That eliminated the duo from X-Factor this season.

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Moreover, this season's combined audience of about 21 million for "The Voice" and "The X Factor" is only a fraction above the 20 million average that "Idol" drew last season, suggesting there is a limit to the number of people who will tune in to watch singers compete.

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As the official headphone partner of THE X FACTOR, the new X Headphones will be seen in episodes throughout the season as well as featured in a key in-show integration.

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