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Windows 11 24H2 upgrades blocked on some PCs due to audio issues
Microsoft has added another Windows 11 24H2 upgrade block for systems with Dirac audio improvement software due to compatibility issues breaking sound output. This known issue only affects PCs with cridspapo.dll, and it causes applications to stop detecting audio devices connected to affected devices. “The incompatibility relates to the software component cridspapo.dll, which is part of these devices’ audio processing…
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Cambridge Audio Evo One: The best all-in-one system yet
There are no shortage of ways to listen to your music in your living room. You could use one of the best soundbars that sits under your TV, or one of the best Bluetooth speakers you’ve got hidden away in your drawer. One of my favorite devices is part of an ever-improving family — the HiFi replacement all-in-one. I’ve been…
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6 Common Audio Myths, Debunked
The online audio sphere is plagued by myths. Most are fairly harmless, but it’s nevertheless valuable to get the facts. Here are some of the most pervasive audio myths, and the truth behind them. 1 Myth: You Need to Burn in Your Headphones Tyler Hayes / How-To Geek Headphone “burn-in” is a widespread and long-standing myth among audiophiles. It refers…
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Does Spatial Audio on Apple Music Sound Better or Worse?
Summary Only specific Apple Music tracks are spatial audio enabled, providing a 3D soundstage powered by Dolby Atmos. Finding spatial audio music can be challenging, but searching for “spatial audio” reveals compatible playlists and albums. The quality of spatial audio varies by song and genre. You may have noticed that some songs on Apple Music are mastered for “spatial audio”,…
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What Is Latency in Audio and Does It Matter for Gaming, Movies, and Music?
Key Takeaways Audio latency varies depending on how sound is transmitted, with wireless options like Bluetooth having more latency than wired. Issues with audio latency are critical for gaming, where delays can cause gameplay problems in both multiplayer and single-player scenarios. Latency can be problematic for TV and movies, but is less significant for music as quality and stability are…
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Apple Sued Over AirPods Pro Crackling Audio Issues
Apple is being sued over the crackling and static sounds and other audio quality issues plaguing its very first AirPods Pro model, released in 2019 and sold through September 2022. Shortly after the first AirPods Pro units arrived, early adopters flocked to social media to complain about static sounds, crackling, rattling, and popping—exacerbated when walking or running, sometimes causing loss…
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Meta’s Movie Gen Can Create Eerie Videos and Audio
The next natural step in the generative AI era is generative videos, but that’s much more complex than just generating pictures or text. Meta’s Movie Gen AI wants to be a comprehensive interface for all your video-generating needs, but it’s still not publicly available. Meta has announced Movie Gen, a new set of generative AI models that can create and…
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Stellseries’ Arctic GameBuds Are Built for Low-Latency Audio
SteelSeries just announced its new Arctis GameBuds. They’re designed to have a low-latency connection for gaming on PCs and consoles, as well as a more typical Bluetooth mode for other devices. The Arctis GameBuds addresses common pain points when connecting third-party earbuds to consoles. The Arctis GameBuds have stable, ultra-low latency 2.4GHz wireless connectivity for PS5, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and…
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Expands Sources, Adds Audio Features
Google’s NotebookLM allows you to experiment with an AI chat system focused on sources you select. The tool leverages Google Gemini, a highly capable AI system, not only to generate chat responses based on your sources but also to help you organize and explore the content within your sources. For example, you may add multiple lines to a notebook, then…
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Boost the Audio Quality on Your Windows PC with These 8 Tricks
Poor audio quality used to take the enjoyment out of watching my favorite movies, listening to music, or gaming. That all changed when I tweaked a few default audio settings on my Windows PC. If you’re an audiophile who can’t tolerate subpar audio, here’s how you can improve the sound quality. Enable Audio Enhancements Windows offers several audio enhancements that…
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