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HARMAN today announced the official closing of the previously announced sale of its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit to Wipro Limited, following all required regulatory approvals. The transaction advances HARMAN’s strategic focus on strengthening its core Automotive and Lifestyle businesses while ensuring continuity and opportunity for DTS employees and customers.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · December 2, 2025
From immersive in-cabin entertainment to transformative situational awareness that anticipates your needs before you do, the future of mobility offers unlimited potential. Yet in order to meet the demand for safer, smarter and more emotionally intelligent interactions between drivers and vehicles, reliable connectivity is key. HARMAN, the automotive technology leader and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., is prepared to meet this moment with its Ready Connect product and the automotive industry is taking notice. Today, the company announced that it was named the “Connected Car Solution Provider of The Year” in the sixth annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards, which recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global automotive and transportation technology market today.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · October 16, 2025
JBL is turning up the volume once again with the launch of JBL Boombox 4. Built to shake rooms, fuel gatherings, and unite people through powerful sound, this is not just a speaker, it’s JBL in its purest form: foot-thumping bass powered by cutting-edge tech.
By Harman · Via Business Wire · September 3, 2025
In a major step toward powering the automotive industry’s shift to software-defined vehicles (SDVs), HARMAN — an automotive technology leader and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics — has become one of the first to open-source a full connected services platform. This move will unlock new levels of collaboration and foster modular development and deployment. The platform, now available through the Eclipse Connected Services Platform (ECSP) project, represents a pivotal moment for automakers and developers working to bring scalable, cloud-native innovations to market.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · May 12, 2025
General Motors presented HARMAN, the automotive technology leader and a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., with a 2024 Supplier of the Year Award at GM’s 33rd annual Supplier of the Year event in Phoenix, Arizona.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · April 17, 2025

JBL, the global leader in portable audio, continues to revolutionize on-the-go listening experiences with the launch of the JBL Flip 7 and Charge 6—from small-town campus dorm rooms to the streets of Austin at SXSW, and everywhere in between. Responding to the listening habits, desires, and interests of fans and consumers, JBL has redesigned its most popular portable speakers to bring bolder, more reliable sound to indoor gatherings and outdoor excursions. Now featuring AI Sound Boost, a proprietary technology that analyzes music waves in real-time to optimize the speaker driver without distortion, the next generation pushes the boundaries of sound performance and transforms the way we listen.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · March 10, 2025

HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, today announced that Michael Mauser will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 31, 2025. The Board of Directors has unanimously elected Christian Sobottka, currently President of HARMAN's Automotive Division, to succeed Mauser as President and CEO, effective April 1, 2025.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · March 3, 2025

MWC Barcelona 2025 – Automotive technology leader HARMAN, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., is showcasing its suite of connected, intelligent, and contextual products and technologies at MWC Barcelona 2025 (Fira Gran Via, Hall 4 – Stand 4B45), redefining what it means to drive and ride in a vehicle.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · March 3, 2025

MWC Barcelona 2025 – Automotive technology leader HARMAN, a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., presents Ready Aware at MWC Barcelona 2025. HARMAN Ready Aware is a new, cutting-edge, vehicle-to-cloud software service that provides in-vehicle contextual alerts at the right time to enhance a driver’s situational awareness at intersections and around a variety of road hazards. Robust, scalable, and secure, Ready Aware is now available to OEMs for both new production and existing connected vehicles in North America, Europe, and India.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · March 3, 2025

JBL, the number one portable speaker brand in the world, arrives at SXSW 2025 with a mission: to transform music moments into community and bring people together to play, socialize, and explore through audio. Under its “MADE to be HEARD” campaign, JBL continues to lead with innovations that enhance how music is experienced across different environments.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 25, 2025

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, is honored that its Digital Transformation Solutions business unit has been globally recognized by Information Services Group (ISG), a top global technology research and advisory firm.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 21, 2025

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., announced that its HARMAN Digital Transformation Solutions business unit will launch HARMAN ConnectIQ, an AI-powered retail frontline workforce productivity solution at NRF Big Show 2025.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 13, 2025

CES 2025 – HARMAN, an automotive technology leader and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced a roster of new collaborations with leading companies across the tech and automotive sectors. Together, they are accelerating the consumer technology-driven transformation of the automotive industry by adding empathy and contextual awareness to the car.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025

