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Garmin adds AMOLED displays to its Instinct Crossover hybrid smartwatches

Garmin has announced Instinct® Crossover AMOLED, its newest lineup of hybrid smartwatches designed to offer superior readability and timeless style in even the toughest conditions. Featuring mechanical watch hands, the vivid AMOLED display showcases 24/7 health and wellness data, activities and more in stunning detail. Meanwhile, the watch’s built-in LED flashlight provides greater visibility in dark environments. And with incredible battery life of up to 14 days in smartwatch mode and 18 days in battery saver mode, users can do more while charging less. 

“From a day on the hiking trail to a night on the town, Instinct Crossover AMOLED offers the best of both worlds. With traditional analogue hands highlighted on an even brighter display, adventurers can achieve a sophisticated look without sacrificing the durability they need when pursuing their passions.” –Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing 

Bigger and brighter

Instinct Crossover AMOLED combines the classic look of an analogue watch with a brilliant, colourful display, all protected by a new scratch-resistant sapphire lens. The watch hands will dynamically move away, making it easier to see data, health stats, smart notifications and more, while the Super-LumiNova® coating ensures users can see the time, even in the dark. 

Built for adventure

 

    • Get better visibility in the great outdoors or at home with the built-in dimmable LED flashlight.
  • RevoDrive™ technology ensures the time stays accurate by automatically detecting and recalibrating misaligned hands in case of impact during an adventure. 
  • The watch is built to MIL-STD-810 for thermal and shock resistance and includes a dual-layered metal bezel, making it strong enough to endure the toughest adventures.
  • With the ability to track in challenging conditions, users can navigate confidently thanks to multi-band GPS with SatIQ™ technology.
  • Prepare for the next adventure with the new lifestyle logging feature in the Garmin Connect™ app, showing users how lifestyle choices like caffeine and alcohol consumption impact their sleep, stress and HRV1.

 

VIDEO: See how form and function work together on Instinct Crossover AMOLED

Tactical edition

For those seeking a smartwatch that’s mission-ready, the Instinct Crossover AMOLED – Tactical Edition offers a variety of tactical-specific features, including an applied ballistics solver, stealth mode and night vision goggle compatibility.
Available now, Instinct Crossover AMOLED has a suggested retail price of £519.99 (€599.99 in Ireland) and comes in two colourways – charcoal and bronze/sunburst. Instinct Crossover AMOLED – Tactical Edition is available for £599.99 and comes in black. Visit garmin.com to learn more about the full collection of health, wellness, navigation and connected features available on Instinct Crossover AMOLED. 

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Edifier Launches MR5 Monitors with Tri-Amped Crossover

Edifier, a leading innovator in premium audio solutions, is proud to announce the launch of the MR5. Featuring patented acoustic architecture and a sophisticated tri-amped active crossover, the EDIFIER MR5 delivers rich, natural sound with seamless transitions across lows, mids and highs. Engineered for precision, the new Edifier MR5 captures every detail—ideal for music production, video editing, and everyday listening.

Flat Frequency Response
The EDIFIER MR5 is engineered for accuracy, offering a wide and flat frequency response from 46Hz to 40kHz. This neutral and transparent sound profile ensures that every nuance is faithfully reproduced, allowing you to hear exactly what was recorded—making it an excellent choice for critical listening, mixing, and mastering.

Wide Sweet Spot
The EDIFIER MR5 features a specially designed dimpled tweeter waveguide that enhances high-frequency extension and clarity while significantly broadening the listening area. This innovative design creates a wide sweet spot, delivering consistent and accurate sound no matter where you are in the room—perfect for collaborative workspaces or dynamic studio environments.

Room-Filling Power
With a total output of 110W RMS and a peak SPL of 101dB (@1 meter), the EDIFIER MR5 delivers impressive volume and clarity. Whether in a near-field or mid-field setup, it provides ample power to fill medium-sized rooms effortlessly, making it a versatile choice for studios, editing suites and high-fidelity home listening.

Hi-Res Audio Certified – Wired and Wireless
The EDIFIER MR5 is built for audiophile-grade performance, featuring a premium analog front end and Class-D amplifiers that support 24-bit/96kHz resolution for precise signal conversion and accurate amplification. It is also Hi-Res Audio Wireless certified, enabling high-resolution streaming via LDAC at up to 990kbps and 24-bit/96kHz. With Bluetooth 6.0 compatibility for Android 8.0 and above, you get the freedom of wireless listening without compromising on sound quality.

Versatile Connectivity Options
The EDIFIER MR5 offers professional-grade balanced XLR and TRS inputs for low-noise connections with audio interfaces and mixers, along with RCA and AUX inputs for easy multi-device connectivity. A dedicated headphone output adds convenience for private listening.

Bluetooth Multipoint Connectivity
The EDIFIER MR5 supports Bluetooth® 6.0 with multipoint technology, allowing you to connect two devices simultaneously. This ensures a stable wireless connection and effortless switching between sources for seamless streaming.

 

Easy Control with EDIFIER ConneX App
Download the EDIFIER ConneX app to access playback controls, customize sound effects, adjust room compensation settings and explore the user manual—putting full control of your MR5 speakers right at your fingertips.

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Price & Availability:

The MR5 is available at £279.99  https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0F28FTWVQ/ 

Kiwi Ears Airoso Precision Crossover 1DD + 4BA Hybrid Drivers IEMs Review

With its physical and RC crossover technology, the Kiwi Ears Airoso delivers an exceptionally accurate and refined sound signature, minimizing distortion and optimizing clarity across all frequencies. We believe this model will set a new benchmark for audio performance and gain strong traction among music enthusiasts.

The Airoso features a custom dynamic driver with an LCP+PU composite diaphragm, providing ultra-low distortion and consistent performance at various listening volumes. This driver delivers a balanced sound, with deep bass and crystal-clear highs. In addition, the inclusion of four balanced armature drivers—two dedicated to high frequencies and two for ultra-high frequencies—adds an extra layer of precision, enhancing the overall audio detail and refinement. The result is an immersive, high-fidelity listening experience with exceptional clarity and depth.

The build quality is superb here and the 3D printing making the earbuds ight sturdy and fit well in the ears and did not movem now this will not be the same for all as all our ears are built differently however there is several pair of tips in the box and a leather pouch which is a nice sweetener.

After testing these out myself there is no need for an app there is no controls on them and they are simply a plug and play offering which can plug into your pc/laptop or phone which these days on a phone an adapter will be required but this is not bad it is the sound that people want to now about.

The Airoso’s construction reflects its premium performance, combining a high-precision CNC aluminum alloy and titanium faceplate with a 3D-printed resin shell for a solid, high-end feel. This durable build ensures longevity while keeping the earbuds lightweight for comfort during extended listening sessions. The ergonomic design contributes to a secure, comfortable fit, making the Airoso ideal for audiophiles seeking both durability and all-day comfort in their audio experience.

 

 

Well the sound was better than anticipated being crisp and clear no tinny sound no latency when maxed out with the 4 balanced armature drivers the sound was not flat either not too bright it was just right which is a hard thing to do with just out of the box earbuds with Bluetooth alone.

Overall I was impressed with these given there is no app no inline control and this is what many like to have and they have delivered on quality looks and sound.

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