Cirrus Logic, a leader in audio engineering and semiconductor innovation, announced a strategic collaboration with Compal Electronics, a global leader in electronic design and manufacturing services, to develop AI technology aimed at solving persistent audio quality challenges in laptop computers. The partnership will leverage Cirrus Logic’s expertise in audio processing and Compal’s manufacturing excellence to address mechanical rattle and audio distortion issues that have long plagued the PC industry. This initiative represents Cirrus Logic’s first AI audio technology designed specifically for the PC market, with prototypes scheduled for demonstration at Computex 2025 in Taipei.
Solving a Persistent Industry Challenge
The collaboration addresses one of the most pervasive yet difficult-to-solve problems in laptop audio: mechanical rattle and distortion. When audio plays at high volumes through laptop speakers, it can cause mechanical components like speakers, keyboards, and chassis elements to vibrate and rattle, resulting in distorted sound and a diminished user experience. Currently, manufacturers typically address this issue by limiting maximum volume or reducing bass frequencies, sacrificing audio performance to prevent distortion.
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“Today’s PC users expect premium audio experiences, but laptop manufacturers face significant engineering challenges in delivering consistent, high-quality sound,” said Carl Alberty, Executive Vice President of Cirrus Logic’s Mixed-Signal Products. “Our AI-powered audio technology is a huge step forward in ensuring quality audio performance for OEMs, ODMs, and end users. By collaborating with Compal, we’re bringing this technology directly to the manufacturing process to catch problems early, significantly enhancing performance, quality and sustainability.”
SOURCE: PRNewswire