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Synaptics unveils the Astra SL2600 Series, featuring multimodal Edge AI processors optimized for audio, voice, text, and video on-device processing.
The SL2610 product line includes five processor families: SL2611, SL2613, SL2615, SL2617, SL2619, catering to diverse smart appliance and industrial applications.
These processors integrate Google Coral NPU, Arm Cortex architectures, and Synaptics Torq Edge AI platform for enhanced AI processing capabilities.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

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* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.