Wi-flix is the first African-owned video-on-demand platform to offer Spatial Sound entertainment experiences with Dolby Atmos, which represents a significant milestone for the company. The service has also integrated Dolby Audio, bringing users a wide array of titles available in realistic surround sound.

Louis Manu, Co-Founder of Wi-flix, Chief Commercial and Technology Officer said, “It’s incredible how for decades, Dolby has been the leader in transforming the entertainment experience in the cinemas and in the home. This milestone represents our continued commitment to bringing world-class streaming experience to our customers worldwide.”

Karan Grover, Senior Director, India, Middle East and Africa, Dolby Laboratories said, “With this integration, consumers with Dolby-enabled Android TVs, mobiles, tablets, and iOS devices & Apple TV can enjoy a truly remarkable entertainment experience from the growing library of top-notch content in Dolby in the comfort of their home and on the go.”

Wi-flix is a leading African-based live streaming and video-on-demand provider offering authentic, originally African, and international content to subscribers in Africa and the diaspora. The company offers premium content at an affordable price point, as part of a bold agenda to democratize content in Africa. Based in the Netherlands and founded by two young Africans with a deep understanding of the continent, Wi-flix is poised to become a leading content provider in Africa and the diaspora.

In the coming months, a lot more Dolby Atmos and Dolby Audio enabled titles will be updated in Wi-flix’s growing library of content. The company is also excited to launch its first Dolby Atmos enabled Wi-flix Originals in the coming months, and subscribers can expect to see high-quality content. With the integration of Dolby Atmos, Wi-flix is set to offer a unique and unparalleled audio-visual experience to its subscribers, placing it ahead of its competitors in the African video-on-demand industry.

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The Sonos Era 300 is the more advanced of the two speakers, designed to deliver an unparalleled spatial audio experience with Dolby Atmos. This speaker boasts six powerful drivers that direct sound in all directions – left, right, forward, and upward – creating a truly immersive listening experience. The speaker’s design is also striking, with an hourglass shape that enhances the direction and dispersion of sound.

In addition to its impressive spatial audio capabilities, the Sonos Era 300 is also the company’s first speaker to deliver multi-channel surround sound when used as home theater rears. When paired with the Sonos Arc or Beam (Gen 2), two Era 300 speakers can create a supercharged Dolby Atmos experience that draws the listener deeper into the action.

To fine-tune the Era 300, Sonos worked closely with a community of leading artists and creators, including members of the Sonos Soundboard, to ensure that the speaker delivers sound that is true to the artist’s intent. This collaboration highlights the company’s commitment to elevating the listening experience and embracing the latest audio technology.

The Sonos Era 100 is a remastering of the best-selling Sonos One, and while it may not be as advanced as the Era 300, it still packs a punch. With all-new hardware and software, the Era 100 features next-gen acoustics and design that deliver detailed stereo sound and deep bass. Two angled tweeters send crisp high frequencies left and right for a rich stereo experience, while a larger midwoofer creates stunning bass that’s unexpected from such a compact speaker.

The Era 100’s slim, modern design makes it a chic accent piece for any bookshelf, kitchen counter, desk, or nightstand. And like the Era 300, it’s customisable, with the ability to add two Era 100 speakers as rears with a soundbar to create a surround sound system, or simply pair two together for room-filling stereo sound.

What sets these new speakers apart from other Sonos offerings is the company’s renewed commitment to responsible design practices. Both the Era 300 and the Era 100 are the first speakers built to Sonos’ new responsible design standards, which prioritise long-term serviceability, energy-efficient technologies, and the use of post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials.

For example, both speakers are made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic and packaged in 100% sustainably sourced paper. They are also engineered to reduce power consumption, with under two watts idle power consumption and a new advanced sleep function. The speakers are also built to last, with a design that prioritises serviceability by reducing the use of adhesives and transitioning to screws for easy disassembly and repair.

In addition to their responsible design features, the Era 100 and Era 300 also feature an intuitive new user interface, including a new capacitive volume slider for simple control that complements quick and private control of your music with the Sonos app, Apple AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth. The upgraded connectivity options make it easy to stream all the audio you care about using WiFi or Bluetooth and directly from your device, regardless of the format.

Sonos CEO Patrick Spence sums up the company’s vision for these new speakers: “Our vision is to make listening an experience that is charged with feeling, and help our customers feel joy and vitality through their favorite music and audio content. The Era family is the next generation of smart speakers, epitomising our commitment to sound innovation, responsible design and a deep connection to the creator community.”

Both speakers will be available on 28 March 2023 with the Era 300 costing R10 999.00 and the Era 100 sporting a R6 499.00 pricetag.

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The latest addition to the Galaxy line, 360 Audio Recording, allows users to capture sound on video exactly as they hear it. With the help of the Galaxy Buds2 Pro, users can film like a professional, without the need for cumbersome equipment. The new feature picks up 360-degree sound using a microphone in each earbud, making it possible to capture immersive audio while filming. With this feature, users can relive their memorable moments with lifelike, 360-degree sound that transports them right back to the moment.

