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Fosi launched its first digital audio player (DAP), the Fosi Neo, today (October 10). Inspired by Apple’s MP3 player, the iPod, its main highlight is the “Click Wheel.” However, Fosi’s asking price is somewhat high for what the DAP offers. In addition to covering the Fosi Neo’s launch, the article below examines the features of its main competitors, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/fosi-neo-ipod-inspired-dap-launches-at-79-99
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/fosi-neo-dap-inspirado-no-ipod-chega-por-us-7999

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Qobuz has added support for bit-perfect audio output after years of requests from its users. Read on to learn how to access and use the feature in the Qobuz app for Android.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/cpt-articles/qobuz-adds-bit-perfect-audio-on-android-how-to-enable-it
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/cpt-artigos/qobuz-ganha-bit-perfect-no-android-como-ativar

Moondrop launched the third generation of its popular dynamic-driver (DD) IEM, the Moondrop Starfield III, today (September 29). Its highlights include two dynamic drivers developed in-house and support for a 32-band parametric equalizer (PEQ). Read on for the full details.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/moondrop-starfield-iii-debuts-with-dual-dynamic-drivers
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/moondrop-starfield-iii-chega-com-dois-drivers-dinamicos

HiBy announced today (September 22) the launch of the HiBy RS2 II, the second generation of its compact DAP with an R2R DAC. Its highlights include HiBy’s new, in-house-developed DARWIN III R2R DAC architecture, a larger display, and nearly twice the output power of the first-generation model. With this launch, HiBy’s digital audio player becomes the most affordable and most compact DAP with an R2R DAC on the market, directly competing with the FiiO M33 R2R. Read on for all the details.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/hiby-rs2-ii-compact-r2r-dap-for-439
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/hiby-rs2-ii-dap-com-dac-r2r-por-us-439

FiiO today (September 21) launched the Delta-Sigma DAC version of its K13 desktop DAC/amp. The company originally released the K13 with an in-house-developed R2R DAC, but because some listeners do not prefer this DAC architecture, it decided to introduce a K13 version featuring ESS Labs DAC chips. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/fiio-k13-gets-a-new-version-with-dual-ess-dacs
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/fiio-k13-ganha-versao-com-dois-dacs-ess

FiiO announced yesterday (September 12) the launch of the most affordable portable CD player in its DM series, the FiiO DM11. Its key highlights include a circular design, replaceable batteries, Bluetooth connectivity, and an aluminum-and-glass body. Find all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/fiio-dm11-portable-cd-player-with-replaceable-batteries
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/fiio-dm11-cd-player-portatil-com-baterias-removiveis

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Audio-Technica launched a new Bluetooth over-ear headphone with ANC, the ATH-AL5NC, last Wednesday (September 9). Its main highlights are its open-back design and active noise cancellation, a combination that is very rare to find on the market. As a result, Audio-Technica’s new headphones may be a more appealing alternative to the new AirPods 5 TWS earbuds, which were launched on the same day. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/audio-technica-ath-al5nc-open-back-headphones-with-anc
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/audio-technica-ath-al5nc-fone-bluetooth-aberto-com-anc

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SMSL launched a new R2R desktop DAC today (September 9), the SMSL R100. Its highlights include an affordable price, an aluminum alloy chassis with transparent windows, and the ability to save equalization profiles using a parametric equalizer (PEQ). See all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/smsl-r100-r2r-dac-with-peq-for-289
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/smsl-r100-dac-r2r-com-peq-por-us-289

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Last Saturday (September 5), ELOIT (formerly Divinus) launched a new ear tip model in its Velvet series: the Velvet Narrow Bore. In addition to offering the well-known comfort that Velvet ear tips have become famous for, the Narrow Bore version promises to improve sound in a different way from the Velvet Wide Bore and standard Velvet models. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/eloit-velvet-narrow-bore-new-ear-tips-for-iems
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/eloit-velvet-narrow-bore-novas-ponteiras-para-iems

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Last Sunday (September 6), FiiO explained the purpose behind launching its new portable digital transport, the FiiO DT11. The discussion covered the type of device the DT11 is, the audience for which it was created, and how it differs from using a Digital Audio Player (DAP) as a transport. Throughout this article, I have included points I found relevant to better understanding the manufacturer’s proposal, along with a list of frequently asked questions based on the most common doubts I encountered. Read on below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/general/fiio-dt11-who-its-for-and-why-fiio-built-it
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/gerais/fiio-dt11-marca-explica-para-quem-ele-foi-feito

