Audio stories

Hands-on Review: JBL Flip 7
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digital entertainment
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playtime
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portable speaker
The JBL Flip 7 speaker delivers impressive sound clarity and bass in a compact, eco-friendly design, priced at NZD $199.95 with up to 16 hours of playtime.

PPDS & Shure form global alliance to offer unified AV solutions
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uc
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
PPDS and Shure form a global alliance to provide integrated AV solutions combining Philips displays and Shure audio systems for seamless collaboration.

Freedman Group acquires Lectrosonics to boost global audio reach
Mon, 12th May 2025
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cloud services
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customers
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pwc
The Freedman Group has acquired US wireless audio maker Lectrosonics, enhancing its global portfolio with famed professional audio technology since 1971.

Klearcom launches Verify+ for enhanced global IVR testing
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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saas
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uc
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devops
Klearcom has launched Verify+, a global solution enabling firms to simulate and test customer service calls in over 100 languages before going live.

Qsic secures USD $25m to expand AI audio platform and enter new markets
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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genai
Qsic has raised USD $25 million in Series B funding to enhance its AI-driven audio platform, aiming to expand its retail operations and boost its market presence.

JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners
Tue, 11th Feb 2025
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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bluetooth
JBL has unveiled a new range of headphones for children aged 3-8, featuring safety-focused designs and innovative parental controls.

Hands-on review: Apple AirPods 4 elevate music and everyday bliss
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's AirPods 4 offer an extraordinary mix of superb audio quality and noise-cancelling features, transforming everyday listening into a blissful experience.

BlueAnt unveils Pump X headphones with ANC & sweatproof
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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fitness
Australian audio company BlueAnt has launched the Pump X over-ear headphones, designed for fitness lovers and everyday users at AUD $299.

Hands-on review: JBL Soundgear Sense
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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fitness
JBL's new Soundgear Sense headphones promise a blend of comfort and sound quality, retailing at NZD $200, perfect for music lovers on the go.

JBL launches holiday audio range
Mon, 2nd Dec 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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gaming headsets
JBL has launched its new audio range, featuring diverse products like the Soundgear Sense and Flip 6, to suit consumers' needs this holiday season.

Deepfake fraud rises: 56% of Singapore firms affected
Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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biometrics
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financial systems
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email security
A Regula survey reveals that over half of Singaporean companies face deepfake fraud, with 56% experiencing audio scams, sparking global concerns.

Salesforce unveils Agentforce; experts highlight AI limitations
Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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martech
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cdp
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ai
Salesforce's Agentforce, unveiled at Dreamforce, spotlights AI in business. Yet, experts argue multimodal AI, combining visual, text, and speech, is the future.

Gartner: 40% of generative AI solutions to be multimodal by 2027
Mon, 9th Sep 2024
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digital entertainment
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genai
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data privacy
Gartner forecasts that 40% of GenAI solutions will incorporate text, image, audio, and video by 2027, a leap from 1% in 2023, reshaping enterprise applications.

Veritone & Nuix join forces to elevate AI-driven redaction
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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digital entertainment
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
Veritone partners with Nuix to integrate AI-powered redaction into Nuix's Neo platform, enhancing capabilities for audio, video evidence in investigations and compliance.

Sparteo appoints Rachel Saada as new Head of Marketing
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
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cx
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martech
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digital entertainment
Sparteo appoints Rachel Saada as Head of Marketing to boost UK growth, aiming for 50% growth in 2024. Saada brings experience from Jellysmack and Taboola.

Hands-on review: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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headphones
SteelSeries’ Arctis Nova 5 Wireless offers versatility across devices, exceptional sound, and comfort with its robust design and user-friendly features.

Flinders University & Sennheiser launch hi-tech Adelaide campus
Thu, 9th May 2024
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edutech
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e-learning
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tertiary education
Adelaide's Flinder University collaborates with Sennheiser, renovating its city campus with cutting-edge audio technology to enrich teaching experiences and promote interactivity.

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 360P
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
JBL's Quantum 360P wireless gaming headset delivers superb audio, impressive battery life, and dual-device connectivity, standing out as an affordable, reliable option for competitive gamers.

Blackmagic Design unveils extensive lineup of 22 products
Mon, 15th Apr 2024
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storage
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ai
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software
Blackmagic Design revolutionises the market with the launch of a robust 22-product lineup across a diverse range of use cases.

Australian Monitor launches cutting-edge TRUEBLU Bluetooth audio receiver
Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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bluetooth
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distributors
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amber technology
Australian Monitor introduces innovative TRUEBLU Bluetooth audio receiver under its Amber Technology brand, delivering leading-edge Bluetooth v5.1 tech for enhanced professional and domestic audio experiences.