We have seen the future of PC speakers, and it’s the Razer Leviathan V2 Pro. It’s claimed to be the world’s first beamforming soundbar for desktop with head-tracking AI technology, in partnership with THX and leading 3D audio beamforming experts, Audioscenic. This compact soundbar delivers an immerisve surround soundstage whilst ensuring users are always in the sweet spot for the optimal listening experience.
There’s this custom Portal GLaDOS ceiling lamp, and then the stylish IKEA x Sonos SYMFONISK floor lamp, which doubles as a functional speaker. With a minimalist design, it boasts elevated sound while emanating a warm soothing light. It comes with a bamboo shade that can be personalized using various SYMFONISK speaker lamp shades.
LG Display unveils the Thin Actuator Sound Solution (TASS), an invisible speaker for automobiles that is set to be commercialized in Q1 2023. Speakers normally consist of a voice coil, cone, and magnet, while this solution is extremely thin, thanks to LG Display’s film-type exciter technology. It works by vibrating off display panels and various materials inside the car body to produce rich, 3D immersive sound experiences.
There’s the ultra pricey Porsche 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro speaker, and then the Devialet Mania. At $790 USD, this portable speaker is no bargain itself, but does boast 360-degree audio, thanks to four full-range drivers and two subwoofers working together with Active Stereo Calibration acoustic mapping technology.
Sleek and stylish, the Porsche Design 911 Soundbar 2.0 Pro speaker is made from a real GT3 exhaust system. It’s limited to 500-units worldwide and the stainless steel exhaust system isn’t just for looks, as it doubles as a subwoofer extension, while the speakers themselves producing 300 watts of system power.
You could either use Raspberry Pi to build an auto-tracking sentry gun turret, or to transform a Retro Pixel Art Game Bluetooth speaker into a functional mini PC like Carter Hud did. First, the internal speaker and electronics had to be removed before a USB Blackberry keyboard could be installed, complete with a custom bezel.
The Anker Soundcore Motion Boom Plus was designed for the outdoors, and you can get one for $134.99 shipped, today only, originally $179.99. Featuring improved titanium drivers, BassUp technology that provides users with punchy bass as well as a detailed high end, and dual 3.5-inch woofers, each powered by 30 Watts (60W Total). Product page.
Sonos fans rejoice! The Sonos Sub Mini, a wireless subwoofer that builds upon the award-winning design of Sub, while still delivering rich, clear low end in a more compact, cylindrical design. It will be available in matte black and white colors globally starting October 6th, priced at $429 USD.
The Bose SoundLink Color II Bluetooth Speaker is fully water resistant and you can get one for $79 shipped, today only, originally $129. Weighing just 1.2-pounds and measuring 5″ wide x 2″ deep, it connects wirelessly to smartphones, tablets or computers, all the while being able to withstand pool splashes, spills, or getting caught in the rain. Product page.
Bang & Olufsen’s all-new Beosound Theatre was designed to the be the world’s most powerful and immersive soundbar. It comes equipped with 12 speaker drivers, including two custom-made long stroke 6.5” woofers and 800 watts of amplification power, that provide up to 112dB sound pressure level. A custom-made center channel ensures that speech is crystal clear, while the tweeter is mounted directly in front of the midrange.