Tags: Spatial Audio

Amazon introduced the Echo Dot Max as part of its new Alexa+ lineup, touting 360-degree spatial audio, a three‑fold bass boost, and Dolby Atmos support. Reviewers praised the powerful sound and distinctive design, likening it to a futuristic Death Star. However, they also highlighted gaps, including the absence of ambient lighting, a small smart display, and a broader color palette, features that competitors have begun to offer. While the speaker sets a new benchmark for audio performance in the Echo family, its lack of these lifestyle enhancements leaves room for future iterations. Read more

Amazon introduced a redesigned Echo Studio at its hardware event, featuring a modern orb shape, woven mesh exterior, and a flat base. Powered by the new AZ3 Pro chip, the speaker combines three full‑range drivers with a high‑excursion woofer for clearer vocals and deeper bass. The device supports spatial audio, can be grouped with up to five speakers, and includes Alexa’s LED ring for status cues. Priced at $219.99, the Echo Studio ships on October 29, 2025, and is compatible with Alexa+ out of the box. Read more

Amazon introduced two upgraded smart speakers at its recent New York City event: the Echo Dot Max, a larger, higher‑end version of the compact Echo Dot, and a newly shaped Echo Studio that replaces its cylindrical predecessor with a spherical form. The Dot Max adds a dedicated woofer and tweeter for stronger bass, while the Studio incorporates three full‑range drivers, Dolby Atmos and spatial‑audio support, and a smaller footprint. Both devices integrate the latest Alexa features, including a home‑theater mode that can link up to five speakers for surround‑sound experiences. Read more

Nothing has launched the Ear 3 earbuds, featuring a transparent design, metal-reinforced case and buds, and a new "Super Mic" system that uses two microphones built into the charging case. The case includes a prominent Talk button that lets users make calls, voice notes, or memos when the buds are out of the case and connected to a phone. Ear 3 also offers 12mm drivers, spatial audio, LDAC Hi‑Res support, a personalized EQ, five and a half hours of playback with ANC, a total of 22 hours with the case, wireless charging, and a price of $179 with pre‑orders starting today. Read more