SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 16, 2025Science News

New audio tech could let you listen privately without headphones

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Acoustic metasurfaces using 3D-printed panels manipulate ultrasonic waves to create precise "audible enclaves," allowing private listening in public spaces without headphones, though sound quality still needs improvement.

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