Yamaha today introduced the CD-N500 network CD player that offers music fans a flexible portal to their favorite content from practically any source—CDs, downloaded files such as iTunes and streamed music from PCs, NAS systems, smartphones, tablets and Internet radio. The free Yamaha NETWORK PLAYER CONTROLLER app for smartphones and tablets enables the user to quickly select entertainment choices and easily stream content to the player. Gapless playback enhances streaming audio experiences by eliminating the annoying pauses often heard when music is transmitted from a network source…

Sony today announced the new wireless HomeShare audio system that allow users to listen to music from their Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA®) certified PC and Sony Blu-ray Disc™ devices throughout the home over Wi-Fi® (802.11b/g).

The new HomeShare products include two wireless network speakers (SA-N300 and SA-N400) and two Wi-Fi network iPhone docks (NAS-SV20i and NAC-SV10i). The company also introduced a new Wi-Fi universal remote (RMN-U1) that works with the system as well…

Yamaha today introduced the R-N301 network stereo receiver that provides the company's Natural Sound Hi-Fi audio reproduction and the latest network and mobile connectivity features—including a simplified app control—to discerning music enthusiasts looking to move into the new era of audio enjoyment.

The R-N301 also provides consumers with AirPlay for quick streaming of music from iOS devices and iTunes, as well as playback of seemingly limitless online content from music services like Pandora, Spotify and Internet radio…

Onkyo announces the release of three new models at the top of its A/V receiver line for 2012. The lineup includes the world's first full 11.1-channel implementation of DTS Neo:X™, and the first use of Cisco Linksys' SimpleTap technology in an audio/video component.

This release includes a new lavishly outfitted nine-channel flagship, the stunning TX-NR5010 Network A/V Receiver; a more moderately priced nine-channel alternative, the TX-NR3010 Network A/V Receiver; and lastly, a high-power seven-channel solution, the value-packed TX-NR1010 Network A/V Receiver…

Onkyo, a world-renowned innovator in home entertainment, has announced the release of two new high-end network A/V receivers, the TX-NR5008 and TX-NR3008, that offer a wide range of the most up-to-date and user-friendly home theater features, and have achieved THX® Ultra2 Plus™ certification. Both receivers support network audio streaming, various multi-room set-ups, iPhone/iPod playback over USB, and fully immersive, 3D-compatible home theater.

Each of these models features eight HDMI® 1.4a inputs, with compatibility specified for an Audio Return Channel and 3D video…

Denon Electronics, one of the world’s premier manufacturers of high-quality home entertainment components, introduced two new Network-Enabled iPod Docks, models ASD-51W and ASD-51N, both with Apple® iPod command and control, as well as a host of new capabilities and features. Both the ASD-51W (SRP: $299.99) and ASD-51N (SRP: $249.99) are scheduled for August 2009 availability…

Yamaha Electronics Corporation today introduced its RX-V2065 7.1-channel network AV receiver (130 W x 7; MSRP: $1399.95). Also being introduced are two new Blu-ray players, the BD-S1900 and BD-S1065 (MSRP: $699.95 and $599.95, respectively), designed to complement the company’s new and existing AV receivers. The BD-S1900 has custom installation features to match the company’s higher end AV receivers, including the RX-V1900, RX-V3900 and RX-Z7. The BD-S1065’s features and styling match with the newly introduced RX-V2065 network AV receiver as well as the existing RX-V65 series AV receivers…

Onkyo has introduced and begun shipping its first network-capable home theater receiver configured for Pandora, Rhapsody, and Sirius' streaming internet radio services. The new Onkyo TX-NR807 also capable of playing computer music files from networked PCs, is fully compatible with the Digital Living Network Alliance's DLNA 1.5 consumer electronics interoperability specification, and sells for less than half the price of the company's previous network-capable model. With THX Select2 Plus certification and state-of-the-art processing from Dolby, DTS, Audyssey and Faroudja, the Onkyo TX-NR807 offers high definition audio and video performance…

Onkyo has announced the first four new AV receivers for its 2012 line, including three with network capability, including one with THX certification. All have USB connections and additional HDMI® inputs. The line also includes the world's first AV receivers to employ Silicon Image's InstaPrevue™ and Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) technologies. Furthermore, the three network capable models are the world's first AVRs to include music 'cloud server' access via MP3tunes™…

Yamaha today introduced the R-N500 network stereo receiver that delivers unsurpassed Hi-Fi sound reproduction from a wide range of analog and digital sources to the most demanding music fans. It provides consumers with AirPlay so they can wirelessly stream music stored on their iOS devices or iTunes, as well as the Pandora and Spotify Connect streaming services for access to seemingly limitless online content…