This year, two major consumer electronics fairs took place once again: CES and the IFA event.
Several innovations tend to appear in the world stores either just before the start, during, or shortly after major exhibition premieres. Sometimes, products scheduled for market release in the coming months are also presented. The reasons for this timing can vary, but the exciting part is that consumers have much to look forward to. Let’s delve into some notable highlights from the field.
Premium Soundbar
The Bose brand is expanding its high-end sound product lineup with the introduction of the Smart Ultra Soundbar. It incorporates the new AI Dialogue Mode, which balances speech volume and surround sound. This sound system boasts nine dipole loudspeakers, including two upward-facing ones. It features Dolby Atmos and Bose TrueSpace audio technologies. The Soundbar provides a range of connectivity options, such as HDMI eARC, optical connections, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Chromecast. To optimize the listening experience, calibration of the ADAPTIQ room is recommended.
Exceptional Materials and Design
Bang & Olufsen and Cisco have joined forces to create premium wireless headphones with features tailored for business professionals on the move. These headphones come equipped with enhanced security and device management technologies for IT teams. They offer users a premium audio experience, whether they are at home, work, or on the go. Key features include extended battery life, high-fidelity sound, active adaptive noise cancellation, and quick pairing via Bluetooth 5.2, compatible with Android and iOS, all without compromising sound quality. Premium sound is delivered through 9.2 mm changers, and the frequency range is from 20 Hz to 22 kHz.
Portable Projector
Hisense has added to its portfolio a portable 4K laser projector, the C1, designed for long projection distances. It features Dolby Vision High Dynamic Range (HDR) support and can project images ranging from 65 to 300 inches diagonally. Built on RGB TriChroma Laser Light Engine technology, it achieves a brightness of 1600 ANSI lumens and includes autofocus and keystone correction. Hisense’s VIDAA smart TV platform offers swift access to popular streaming apps like Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, and more. The projector is equipped with a 20W JBL speaker and supports Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital surround sound, as well as Apple Airplay streaming.
A Piece of Art
Towards the end of last year, the premium brand Loewe introduced a luxurious range of Iconic TVs. Loewe is renowned for its commitment to design, as reflected in the new frames featuring white and bronze stone optics (in addition to the existing graphite gray). The stand is made of solid mineral composite material. Three exclusive finishes are available, including midnight marble, diamond dust, and ivory sands. Speaker covers come in graphite gray or black, while side inserts, use various materials, colors, and finishes and can be matched with your interior. The Iconic OLED TV range is offered in 55″ and 65″ diagonal sizes, employing a 4K LG Display OLED panel.
Text: Peter Stano, photo: Bose, Bang & Olufsen, Hisense, Loewe
