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Forbes
5 days ago
- Forbes
New Carbon Fiber DAC From FiiO QX13 DAC For Music On The Go
The new QX13 DAC/Amp from FiiO has a carbon fibre body and a high-spec DAC chipset. Audio brand FiiO has announced the launch of its all-new QX13 flagship pocket DAC/Amp, designed for people who love listening to music with headphones or In-Ear Monitors. Offering 'full-size' audiophile performance in a pocket form factor, the QX13 is the culmination of 18 years of audio research by FiiO. Once upon a time, listening to high-quality audio involved a stack of hi-fi separates in your living room. Now, thanks to the miniaturization of electronics, music lovers can enjoy audiophile-quality sound from a pocket-sized device. Using digital audio from any device with a USB-C port—such as a smartphone or desktop computer—it's possible to enjoy studio-grade sound with your favorite wired headphones or IEMs. A Desktop-Grade DAC The new FiiO QX13 uses the flagship ESS SABRE PRO ES9027PRO DAC chip that's also used in many full-size hi-fi systems. However, FiiO has created a micro DAC/Amp design for making the most of wired headphones and IEMs. The DAC has a fully differential audio architecture and uses eight channels in parallel. The DAC chip is paired with a pair of ultra-low-noise ES9312 regulators that provide a precise output that's matched on each audio channel. Audio signals are restored using optimized power efficiency and reduced clock jitter. FiiO claims the QX13 is particularly suitable for use with its FT7 headphones or FX17 IEMs. The FiiO QX13 DAC/Amp offers 3.5rmm and 4.4mm outputs as well as a color IPS display with hardened ... More Corning glass. The QX13 has four wafer-level and precision-integrated INA1620 chips with a special layout designed to significantly reduce crosstalk. This means there's little or no interference between the two stereo channels, which leads to more accurate stereo separation. There are also two low-noise and low-distortion OPA1692 chips, which provide good dynamics under various load conditions. A custom Desktop Mode available with the QX13 enables extra power to be intelligently drawn from any connected and powered USB devices, such as a laptop. The FiiO Control app can be used to customize the QX13's sound and is available for iOS and Android. The app includes a 10-band PEQ adjustment and can apply firmware updates. The QX13 casing is made with 21 layers of carbon fiber and gives it a lightweight feel that's also durable. The device has a 1.99-inch IPS color display featuring hardened glass and it has a choice of 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced jacks for high-end headphones and IEMs. To protect the QX13, FiiO makes an optional magnetic leather case that's also compatible with FiiO's custom power 'estick' pack, which can provide a powerhouse performance in Desktop Mode even when on the move. Users can choose the magnetic leather case to carry the QX13 and the extra power pack in one handy device. The FiiO QX13 is available now and will be making its European debut at CanJam London on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Pricing is set at $219 /£219 / €239.
