Bang & Olufsen introduces BeoVision Horizon, an Android-powered 4K TV

It’s not Bang & Olufsen’s first venture into the 4K UHD space so we were hoping it packed in the latest High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology (unfortunately, it does not). But the new BeoVision Horizon isn’t exactly a slouch either. Coming with 40- or 48-inch screens, these stylish yet minimalist TVs come with different stands to suit your preference. There is the default wall mount, a rolling cart design (which Digital Trends pointed out looks like the TVs we borrowed from AV department at school), and a pivoting stand that lets the screen pan from left to right. It’s an Android TV so expect all the features the platform has to offer.

The remote makes use of both Bluetooth and IR so you don’t even need to point it at the TV to get it to work. The remote is a looker in itself, being made out of a single piece of aluminum. The TVs include four HDMI 2.0 inputs (which support HDCP 2.2) to allow for other 4K sources to be connected. It also has HEVC and VP9 codecs included so you can stream 4K content from YouTube, Netflix, and the like. 

B&O outs new wireless earbuds

Bang & Olufsen’s new earphones are for sports-inclined users who don’t want to fuss over wires.  The Beoplay H5 earphones are dust- and splash-resistant and linked together by a cord covered with braided textile to keep it safe from sweat or the rain. The earbuds come with magnets so you can hang them around your neck when they aren’t in use. Each earbud has a 6.44mm electro-dynamic driver and 20 – 20,000Hz range. The Beoplay H5 connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth 4.2-connection. It has a companion app that works with iOS devices. The Beoplay H5 retails for US$249 (around CA$320).

Source: Android Community

CES 2016: Bang & Olufsen introduce all-in-one soundbar

What does it mean for a soundbar to be an all-in-one device? Well, it won’t just be able to boost the audio from your TV. In the case of high-end audio maker Bang & Olufsen, its new BeoSound 35 supports music streaming services like Spotify and Deezer so you can already get your music going from there. It also supports Google Cast, Bluetooth connectivity, and AirPlay. Access to it is easy because you can use any B&O remote to control it or even use the BeoMusic app. And, of course, it works with the company’s other audio gear. It promises to beam audio 180 degrees, which is said to be enough to fill a room.

The unit has its own OLED display with on-board touch controls. And it steps a bit away from the usually boxy soundbars with a more pentagonal shape. It has the loud speaker at the center and its tweeters on the ends. Plus, it’s made with an aluminum outer shell to make it look even more striking (and it helps heat management, too). You can opt to wall-mount this or place it on a stand. Of course, this comes with a steep price tag at US$2785 or almost $4,000 when it sells starting April.

Source: Engadget

CES 2015: Bang & Olufsen introduces BeoPlay H8, first wireless headphones

It looks as sleek as any other Bang & Olufsen device. The new BeoPlay H8 from the premium audio brand is the company’s first Bluetooth, noise-cancelling headphones. It has high-quality playback features like aptX/A2DP and features a custom metal touch interface. Active noise cancelling is touted to last for around 30 hours when wired and 14 hours when wire-free. But with this high-quality cans expect to pay a hefty price. It’ll set you back US$500 when it launches later in the month.

Source: Engadget