Last Tuesday (the 1st), Tanchjim launched the Tanchjim Bunny G, a new gaming IEM based on the Bunny. Its key highlights include a new dynamic driver optimized for gaming, a noise-reducing microphone, a parametric equalizer (PEQ), and support for game-specific EQ profiles. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/tanchjim-bunny-g-usb-c-gaming-iem-with-peq-and-mic
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/tanchjim-bunny-g-iem-gamer-com-usb-c-peq-e-microfone

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The Snowsky DISC gained M3U playlist support with the firmware 2.4 update. On August 24, Snowsky released a new firmware version for its DISC Digital Audio Player (DAP), adding not only the ability to import and export playlists but also three other new features. However, after installing the update, some users reported experiencing bugs related to lock-screen image display and track ordering. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/firmware-driver-and-app-updates/snowsky-disc-firmware-2-4-adds-m3u-playlist-support
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/atualizacoes-de-firmware-drivers-e-apps/snowsky-disc-ganha-playlists-m3u-no-firmware-2-4

SMSL launched its new midrange desktop DAC, the SMSL D400 MK2, today (September 2). Its main highlights include AKM’s AK4499EX DAC chip, an aluminum-alloy chassis, six digital inputs, and SMSL’s in-house-developed CK-04 clock-processing circuit. If this DAC is beyond your budget, I have also included more affordable SMSL alternatives featuring AKM DAC chips. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/smsl-d400-mk2-dac-launches-with-ak4499ex-for-649
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/smsl-d400-mk2-dac-com-ak4499ex-e-lancado-por-us-649

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On August 21, Meze Audio launched the Empyrean JAPONIA, a Japan-exclusive limited edition of the Empyrean. Its highlights include a design and sound inspired by the original Empyrean (OG), delivering an immersive sound signature with several refinements. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/meze-empyrean-japonia-revives-the-originals-sound
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/meze-empyrean-japonia-resgata-som-do-modelo-original

The Kawano Sho is a handcrafted flathead earbud made by Brazilian creator Lucas Kawano. Its natural sound, satisfying bass presence, and wide soundstage won me over in a way I did not expect. Another highlight is its 3D-printed housing, which allows greater freedom to achieve better acoustics and a more ergonomic fit. Read my review below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/cpt-reviews/kawano-sho-review-brazilian-flathead-earbud
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/cpt-reviews/kawano-sho-review-do-earbud-flathead-brasileiro

Tangzu launched a new version of its bag designed to carry DAPs (Digital Audio Players), IEMs (in-ear monitors), and cables last Wednesday (25): the new Tangzu Crossbody Audio bag. Its main highlight is the increased number of compartments compared with the first version. However, it faces strong competition from the FiiO NEST EDC, so I compared the two in this article. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/tangzu-launches-new-crossbody-audio-bag-for-daps-and-iems
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/tangzu-crossbody-audio-nova-bolsa-para-daps-e-iems

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FiiO launched the NEST CANS Nano today (August 27), a new carrying case designed for foldable headphones. The case is compatible with models such as the JadeAudio JT9, JadeAudio JT7, and FiiO FG3. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/fiio-nest-cans-nano-case-for-foldable-headphones
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/fiio-nest-cans-nano-case-para-headphones-dobraveis

FiiO announced today (August 26) the start of pre-orders for its portable Android digital transport, the FiiO DT11. Its highlights include a pair of coaxial ports supporting different pinouts, two USB-C ports for power and data, and software and hardware optimizations for digital signal transmission. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/fiio-dt11-pre-orders-open-price-and-release-date
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/fiio-dt11-entra-em-pre-venda-veja-preco-e-lancamento

Fosi revealed during the 20th Shenzhen International Audio Show (SIAS 2026) that it will launch the Fosi Neo, a Digital Audio Player (DAP) with a design inspired by the iPod Classic. Its main highlights are the iPod-style Click Wheel, Bluetooth connectivity, and a compact aluminum-alloy body. Check out all the details below.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/spoilers/fosi-neo-ipod-classic-inspired-dap-with-a-click-wheel
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/spoilers/fosi-neo-dap-inspirado-no-ipod-classic-com-click-wheel

FiiO launched its first desktop headphone amplifier with a Class A architecture today (August 25): the FiiO CLASS A. Its highlights include discrete components, 4 W of output power, five gain levels, and a wide range of physical controls. Read on for all the details.

• English text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/en/product-launches/fiio-class-a-4w-headphone-amplifier-launches
• Portuguese text: https://www.hifihub.com.br/lancamentos/fiio-class-a-amplificador-de-fones-com-4w-e-lancado