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• Epson Lifestudio Flex Special Lux Edition EF‑73 doubles as a 4K PRO‑UHD projector and stylish interior object with premium glass, suede, and gold accents.

• Compact Night Black design includes LED ambient lighting with four modes and a built‑in wireless charging pad, allowing placement on shelves or bedside tables.

• Uses Epson 3‑chip processor, 3‑layer LCD panel, and RGB LED light source, delivering 1000 lumens brightness and adjustable 30–150‑inch projection.

• Epson launches two home projectors: ultra-short-throw Lifestudio Grand Plus EH-LS970B/W on March 12, and design-focused EF-73 on April 9, Japan.

• EH-LS970B/W projects 120-inch images from ~17.5 cm, up to 150 inches, using 3LCD, laser light source, 4,000-lumen brightness, and proprietary 2-axis 4K enhancement.

• EH-LS970B/W supports Google TV, Wi‑Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, three HDMI ports with eARC, 20 ms low-latency gaming, and 2.1ch 20 W BOSE speakers.

• ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

• Devices were dismantled into 180 hard and soft plastic samples, analyzed using solvent extraction, ultrasonics, and LC-MS/GC-MS laboratory techniques.

• Hazardous substances were detected in all models, with bisphenol A found in nearly every sample regardless of price, brand prestige, or market positioning.

• The upcoming Motorola Moto Buds 2 Plus wireless earbuds feature a redesigned vertical charging case with enhanced ergonomic considerations.

• Distinct color options include dark blue with olive green and white with pastel blue, offering a visually appealing aesthetic.

• Incorporating a stem-style design, the earbuds exhibit a refined appearance compared to their predecessors.

• Bose will end cloud support for SoundTouch wireless speakers on February 18, 2026, affecting their streaming and multi-room capabilities.

• Models affected include Bose SoundTouch 10, 20, 30, SoundTouch 300 soundbar, and Series III devices.

• Post-support, these speakers will function as high-quality Bluetooth, Aux, or HDMI audio playback devices.

• The Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) headphones feature a refined design and enhanced audio, maintaining the QuietComfort series' signature qualities.

• They support lossless audio via USB-C with low latency, enhancing compatibility and offering high-quality sound for gaming and media consumption.

• Advanced adaptive noise cancellation adjusts dynamically to surrounding conditions, improving comfort and audio clarity in diverse environments.

• Epson has introduced the EF-LS670, a 4K ultra-short-throw projector featuring Google TV integration and Bose 2.1ch sound technology.

• The EF-LS670 utilizes Epson's 4K Enhancement Technology and a 3LCD panel setup for high-quality 4K video projection with HDR10 and HLG support.

• Capable of projecting a 120-inch image from just 70cm, this projector offers a brightness of 3,600 lumens and a minimum operating noise of 20dB.

• Epson introduces Google TV with Gemini integration for its Lifestudio projector line, enhancing user experience with AI-driven content recommendations and conversational voice commands.

• The Lifestudio projectors feature a unified Google TV interface, offering access to movies, series, live content, and a synchronized watchlist across devices.

• Smart home integration allows control of compatible devices, such as lighting and thermostats, directly through the supported projectors.

• Hyundai and Dolby Laboratories introduced the Elexio, Hyundai's first China-exclusive electric SUV featuring Dolby Atmos for immersive in-car audio.

• The Elexio's standard six-speaker system and optional Bose-enhanced eight-speaker setup deliver unparalleled sound quality for entertainment services like Kugou Music and iQIYI.

• Equipped with an 88.1 kWh battery, the Elexio achieves a 722km range (China Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle) and 30-80% DC fast charging in 27 minutes.

• Bose announces the discontinuation of support for its SoundTouch line of wireless speakers and systems, effective February 18, 2026.

• Post-support, features like Multiroom playback and access to integrated music services will cease functioning.

• Bluetooth, AUX, and HDMI functionalities will remain operational for supported SoundTouch products, ensuring basic audio usage.

