Fungus as a sound absorber
As healthy and tasty as mushrooms might be, they are good for much more than just the dinner plate. The Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety and Energy Technology UMSICHT has now teamed up with the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics.....»»
A magnetically actuated acoustic metamaterial
Space coiling acoustic metamaterials are static and require manual reconfiguration for sound-field modulation. In a new report published in Communications Materials, Christabel Choi, and a team of scientists in computer science and engineering in the.....»»
McIntosh and Sonus faber demo a $1M anniversary sound system at CES 2024
McIntosh and Sonus faber both celebrated their 75th and 40th anniversaries at CES 2024, with new audio products that they combined in a $1 million system demo......»»
Sennheiser"s new earbuds boast heart rate monitoring & excellent sound
Sennheiser updated its audio experience at CES 2024 with the debut of premium earbuds that offer heart rate tracking, lossless audio, and ultra-low latency Bluetooth.Sennheiser releases three new audio productsSennheiser's CES 2024 lineup includes th.....»»
Audio-Technica’s latest hi-res earbuds debut at CES 2024 for $199
Audio-Technica adds a more affordable way to get great sound and comfort......»»
Resilience in the depths: Silky shark regenerates wounded dorsal fin
A skin resembling armor, rapid healing abilities, continuous tooth renewal and the capability for limb regeneration—this might sound like the description of a creature from a superhero film. Surprisingly, these are standard features of a well-known.....»»
Shape of water jet found to influence sound of impact on still water
A trio of mechanical engineers at Seoul National University has found that the shape of a water jet dropped into a glass of water is the determining factor in the noise that results. In their paper published in the journal Physical Review Fluids, Mou.....»»
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 debut with lossless audio, but skip the spatial trend
The latest gen of Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless earbuds get solid sound improvements but take a pass on the biggest trend in audio......»»
Samsung adds wireless connectivity, touchscreen tech to its Premiere projectors
Samsung's 2024 Premiere projectors have gotten some upgrades, including wireless connectivity, Dolby Atmos sound, and innovative touchscreen features......»»
Samsung’s 2024 TVs are bigger and packed with AI and accessibility features
Samsung's CES 2024 lineup of QLED and OLED TVs offer up some bigger sizes, advanced AI features, and accessibility features for better sound and picture......»»
Unlocking the secrets of disease-causing fungus Aspergillus fumigatus
An international team of researchers, led by Professor Gustavo Goldman of the University of São Paulo and Maynooth University's Dr. Özgür Bayram, has unveiled ground-breaking findings on Aspergillus fumigatus, which can cause deadly disease in hum.....»»
Apple Fitness+ launching Sound Meditations, workouts for golfers, and more
For 2024, Apple Fitness+ is getting some new ways to “stay active and mindful.” Headlining the update are Sound Meditations with a range of themes, a new program called “Strength, Core, and Yoga for Golfers, featuring record-breaking athlete Ro.....»»
Apple Fitness+ launches new workouts and meditation for 2024
In its now annual update, Apple Fitness+ has announced a series of additions to its Artist Spotlight and Time to Walk series, plus a new meditation theme and a core strength workout from golf's Rose Zhang.Apple Fitness+ adds new Sound MeditationsFoll.....»»
Does Apple Music sound weak? It’s not your headphones’ fault
Did you get a new set of Apple or Beats headphones over the holidays, then discover that Apple Music doesn't sound as good as it used to? Here's why......»»
Chicken whisperers: Humans crack the clucking code
A University of Queensland-led study has found humans can tell if chickens are excited or displeased, just by the sound of their clucks......»»
As tree species face decline, "assisted migration" gains popularity in Pacific Northwest
As native trees in the Pacific Northwest die off due to climate changes, the U.S. Forest Service, Portland, Oregon and citizen groups around Puget Sound are turning to a deceptively simple climate adaptation strategy called "assisted migration.".....»»
Newborn southern resident orca spotted in Puget Sound
The J pod of endangered southern resident orcas has a new baby......»»
Upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 3 earbuds promises “flagship” quality sound
OnePlus has teased the launch of their upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 3 which they claim will offer “flagship” sound quality. The post Upcoming OnePlus Buds Pro 3 earbuds promises “flagship” quality sound appeared first on Phandroid. On.....»»
How televisions point the way for a future with CarPlay and Android Auto
Imagine having to buy a television that didn't allow you to also use a Roku or Fire TV stick. That doesn't sound like fun, does it?.....»»
The best soundbars of 2024: a sound upgrade for your TV
These soundbars are guaranteed to give you way better TV sound, and some cost as little as $200. Stop listening to your TV's built-in speakers!.....»»
We tried a pair of earbuds designed by Olivia Rodrigo to see if they"re actually good
These earbuds designed by Olivia Rodrigo provide immersive sound and barely any sound leaking. But, the compatible app is outdated and whether they actually differ from the standard Sony LinkBuds S is questionable. Full disclosure: I am not an.....»»