Black America Web
10-07-2025
- Business
- Black America Web
Kai Cenat's AMP Partnering With Target Gets Flamed Over DEI Rollbacks
Source: AMP / Amp Target is still reeling from its DEI rollbacks, causing low foot traffic nationwide, but has something up its sleeve to hopefully win back loyal consumers. They've jumped on the streamer wave and launched a campaign featuring the AMP (Any Means Possible) collective, which includes Kai Cenat, Duke Dennis , Fanum , Agent 00 , ChrisNxtDoor , and ImDavisss. AMP has been promoting its personal care brand TONE, which features products like a luminum-free deodorant, body wash, on-the-go cologne, body mist, lip balm, and body lotion in several scents. Now all 16 offerings can be found at your local Target. It's a win for both as Target takes a stab at the Gen Z market, while AMP gains more widespread appeal beyond its millions of online followers on platforms like Kick, Twitch, YouTube, and beyond. The group even celebrated the deal by doing a sleepover in a Target store. Cenat's glad to shake up the male care space, saying in the press release, 'We really saw a gap in the shelves for a new brand to break through — and for a brand that is fresh and represents who we and our community are. Products that don't just look good but actually work and smell great.' Fanum, on the other hand, doesn't want to stranglehold TONE to the group's hoard of male fans, but rather anyone looking to switch up their grooming routine. 'With TONE, we didn't just want to be another men's brand,' Fanum says. 'We wanted to be something different and unique on shelf with clean design. And honestly, we also don't want to be only a men's brand, we want to be for everyone.' AMP's attempt at more widespread appeal would typically receive a round of applause. Still, social media views it as tone-deaf, given that Target eliminated its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts with guidance from Trump back in January. Since then, the chain store has seen a sharp fall in sales, which is only looking worse in light of Trump's war on tariffs. Target CEO Brian Cornell told analysts on a call in May that the slashing of DEI was partially responsible for the drop, and months later, instead of acknowledging the mistake, they tried to target that same demographic with the new AMP partnership. See social media's reaction to the business move below. Kai Cenat's AMP Partnering With Target Gets Flamed Over DEI Rollbacks was originally published on
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Farmers advised to buy seeds and fertiliser from authorised dealers
Kalaburagi: Kalaburagi's joint director of agriculture, Samad Patel, advised farmers to purchase seeds and fertilisers exclusively from authorised dealers to avoid being deceived. Legal consequences await agricultural equipment vendors who charge excessive prices for fertilisers, seeds, and pesticides beyond govt-mandated rates, he said. "Agricultural equipment must be distributed ensuring no deliberate shortages of seeds and fertilisers occur, while maintaining fair practices towards farmers," Patel said, advising sellers to maintain courteous behaviour with visiting farmers and respond constructively, alongside issuing warnings when necessary. Local farmers are currently preparing for monsoon sowing, with adequate stocks of seeds and fertilisers available to meet their requirements. Strict directives have been issued to all agricultural supply vendors in the district against overcharging for seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides. To support farmers, vendors must prominently display stock levels and price lists for all products in their shops. Stock registers must be maintained accurately, reflecting actual physical inventory. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 역대 최대할인가격으로 신차장기렌트 해보세요 신년 프로모션 진행중! 오토모빌 더 알아보기 Undo Sales of fertilisers require mandatory use of point of sale (POS) machines. Farmers' signatures must be collected and receipts provided for all transactions. Vendors must conduct business in accordance with relevant regulations, including Fertiliser Control Order, Seed Act, and associated rules. The technical recommendation for Nitrogen: Phosphorus: Pesticide ratio is 4:2:1. However, current farming practices using primarily Amp and Ukhaim fertilisers have resulted in a district ratio of 8.41:5.80:1. To address this imbalance and enhance soil health, farmers were advised to incorporate micronutrients like zinc, boron, iron, manganese, and utilise compound fertilisers as DAP alternatives.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Amp grows focus on custom MSW sortation offerings
