
Harman, a subsidiary of Samsung, acquired Sound United from Masimo for $350 million, integrating brands like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, and Marantz.
Masimo, originally in medical technology, sold Sound United as part of restructuring to focus exclusively on healthcare solutions.
Harman's acquisition expands its audio portfolio, adding to brands like JBL and Harman Kardon, and aims to leverage synergies among their technologies.
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