Smart Speakers
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Latest Ofcom research reveals UK’s listening habits
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Despite a rise in the number listening on smart speakers and online, UK radio listeners continue to favour their radio set according to new research from Ofcom.
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Deezer reports record growth in latest market update
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Music streamer Deezer has reported a 1.3m growth in its subscriber base, which now stands at 10.5 million (+13.7% year on year).
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BBC Sounds gains multi-room listening on Echo and other Alexa powered speakers
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Amazon’s voice-activated assistant is available both on the firm’s own range of devices, including its Echo speakers, and on third-party speakers such as those from Sonos.
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Deezer strikes deal to power Sonos’ radio services
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Deezer has struck a long-term partnership to power the smart speaker manufacturer’s Sonos Radio and subscription Sonos Radio HD services.
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Amazon updates Echo Dot smart speakers and upgrades audio processing on Echo Studio
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Amazon has unveiled an updated version of its Echo Dot smart speakers which delivers clearer vocals “and up to double the bass of the previous generation”.
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Amazon reveals The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power extras for Echo and Fire TV owners
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Amazon is marking the arrival of the hotly anticipated series with a host of features and exclusives for owners of its Echo and Fire TV devices.