This story was originally published on Waste Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Waste Dive newsletter. Amp, known for its AI-powered sortation technology for recycling, is planning to expand one of its newer offerings: MSW processing. Amp has been 'quietly' ramping up its MSW diversion offerings for the last few years, namely through its Amp One sorting technology, said CEO Tim Stuart. Now, such MSW sorting offerings are a growing part of the company's portfolio, he said during an interview at WasteExpo in May. The Amp One system, designed to be co-located with landfills and transfer stations, can separate bagged trash into mixed recyclables, organics and residue streams. The ramp-up comes a few months after Amp announced it had raised $91 million in series D funding in an effort to accelerate Amp One system deployments. 'We're very confident that we can get maybe a half a dozen of these facilities going over the next three or four years,' he said. One such project is a partnership with the Southeastern Public Service Authority, which handles waste management for eight localities in the region of Portsmouth, Virginia. Amp was already operating a pilot facility there as a partnership with Recycling and Disposal Solutions. Portsmouth officials announced earlier this month that SPSA would partner with Amp to offer the MSW sorting services on a broader regional scale. Stuart estimates the existing Amp One system was processing 30,000 to 40,000 tons of MSW a year, but the new agreement with SPSA would process the authority's estimated 500,000 tons of MSW a year. SPSA solicited proposals last year for disposal diversion solutions due to the closure of the nearby WIN Waste Innovations waste-to-energy plant. At the height of operations, the plant diverted more than 70% of the region's trash from the landfill in nearby Suffolk, the Smithfield Times reported. At the time, the authority estimated that landfill would reach capacity by 2060 unless it pursued diversion options. Amp says it will achieve about a 50% diversion rate for SPSA's material. Amp will operate the facility at a certain per-ton processing rate, but SPSA will still own the material. Amp is in talks to install custom Amp One systems in a handful of other 'large municipalities' either through an RFP or pilot agreement, particularly in regions that have landfill constraints. Amp also plans to work with private haulers that don't internalize their own material, he said. 'There's a ton of municipalities that want more diversion. They want a longer life on their landfills, so this is meant to be good for the environment and good for the economics of things,' he said. 'It's an important component of the business, because by attacking MSW, it's just another way to recycle.' Recommended Reading Waste Connections to build its first MRF in Colorado in partnership with AMP
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
A review of Amp — a techy device that enhances at-home workouts using AI
A traditional, no-frills workout purist — that's how I describe myself. I run, I swim laps, hit the gym, use standard lifting equipment … I didn't think I needed something so high-tech for my workouts. After one session with Amp, I proudly say out loud, "I was wrong." Here is my review of Amp, an innovative device new to the fitness world, promising gamified, curated workouts for whatever your fitness goals, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned lifter. As a personal trainer myself, my evaluation takes a deep dive into Amp's performance, features and overall usability. I'll take you through my experience with it, including how the equipment affected my recovery with a bad leg. Whether you're considering this for fitness or rehabilitation (like I did), you can use the review to help determine whether Amp is right for your workout goals. For anyone who looks forward to working out but dreads trying to piece together fitness equipment (you can count me in your numbers!), you'll be as excited as I was to learn that Amp includes free white-glove delivery and installation with every purchase. The brand took care of everything — I just had to show the installer where I wanted it to live. As someone who has put together more than my fair share of home fitness equipment with long and confusing instructions, this was by far the easiest installation I've ever enjoyed. Before installation day, I sent a few photos of the rooms where I was thinking of installing the Amp to the installer to make sure I had the best spot picked out. I originally wanted to put it in my garage, but as someone who lives in a hot climate, the installer suggested I find a location with better climate control. This was helpful feedback to receive before the equipment even arrived to help make the installation process quicker and smoother. For those considering Amp, walls that work for installation include: Drywall or Sheetrock with proper stud support Solid, poured concrete with no added material Solid cinder blocks without added materials Even though the Amp is modern and sleek, it does require room. When not in use, the device itself is 6 feet tall, 2 feet wide and 1 foot in depth, which is pretty minimal, but to actually use it, you need to have more unobstructed space — about 7 square feet. If you're in a small apartment or are installing the Amp in a smaller room, you just need to make sure you'll have sufficient space to move around and exercise when the Amp is in use. One of the standout features of the Amp device is its design. The sleek, minimalist aesthetic makes it look more like a piece of modern art than a bulky eyesore like a lot of home gym equipment. The chic design only adds to my home's décor, and I can even dress up the shelf that's included in the installation. It's perfect for setting up a small plant or a picture frame when not in use. For me, the product's appearance was my second favorite element of the device, following closely behind its AI technology. I've always wanted to be able to keep my fitness machines inside my home instead of out in my garage, but I don't like the way that gym equipment tends to take over a space's aesthetic. Luckily, Amp makes it possible to keep the machine inside without feeling like I'm turning my guest room into a fitness center. Amp