In June, following the reports of buying Apple company Beats and alleged support for iTunes music in high-quality manufacturer of the iPhone and iPad has opened up new specifications for the program MFi. As part of the changes, manufacturers can create headphones for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, the plug instead of the standard 3.5 mm audio jack to Lightning-interface.
Experts suggested that Apple is preparing a special version branded "ears" for fans of high-quality sound. However, do not belong to the company from Cupertino rank first manufacturer in the world Lightning-headphones.
"We are glad to present the Philips Fidelio M2L - first headset with interface support for Lightning audio lossless devices on iOS», - said Christian Beyer, senior marketing manager WOOX Innovations.
Model Philips Fidelio M2L, equipped with 24-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) and the built-in amplifier, allows you to listen to digital music without loss or distortion, in contrast to the analog headphone cables claim to Philips. High-quality 40-mm transducers with neodymium magnets provide maximum power of up to 3 500 mW. Crisp reproduction and clarity, make it possible to distinguish the nuances of music.
Philips Fidelio M2L compatible with iPhone and iPad operating system iOS 8. Headphones will be available in December at a price of 250 euros.
By the way, the Lightning are many advantages to the usual 3.5-mm connector. Firstly, such a connection is characterized by high bandwidth and provides higher quality audio at 48 kHz without loss. The specification also allows you to connect through the Lightning-port external audio devices that require power, such as a model with a digital signal processor or with the support of active noise control. In addition, it is possible that the connected device will have a built-in battery that will further feed device Apple. Lightning connector also allows the headphones to get a firmware update.