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ASUS will start integrating Dirac sound in some of its laptops

Swedish digital audio company Dirac and consumer technology company ASUS have expanded their partnership to integrate Dirac Virtuo spatial audio into the new ROG Phone 7 series of smartphones and Vivobook and ExpertBook series of laptops.

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Dirac Virtuo spatial audio delivers realistic and immersive soundscapes, enhancing the overall user experience. According to Dirac Chief Commercial Officer Mats Oberg, this continued collaboration helps provide the ASUS community with best-in-class gaming and media experiences through unrivaled immersive audio performance.

“Working directly with global technology leaders is core to our mission to improve the state of digital sound

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by Ismene
Software

The flashiest Bluetooth speaker you can buy

Techaeris Rated 8.8/10

The JBL Pulse Bluetooth speaker was introduced in 2013, and it looked distinctly different from this generation of Pulse. When JBL introduced the Pulse, it was unique and well-received. The speaker has received several changes, and the new JBL Pulse 5 shows that the company’s primary selling point is the Pulse 5’s flashy light show.

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We’ve reviewed previous Pulse models, and they have always been decent Bluetooth speakers emphasizing those mesmerizing lights. The JBL Pulse 5 doesn’t change much in terms of sound, it’s still just okay, and its charm comes from the light show

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by Ismene
Software

Dynatrace Announces Pricing of Public Offering by Selling Stockholders – Dynatrace (NYSE:DT)

Software intelligence company, Dynatrace, Inc. DT, today announced the pricing of an underwritten public offering of 15,000,000 shares of common stock by certain selling stockholders of Dynatrace. In addition, such selling stockholders have granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 2,250,000 shares at the public offering price, less underwriting discounts and commissions. The offering is expected to close on February 10, 2023, subject to customary closing conditions.

BofA Securities is acting as the sole underwriter for the offering.

BofA Securities may offer the shares of common stock from time to time in one or

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by Ismene
Software

Samsung updates iOS app to control Matter-enabled devices

Samsung SmartThings, the “premier technology enabling connected living and driving the future of IoT,” announced Matter controller support is now available on iOS. This is excellent news for those who are into the entire Internet of Things ecosystem. Being able to control multiple Matter devices is certainly something users appreciate.

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SmartThings continues to promote access to smart technology that allows people to live more efficiently, save money, and protect the environment. SmartThings showcased its Matter-certified products at CES this year, featuring the SmartThings Station, a smart home hub and charging port that can control and

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by Ismene
Software

Enhance your headphone experience with this THX-balanced DAC/amp

A headphone DAC and amp are not a requirement to enjoy the sound from your various devices, but sometimes they can help. Many mobile devices have a DAC (digital audio converter) built into their included dongles, which work reasonably well. But for serious audio listeners, with serious headphones, a DAC/amp like the FiiO Q3 is going to enhance the audio experience further.

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It’s also important to note that using a device like the FiiO Q3 with very cheap headphones may not do much for you. DACs and amps are made to drive headphones with more

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by Ismene