comes with a sweet box of gorgeous workout accessories that work with the machine to offer exercise versatility. With a variety of handles, ropes and ankle straps, you're able to target every major muscle group by simply switching the accessories in and out. They also have a handy click-in and release button that works much like a belt buckle. The features that stuck out to me right away about Amp are the equipment's intuitive design and its adjustable resistance and smart technology. If you're recovering from an injury (like me) or you're new to strength training, you're unlikely to feel overwhelmed or uncertain about how much weight to use. It's easy to simply turn the dial (it's the big, black, obvious dial right at the front of the device) to personalize the level of resistance. One of my favorite differentiators from traditional gym equipment like dumbbells or barbells is Amp's ability to provide isotonic resistance — resistance applied during the concentric and eccentric phases of an exercise. The concentric phase of an exercise is the "lift" phase. For example, as you pull a dumbbell to your shoulder during a biceps curl, or as you rise to standing during a squat — it's when you're pushing or pulling against resistance. The eccentric phase is the "release" phase, like as you lower a dumbbell back toward your sides during a dumbbell curl or as you lower your glutes toward the ground during a squat. Isotonic exercises allow you to work against resistance during both phases, targeting multiple and opposing muscle groups at the same time. Incorporating isotonic training is a great way to make your workouts more efficient and effective. Amp makes this easy to do. To do different exercises like shoulder press or chest press, you have to move the Amp's arm up and down to make sure it's positioned appropriately. To move the arm, you simply press a button and make the adjustment. It took a few tries to get used to this, and I did need to press the silver button harder than I thought I would, but once I figured it out, it felt easy to move around. It's worth noting that I'm 6'0" and I didn't have any issues related to my height — even with standing exercises, I always felt I could adjust the arm so that I could perform each exercise with a full range of motion. I'm not the best with technology, often taking the path of least resistance when it comes to high-tech gear. I never use all the features (or even try), as tech is often too daunting to me. However, I found Amp's app intuitive, and the real-time and long-term exercise tracking is pretty motivating. I can track my progress, see how far I've come and set goals that push me to work harder. The app also feels a bit like a fitness playground. Thanks to integrated AI, it continuously learns from my workout history (such as noticing my affinity for rope-based exercises) and my fitness goal of running a marathon, and is always curating new training plans as I gain strength. It automatically adjusts the resistance for each exercise based on my effort (I don't have to do anything, thanks to AI), and it includes 400 movements and endless ideas for future workouts. The app comes with a free month-long trial, but after that, it costs $23 per month, including user profiles for up to five people on the same membership. Even as tech-resistant as I am, I've really enjoyed the app and will likely pony up the cash to keep using it after my trial ends. One big drawback? The app is only available for iPhone users. I can't gloss over the fact that the Amp costs nearly $2,000, a steep price for almost anyone. If you're a gym rat who prefers the camaraderie of others when you work out, this might not be a good option for you. Also, if you prefer traditional weights like dumbbells and barbells, or if you're a heavy-duty lifter who needs resistance levels above 100 pounds, this isn't the best choice. To spend this amount on a single piece of fitness equipment, it must fit your preferred fitness lifestyle. However, if you're someone serious about fitness goals and you're motivated to work out at home, this equipment offers much more than your average gym machine. For me, this tool transformed my rehabilitation workouts, and now I'm adding weightlifting to my marathon training. I can confidently say that this is worth the money for me. Thanks to isotonic resistance, the Amp provides a workout that my dumbbells and standard gym machines can't provide. It also uses AI to remember my workouts, making planning and implementing workouts seamless — I don't need to look up old fitness notes in my phone to remember the sets, reps and weights I used in previous workouts. I'm a big fan, and I believe the future of fitness is now installed in my living room. I also appreciate Amp's physical therapy capabilities. After battling chronic hamstring pain for a number of years, I've been looking for a solution, and Amp appears to have filled the role. By using Amp to perform my physical therapy exercises, my strength training is more balanced and personalized, and my hamstring pain has reduced significantly since incorporating the device into my regimen. Plus, as my endurance training for my marathon ramps up, so does my use of Amp. It creates workouts that are complementary to my running routine, targeting muscles I don't hit when I'm hitting the pavement. This helps keep my training well-balanced. Our health content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional on questions about your health.
