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

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Source: Android Community

JVC outs first Apple CarPlay receiver

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Source: The Verge