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Consumer Electronics Daily News 3 7 Monday, January 8, 2018 2018 Best of Show Sennheiser Delivers Customizable Sound Experience with AMBEO SMART HEADSET Sennheiser's AMBEO SMART HEAD- SET is an intuitive, compact and mobile 3D recording headset which is on promi- nent display at CES. Binaural audio recordings created with the AMBEO SMART HEADSET deliver a 3D experi- ence – placing the listener inside the soundscape and playing back the direc- tion of sounds and natural spatial charac- teristics of a location. This detailed and realistic recording is achieved via two omni-directional microphones integrated in the earpieces that work alongside a premium A/D con- verter, mic preamp and SoftLimit from Apogee Electronics. Each microphone captures subtle differences in timing, vol- ume and timbre that occur as sound reaches each ear. When played back, the result is a stunning, lifelike audio experi- ence in perfect fidelity. With the AMBEO SMART HEADSET's Smart Slider feature, users can create a customized experience to suit their individual audio requirements. A Customized Audio Experience Using the Smart Slider, users can adjust the mic sensitivity to accommodate nor- mal or loud environments, ensuring pris- tine, distortion-free recordings. A dedi- cated app lets users further program the Smart Slider according to their individual preferences, allow- ing selected features to be acti- vated with a single switch. The app is available for free in iTunes. The AMBEO SMART HEADSET also features a Situational Awareness control enabling users to choose the level of ambient noise they want to perceive. Using the headset's rocker switch, users can either select the Transparent Hearing feature which makes the ambient noise fade into their personal program and keeps them safe in traffic, or deploy the active noise cancellation to enjoy their entertainment without any distractions among other options. The Situational Awareness fea- ture can also be used when recording and when making a call, it can be turned off when not needed. Aside from offering unique 3D audio record- ing capabilities, the AMBEO SMART HEADSET is a high- quality pair of in-ear headphones delivering Sennheiser's exceptional sound quality. The headphones provide the ultimate in comfort thanks to a spe- cial ear-hook design – which also helps minimize structure-borne noise during recordings. For more information, visit www.sennheiser.com or stop by booth #20606. Your Weather Anytime, Anywhere Introducing La Crosse Technology ® 's new Remote Monitoring Professional Weather Station system that offers a combination of quality engineering, design and functionality. The innovative system's display receives and transmits data wirelessly for optimal accuracy with built in Wi- Fi by connecting to multiple sensors and has enhanced features when con- nected to the La Crosse View ® App. Sensors in this system include a wind speed sensor, a rain sensor and a tem- perature and humidity sensor, bringing you your backyard weather anytime, anywhere. The display acts as a command center for all elements of the system, featuring a large LCD panel with brightly colored numbers and graphics and an adjustable kickstand, making the display easy to read from any angle in the room. The intuitive button design, located at the top of the station, allows you to effortlessly navigate through the display for adjustable screen brightness, easy setup, sensor data and setting alerts. The built in Wi-Fi module is pro- grammed to send all sensor and display information directly to its servers, which is maintained by a team of skilled technicians, quickly processed and sent to you and your network of friends via the La Crosse View App. While gathering, processing and send- ing your systems data, the Wi-Fi mod- ule also communicates directly with the NWS servers for weather information and NIST servers for precise time and date information, based on your zip code. Through exten- sive research and ded- ication by La Crosse Technology's knowl- edgeable and experi- enced product design team, this system pro- vides an advanced fea- ture set not found in conventional weather stations. Each sensor was cre- ated with a specific function in mind and to sustain a long battery life, while withstanding the elements of Mother Nature. Considering that the sensors all have sleek, modern designs, their func- tion was not sacrificed. The wind speed sensor was made so that debris and snow can easily slide off, and features easily replaceable wind cups. The self- emptying rain bucket has a large open- ing and level indicator to ensure the optimal set up and accuracy, and the temperature and humidi- ty sensor has a design new to La Crosse Technology that allows it to be hung or free- standing with the battery compartment on the front for easy accessibil- ity. Aside from the sleek designs and user friendly features, La Crosse Technology incorporated a high quality antenna, transmitting at 915 MHz, allowing for outstanding per- formance in signal reception so each sensor can transmit up to 400 feet. The new connected Remote Monitoring Professional Weather Station is a must-have for any home or office, bringing your weather to the palm of your hand anytime, anywhere. For more information, go to www.lacrosse technology.com or stop by booth #36039. LifeFuels Named CES 2018 Innovation Awards Honoree LifeFuels is receiving a CES Innovation Award in the Sports, Fitness and Biotech Category for the second time since 2016. LifeFuels' product combines three compo- nents – a bottle, app and FuelPods – allow- ing consumers to create beverages on the go and tailored to their activities and goals. The Consumer Technology Association selects Innovation Award winners based on engineering, aesthetic and design qualities, and user value. LifeFuels was judged by a panel of designers, engineers and members of the technology media. "Winning the CES Innovation award in 2016 gave LifeFuels momentum. Winning again validates the investments we've made to create the most premium product possible. Bringing this unique plat- form to life in 2018 is a game changer," said Jonathon Perrelli, Chief Executive Officer and Cofounder of LifeFuels. Following LifeFuels' 2016 CES Innovation Award, the company part- nered with leading UK-based product consultancy DCA Design International Ltd to advance the design and functional- ity of the LifeFuels Bottle. With their support, LifeFuels created a sleeker prod- uct with incredibly accurate dispensing, allowing the Bottle to perfectly measure and craft beverages. "Working with LifeFuels on this proj- ect is an exciting challenge for DCA," said Chris Small, Lead Industrial Designer. "DCA is at the cutting-edge of design and engineering, and this project was a perfect opportunity to bring our extensive experi- ence to an exciting new product category. We are delighted that our partnership has been recognized with the CES innovation award and cannot wait to see the defining impact LifeFuels has on the market." About LifeFuels LifeFuels was founded in 2014, and focuses on building an ecosystem of products that support consumer wellness and performance. Its first product allows consumers to use a Bottle and FuelPods to create personalized beverages on the go - and automatically track nutrition and hydration levels via an app. LifeFuels bridges a crucial gap between nutrition and wearable technology, tracking intake and leveraging data from wearables, to provide actionable insights on nutrition and wellness. For more information, visit www .lifefuels.co.