HP announces OmniBook 5 laptop (with 42-hour battery)
HP has announced the OmniBook 5, a 14-inch Windows laptop that starts at $699.99. It includes a 2.5K OLED touch display, Intel Core 7 processors, up to 42 hours of local video playback, and is due in October 2026 on HP’s website and at Best Buy.
Samsung is expected to launch its first artificial intelligence glasses in November, joining a market dominated by Meta’s display-less smart glasses. The Intelligent Eyewear device uses a camera, microphones and Google’s Gemini through a connected Galaxy smartphone, with no visual display. Pricing has not yet been announced.
Logitech has announced Zone Vibe Pro and Zone Vibe Pro for Business, over-ear headsets designed for switching between work and personal use. The business model is certified for Microsoft Teams, Zoom and Google Meet, and can be managed through Logitech Sync. Both include ANC, long battery life and replaceable parts.
Martin Audio launches DISPLAY 3 software for faster system design and prediction
Martin Audio’s new-generation DISPLAY 3 software is designed for Wavefront Precision systems and general system design. It claims accuracy to within ±1 dB of measured performance, supports 3D venue modelling in SketchUp, and can upload calculated DSP parameters to iKON amplifiers via Ethernet.
Jabra ships firmware bringing spatial audio to PanaCast 50
A free update adds speaker-placement audio to existing PanaCast 50 rooms, certified for Teams and Zoom. No new hardware required, which is rather the point. Rolling out through July.
HP retires two Poly headset lines as portfolio consolidates
The Voyager 4200 and Blackwire 5200 series reach end-of-sale in October, with support running to 2029. HP points buyers at the newer Voyager Free range. Fleet managers have a five-year runway.
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