Klipsch launches the next generation flagship Reference speakers-- the RF-7 III floorstanding speaker and the RC-64 III centre channel, both being enhanced versions of the previous Reference II series.
Both described by the company as able to deliver ultra-sensitive, hard-hitting, accurate sound, the two speakers carry a new tweeter. It features a 1¾-inch titanium driver with an enhanced phase plug design able to improve sound pressure linearity at high frequencies. A Tractrix horn further improves high-frequency response and extension, while proprietary Cerametallic woofers minimise distortion and, when paired with the Tractrix horn, provide ultra-high sensitivity and high efficiency.
The Omni Planter models promise 360-degree "sparkling clear" audio, and house a decorative plant of choice inside the top section. The all-aluminium powder coated enclosure is available in an array of standard and custom colours, as well as different configurations such as units without rear-firing satellites (for use in corners or against a wall). For commercial applications and securing to solid surfaces the company offers tamper-proof brackets and bolts.
The buyout encompasses the StormAudio hardware brand, IP, infrastructure and inventory. It was organised by Auro Technologies senior VP Yves Trélohan, together with Brussels-based Saffelberg Investments. Immersive will use its Nantes, France facility as global HQ for sales, marketing, R&D and manufacturing, together with StormAudio's existing Novato, California N. American sales, marketing and dealer support subsidiary and Hong-Kong sales and service support center.
The series consists of 4 models-- the small RP-140D, medium RP-240D, large column-style RP-C40D and the RIP-440D SB 3-channel passive soundbar. The first three can be used as left, centre, right or surround speakers, and all models are equipped with 4-way keyholes for horizontal or vertical wall mounting.
Apple does not give reason for the delay, other than it needing a "little more time" before the device is ready for launch. It is also unclear as to whether the delay will affect launch in other countries, but we can assume that will be exactly the case.
The speakers feature easy setup to any audio source via wide range of digital, analog and wireless inputs, are turntable-, PC- and TV-ready, and feature a 24-bit/192kHz digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and RIAA-equalised phono preamplifier. Bluetooth allows use with any device, while a subwoofer output blends the speakers with any powered subwoofer.
First presented in concept form back at MWC 2016, the Xperia Hello is an Android-based device able to recognise facial expressions and gestures as well as voice through a camera on top of the swivelling "face." The camera is paired with 7 microphones and 4 motion sensors, allowing the Hello to detect people approaching within a 3m radius.
