Reference Platform Accelerates Time to Market for New Generation of
Digital Headsets
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Cirrus Logic (Nasdaq: CRUS), a leader in high-precision analog and
digital signal processing products, has announced the availability of
its MFi Headset Development Kit, a reference platform that is designed
to help OEMs quickly develop new Lightning®-based digital
headsets.
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The Cirrus Logic MFi Headset Development Kit is a reference platform that is designed to help OEMs quickly develop new Lightning®-based digital headsets. (Graphic: Business Wire)
“New digital connectivity in mobile devices, including the
Lightning-based interface, is creating opportunities for OEMs to
innovate in product design and is accelerating the transition from
analog- to digital-connected products within today’s billion-unit
headset and headphone market,” said Carl Alberty, vice president of
Audio Products Marketing, Cirrus Logic. “Our MFi reference design
provides a complete high-performance, digital-headset solution and a
reference iOS application to support the rapid development of these
emerging consumer products.”
The MFi Headset Development Kit demonstrates the advantages of
Lightning-connected headsets over conventional analog headsets. For
example, digital connectivity with an integrated, high-performance
DAC and headphone driver delivers high-fidelity audio to the headphone
speakers. In addition, Lightning-connected headphones can interact with
an iOS app to create a more custom audio experience, such as
personalized EQ settings.
The Cirrus Logic MFi Headset Development Kit includes a form factor
reference design and a development board for debugging, as well as MCU
programming and audio performance measurement. Both boards are
pre-programmed to support a demonstration of high-performance digital
audio playback and voice capture, enabling developers to evaluate a
prototype within minutes. The design can be adapted to any headset form
factor, including earbuds and over-the-ear designs.
The Cirrus Logic HiFi MFi Headset Development Kit is available to MFi
licensees through the MFi procurement portal. Please visit https://developer.apple.com/programs/mfi/
for more information on the MFi program.
For more information about Cirrus Logic and the HiFi MFi Headset
Development Kit, please visit the Cirrus
Logic website.
Cirrus Logic, Inc.
Cirrus Logic is a leader in high performance, low-power ICs for audio
and voice signal processing applications. Cirrus Logic’s products span
the entire audio signal chain, from capture to playback, providing
innovative products for the world’s top smartphones, tablets, digital
headsets, wearables and emerging smart home applications. With
headquarters in Austin, Texas, Cirrus Logic is recognized globally for
its award-winning corporate culture. Check us out at www.cirrus.com.
Cirrus Logic and Cirrus are trademarks of Cirrus Logic, Inc. Lightning
is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Other brand and product names in
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owners.
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