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Panasonic Collaborates with EV Company Fisker on Pulse Premium Audio System for Ocean SUVs
Tier-one automotive supplier Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America, a division of Pansonic Corporation of North America, announced the launch of the Fisker Pulse audio system crafted exclusively for the all-electric Fisker Ocean Extreme and the Fisker Ocean One SUVs. The audio system, powered by the ELS Studio 3D, is the product of 20 years of collaboration between Panasonic and eight-time Grammy Award-winning producer and engineer, Elliott Scheiner.
“Fisker is pushing the industry forward with a vision focused on sustainability, and Panasonic Automotive is honored to join in building the future of Fisker electric vehicles,” said in a press release by Andrew Poliak, Chief Technology Officer, Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America. “With decades of experience, our audio design team worked closely with Fisker to bring a new approach to speaker placement, creating an emotional audio experience for EVs, focused on efficiency and sustainability without sacrificing the authentic studio quality sound and emotional impact that are the foundations of all ELS STUDIO 3D systems.”
The latest version of the technology in the Fisker Ocean SUV, ELS STUDIO 3D PREMIUM AUDIO, consists of neodymium magnet circuit designs used to reduce the overall weight of each speaker by 30 to 60 percent. It is estimated that this system draws 60 percent less energy than a typical audio system with similar output, making it more eco-friendly.
The audio system is installed along the instrument panel and consists of three 9cm PrecisionDrive Carbon Fiber Coaxial speakers hidden beneath Fisker’s sustainable interior materials. It also features four ultra-slim, lightweight, full-range Highline speakers mounted in the headliner that work with Panasonic Automotive’s proprietary DJX 3D Surround algorithm to create an immersive sound experience throughout the cabin. The system is complete with four 17cm PrecisionDrive Carbon Fiber woofers that provide low distortion bass and a 20cm SLDD subwoofer that creates a deep bass response.
Current Backyard Selected as CES 2024 Innovation Awards Honoree
Electric outdoor brand Current Backyard has been selected as an honoree in the CES 2024 Innovation Awards in the Smart Home category for its Current Model G Dual-Zone Electric Grill. The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Innovation Awards are an annual competition sponsored by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) celebrating exceptional design and engineering achievements in consumer technology products. Current Backyard will debut the Model G Dual-Zone Electric Grill and Model G Electric Griddle at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.
The Current Model G Dual-Zone Electric Grill and Current Model G Electric Griddle redefine the outdoor cooking experience. Fully electric with a WiFi-enabled cooking system, the Model G Electric Grill and Electric Griddle give users greater control over their culinary pursuits without worrying about CO2 emissions or fire risk. It is easy to set up right out of the box and is fully integrated with Current Backyard’s app. On the app, users can control their grill and griddle with three unique modes. Users can also discover new recipes within the app and receive notifications for functional features like when the grill and griddle are heated.
The Current Grill cooking system preheats in just ten minutes and maintains even temperatures across its 330 square inches of primary cooking space. It has Dual-Zone flexibility, meaning users can cook independently on the right and left sides of the cooking surface. The Model G electric grill is 110V and can heat up to 700 degrees Fahrenheit. The Model G Electric Griddle has a heat capacity of 600 degrees Fahrenheit and has a unique Auto-Seasoning feature.
“The significance of being recognized as a CES 2024 Innovation Awards Honoree by the Consumer Technology Association is a major accomplishment for a brand that is still in its pre-launch phase,” said in a press release by Tom Penner, CEO of Current Backyard. “This accolade bolsters our readiness to introduce the Current Backyard brand in 2024 to a fresh wave of smart home enthusiasts, revolutionizing electric grilling in the process.”
The Current Model G Dual-Zone Electric Grill and Current Model G Electric Griddle will retail at $899 and $799, respectively. They are set to be available for purchase in February 2024. Current Backyard will display the grill and griddle at CES from January 9-12, 2024, at the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Central Plaza at Booth CP-22.
CHEFiQ Releases Two- and Three-Probe Charger Models for Smart Thermometer
With the holiday season just around the corner, food prepping can take up time and energy. Smart kitchen appliance brand CHEFiQ has made the cooking process easier with the release of their wireless Smart Thermometer. The latest innovation from CHEFiQ is now available in two- and three-probe charger models that can monitor multiple dishes simultaneously.
Using an ultra-thin probe with precise sensors, the Smart Thermometer monitors the temperature of a variety of meats, fish, poultry and vegetables to ensure that dishes are cooked to perfection. It can withstand ambient temperatures up to 572 degrees and internal temperatures up to 225 degrees Fahrenheit. The Smart Thermometer is perfect for use in tandem with other appliances like grills, stoves, ovens, smokers, deep fryers and more.
The probe is 4 inches long and has a diameter of just 3/16 of an inch, which helps maintain the structural integrity and flavors of the food. With built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capability, the Smart Thermometer pairs seamlessly with the CHEFiQ app, allowing users to set the ideal temperature or doneness of their dish and track its cooking progress in real-time. The app alerts users any time their dish needs attention. The Smart Thermometer is housed in a rechargeable Smart Hub cradle that has 40-hour battery life. With a built-in speaker, the Smart Hub syncs with the CHEFiQ app to notify users of any important metrics regarding their dish. The Smart Thermometer by CHEFiQ retails for $99.99.
