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Amazon patents noise-cancelling headphones with hazard alerts By James Walker Amazon has been granted a patent for a pair of noise-cancelling headphones that can automatically mute themselves when in an emergency situation. They solve the problem of headphones disconnecting you from your surroundings, keeping you aware of hazards.

Headphone companies optimistic for a future without 3.5mm jack By James Walker As Apple prepares to launch the iPhone 7 without a traditional headphone jack, the audio industry is moving to anticipate a future where the humble 3.5mm connector is no more. Many companies are viewing the situation positively.

Review: Rock Jaw Audio demonstrates quality sound can be done on a budget By James Walker The Rock Jaw Clarito, the audio company's newest product, blends a refined all-metal design with a balanced and measured sound signature. Designed to produce a rounded audio experience, the Clarito's low cost isn't indicative of its output quality.

Review: Rock Jaw Audio Alfa Genus V2: High-quality budget earphones By James Walker Rock Jaw Audio is a British audio company specialising in high-quality headphones. Its Alfa Genus V2 in-ear set is the follow-up to one of the most highly-rated budget headphones, delivering customisable sound and a comfy design at a respectable price.

Facebook might be monitoring everything you say using your phone By James Walker Facebook's mobile app could be continually recording your conversations with other people using your phone's microphone, an expert has claimed. The company is allegedly using the data to tailor advertisements to you based on your interests.

Review: Inateck's wooden earphones offer high-quality sound for low cost By James Walker Inateck has two new premium earphone sets for style-conscious audiophiles, the metal-and-wood BH1101 and the all-wood BH1105. Both models are a cut above typical earphones, offering clear, refined sound and a lightweight design at a reasonable price.

Intel wants to replace headphone jacks with USB Type-C ports By James Walker Intel has published a proposal to replace the traditional 3.5mm headphone jack with digital USB Type-C connections. The company claims it would provide higher quality audio and simplify the connection of audio equipment to different kinds of devices.

Google launches YouTube Music to mixed reviews By James Walker Google has officially launched YouTube Music in the U.S. The service is designed to take on rival streaming apps including Spotify and Apple Music. Users can listen for free or enjoy an "amplified experience" for a $9.99 per month subscription.

Review: Inateck BH1001 Bluetooth headset: Wireless with a magnetic touch By James Walker Wireless headphones are the way to go when you want to listen to music in private but a cable gets in the way. With no wire dangling to your phone, Bluetooth headsets like the Inateck BH1001 can provide a low-cost route to a more enjoyable experience.

Review: Inateck BTSP-10 Plus is an all-purpose Bluetooth speaker By James Walker The Inateck BTSP-10 Plus Bluetooth speaker is a high-performance, portable wireless speaker for audiophiles listening to music while at home and on the move. It gives good sound quality while still being small enough to take out with you.

Review: The Inateck BR1001 lets you stream music to any speakers By James Walker The Inateck BR1001 Bluetooth audio receiver lets you play music wirelessly from a mobile device through any set of speakers. It is a useful addition to the home of any tech-lover and can also be used while on the move.

Review: The iClever IC-BTS02 is a loud, ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker By James Walker The iClever IC-BTS02 is an ultra-portable, high-quality Bluetooth speaker that is small enough to sling into a bag while still delivering an enjoyable sound experience. It can also be used to take calls with its built-in mic.

Samsung Music closing July 1 By James Walker Samsung's audio streaming service, Samsung Music, is to close its doors on 1st July. An email to users of the service said the product "will no longer be available," starting in June.

Apple poised to buy designer audio company Beats By James Walker Apple is purportedly considering buying the highly-popular fashionable audio company Beats for around $3.2 billion (£1.9 billion) which would make the deal the most costly acquisition Apple has ever made.

How to find a surround sound system on a budget By Tech News If you’re looking for a quality surround sound system at the lower end of the cost spectrum, there are quite a few name brands you can choose from. Plenty of options offer impressive wattage and multiple features for under $350.

World’s best electronic artists converge at MUTEK IMG Special By Gene Kosowan Montreal’s experimental art summit will showcase the globe’s most innovative audio and video works from VJ-ing to creating high-tech sensory atmospheres in public spaces.

Review: RHA-Audio shows promising results with MA450i Earphones Special By Milton Este RHA Audio, a division of Reid Health, is a small research and development company of audio equipment located in Glasgow, UK. They specialize in cutting edge sound technology and current have a small earphone and headphone product line worth checking out.

Audio: Bradley Manning's statement to court martial leaked By JohnThomas Didymus The audio of Pfc.Bradley Manning's statement before a court martial in Fort Meade, Md., explaining the motive for his actions has been leaked to the Freedom of the Press Foundation which published it late Monday in violation of court rules.

NYPD stop-and-frisk Harlem teenager for being a 'f**k**g mutt' By JohnThomas Didymus New York - An audio posted to YouTube by The Nation records a stop-and-frisk encounter between a Harlem youth and NYPD officers. The audio confirms fears that the controversial policy is being used in a discriminatory manner that promotes racial profiling.

Review: Audio Technica AT2020 Microphone Special By Henry Cole The Audio Technica AT2020 microphone is a side address cardioid microphone for amateur audio enthusiasts looking for a good quality microphone which won't break the bank.

Audio: Dad interviews daughters about worst haircut ever By Leigh Goessl A 5-year-old girl decided to give her 3-year-old sister a free haircut, but both were surprised by the end result. Their dad, a reporter, decided to interview the duo to try and get the full story.

Op-Ed: Melodrama filled with laughter & fun in Baker City, Oregon Special By Scott Ungerecht Baker City - Theater is a language most of us can easily understand, whether it is a popular Hollywood action movie or a live stage production in your hometown.

Sonic Advertising Beam Targets Passersby By Mike Simmons Advertising mavens are always looking for ways to attract our attention. That competition has gone beyond being the loudest, brightest or most racy to putting voices inside our heads.

"Divvio" aims to become the king of audio and video By kaleigh2u A startup company from Silicon Valley is hoping to be the next king of Audio and Video search.

Pluggd “perfects” audio and video search By Chris V. Thangham Search Audio and Video files with Pluggd "HearHere" innovative technology.

Broadcast Your Own Video Site By Andrew Majewski PixPO allows you to share your own video, photo, and audio.

Belkin announces cases for the ZUNE By mikeyle05 Taking advantage of the Zune digital media player’s landscape viewing mode, Belkin FM transmitters, backup battery pack, and cases let you enjoy video viewing on your Zune

The World's Largest Internet Audio and Video Event Opens In New York By Digital Journal Staff NEW YORK CITY - If you are currently in New York, do not miss Penton Media’s fall technology events: Internet World Fall 2001, Streaming Media East, StorageNext and I.T.-FREE, which opened Monday, December 10, 2001, at the Javits Convention Center (655.

New MP2000 Internet Music Player by e.Digital By Digital Journal Staff SAN DIEGO - The latest MP2000 Internet music player from Maycom has superb audio quality and louder output levels than most other portable music players on the market today. MP2000 also features a rugged, brushed aluminum case, an internal, rechargeabl...

In Search Of Perfect Natural Sound - One-Bit-Audio By Digital Journal Staff HAMBURG (dpa) - Ones and zeros can really sound good, as anyone who has a CD player or has downloaded MP3 files from the Internet knows. It's also the hottest thing in amplifiers: digital amplifiers. The manufacturers say these devices will deliver ...

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