• Bose Professional announced key leadership promotions, appointing Matt Calhoun as COO and Shawn Watts as VP of Product Development.

• Matt Calhoun, with over two decades at Bose, will oversee global operations and enhance efficiency and customer impact.

• Shawn Watts transitions from Director of Product Management to VP, focusing on product strategy and lifecycle management.

• Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)** now feature USB-C lossless audio, adaptive noise cancellation, and improved audio performance for enhanced sound clarity and fidelity.

• Cinema Mode** creates an immersive, movie-like listening experience by spatializing audio, improving dialogue, and enhancing background sound for video and spoken word content.

• Extended battery life** offers up to 30 hours of use (23 hours with Immersive Audio), with charging available during use via a USB-C port.

• The Baseus Inspire headphones series, developed in collaboration with Bose, includes the XH1, XP1, and XC1 models, each tailored for distinct uses.

• The XH1 over-ear headphones feature Hi-Res certification, Dolby Spatial Audio, ANC, and a remarkable 100-hour battery life (65 hours with ANC activated).

• The XP1 in-ear headphones offer adaptive ANC reducing noise up to -50 dB, six AI-supported microphones, and a total of 45 hours runtime with the case.

• Bose has launched the SoundLink Micro Portable Speaker (2nd Gen), a compact Bluetooth speaker with enhanced audio performance, from September 25th, 2023.

• Available in Black and Blue Dusk, the speaker is priced at 15,400 yen and features a durable silicone-covered body with IP67 dust and water resistance.

• It incorporates dual passive radiators for powerful bass sound with minimal distortion, despite its small size of 10.3 x 4.4 x 10.3 cm.

• Epson introduces the Lifestudio series of portable RGB LED 3LCD projectors, including the Flex, Pop, and flagship Grand models.

• The RGB LED technology offers enhanced color saturation and brightness compared to DLP, with compact and energy-efficient design.

• All models feature integrated Bose audio systems, Dolby Audio, and Bluetooth support, ensuring high-quality sound without external equipment.

• Spotify introduces lossless streaming for Premium users, offering 24-bit/44.1 kHz FLAC quality, surpassing CD standards but trailing competitors like TIDAL and Apple Music.

• The rollout is gradual, reaching over 50 markets, with device compatibility expanding to include brands like Cambridge Audio, Sony, Bose, and KEF.

• Cambridge Audio's StreamMagic platform is fully compatible with Spotify Lossless, highlighting their proactive approach to streaming advancements.

• Bose introduces the 2nd Gen QuietComfort Ultra Headphones with advanced improvements in Active Noise Cancelling and sound personalization technologies.

• Features USB-C connectivity supporting lossless audio up to 16-bit 48kHz, offering enhanced audio fidelity and reduced latency ideal for gaming.

• Cinema Mode integrates immersive spatial audio, enhancing dialogue and background audio for movies, TV shows, and podcasts.

• SoundLink Plus features true stereo separation, 20-hour battery life, and doubles as a USB-C power bank.

• SoundLink Micro Gen 2 offers 12-hour battery, improved audio, and compact durability with IP67 rating.

• Both models include Bluetooth 5.3, multipoint pairing, and aptX Adaptive support for enhanced connectivity.

• Enhanced AI-driven noise cancellation adapts in real time for precision and includes an Aware Mode for selective awareness.

• CustomTune technology personalizes audio to ear shape, paired with a customizable equalizer via the Bose app.

• Spatial audio and advanced microphones deliver immersive sound and clear calls, even in noisy settings.

• Motorola's Loop Buds, developed with Bose, feature striking jewelry-like design with embedded crystals and open-ear configuration for immersive, practical listening.

• Bose collaboration hints at advanced audio performance, potentially including noise cancellation and high-fidelity sound, at a competitive price point.

• Dumbbell-shaped clip-ons ensure secure, comfortable fit, combining discreet use with premium sound quality.