CES 2025--Imagine stepping into a car that doesn’t just respond to your commands but understands your needs, adapts to your preferences, and creates an environment that understands and uniquely engages with you. HARMAN, the automotive technology leader and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., is making that vision a reality. At CES 2025, HARMAN is unveiling the next evolution of its groundbreaking innovations—a suite of intelligent, contextual technologies and products that are redefining what it means to drive and ride in a car.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025

CES 2025-- JBL, the undisputed leader in party speaker innovation, raises the bar with its newest PartyBox lineup, designed to elevate any celebration with powerful sound, immersive light shows, and seamless multi-speaker connectivity. Featuring JBL Pro Sound and AI Sound Boost technology, these speakers optimize audio output for dynamic bass and crystal-clear treble, ensuring the music sounds flawless, whether in the living room or poolside in the backyard. With key features like replaceable batteries, Auracast™ for limitless speaker pairing, and durable splashproof designs, JBL continues to deliver the ultimate audio experience for any occasion.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025

Audio industry trailblazer JBL is raising the bar once again with the introduction of the JBL Tour ONE M3, the ultimate blend of innovative audio technology and seamless connectivity with the first JBL SMART Tx audio transmitter. This latest addition to JBL’s headphones lineup pushes the boundaries of what high-performance over-ear headphones can achieve, combining lossless audio, Hi-Res Bluetooth, and advanced True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0. Designed for music lovers, audiophiles, travelers, and everyone in between the Tour ONE M3 delivers an unmatched listening experience with every use.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025

CES 2025-- JBL, a brand known for pushing the boundaries of sound and design, introduces the all-new JBL Horizon 3. Created to improve sleep cycles for even the most restless, the JBL Horizon 3 combines thoughtful innovation with a sleek, low-profile design to create the perfect ambiance for any bedroom. Whether winding down after a long day or rising for a new one, customizable ambient lighting and sound modes set the tone for a personalized experience tailored to any lifestyle.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025

CES 2025--JBL, a boundary pushing trailblazer in audio, has announced the next generations of the JBL Endurance, Tune and Vibe series. Among the category-defining new products are the JBL Tune 2 and Vibe 2 series headphones which feature stand-out upgrades like noise cancelling technologies, enhanced drivers and extended battery life, all while delivering classic JBL Sound at remarkably attractive price points. For sports and wellness enthusiasts, the latest JBL Endurance Race series offers similarly exciting new upgrades for high-performance workouts that test the limits. With a dozen new upgrades across all three JBL collections, there is an option for every type of listener and lifestyle.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 6, 2025

To address the substantial growth anticipated in the automotive software and electronics market over the coming decade, HARMAN Automotive has introduced two new software products: Ready CQuence Loop and Ready Link Marketplace. Both products are designed to empower automakers, Tier-1 suppliers, and developers to accelerate automotive software development cycles, enhance in-vehicle offerings, and unlock new revenue streams.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · December 19, 2024

HARMAN’s Digital Transformations Solutions (DTS) Business Unit, a strategic business dedicated to blending the physical and digital to make business technology more dynamic, is introducing HARMAN ForecastGPT, a predictive analytics platform that empowers organizations to accurately predict future trends, optimize resource allocation, and enhance overall business performance. Leveraging advanced GPT technology, HARMAN ForecastGPT has reasoning capabilities and provides detailed commentary to explain trends in data. It is designed for businesses that need to make accurate predictions and informed decisions and operate in dynamic and uncertain markets, where demand and supply can vary significantly.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · September 3, 2024

JBL, the leading audio brand, today unveiled the evolution of its groundbreaking NIL initiative with the launch of JBL’s 2024 Campus program with R.J. Davis, CJ Baxter, and many more. Rooted in the company’s legacy of empowerment and creativity, JBL Campus has partnered with top-tier student athletes and electrifying lifestyle influencers across U.S. premier college campuses, with the goal of showing how sound connects and inspires the next generation of leaders, creators, and athletes.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · August 15, 2024

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, along with its Digital Transformation Solutions business unit, today announced an AI-driven partnership with Celonis, the global leader in Process Mining and Process Intelligence, to make enterprise processes smarter, more efficient and more effective.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · July 29, 2024

