa Connected Speaker APIs, Libre enables consumer brands and ODM’s to easily incorporate and leverage Alexa voice service and multiroom audio control via Alexa.
Amazon Implements Multi-Room Music with Alexa Control and Announces New Alexa Developer Tools for Third-Party Alexa-Enabled Systems
Amazon announced an all-new Alexa feature that allows users to control and synchronize music streaming across multiple Amazon Echo devices in the home. Not only target music to a specific Amazon device or a group of devices - such as the Dot, Echo Show, and regular Echo speaker - but also reach third-party AVS devices. New Alexa Developer Tools to extend the ability to control multi-room music on other connected audio systems using voice commands will be available in 2018.
Dynaudio Reveals new Cinema Master High-Performance Home Theater System and new Product Lineup for CEDIA 2017
CEDIA 2017 will be an opportunity for renowned high-end loudspeaker specialist Dynaudio to showcase a diverse range of innovative new loudspeakers reflecting its 40 years of experience — with a focus on the custom install space. The company will present the new Cinema Master, a high-performance, luxury home theater system, together with new custom Studio Series installation loudspeaker systems. Another show highlight will be the presentation of its Special Forty Anniversary Speaker model.