• Collaboration with Bose enhances sound quality alongside vibrant, affordable design.

• Four microphones and ANC settings adjustable via Skull IQ app with 5-band equalizer.

• Bluetooth 5.3, IPX4 water resistance, and up to 29 hours battery life with case.

• Immersive spatial audio** with head-tracking for a dynamic listening experience.

• Extended battery life**, offering up to 90 hours without ANC and wireless charging support.

• Adaptive ANC reducing noise by 42 dB**, plus a transparency mode for awareness.

• Bose acquires McIntosh, surprising the audio community with a luxury-focused strategic move.

• Acquisition driven by Bose's ambition to enter the high-end automotive audio market.

• Concerns arise over potential dilution of McIntosh's heritage and craftsmanship.

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• Bose plans to unveil new open-ear, clip-on headphones, possibly named Bose Open Ear TWS, at CES 2024.

• The headphones feature a comfortable, non-intrusive design, enabling users to stay aware of their surroundings.

• The G-shaped, over-the-ear design aligns with a growing trend in open-ear audio technology.

• Bose has extended the shutdown of SoundTouch smart speaker cloud services from February 18, 2026, to May 6, 2026, offering users a brief reprieve.

• Core smart features, such as internet radio, streaming services, and app-based controls, will cease, but local functionalities like AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, and speaker grouping will remain operational.

• Bose plans to release the API documentation and source code, enabling third-party developers and the community to create alternative tools to compensate for the loss of cloud services.

• Status Audio Pro X Earbuds**: Featuring a hybrid triple-driver design with a 12mm dynamic driver and two Knowles balanced armature drivers for exceptional audio clarity.

• Advanced Noise Cancellation**: Offers effective -52dB active noise cancellation with a transparency mode, ensuring versatile audio performance in various environments.

• Hi-Res Audio Wireless Certification**: Supports LDAC streaming up to 24-bit/96kHz quality via Bluetooth 5.3, delivering audiophile-grade sound.

• XREAL introduces the XREAL 1S AR glasses, featuring 2D-to-3D conversion technology, weighing only 82 grams, and using Sony OLED microdisplays.

• The glasses include the proprietary X1 chip, enabling minimal 3ms latency and 3DoF head tracking for enhanced user experience.

• Equipped with an audio system fine-tuned by Bose and four directional microphones, the glasses support automatic light transmittance adjustment.

• Motorola's Sound Flow wireless speaker was unveiled at CES 2026, featuring 'Sound by Bose' audio technology for enhanced sound quality.

• The device offers a 30W output via its tweeter, woofer, and dual passive radiators, enabling robust sound performance.

• Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5, Wi-Fi 5, Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, and Spotify Connect, ensuring versatile compatibility.

• Epson, a renowned projector manufacturer, is collaborating with Bose to enhance the audio capabilities of its devices through the 'Sound by Bose' initiative.

• The partnership aims to integrate Bose's advanced sound systems into Epson projectors, with the first models expected to launch in September 2025.

• Initially, these new projectors will be available in China and the United States, with plans for a subsequent global rollout.

• Researchers identified critical vulnerabilities in Bluetooth System-on-Chips (SoCs) from Airoha Technology affecting headphones and earbuds from major brands including Sony, Bose, and JBL.

• The RACE protocol, used for diagnostics and firmware updates, can be exploited over Bluetooth interfaces without proper authentication, exposing devices to potential attacks.

• Vulnerabilities allow attackers within Bluetooth range to access device memory, intercept recordings, issue smartphone commands, and eavesdrop on conversations.

• Epson introduces the Lifestudio Grand EH-LS970, a new ultra-short throw laser projector designed for home cinema enthusiasts.

• Offers true 4K UHD resolution (3840 × 2160 pixels) and a brightness of 4000 lumens through a 3LCD laser light source.

• Features projection ratios of 0.16–0.4:1, enabling images up to 150 inches diagonal even at close proximity.