HARMAN, alongside CARIAD, the automotive software company of Volkswagen Group, today announced new collaborations across key industries to enrich the in-cabin experience with newly available apps. This expands the range of apps available in the Group Application Store, a uniform in-car application store for cars of the Volkswagen Group brands, to more than 70 depending on the model and market. The Group Application Store integrates with the HARMAN Ignite Store, a solution for automotive infotainment systems that allows OEMs to maintain control of third-party content, the user experience and relationship with the end user. Audi has already implemented the store in select Audi models and regions from model year 2024 onwards and will also integrate it in the all-new Audi Q6 e-tron that will start coming to customers this August, with additional Volkswagen Group brands to follow. Both HARMAN and CARIAD will showcase the Group Application Store to the Android Developer community at DroidCon Berlin from July 3-5.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · July 3, 2024

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, is honored that its Digital Transformation Solutions business unit has been recognized as a leader in the ISG Digital Engineering Services Provider Lens™ 2024 US Study. HARMAN has been recognized in Integrated Customer/User Engagement and Experience, Design & Development, Platform and Application Services, and Intelligent Operations, reinforcing that HARMAN is at the forefront of solutions innovation in the technology industry and commitment to excellence.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · June 6, 2024

HARMAN today announced that Tata Motors, India’s leading automobile manufacturer, has selected the HARMAN Ignite Store as its in-vehicle app store, bringing easily accessible, reliable and safe mobility experiences to more customers across a new geographical region. For the past decade, HARMAN and Tata Motors have collaborated to deliver cutting-edge intelligent cockpits and car audio products in India, with HARMAN's R&D and manufacturing facilities in India playing a pivotal role in meeting the demands of Tata Motors' expanding market presence.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · April 24, 2024

General Motors (GM) has recognized HARMAN, an automotive electronics technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on delivering consumer experiences at automotive grade, as a 2023 Supplier of the Year. GM celebrated honorees at its 32nd annual Supplier of the Year awards ceremony in Miami, Florida last week.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · April 15, 2024

HARMAN, an automotive electronics technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on delivering consumer experiences at automotive grade, confirms it will continue as an Official partner of Scuderia Ferrari for a second Formula One season. The on-track marketing partnership extends to technology on the road, with Ferrari becoming the first automotive OEM to adopt a number of solutions from HARMAN’s in-cabin monitoring system, HARMAN Ready Care, for its next-generation road cars.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 28, 2024

HARMAN, a global leader in connected vehicle solutions, is demonstrating its latest road-ready products designed to democratize automotive connectivity at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024. The products, including the HARMAN Ready Connect 5G Telematics Control Unit, are market-ready and provide added value for automakers, including a reduction in overall cost of implementation while delivering consumer experiences at automotive grade.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 26, 2024

HARMAN, a global leader in connected vehicle solutions, today announced the launch of the HARMAN Ready Connect 5G Telematics Control Unit (TCU), leveraging state-of-the-art Snapdragon® Digital Chassis™ connected car technologies from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to push connectivity boundaries and democratize the automotive connectivity landscape. Based on the Snapdragon® Auto 5G Modem-RF Gen 2, HARMAN Ready Connect 5G TCU represents a significant advancement in automotive connectivity, delivering rich in-cabin experiences for consumers while reducing time to market and engineering efforts for OEMs. HARMAN Ready Connect 5G TCU is currently available and will be showcased this week at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 26, 2024

To shape the industry-wide effort to build a vendor-agnostic, open source ecosystem focused on creating the foundation for a new era in automotive, HARMAN today announced it has joined the Eclipse Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) Working Group at The Eclipse Foundation.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 6, 2024

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, announced today that HARMAN’s Digital Transformation Solutions strategic business unit has, once again, been rated as a “Leader” in the Zinnov Zones for ER&D services ratings. This is the eighth consecutive year that HARMAN has been recognized in the Zinnov Zones for Digital Engineering and ER&D services 2023 ratings.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 16, 2024

HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced its President, Christian Sobottka, has been selected as a winner in the “Leader” category of MotorTrend’s Software-Defined Vehicle Innovator (SDVI) Awards, which were celebrated at a private gala in conjunction with CES 2024.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 9, 2024

CES 2024 – HARMAN today introduced HARMAN Ignite Store Payments, the first payment product introduced to the HARMAN Ignite Store, along with an expanded ecosystem of HARMAN Ignite Store partners across diverse sectors. HARMAN Ignite Store products and partnerships come together to provide comprehensive in-vehicle experiences for both OEMs and consumers.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 8, 2024

