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Acoustic Energy celebrates 40 years with the AE1 40th Anniversary Edition loudspeaker, enhancing its classic two-way standmount design introduced in 1987.
Upgraded features include a 29mm aluminum tweeter with rear chamber and a 5" anodized aluminum mid/bass driver, improving sound clarity and distortion reduction.
Cabinet dimensions remain at 95mm x 180mm x 240mm, despite internal volume adjustments for the larger mid/bass driver.
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* Disney+ has completely removed HDR support, including HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision, due to an ongoing patent dispute affecting all subscription tiers.

* Munich launches the inaugural Munich HiFi Days in March, filling the gap left by the departed international High End trade show.

* Starting in 2026, Dirac Live software licenses will be sold in-person at HiFi Klubben stores across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany, and the Netherlands.

* Marshall releases Mode USB-C wired earphones featuring a USB-C plug, priced at ¥8,990, targeting modern smartphones lacking 3.5mm headphone jacks.