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Parent Company PML of Paradigm, MartinLogan Buys GoldenEar From Audioquest

— December 20, 2024 00:00

Parent Company PML of Paradigm, MartinLogan Buys GoldenEar From Audioquest

PML Sound International, parent of Paradigm, Anthem, and MartinLogan, acquired GoldenEar from The Quest Group. Will engineering-focused leadership unlock GoldenEar's full potential post-AudioQuest?

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Denon, Marantz Manufacturing Plant Hit by Japan Earthquake

— March 18, 2011 10:12

Denon, Marantz Manufacturing Plant Hit by Japan Earthquake

D&M Holdings gave a statement this week that its factory in Shirakawa, Japan is going to be closed until next week as a result of some severe damage from last week's intense 9.0 offshore earthquake.

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Netflix to Stream Original Series with House of Cards

— March 18, 2011 09:55

Netflix to Stream Original Series with House of Cards

Kevin Spacey must love Netflix. It what is brand new ground for the streaming Goliath, Netflix just outbid several significant cable networks, including HBO and AMC to get the new House of Cards drama

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DISH Remote Access ‑ First on iPad

— March 16, 2011 10:28

DISH Remote Access - First on iPad

With the DISH Remote Access app for iPad you can whip out your iPad or iPhone to set your DVR, record shows, manage your programs, or even use your device like a fully-functioning remote control.

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NuVo Announces Music Port Elite Online Classes

— March 10, 2011 01:55

NuVo Announces Music Port Elite Online Classes

The Music Port is NuVo's "most dynamic" source component. The Standard Music Port (MPS4) and the Music Port Elite (MPS4-E) bring four versatile sources into a home through one compact unit.

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Star Wars Episode 1 3D Theatrical Release Date is February 14, 2012

— March 09, 2011 11:43

Star Wars Episode 1 3D Theatrical Release Date is February 14, 2012

I can't wait to see Star Wars again. I mean, it's been almost 3 years since I wrote George Lucas a check - the man is clearly due. Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace hits theaters April 14, 2012.

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Wolfson Intros Programmable Standalone Audio DSP

— March 08, 2011 01:10

Wolfson Intros Programmable Standalone Audio DSP

Wolfson Microelectronics plc announced the next step in its journey towards delivering a complete (HD) audio solution by unveiling the WM0010, Wolfson’s first ever fully programmable standalone DSP.

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Sceptre Adds Colors to Galaxy Series Ultra‑Slim 24‑inch LED HDTVs

— March 07, 2011 01:25

Sceptre Adds Colors to Galaxy Series Ultra-Slim 24-inch LED HDTVs

Sceptre announced the introduction of colors in its Galaxy Series 24-inch LED widescreen HDTV. The ultra slim, lightweight LED HDTV boasting 1920 x 1080 resolution and rapid 5 ms response time.

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Sonos Introduces Its Controller for Android

— March 04, 2011 01:35

Sonos Introduces Its Controller for Android

Sonos introduced the Sonos Controller for Android this week, a free app that transforms most Android smartphones into a wireless music controller for the company's Multi-Room Music System.

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Atlona Si and Signature Matrix Switchers Receive Control4 Certification

— March 03, 2011 18:49

Atlona Si and Signature Matrix Switchers Receive Control4 Certification

Atlona Technologies today announced that the company's Si and Signature line matrix switchers have earned Control4 certification, ensuring compatibility and smooth integration with Control4.

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Verismo Networks Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway Preview

— March 03, 2011 01:45

Verismo Networks Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway Preview

Verismo Networks announced this week a Triple Play Broadband Media Gateway targeted at Service Providers (Telcos, ISPs, MSOs) who wish to expand their reach by offering Triple Play services.

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D‑Link and Boxee Add Netflix and VUDU

— March 02, 2011 03:25

D-Link and Boxee Add Netflix and VUDU

Expanding content options available to users, D-Link and Boxee announced this week that the award-winning Boxee Box by D-Link now features support for both Netflix and VUDU.

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RBH Sound Revamps Loudspeaker Website

— March 02, 2011 00:15

RBH Sound Revamps Loudspeaker Website

RBH Sound today announced the launch of the company's new website www.rbhsound.com. The new website reflects the company's commitment to its customers and consumers by incorporating many enhancements.

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Apple Leads the Charge to hi‑fi Digital Music

— February 28, 2011 14:30

Apple Leads the Charge to hi-fi Digital Music

Apple wants you to blow the speakers on your iPad 2 with 24-bit panache! Apple and other music retailers to begin dealing in uncompressed, high res digital audio files.

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Blockbuster Starts Bankruptcy Sell‑off Process

— February 25, 2011 04:15

Blockbuster Starts Bankruptcy Sell-off Process

In what is undoubtedly a living example of the end of an era in our time, Blockbuster Inc, which once dominated the home movie rental industry filed for bankruptcy last year and is closing.