CES 2024 – HARMAN today unveiled the expansion of its Ready product portfolio, highlighted by ongoing work with Samsung and close collaboration with industry-leading companies. This latest evolution of HARMAN’s road-ready product lineup emphasizes connectivity and cohesion by infusing new technologies with third-party solutions to create consumer experiences at automotive grade that raise the bar for what we expect from our vehicles today and tomorrow.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 8, 2024

CES 2024 – HARMAN today unveiled its latest lineup of automotive products that will equip OEMs with the ability to quickly and efficiently introduce the new in-cabin features and content that consumers desire, and ultimately empower drivers and passengers with enhanced safety and entertainment experiences that will be in-market as soon as this year.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 8, 2024

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, today announced the acquisition of Roon, the music management, discovery, and streaming platform for music enthusiasts.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · November 27, 2023

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions business unit has launched the groundbreaking Healthcare Private Language Model (LLM), known as HealthGPT. HealthGPT represents a leap in healthcare solutions by leveraging generative AI to empower healthcare professionals, researchers, and institutions through advanced patient care, medical research, and decision-making.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · October 13, 2023

Coinciding with cybersecurity awareness month, HARMAN is taking the next step forward in reinforcing its credibility as a trusted cybersecurity partner across the global automotive industry. Today, HARMAN announced that its cybersecurity management system has been audited in accordance with the ISO/SAE 21434:2021 standard and obtained the certificate of compliance, further strengthening the automotive supply chain for OEM partners.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · October 9, 2023

HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., today announced it has been selected as “Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Company of the Year” in the fourth annual AutoTech Breakthrough Awards conducted by AutoTech Breakthrough, a leading market intelligence organization that recognizes the top companies, technologies and products in the global automotive and transportation technology markets today.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · October 4, 2023

HARMAN has been shortlisted for five awards in the Reuters D.R.I.V.E. Honours, a prestigious annual event recognizing automotive excellence globally, celebrating innovation, commitment, impact, and leadership within the industry.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · September 20, 2023

HARMAN today was honored in Fast Company’s 2023 Innovation by Design Awards in the Automotive category for its new Ready Care product and its purposeful integration of several key technologies in order to improve driver safety and well-being on the road.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · August 22, 2023

Today audio leader, JBL announces its highly anticipated return of JBL FEST in the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, promising to turn up the heat for an unforgettable weekend chock-full of unparalleled music and tech activations for fans across the globe. Taking over the Park MGM from September 21 - 23, this multi-day immersive experience will be one not to miss! JBL is also proud to serve as the exclusive audio partner for Las Vegas’ premier music and arts festival, Life is Beautiful, boasting an impressive lineup of live performances from famed and emerging artists alike.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · August 10, 2023

HARMAN, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions strategic business unit has been recognized as a leader in “Design and Development” and “Integrated Customer/User Engagement” as well as a rising star in ’Platforms and Applications Services’ in the ISG Digital Engineering Services Provider Lens™ 2023 US study.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · July 10, 2023

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has been recognized by Information Services Group (ISG), a leading global technology research and advisory firm, with a 2022 Digital Case Study Awards™. The award focuses on HARMAN’s work in enhancing and transforming Domino’s Pizza Group’s (DPG) eCommerce technology platforms and operations.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · June 7, 2023

HARMAN, an automotive electronics technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today announced at MWC Barcelona 2023 a strategic collaboration with the American Center for Mobility (ACM) to test real-world use cases of road-ready technologies, including Vehicle to Everything (V2X) enabled by roadside infrastructure and edge computing using 5G cellular to showcase ubiquitous connectivity between vehicles, people and infrastructure for enhanced safety and efficiency.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 27, 2023

HARMAN, an automotive electronics technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today announced a multi-year, multi-faceted partnership with Ferrari focused on bringing the next generation of in-cabin experiences to market, today. Ferrari will leverage HARMAN Ready Upgrade hardware and software to deliver fully upgradeable consumer electronics-level experiences into the cabin across their vehicle lineup, quickly and cost effectively. The partnership extends to the racetrack, as HARMAN Automotive becomes the exclusive In-Cabin Experience Team partner of Scuderia Ferrari beginning with the 2023 Formula 1 season.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 13, 2023

