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Meta's AI-assisted audio codec claims 10x compression rate compared to MP3s

TechSpot

Thanks to its high efficiency and integrated support by iconic products like the everlasting Winamp player, the MP3 codec became the de-facto standard for sharing audio files on the internet during the Nineties and beyond. Now, a new codec wants to make history again by offering even more extreme gains.

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Qualcomm’s aptX Lossless promises CD-quality audio for wireless headphones

The Verge

But one of the main challenges confronting lossless audio is how to play it wirelessly (at full fidelity) on wireless headphones and earbuds. With aptX Lossless (which is technically an extension of aptX Adaptive), Qualcomm says it’ll be able to stream CD-quality, 16-bit / 44.1kHz lossless audio over Bluetooth.

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Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro with AI and ANC are on sale for under $135

Mashable Tech

That is a 33% discount on a pair of AI-powered noise-canceling earbuds with real-time translation, 360 Audio, high-resolution sound, and IPX7 water resistance. These earbuds are designed for serious audio lovers. SSC HiFi and UHQ audio codecs deliver 24-bit/96KHz high-resolution sound. The AI features go beyond just audio.

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The ASUS ROG Cetra wireless gaming earbuds are just $80 today, and I think they are criminally underrated

Mashable Tech

I think I just found the unicorn of wireless audio. Gaming mode gives you low-latency audio so your Fortnite jump scares sync up with the chaos on screen. No audio delay to ruin your perfectly-timed shotgun blast. Opens in a new window Credit: ASUS ASUS ROG Cetra True Wireless Gaming Headphones $79.99 at Amazon $99.99

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Get four months of this Disney+ and Hulu bundle for only $12

Engadget

At a time when it feels like every streaming service, audio and video, is pushing their subscription costs ever-higher, it's a treat to get any amount of entertainment access for a discount. The deal is available through March 30, but just keep in mind that the Duo Basic plan includes advertisements on both Disney+ and Hulu content.

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[Free Webinar] 10 Website and Email Marketing Best Practices for Small Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

How to format web and email content to increase your click-through rate. • Also, a toll free number is not provided for the webinar, but attendees can listen to the audio presentation for free over their computer speakers or call into a phone number provided by GoToWebinar. Tips for growing your email list. <<

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Samsung’s 65-inch S90D OLED TV is $300 off at Best Buy, and I’m very tempted

Mashable Tech

Retailer: Best Buy Display: 65-inch OLED, 4K UHD Processor: NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor HDR: OLED HDR+ Refresh Rate: 120Hz with Motion Xcelerator Turbo+4 Audio: Dolby Atmos, Object Tracking Sound Lite Smart TV: Samsung Tizen OS Gaming Features: Gaming Hub, NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium HDMI Ports: 4 x HDMI 2.1 Price: $1,399.99 $1,699.99

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