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Sonos Lasso: A soundbar that will replace Sonos Arc

Jul 13, 2024 | techweekmag.com | George Baumratner |Dimitri Sokolov |Aleksei Mikhaylov

The first images of a new soundbar from Sonos , codenamed Lasso , have leaked online . It will reportedly be the first model to feature new audio technology from Mayht, which Sonos acquired in 2022. According to The Verge, which also published photos of the new product, Lasso is a name that is not yet final. The new product will be similar to the current flagship Sonos Arc soundbar, but will feature improved bass, Bluetooth support, and a physical switch to disable the built-in microphone.
Mitakon Speedmaster 80mm F/1.6 Medium Format Lens Announced at $599

Jul 7, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

Zhong YI Optics has introduced one of the most budget solutions for modern medium format cameras — the fast Mitakon Speedmaster 80mm F/1.6 lens. The optics do not have an automatic focusing system, but are capable of providing an expressive bokeh effect and have minimal chromatic aberrations. The new lens is available with GFX (medium format Fujifilm cameras) and XCD (Hasselblad cameras) bayonet mounts.
The iPhone 16 Pro main camera will feature a Sony IMX903 sensor

Jul 7, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

Apple is preparing to introduce a new generation of smartphones — the iPhone 16 series in the fall of 2024. Traditionally, improvements will also concern the capabilities of the cameras of the new products, especially the iPhone 16 Pro model, which will receive a 5x optical zoom, which was previously available in the iPhone 15 Pro Max model. The most advanced camera will be in the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The source mentions a certain “super-telephoto” lens that this model will receive.
iBasso DX170: Satisfying Hi-Res player

Jun 18, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

After the triumph of the mid-budget player iBasso DX160, which became a popular hit, we were all interested in imagining its future successor. Moreover, not only audiophiles, for whom the DX160 was a standard of adequate choice for a long time, were waiting for its appearance, but also skeptics who ironically criticized the sound potential and speed of operation of this beauty, recognizing only its advantages in terms of design and convenience.
Laowa Argus T1 cine lenses launched - The fastest for full frame cameras

Jun 16, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

Venus Optics presented a new line of cine optics: Laowa Argus T1 Cine. It includes eight lenses for three different formats – full frame, Super 35 and M4/3. The manufacturer made a statement that this is the world’s first series of lenses for full-frame cameras with T1 aperture and focal lengths of 28 and 35mm. The only modern competitor is the Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm T1.0, released back in 2021. The entire Laowa Argus T1 Cine line is divided into three categories.
Sigma has no plans to release full-frame lenses for Canon RF yet

Jun 16, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

Sigma and Tamron managed to reach an agreement with Canon to produce lenses with autofocus support for the Canon RF bayonet mount. At the end of April, Sigma revealed the “roadmap” for the release of optics for Canon mirrorless APS-C cameras. However, most users expected that the company would also introduce lenses for full-frame cameras. Potentially, such a solution could lower the price barrier to entry into the Canon RF system.
Panasonic's compact full-frame camera will be released on May 23

May 13, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov |Anthony Bregner

Panasonic is preparing to unveil a new Lumix camera for “content creators” on May 23rd. Several sources report that this will be a very compact camera with a full-frame 24 megapixel matrix (the same sensor is installed in the Panasonic Lumix S5 II), and, most importantly, an L-mount bayonet mount. This means it will be possible to install advanced optics from Sigma, Leica and Panasonic itself.
Jadis I-70: Four-tetrode integrated amplifier Tung-Sol KT170

Apr 24, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

The renowned manufacturer of exclusive tube technology, the French company Jadis , has expanded its line of integrated amplifiers with the I-70 model . A distinctive feature of the amplifier was the construction of output amplification stages based on completely fresh KT170 tetrodes , developed by Tung-Sol specifically for high-end tube amplifiers.
Rumors: After acquiring RHA Audio, Sonos will be manufacturing headphones

Apr 23, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

With the acquisition of UK company RHA Audio, which just changed its name to Origin North Ltd, Sonos may be targeting headphones. This direction is not yet represented in the company’s portfolio, although rumors of its appearance sometimes appear. So far, it is known for sure that the American manufacturer of multi – room audio has acquired a controlling stake in RHA Audio from Glasgow, known for its headphones – in particular, the TrueConnect and TrueConnect 2 models .
Nikon and RED will jointly develop a new camera

Apr 15, 2024 | techweekmag.com | Dimitri Sokolov

A little more than a month has passed since the landmark deal for Nikon to purchase the American film camera manufacturer RED. During the days of the largest video equipment exhibition NAB Show, the Japanese company released the first comment on the fact of the completed merger. It follows from this that in the future the companies may jointly release a new camera.