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The company says its self-tuning speakers are the first to simultaneously run two voice assistants. News 

JBL Challenges Sonos with Multi-Room Authentics Home Speakers

Adriana Marais,

JBL has unveiled its new Authentics series, a collection of three connected speakers that offer similar features to Sonos. These speakers support multi-room audio, automatic self-tuning, and have Bluetooth, WiFi, and Ethernet connectivity. While only the priciest model has Dolby Atmos immersive sound, all three can simultaneously run Google Assistant and Alexa, making JBL the first company to achieve this. In designing the Authentics series, JBL was inspired by its L100 speaker, which debuted in the 70s. The bookshelf had a grid-patterned Quadrex grille as a visible aesthetic element, which…

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The FlexConnect technology will debut on TCL's 2024 television lineup. News 

Dolby Atmos to Enhance Home Theater Audio with TV Speakers

Jim Hendler, ,

Certain companies offer the option to utilize the speakers in your television to enhance the performance of soundbars or other speakers, resulting in improved audio quality. For instance, Samsung provides Q-Symphony and Sony offers Acoustic Center Sync. Today, Dolby has unveiled a new feature called Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, which operates in a similar manner by connecting TV speakers with any wireless speakers present in the room. This technology will be introduced initially on TCL TVs in 2024. Dolby explains that FlexConnect “intelligently optimizes sound” based on room layout and speaker…

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The portable speaker may also come in colors and sport USB-C. News 

Sonos Move 2 to Feature Stereo Audio and 24-Hour Battery Life: Report

Adriana Marais, ,

According to The Verge, Sonos is reportedly planning to release an upgraded version of its portable speaker, the Sonos Move. The original Move was praised for being one of the few fully connected portable speakers at the time of its release in 2019. However, with advancements in technology, Sonos seems to have made improvements to the device. The leaked details suggest that the Move 2 will offer significant upgrades, with the most notable being the transition from mono to stereo sound. If you were dissatisfied with the sound quality of…

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The latest Marshall bluetooth speaker in India sits between its most-expensive product and looks to show its worth to buyers. News 

Marshall Middleton II: Portable Audio With Premium Sound At A High Price

Jim Hendler, ,

Marshall is a globally recognized brand that has adapted its audio products over time while maintaining its distinctive style. The brand’s portable product range begins at a high-end price point, with larger products commanding higher prices. The Middleton II is one of Marshall’s more accessible Bluetooth speakers, at least in terms of size, as most would say that for Rs 31,999, the Marshall Middleton II not only has to prove its sound prowess, but also packs the X-factor. to justify the speaker’s higher cost in a market where lower-end options…

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This 5.11 channel Dolby Atmos / DTS:X soundbar claims to deliver cinematic surround sound with Vertical Surround Engine and S-Force PRO Front Surround. Gadgets 

Sony Unveils HT-S2000 Dolby Atmos Soundbar With 5.1 Channel in India

Adarsh V.K, , ,

Sony, the renowned tech company from Japan, has introduced its latest HT-S2000 Dolby Atmos soundbar in India. This soundbar provides a three-dimensional surround sound experience, even when playing stereo content. The centre speaker is equipped with a built-in dual subwoofer that produces deep bass. Additionally, this soundbar is compatible with the new Home Entertainment Connect app. Sony HT-S2000 Dolby Atmos Soundbar Price and availability Priced at Rs 42,990 in India, the Sony HT-S2000 soundbar will be available for purchase starting June 9 at all Sony retail stores and the ShopatSC…

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The new speaker offers Alexa voice commands that also let you control smart home devices using your voice. Gadgets 

Amazon Launched Echo Pop Smart Speaker powered by Alexa in India

Adarsh V.K, , , ,

Amazon continues to update its range of Echo smart speakers in India, with the latest being the Echo Pop, which was announced at a global event earlier this year. Echo Pop will remind you of desk clocks, except this clock has a grille with built-in speakers and a microphone so Alexa can hear your voice commands. Amazon introduces a new speaker with a new processor that promises faster responses. Amazon echo pop price in India The Amazon Echo Pop has been launched in India at a price of Rs 4,999,…

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A court in the US has ordered Google to pay $32.5 million to high-tech audio technology company Sonos, for infringing on the company's smart speaker patent. News 

Google has been ordered to pay $32.5 million to Sonos over smart speaker patent infringement

Adriana Marais, , , , ,

A US court has ordered Google to pay $32.5 million to high-tech audio technology company Sonos for infringing the company’s smart speaker patent. A San Francisco jury verdict found that Google’s smart speakers and media players infringed on one of Sonos’ patents, The Verge reported, citing a court filing. The jury said Google must pay $2.30 for each of the more than 14 million devices sold. The US International Trade Commission (ITC) said in a ruling in January last year that Google had infringed on five patents of high-tech speaker…

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