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Digital Music stories - Page 19

Music is everywhere, and most of us listen to it on digital electronic devices. Digital music is a method of representing sound as numerical files in order to read it by a device capable of playing and transmitting it.

The main features of digital music are the sample rate and the bit depth - which are the number of samples an audio file carries per second and the amplitude resolution of audio files. Most common file formats of digital music are MP3, WAV, PCM and AIFF.
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Small, but perfectly formed: the Bose Soundlink Micro Bluetooth Speaker
Sat, 7th Oct 2017
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Bose's tiny Soundlink Micro Bluetooth Speaker surprises with robust sound and a waterproof build, making it the luxe choice for the musically mobile.
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The Jabra Speak 710 will dramatically enhance your office experience
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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Elevate your audio game with Jabra Speak 710, bringing immersive sound to your office and conference calls with ease.
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Hands-on review: 3SIXT's Bluetooth earbuds pack a surprising punch
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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Looking back at my time with the 3SIXT Bluetooth studio earbuds, other than a few rocky moments, they have thoroughly impressed me...
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Dr. Dre is back with the new Beats Studio 3 wireless headphones
Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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Beats by Dr Dre unveils new Beats Studio 3 Wireless headphones, boasting powerful features and a hefty price tag.
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SoundHound is getting an AI voice interaction upgrade
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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SoundHound introduces voice-activated AI in its latest app overhaul for seamless music searches and immersive discovery experience.
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Fitbit takes on Beats with their new sweatproof headphones
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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Fitbit introduces Fitbit Flyer, wireless headphones with powerful audio, customisable fit, and connectivity to the new Ionic smartwatch.
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Game to your favourite tunes: The Spotify app has finally arrived on Xbox One
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Spotify has been available on PS4 for several months, but now the music streaming service is available now on Xbox One.
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Kiwi startup launches crowdfunding campaign to fund next stage of growth
Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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Auckland-based social enterprise The Module Project have made major inroads with their long-lasting and upgradeable mobile wireless speaker, Decibel.
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Never lose your running rhythm: Spotify and Jaybird create an all-in-one music app
Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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Users won’t need to switch between apps while running anymore, eliminating the risk of tripping while looking at your phone...
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UE Wonderboom giveaway, last chance to enter
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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Win a lilac UE Wonderboom: Send us your wackiest adventure idea by Wednesday to snag this durable speaker with stellar sound!.
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Hands-on review: UE Wonderboom punches above its weight for sound quality and value
Sat, 1st Jul 2017
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If you’re looking for an affordable, durable, portable speaker with crisp sound quality for day-to-day use, the Wonderboom makes a solid case.
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Music streaming service Pandora shuts down services for ANZ
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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Pandora to shut down in Australia and New Zealand. Despite signing local deals, the company struggled to compete with Spotify.
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Thankyou CEO, Canterbury Uni youth counselor announced as speakers at Festival for the Future
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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Canterbury Uni's youth counselor and Thankyou CEO to inspire at Festival for the Future, tackling crucial youth topics.
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Browser-based studio is music to Kiwi teachers' ears
Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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New Zealand schools are embracing the browser-based production program, Soundtrap, for music and podcast projects.
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Auckland high-school visited by NZ music royalty
Fri, 19th May 2017
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Breakthrough artist KINGS visited his old high-school to launch a web series inspiring young people to follow their dreams.
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Plantronics unveils affordable wireless headphones with whopping 18 hrs battery
Tue, 16th May 2017
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​Plantronics recently announced their latest wireless headphones - the new BackBeat 500 series with a number of features at a low price.
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Move over UE Boom, there’s a new (actually old) kid in town
Fri, 28th Apr 2017
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​Bose has recently introduced its new range of Bluetooth speakers, that shares the cylindrical shape of arguably the market dominator, UE Boom.
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Safe harbour provision could cost U.S music industry $1 billion, report says
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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YouTube accused of avoiding market rights for copyrighted music through exploitation of safe harbour provision. Music accounts for 40% of its views.
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Hands-on review: Sennheiser MB 660 wireless headphones
Tue, 28th Mar 2017
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Sennheiser's MB 660 headphones triumph in a hands-on test, offering unparalleled noise cancellation and lasting comfort for travellers.
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Apple updates 9.7-inch iPad with better display and performance
Wed, 22nd Mar 2017
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Apple rejuvenates its 9.7-inch iPad with a brighter screen and zippier performance, all while offering it at an enticing price point.