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Digital Music stories - Page 23

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.
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The music industry's move to digital: Stairway to heaven or highway to hell?

Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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In a digital era, musicians ditch traditional sales for online engagement, leading to a mixed reception and redefining success.
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Move over Spotify, YouTube's here

Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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New licensing deals means unofficial streams posted by regular users are now more likely to disappear, replaced by official uploads from labels.
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Spark and Spotify bring technology to NZ summer music festivals

Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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NZ's summer festivals Rhythm and Vines and Rhythm and Alps introduce RFID wristbands for a unique experience with Spark and Spotify. #MyFestivalStory.
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Braven's Mira speaker now available in New Zealand

Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Braven launches Mira, a stylish, versatile wireless speaker with top-notch sound, now available in New Zealand for $129.99.
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Spotify finally brings dark theme to iPad

Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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The new look brings Spotify's dark theme, refreshed typography and rounded iconography that can be seen on the mobile and desktop platforms.
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Pandora AMP, connecting audience and artist

Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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Pandora, the world's largest internet radio platform, has launched a new platform that will give artists insight into their audience.
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Why is music like a drug for athletes?

Tue, 14th Oct 2014
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The connection between music and exercise goes back hundreds of years, and new technology makes working out with your exercise playlists easier than ever.
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Review: Plantronics RIG Headset and Mixer

Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Plantronics RIG headset and mixer reviews are in, offering seamless gaming and call integration, setting a new benchmark for connected gamers.
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Review: Monster Adidas Headphones

Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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In a clash of titans, Monster Adidas headphones aim to usurp Beats with style and an audio-sharing feature, despite minor quality gripes.
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Review: Monster Octagon headphones

Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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The Monster Octagon has taken over as my daily headphones, purely because of its Monster sound. Are they about to make you tap out?.
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The apps I can't live without...

Tue, 2nd Sep 2014
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Discover the essential apps one journalist simply can't live without, from Facebook to Spotify, proving indispensable for daily life.
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Ears on… with the beating heart of music headphones

Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Beats Solo2 headphones redesigned & reimagined, offering improved sound & comfort; available in 6 colours for NZ$349.00.
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Are you listening to me?

Mon, 16th Jun 2014
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I was out at the pub the other night and I overheard a friend of mine telling someone about how Facebook is spying on us whenever we post a status update.
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Kiwis rack up 2,200 YEARS worth of Spotify music...

Thu, 22nd May 2014
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Putting that into context, that's the time it would take to travel to the moon on the Apollo 11 spacecraft over 225,000 times...
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In the spotlight: Spotify

Mon, 12th May 2014
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The best thing about Spotify is simply how easy it is to use and how easy it is to get your favourite music, new or old, right on your device.
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Review: Rapoo H8030 Wireless Stereo Headset

Thu, 17th Apr 2014
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Rapoo's H8030 headset excels with simple plug and play, day-long battery, and work-friendly design, despite lacking controls. Rating 4.5/5.
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Spotify reveals greatest 'ghost' tracks

Wed, 16th Apr 2014
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Spotify unearths hidden 'ghost' tracks for Easter, featuring secret songs by Coldplay, M.I.A., Arcade Fire, and more.
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Newly unveiled HTC ONE (M8) coming soon to Telecom customers...

Thu, 27th Mar 2014
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HTC One (M8) to hit Telecom stores mid-April in New Zealand, offering free Spotify Premium. The device features innovative Duo Camera and BoomSound.
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Your Invite: IT Service Management Forum heads to Wellington

Wed, 26th Mar 2014
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This year the IT Service Management Forum New Zealand chapter will be celebrating its 10th annual conference in Wellington. The event takes place May 5-7.
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Telecom customers first in line for Samsung Galaxy S5...

Fri, 7th Mar 2014
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Telecom opens pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S5, pre-loaded with Spotify, ahead of its April launch, promising first dibs to its customers.