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Premier Mounts Releases IPM‑300 Flexible iPad Mount

— February 25, 2011 03:50

Premier Mounts Releases IPM-300 Flexible iPad Mount

Premier Mounts' hopes to add flexibility and ease of use to your home, office or boardroom with their new Adjustable Mobile Stand for the iPad (IPM-300) or Kindle.

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NXE Announces ActiveSLEEVE Universal iPod Sport Arm Sleeve

— February 25, 2011 01:25

NXE Announces ActiveSLEEVE Universal iPod Sport Arm Sleeve

NXE announced the ActiveSLEEVE Arm Sleeve, an extremely lightweight and breathable arm sleeve that allows active individuals accessibility and enjoyment of iPods, iPhones and other MP3 devices.

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Exclusive: Sony Electronics Briefing ‑ 3D, Bravia, Blu‑ray

— February 24, 2011 15:20

Exclusive: Sony Electronics Briefing - 3D, Bravia, Blu-ray

We are currently listening to and participating in a webcast with Sony Electronics, centering mainly on how Sony is trying to redefine TV. We'll be posting and explaining the event live...

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Cineak Debuts Zero Gravity Sienna Chairs

— February 24, 2011 03:15

Cineak Debuts Zero Gravity Sienna Chairs

Cineak announced a new chair - the Sienna, a truly innovative option for your next theater or media room. Designed with weightless comfort in mind, the Sienna reclines with a zero-gravity mechanism.

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4i Concepts Announces 4iThumbs2 Keypad Overlay for iPhone

— February 24, 2011 01:40

4i Concepts Announces 4iThumbs2 Keypad Overlay for iPhone

4i Concepts, New-York based developer of unique iDevice accessories, will begin shipping the 4iThumbs2 this week, the only ridged overlay screen designed to guide typing on the iPhone.

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Denon Announces Firmware & Hardware Upgrade for AVR‑5308CI / AVP‑A1HDCI

— February 22, 2011 04:55

Denon Announces Firmware & Hardware Upgrade for AVR-5308CI / AVP-A1HDCI

Denon Electronics, a manufacturer of home entertainment components, will offer a firmware update to its flagship AVR-5308CI A/V Receiver and AVP-A1HDCI A/V Home Theater/MultiMedia Preamplifier.

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HDMI Licensing Working with US Customs to Crack Counterfeits

— February 22, 2011 01:00

HDMI Licensing Working with US Customs to Crack Counterfeits

Since January 2010, 32 shipments containing counterfeit HDMI products such as cables and adapters, DVD players and electronic projectors have been seized or destroyed at U.S. ports.

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Pro Audio Technology Intros In‑wall, In‑ceiling, and Subwoofer Products

— February 20, 2011 20:35

Pro Audio Technology Intros In-wall, In-ceiling, and Subwoofer Products

Building on the success of its initial high-output in-wall loudspeakers, Pro Audio Technology (PRO) has expanded its offering of designer-friendly products to include new in-wall, in-ceiling and subs.

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Genesis 2.2 Junior Line‑Source Speaker Preview

— February 18, 2011 01:50

Genesis 2.2 Junior Line-Source Speaker Preview

Genesis Advanced Technologies, manufacturer of high-end luxury loudspeaker and amplifier systems announced the Genesis 2.2 Junior line-source floor-standing tower loudspeaker system. This is a

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Always Wanted a Media Server? Olive Wants to Give You One!

— February 17, 2011 20:55

Always Wanted a Media Server? Olive Wants to Give You One!

Olive Media is giving away the chance to win one Olive O2M music server to one eligible Audioholic's forum member! Meet the Olive O2M Multi-Room Player. Contest ends on March 31st so don't delay.

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Seymour‑Screen Excellence Announces Reference Fixed Frames

— February 17, 2011 03:55

Seymour-Screen Excellence Announces Reference Fixed Frames

Acoustically transparent projection screen company Seymour-Screen Excellence, today announced the release of its new Reference Fixed Frame (RF) screens for North America.

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Sanus iPad Mount Adapter Preview

— February 17, 2011 01:15

Sanus iPad Mount Adapter Preview

Ever want to mount your iPad underneath your kitchen cabinet? Now Sanus lets you stream television, check the weather, or get your daily news fix right then and there - anytime, anyplace.

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Twelve South MagicWand Preview

— February 16, 2011 08:45

Twelve South MagicWand Preview

Twelve South introduced a new product it's calling MagicWand. The device is a new accessory that seamlessly connects Apple Magic Trackpad to the Apple Wireless Keyboard.

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NextGen Copperhead Xtreme HDMI 1.4 Cables Preview

— February 15, 2011 00:05

NextGen Copperhead Xtreme HDMI 1.4 Cables Preview

We try to stay up with technology, and NextGen recently announced a new line of HDMI cables, dubbed their "Copperhead Xtreme" line, that meets or exceed HDMI's latest standards.