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Hisense launches the compact C3 mini projector in Germany for €1,699, positioned below C2 Pro and C2 Ultra in brightness and placement flexibility.

C3 delivers 2,500 ANSI lumens brightness, surpassing the C2’s 2,000 but trailing C2 Pro (2,600) and C2 Ultra (3,000) models.

Supports comprehensive HDR formats including HDR10, HDR10+, HLG, and Dolby Vision, though projector HDR lacks local dimming compared to premium TVs.

Sony expanded the WH‑1000XM6 lineup with a new “sand pink” color, joining black, blue and silver without any hardware changes.

The over‑ear WH‑1000XM6, originally launched in May 2025, remains priced at €369 in Europe and is now available in four finishes.

Alongside this, Sony unveiled the WF‑1000XM6 true wireless earbuds in black and platinum silver, positioning them as the brand’s next flagship in‑ear model.

TEAC’s $629.99 TN-400BT X/TB is a belt-drive Bluetooth turntable launching Spring 2026, targeting wireless-first listeners with modern vinyl playback flexibility.

Limited-edition turquoise blue lacquer finish distinguishes this model, while high-density MDF plinth, aluminum platter, and machined controls emphasize durability beyond entry-level turntables.

Bluetooth 5.2 with SBC, aptX, and aptX Adaptive codecs enables high-quality wireless vinyl streaming, storing up to eight paired headphones or speakers.

Sony WF-1000XM6 true wireless earbuds launch in black and platinum silver, open for preorders at €299, undercutting WF-1000XM5’s €319 debut price.

Active noise cancellation is powered by a new QN3e processor, claimed three times faster, coordinating eight microphones per earbud for dramatically stronger isolation.

Updated dynamic drivers, improved DAC and amplifier deliver cleaner, more detailed sound, with reviewers saying WF-1000XM6 rivals WH-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM6 over-ears.

TC Entertainment announced the cancellation of three planned Blu-ray titles, including the highly anticipated "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence" 4K restored UHD Blu-ray release.

The cancelled releases include "Nagisa Oshima Blu-ray BOX I" (5 discs) scheduled for April 10, and "Blu-ray BOX II" (5 discs) scheduled for June 10.

"Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence 4K Restoration" was also cancelled ahead of its June 10 launch, despite expectations for UHD-quality remastered visuals.

Sony opened Digital Media Production Center Japan (DMPC Japan) at its Tokyo headquarters, the third global site after the US and UK, enabling end-to-end workflow verification.

DMPC Japan supports full production pipelines, including virtual production, XR spatial content creation, post-production, and test screenings, all within a single integrated facility.

The center features CineAlta VENICE 2, Cinema Line cameras, Crystal LED VERONA, OCELLUS markerless camera tracking, and Virtual Production Tool Set systems.

The M3 Plus ASANO TANCH Edition DAP, a collaboration between SHANLING and TANCHJIM, launches globally on February 20, limited to 2,000 units.

Features Cirrus Logic CS43198 Quad DAC configuration, delivering high-resolution sound with unique retuning for enhanced audio fidelity.

Offers versatile audio output options: 3.5mm single-end (200mW@32Ω) and 4.4mm balanced (800mW@32Ω), suitable for varied headphones.

KEF will exhibit at “AUDIO FESTA in NAGOYA 2026” on February 14–15 at Nagoya Convention Hall, showcasing flagship and wireless speaker innovations.

Demonstration products include the flagship BLADE One Meta, high-end The REFERENCE Series, active Coda W, subwoofers KC92/KC62, and LS Wireless Collection.

KEF hosts scheduled seminars with precise time slots, including in-house presentations on Reference 5 Meta and Coda W, plus expert-led listening sessions.

Smashing Pumpkins will celebrate the 35th anniversary of their 1991 debut album *Gish* with a single-LP vinyl reissue released on 29 May 2026 via UMR.

Originally produced by Butch Vig, *Gish* showcased Billy Corgan’s distinctive vocals and songwriting, with Jimmy Chamberlin’s drumming adding heft that set it apart from early grunge peers.

The 35th anniversary edition is a straightforward reissue using original 1991 non-gatefold packaging, without bonus tracks, demos, or live material included.

Huawei launches the second-generation "FreeClip 2" wireless earcuff earbuds on February 20th with an estimated market price of ¥27,280.

Features innovative "C-Bridge design" with acoustic spheres and Japan's first dual diaphragm driver, enhancing audio performance.

