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The QRED technology, unveiled at the SID-MEC conference, utilizes elongated nanomaterials named 'quantum rods' to enhance screen brightness and HDR quality while reducing energy consumption.

Researchers from Germany's Fraunhofer Institute IAP-CAN demonstrated the application of quantum rods on substrates, showcasing their high-temperature resilience and superior light control capabilities.

Unlike traditional quantum dots, quantum rods offer precise spatial alignment, enabling efficient light management and reduced energy usage without brightness loss.

The Heddphone D1 by Hedd Audio introduces Thin-Ply-Carbon-Diaphragm (TPCD) technology, leveraging ultralight carbon fiber for enhanced audio precision and control.

Designed as an open-back over-ear headphone, it ensures structural resonance control, balancing sound clarity and range.

Featuring 32 Ohm impedance and 100 dB sensitivity, it adapts to diverse audio sources, excelling with premium amplifiers.

Silentium partners with Cadence to integrate Quiet Bubble software into Tensilica HiFi DSPs, enhancing in-car active noise cancellation capabilities.

Quiet Bubble creates personalized quiet zones for occupants, reducing noise up to 1 kHz in real time for a better driving experience.

The solution leverages Tensilica HiFi DSPs' efficiency and scalability, targeting cost-effective and high-performance in-cabin comfort.

The "Gospellers 30th Anniversary Original Earphones" are a limited-edition release celebrating the group's major debut milestone.

The earphones feature dual magnetic circuit dynamic drivers with frequency range of 20Hz–20kHz and an impedance of 18Ω.

Designed with aluminum alloy housing, a 1.2m cable, and a white faceplate marking the 30th anniversary.

GoBoult Mustang Thunder headphones feature 40-mm bass drivers for deep, rich sound quality, ideal for music and entertainment enthusiasts.

Up to 70 hours of battery life and 10-minute quick charge providing 10 hours playback ensure extended usability.

Equipped with noise-cancellation technology, low-latency mode, Bluetooth 5.4 with SBC and AAC codecs, enhancing communication and gaming experiences.

NHK has announced the commencement of registration for reception contract information linkage via NHK ONE starting November 18.

Users who migrated from NHK Plus to NHK ONE are exempt from additional registration as their information is already linked.

The registration process creates a reception fee account, allowing users to confirm contract details and payment statuses.

LG introduces RGB-Mini-LED technology, enhancing LCD-TVs with increased brightness and color gamut, pushing technical limits towards QD-OLED standards.

RGB-Mini-LED offers numerous dimming zones for refined backlight control, yet doesn't match OLED's self-emissive pixel capabilities.

LG's CES Awards announcement briefly confirmed future models featuring RGB-Mini-LED technology, with more details expected in January 2026.

Toshiba's REGZA laser projectors, models RLC-V7R and RLC-V7R MAX, now support Apple AirPlay 2 through a firmware update.

This update improves usability by enhancing projector settings adjustment features, ensuring smoother operation and user-friendly interface.

Enhanced stability has been implemented, minimizing operational disruptions and ensuring consistent performance under various conditions.

The Kalalau preamplifier, designed by BELLA SOUND, is named after the scenic Kalalau Valley and Beach on Kauai Island.

Utilizing J-FET circuitry, the device ensures linear, neutral sound reproduction with minimal noise interference.

Features include a Faraday cage design for power supply and channels, and fully balanced circuit with attenuators.

The VULKKANO TD10, the first turntable from Spanish brand VULKKANO, offers a seamless entry into the vinyl listening experience.

Featuring a belt-driven mechanism, adjustable counterweight tonearm, and Audio-Technica ATL-3600 cartridge for reliable and high-quality sound.

Supports playback speeds of 33 and 45 RPM, equipped with built-in phono preamp and optional external configuration.

The JBL Sense Pro wireless headphones feature an open design and advanced technologies like OpenSound and JBL Spatial Sound for immersive audio experience.

Certified Hi-Res Audio Wireless is achieved via LDAC connectivity, enabling high-quality 24-bit sound transmission with enhanced dynamic bass adjustment.

Equipped with dual directional microphones and an AI noise-canceling algorithm, they ensure clear communication even in noisy environments.

Panasonic introduces the SC-GNW10S Gaming Neck Speaker in collaboration with Final Fantasy XIV, launching mid-December for ¥35,200 via Panasonic Store Plus.

Features include ergonomic design, immersive surround sound, low-latency wireless connectivity, and intuitive controls for enhanced gaming experience.

Incorporates FFXIV-themed elements like job icon detailing, Meteor-inspired transmitter design, and packaging reflecting 'Golden Legacy' expansion visuals.

KDDI and Netflix collaborate to offer up to 5 months of free Netflix (Ad-supported Standard) for au/UQ mobile users.

The campaign runs from December 1, 2023, to April 30, 2026, with a sign-up deadline of March 31, 2026.

Discounted pricing during the campaign: Standard Plan at 700 yen/month, Premium Plan at 1,400 yen/month.

The Style Council's debut album, *Café Bleu*, initially released in 1984, is being reissued as a comprehensive 'Special Edition'.

The deluxe set includes six CDs covering the original album, B-sides, demos, BBC sessions, and live performances.

Available in January 2026, the box includes a 12-inch package with a hardback book featuring insights by Gary Crowley.

The FiiO Warmer R2R DAC features a proprietary 24-bit R2R architecture with 192 precision resistors for high-quality audio conversion.

It offers dual operational modes: Non-Oversampling (NOS) and Oversampling, catering to varied auditory preferences.

Equipped with a vacuum tube buffer stage using four JJ Electronic E88CC tubes, it delivers a warm, harmonically rich sound.

Edifier introduces the S201MKII 2.1 audio system featuring a total output power of 150W and an innovative wireless subwoofer.

The system supports Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Wireless certifications, enabling playback at up to 96kHz/24-bit detail and LDAC codec compatibility.

Components include an 8-inch long-throw subwoofer, 3.5-inch midrange drivers with aluminum diaphragms, and 25mm titanium tweeters with dual neodymium magnets.

NHK's program 'Intellectual Inquiry Frontier: Tamori & Yamanaka Shinya's ?' explores music's effects on the human brain.

Features Tamori's audio room with JBL 4350 speakers, tweeters, acoustic lenses, and a 4,000-jazz-record collection.

NHK ONE provides simultaneous and catch-up program streaming, news articles, and videos in Japan.

Samsung introduces the Movingstyle lineup featuring portable displays, including the 27-inch LSM7F and 32-inch M7 Smart Monitor.

The Movingstyle LSM7F offers a touchscreen, 120Hz Motion Xcelerator, Dolby Atmos audio, and a rechargeable battery for up to 3 hours.

The Movingstyle M7 Smart Monitor emphasizes productivity with a 4K UHD display, Workspace tools, and a sleek rolling stand.

The QUAD PLATINA Integrated amplifier merges classic design with modern digital innovation, offering both aesthetics and functionality for audiophiles.

Featuring a dual mono Class AB amplifier, it delivers 2x200W at 8 ohms and 2x300W at 4 ohms, ensuring significant power and performance.

Its ES9038Pro DAC supports up to 768kHz PCM and DSD512 formats, providing high-fidelity digital audio reproduction.

The Australian brand KRIX launched the Evara series, designed for compact spaces, including the Equinox Evara speakers and Seismix 1 Evara subwoofer.

Equinox Evara bookshelf speakers measure 295×175×235 mm, weigh 6 kg, and feature a frequency range of 45 Hz to 40 kHz.

Equipped with a 5-inch bass driver with a paper diaphragm and a 1-inch tweeter, the speakers deliver high-fidelity sound.