CES 2023–-HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today unveiled the Intelligent Healthcare Platform, a new comprehensive digital health platform designed to help healthcare and life sciences enterprises in their journey towards personalized customer centric services. This latest innovation, from HARMAN’s Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit, will be on display during CES at the HARMAN EXPLORE Showcase at the Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas this week.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023-- HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today unveiled HARMAN Ready on Demand, a software platform for delivering branded audio value, feature enhancement, upgrades, and monetization opportunities in an easy to-use app. An industry first product, Ready on Demand is the foundation for providing expanded experiences and future upgrades that can be unlocked by the consumer at any time via in-app purchases throughout the life of the vehicle.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 – HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today announced new features for HARMAN Ready Care, the industry’s first closed-loop interior sensing and tailored interventions product that measures a driver’s eye activity, cognitive load and vital signs to determine the level of focus and attention on the road ahead. Using neuroscience, artificial intelligence and machine learning, Ready Care classifies a driver’s behavior into a focused versus distracted state and initiates a personalized in-cabin response to help mitigate dangerous driving situations, such as stress, anxiety, distraction and drowsiness.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit is introducing DefenSight Cybersecurity Platform to help enterprises keep their IT systems safe and secure using real-time threat intelligence analytics.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 – HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today introduced HARMAN Ready Display, a portfolio of display products, including Neo QLED Auto, that leverage Samsung synergies to bring leading consumer electronics display experiences into the vehicle. HARMAN Ready Display optimizes price, performance, and design to fit a wide variety of vehicle needs.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 -- HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences for automotive grade, today announced the introduction of Sound and Vibration Sensor and External Microphone products to enhance the audio experience inside and outside the vehicle. These new products enable a variety of applications to enhance safety and user experience, from detecting emergency vehicle sirens to listening for exterior speech commands from drivers or traffic controllers to detecting glass breakage or vehicle impact.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 -- HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today unveiled its latest road-ready innovations that can deliver tangible and meaningful automotive experiences to drivers, passengers, and other road users. The HARMAN EXPLORE showcase, on display during CES 2023 at the Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas, features live in-vehicle demonstrations of new products, ready now for integration by OEMs and designed to enhance safety, well-being, and entertainment in new ways.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 – JBL rolls out its most powerful and feature-rich headphones yet with the JBL Tour PRO 2 True Wireless Earbuds and the over-ear JBL Tour ONE M2. The latest additions to the JBL Tour lineup push performance to the next level with a smart, seamless user experience and superior audio, including immersive JBL Spatial Sound and the first true wireless earbuds to be encased in JBL’s innovative smart case.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 -- HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today unveiled HARMAN Ready Upgrade, a set of fully upgradeable hardware and software products that allow OEMs to perform upgrades throughout the life of the vehicle and accelerate time to market, while enabling consumers to add and upgrade vehicle features as easily as they would with their smartphones. Ready Upgrade features three families of production-grade Cockpit Domain Controllers, advanced software, an array of pre-integrated features and a full suite of low-code software development tools that greatly reduce new feature time to market and cost for OEMs.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 – Equipped with JBL’s Original Pro Sound and built-in LED lights, the popular JBL Pulse series expands its portable speaker portfolio with the JBL Pulse 5. Available in the Spring, music lovers can enjoy the newly designed JBL Pulse 5, delivering true 360° immersive sound experience and electrifying ambient lightshow under an upgraded sleek surface. The vibrant lights in perfect sync with music adds a new, mesmerizing dimension to any listening experience.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

CES 2023 – HARMAN, an automotive technology company and subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on designing consumer experiences at automotive grade, today unveiled HARMAN Ready Vision, a set of Augmented Reality (AR) head-up display (HUD) hardware and AR software products to enhance driver safety and awareness. Ready Vision’s AR software integrates with vehicle sensors to deliver immersive audio and visual alerts that empower the driver with critical knowledge and information, in a timely, accurate and non-intrusive manner.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 4, 2023

HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced the introduction of Ready Care — the latest solution in its expanding portfolio of products designed and built to deliver consumer-focused experiences at an automotive grade. Ready Care is a set of solutions — Cognitive Distraction, Stress-Free Routing, and Personalized Comfort — that can work together or independently to improve safety and reduce driver stress.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · September 14, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced the return of HARMAN Technology Forum 2022. Taking place on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at The Theater in Virgin Hotels, Las Vegas, this year’s HARMAN Technology Forum event will convene in-depth discussions from business and technology leaders about how the metaverse, modern mobility and other experiential technologies are poised to transform the entertainment, commerce, transportation and consumer experience industries.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · September 12, 2022

HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced the acquisition of CAARESYS, an Israel-based company founded in 2017 that develops vehicle passenger monitoring systems powered by contactless, low-emission radar. CAARESYS has successfully partnered with leading OEMs and provides a mass production solution for cabin monitoring including vital signs sensing, passenger localization and Child Presence Detection (CPD).
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · September 6, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, is honored to announce that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has been recognized as a Major Contender in Everest Group’s Connected Medical Device Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · September 1, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, is honored that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has been recognized as a leader and rising star in the ISG Provider Lens™ Internet of Things Services and Solutions 2022 US report. HARMAN DTS was recognized as a leader in Implementation and Integration, Managed Services, Mobile Asset Tracking and Management, and Data Management and AI on the Edge, as well as a rising star in Strategy Consulting.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · August 9, 2022

It’s back! After three years, JBL Fest is returning for its biggest, most electrifying event yet. Hosted by music icon Bebe Rexha, the three-day brand festival breaks the mold with unique events at the intersection of music, gaming and sports, bringing together voices from across culture to give guests front-row access to unexpected moments and exclusive experiences. Grammy Award winner, global sensation and JBL ambassador Doja Cat will headline the festival with an unfiltered performance at JBL Live!, featuring JBL’s newest global ambassador, The Kid LAROI, and platinum-selling DJ/producer Martin Garrix will bring the festival to an electrifying close.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · July 26, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, announces that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has become an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Healthcare Consulting Competency Partner.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · June 21, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, today announced support for the AWS for Automotive initiative from Amazon Web Services (AWS) with the HARMAN Over-the-Air (OTA) software update solution designed to help Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) meet increased security needs in their vehicles. The solution, which was showcased at the AWS “Software Defined Vehicle” online conference, enables OEMs to deliver new consumer experiences throughout the life of a vehicle.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · May 9, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, is honored that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has been recognized as a “Major Contender” on Everest Group’s Digital Product Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022 and #10 in Everest Group’s Engineering Services PEAK Matrix Provider of the Year awards. As #10 on Everest Group’s Engineering Services PEAK Matrix Provider of the Year awards, HARMAN DTS is recognized as one of the top providers of engineering services based on a consolidated scoring of rankings within Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® reports.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · April 13, 2022

The secret is out, Kittenz. JBL announces its latest global ambassador, teaming up for a collaborative partnership with global superstar Doja Cat. The Grammy winner for Best Pop Duo teased her JBL ambassadorship on social media leading into last night’s Grammy awards before commanding attention on the red carpet. Her one-of-a-kind custom hand-blown glass handbag with a blinged-out JBL Clip 4 attached turned the conversation from “what are you wearing,” to “what are you listening to?”.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · April 4, 2022

For the second consecutive year, General Motors has recognized HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, as a 2021 Supplier of the Year. GM celebrated honorees at its 30th annual Supplier of the Year awards ceremony in Phoenix, Arizona, earlier this week.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · March 21, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, has announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has entered into a collaboration with Microsoft that will enable HARMAN to integrate with Microsoft Azure private multi-access edge compute (PMEC).
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 28, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, has announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions business unit is now certified for EN 9100:2018 / AS9100D. This accomplishment is the first ever avionics certification for HARMAN.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 17, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced two new acoustic innovations, Ready Together and Software Enabled Branded Audio, during the HARMAN EXPLORE 2022 event. Ready Together uses advanced acoustic technology to streamline and enhance in-vehicle communication and entertainment. Software Enabled Branded Audio is an on-demand software platform that upgrades the sound quality and feature set of existing unbranded car audio systems with the touch of a button. Both products are ready for in-vehicle integration.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · February 10, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, has announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) strategic business unit has been appraised at Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) for Development V 2.0 at Maturity Level 5. The appraisal was led by QAI Global.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 25, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, has announced that its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) strategic business unit has been appraised at Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) for Development V 2.0 at Maturity Level 5. The appraisal was led by QAI Global.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 24, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies and solutions for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, announced today that HARMAN’s Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business unit has been rated as a leader in the annual Zinnov Zones for ER&D and IoT Services 2021 ratings.
By HARMAN · Via Business Wire · January 18, 2022

HARMAN, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets, today launched a new brand position for its Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) business called ‘Life-ware’.
By Harman · Via Business Wire · October 6, 2021