Audio

by Rafael Hernandez on April 16, 2009 · 0 comments

Realtek’s HD Audio Codecs are up to version 2.21 for your High Definition audio needs. The driver fixes are light on details but it looks like you can look forward to driver customization fixes and support for their ALC275 audio…

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by Pedro Hernandez on March 31, 2009 · 0 comments

Sick of HDMI, component cables, TOSLINK and the myriad of connectors required for a successful A/V system setup? Broadcomm thinks it has the answer. Use trusty Ethernet cables instead! Today the company announced BroadSync HD, technology that the networking firm…

Read more Broadcom Supports IEEE 802.1 AVB Draft Standard

by Rafael Hernandez on March 28, 2009 · 0 comments

For most users the audio found on-board their computer’s motherboard is capable of keeping up with their needs, gamers take it a step further looking for the latest in cards with 3D Audio technology. This all leaves the audio-philes a…

Read more ASUS XONAR Essence STX, Making Sound Cards Classy

by Rafael Hernandez on November 6, 2008 · 0 comments

Creative Labs makes some of the most poweful sound cards in the business which has garnered them quite a following. Their only drawback is their absolutely horrid driver support, especially under Linux. That’s set to change given that the company…

Read more Creative Open-Sources X-Fi Driver, Jaws Drop All Over

by Rafael Hernandez on October 2, 2008 · 0 comments

Apple’s iTunes music store could be considered a vehicle for iPod music player sales because that’s exactly what it is. The company reportedly maintains the service with slim profits in order to keep customers happy and the music industry…

Read more Apple Avoids iTunes Shutdown, Users Rejoice

by Rafael Hernandez on September 26, 2007 · 0 comments

digit-life has a look at the Infrasonic Quartet sound card. The card has all of the makings of a professional level card although it comes in at a price tag that should be doable by the home user and some…

Read more Infrasonic Quartet Sound Card Reviewed