The purpose of aptX (previously spelled apt-X) is to provide audio equipment the means for better sound quality than what other codecs can offer. Devices that might use it include headphones, ...

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The first truly lossless Bluetooth codec will soon be a reality, according to the wireless telecommunications company Qualcomm Technologies. To understand the significance of this development, we must ...

The Acro BE100's support for hi-res codecs and quality build may actually justify the high price. Photo: Astell&Kern A world where Bluetooth rises above compression and delivers full-stream, hi-res, ...

I'm really enjoying my new Sony XM4 bluetooth headphones. I can recieve from my Tablet, phone or PC. The Samsung tablet supports the LDAC high bit-rate codec, it sounds close to wired if not the same.

As we've noted a number of times, sales of vinyl records are on the up, but many music lovers also want modern convenience. Brit hi-fi brand Cambridge Audio launched an aptX HD Bluetooth turntable in ...