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Digital Music stories - Page 21

Music is everywhere, and most of us listen to it on digital electronic devices. Digital music is a method of representing sound as numerical files in order to read it by a device capable of playing and transmitting it.

The main features of digital music are the sample rate and the bit depth - which are the number of samples an audio file carries per second and the amplitude resolution of audio files. Most common file formats of digital music are MP3, WAV, PCM and AIFF.
Mp3 player vs gramophone

Ovum reveals three certainties for the rapidly evolving music streaming sector in 2016

Tue, 19th Jan 2016
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The shift in consumer spending towards accessing music rather than owning it is an unstoppable trend resulting in a monumental shake-up.
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Hands-on Review: BenQ Trevolo Bluetooth speaker

Fri, 15th Jan 2016
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Where other makers have opted for simplistic designs, BenQ pushed the boat out when it came to the Trevolo Bluetooth speaker.
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Tay Tay's exclusive - and predictable - deal with Apple Music

Tue, 15th Dec 2015
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Apple has inked a deal with Taylor Swift that will see users of Apple Music have access to the singer's 1989 World Tour LIVE concert movie.
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Hands-on Review: iLuv Bluetooth Aud Mini Speaker with LED Light Show

Tue, 1st Dec 2015
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I've tried a lot of Bluetooth speakers and many are almost identical. Finally, I've found something completely different.
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Hands-on Review: Scosche BoomBottle+

Thu, 12th Nov 2015
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Scosche BoomBottle+ wireless speaker withstands outdoor conditions and provides a backup charge for your mobile device.
Gaming

Game on as Impact Systems signs ANZ Mionix gaming deal

Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
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Impact Systems has signed a distribution deal with Sweden's Mionix, which will see the distributor bringing Mionix gaming peripherals to ANZ.
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MOTAT launches new, interactive exhibition

Fri, 30th Oct 2015
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MOTAT unveils 'Sounds Amazing', a vibrant exhibition diving into the science of sound, with fun, interactive learning on display.
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Hands-on Review: UE Boom 2

Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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If you like making sure you have a soundtrack for your summer travels, the UE Boom will make your plans a lot easier.
Airbuds

Truly wireless headphones making their case on Kickstarter

Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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Alpha Audiotronics in the U.S. have launched a Kickstarter campaign with the goal of launching truly wireless ear buds – Skybuds.
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Sonos announces new flagship smart speaker and tuning software

Wed, 30th Sep 2015
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smart appliances
Sonos has announced a new flagship smart speaker, the Play:5, and its Trueplay tuning software will be available later this year.
Advancement

Tech advancements drive wireless audio device market

Fri, 25th Sep 2015
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The global wireless audio device market is gaining traction, and is expected to increase to $23.89 billion by 2020 at a CAGR of 24.9%.
Bose

Bose releases new wireless around-ear headphones

Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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Bose launches new wireless headphones that offer 'true wireless freedom' and up to 15 hours of battery life. #technews.
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Samsung extends Wireless Audio 360 speaker range

Mon, 7th Sep 2015
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The R5, R3 and R1 models follow the R7 and R6 speakers in Samsung's Wireless Audio 360 line-up, and offer the same balanced sound and table-top design.
Onkyo

Are true wireless headphones finally here?

Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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Onkyo debuts the world's claimed first truly wireless in-ear headphones at IFA, ditching all cables for pure Bluetooth freedom.
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Hands-on Review: Orbitsound Spaced360

Thu, 27th Aug 2015
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With the Spaced360, British company Orbitsound is looking to deliver a unique audio experience to every corner of the room.
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Why tech retailers have learnt to say no

Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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10 years ago computer retailers filled their stores with desktop computers, monitors and rows of software. Today they're almost unrecognisable.
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LG adds wireless curved sound bar to Music Flow family

Thu, 13th Aug 2015
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LG's new sleek wireless curved sound bar, with dynamic audio adjustment, enhances the Music Flow series this October.
Piracy

Has the UK entered digital prohibition?

Wed, 12th Aug 2015
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UK High Court overturns private copyright exceptions, potentially turning millions of ordinary people into lawbreakers. Digital blockade ineffective.
Braven

New BRAVEN wireless speakers come to New Zealand stores

Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Coined the 'biggest and baddest speaker in the BRV line of ultra-rugged wireless speakers', capable of delivering 28 hours of uninterrupted play time.
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Taylor Swift rejects Apple Music

Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Taylor Swift criticizes Apple Music's three-month free trial, saying it doesn't pay writers, producers, or artists.