360 Audio Recording makes use of LE Audio, a new Bluetooth audio function that offers better audio quality and improved battery life. This new technology not only enhances the sound quality of music but also expands the spectrum of audio experiences, allowing users to share complex and rich sound with others. With LE Audio, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro can perform binaural recording, making use of both the left and right mics simultaneously, to provide a high-quality stereo audio experience when paired with a Galaxy Z Flip4 or Fold4.

The new update for the Galaxy Watch5 and Watch4 series includes zoom capabilities for Camera Controller, offering users even more control over their Galaxy camera. With this feature, users can remotely control their phone’s camera zoom with a simple pinch of the watch face or turn of the rotating bezel, making it easier to take group shots or solo selfies from a distance.

The 360 Audio Recording feature will be gradually released on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro and the Galaxy Z Flip4 and Z Fold4 through software updates that have already begun rolling out. The updated Camera Controller feature will be available on the Galaxy Watch5, Watch5 Pro, Watch4, and Watch4 Classic from February. These new wearable features are expected to bring even more power and synergy to the Galaxy camera capabilities, providing users with new and exciting experiences.

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Made in partnership with international audio experts Meridian, LG says that the Tone Free buds provide clear, spatial sound for a fully immersive listening experience.

A unique listening experience with clear, spatial sound

Meridian’s Headphone Spatial Processing (HSP) technology has been used to create four enhanced presets to automatically ensure the best settings for whatever it is you’re listening to. Each preset has been designed to suit different genres and user preferences for a customised, true-to-sound experience.

• Immersive – Gives an expanded sense of space and is best for gaming and movies.
• Natural – Delivers balanced sound for all types of music.
• Bass Boost – Provides an extra punch. Choose this for pop and electronic music.
• Treble Boost – Hear more articulate vocals. Great for jazz and classical music.

Looking for even more customisation? Well, you’re also able to tailor the sound based on your own needs with an in-app equaliser.

A wireless, germ-killing charging case

The UVnano charging case that comes with the Tone Free HBS-FN6 uses ultraviolet light to kill 99.9% of bacteria that may be present on the earbuds. This function takes 10 minutes when the charging case is connected to a power source. This is great news considering studies show that earbuds can harbour more bacteria than a kitchen cutting board, leading to potential ear infections.

The Tone Free HBS-FN6 model has an innovative wireless charging case that makes tangled cables a thing of the past. Charging your earbuds is quick, easy, and hassle-free. A single charge of the case will give you a total of 18 hours of on-the-go battery life: six hours of playback in the earbuds and an extra 12 hours in the charging case. If you’re running short on time, a super-fast five-minute charge will give you an impressive hour of playback.

Features to suit your lifestyle

The Tone Free buds, which come in both black and white, have built-in, high-performance dual microphones for maximum call clarity. Noise Reduction and Echo Cancellation detect and minimise unwanted noise, so you won’t need to raise your voice or repeat yourself on calls. Because the microphone is positioned at the end of the stem, it picks up and amplifies your voice, assisting you when taking calls in crowded spaces.

Ambient Sound Mode makes it easy to hear your surroundings with just a tap. If you are listening to music and want to quickly have a conversation, listen to the world around you, or cross a busy street, a simple tap on the earbuds will let you hear what you need. If, instead, you’re trying to block out the world, the snug-fitting tips create a tight seal that blocks out most distracting noise, helping you get in the zone.

Even better, the earbuds are intuitive, sensing when they’re in your ears and immediately pairing with your phone. When you take them out, your music will automatically pause without you having to push a single button. And, of course, they are enabled with Voice Command features for convenient voice access to Google Assistant or Siri on a connected smartphone.

All-day comfort and water resistance

Keeping your ears healthy, comfortable, and safe is a priority for LG. That’s why they’ve used soft, medical-grade ear gels made from non-toxic and hypoallergenic silicone. The silicone conforms to your ear shape so your LG Tone earbuds are comfortable for longer. With three sizes to choose from and a canal-type design, the only thing you’ll have to worry about is forgetting you have them in!

To keep up with your needs, the LG Tone Free earbuds have an IPX4 water resistance rating for sweat and rain. This means you’ll have no problem listening to your jams while working up a sweat at the gym or if you get caught walking in the rain. 

All three models in the new range were meant to be available in South Africa from the end of October 2020, however, LG South Africa’s website still has them listed as “launching soon” at the time of publishing.

The recommended retail price for the various models are as follows:

• FN4 – R1,999
• FN6 – R2,999
• FN7 – R3,999

Visit: www.lg.com/za to find out more.

* The UVnano sanitising technology is only available from model FN6 and greater.

Key Specifications:

• Earbud Size: 16.1 x 32.77 x 25.0 mm
• Charging Case Size: 54.6 x 54.6 x 27.5 mm
• Battery Capacity
  – Earbuds: 55mAh x 2
  – Case: 390mAh
• Fast Charging Time: 5 minutes for 1 hour of play
• Battery Life:
  – Talk: 5 hours
  – Play: 6 hours
  – Earbuds + Case: 18 hours
• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 (Single Device Connection)
• Speaker: 2 Layered Dynamic
• Microphones: 2 Outer
• Compatibility: Android / iOS
• Bluetooth Audio Codec: SBC / AAC
• Colours: Stylish Black / Modern White

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