Smart USB speakers pump up the volume from laptops

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Smart USB speakers pump up the volume from laptops

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Smart USB speakers pump up the volume from laptops
By storing power for when it’s needed most, speakers that plug into a USB port can produce high-quality sound without the need for mains power

Original: http://feeds.newscientist.com/science-news
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