Lightweight design at 5.1g per earbud, utilizing liquid silicone for a soft and comfortable fit.

HIGH END 2026 audio exhibition will relocate to Austria Center Vienna (ACV) on June 4–7, 2026, marking the first move outside Germany in its 44-year history.

ACV is Austria’s largest conference center, offering 21 large halls, 134 smaller rooms, five levels, and modular spaces with movable walls providing up to -50 dB sound isolation.

The entire venue is sold out, with major brands like Audio-Technica, ELAC (100th anniversary), Yamaha, Bowers & Wilkins, and Marantz planning their largest or most ambitious displays ever.

The FIIO JH13 Black earphones feature a natural zebrawood faceplate, providing superior rigidity and vintage aesthetic appeal.

Equipped with a 10mm dynamic driver and two balanced armature units, delivering high-resolution mid and high frequencies.

Utilizes a crossover design for seamless integration of diverse driver types, ensuring rich, accurate, and dynamic sound.

Sony introduces a new 'Sand Pink' color variant for its high-end wireless WH-1000XM6 headphones, releasing on February 27.

With this addition, WH-1000XM6 now offers four color choices: Black, Platinum Silver, Midnight Blue, and Sand Pink.

The 'Sand Pink' variant features a brighter pink hue compared to the previous WH-1000XM5's 'Smoky Pink.'

Ultrafide Audio will debut the ENSO INT-125 integrated amplifier at the 2026 Bristol Hi‑Fi Show, emphasizing traditional amplification over built‑in streaming or app ecosystems.

Designed and built in East Devon, England, the £3,500 ENSO INT-125 reflects Ultrafide’s pro‑audio heritage from MC² Audio and XTA Electronics.

Power output is rated at 125W per channel into 8Ω and 250W into 4Ω, using Ultrafide’s proprietary UltraSigma output topology.

km5 launches the limited-edition Instant Disk Audio-CP1 WICKED model on February 20, priced at ¥24,200, following earlier crowdfunding-based pre-sales success.

The wireless CD player emphasizes “music and jacket art enjoyment,” allowing CD cases to be displayed on the front for integrated visual and audio experiences.

Modern specifications include Bluetooth 5.1 wireless playback, a 3.5mm headphone jack, USB Type-C charging, and approximately 7–8 hours of continuous playback.

Audio Group Denmark unveils an ultra-luxury Danish-built system combining Børresen M8 Gold Signature speakers and Aavik M-880 monoblock amplifiers, totaling roughly SEK 13.5 million.

Børresen M8 Gold Signature speakers stand over 2.2 meters tall, weigh 325 kg each, and cost about €1 million per pair, handcrafted without commercial constraints.

The M8 uses 12 bass drivers with iron-free magnetic systems, featuring gold-plated copper components to eliminate hysteresis and maximize transient speed and responsiveness.

Samsung Display introduces the Penta-Tandem technology for its QD-OLED panels, enhancing performance and durability significantly.

The new design features a five-layer tandem blue OLED light source, improving luminous efficiency by 1.3 times and doubling panel lifespan.

Brightness levels reach up to 4500 nits for TVs and 1300 nits for monitors under a 3% pixel fill ratio.

Écoute Audio unveiled TH2 full-size wireless headphones featuring a built-in vacuum-tube preamplifier with true dual-mono architecture, unprecedented in personal audio design.

The TH2 uses a Korg Nutube 6P1 dual triode, integrating authentic analog tube amplification directly into the signal path rather than DSP-based tube emulation.

Connectivity is highly versatile, including USB-C lossless digital audio, 3.5 mm analog input (active or passive), and Bluetooth 5.3 supporting AAC and LDAC codecs.

Lotoo celebrates the 10th anniversary of the PAW Gold with the limited 'PAW Gold 10th Anniversary Edition,' restricted to 800 units globally.

The device is exquisitely crafted through a collaboration between industrial and jewelry designers, featuring ceramic-carbon PVD-coated stainless steel and a sapphire crystal screen.

Enhanced sound tuning expands vocal warmth, spatial depth, and emotional impact while retaining compatibility with the original PAW Gold's input/output functionality.

The bPower CryoFly by bFly-Audio uses cryogenic treatment to enhance conductor electrical properties, aimed at improving sound clarity and dynamics.

This innovative process rearranges metallic structures at the molecular level, achieving enhanced homogeneity, conductivity, and stability.

The cable features high-quality materials, robust connector housings, and precise contact surfaces, ensuring exceptional performance and durability.