Extron has introduced the NAV E 522 switching encoder and NAV SD 521 switching scaling decoder for its NAV Pro AV over IP platform. The endpoints support USB-C connectivity, 4K video distribution and USB extension across multiple endpoints. The NAV E 522 supports USB-C as a single-cable connection for video, audio, USB data and optional […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Roland The transition to 4K is well underway across professional AV, but few organizations make that transition at once. Corporate facilities, educational institutions, houses of worship, and event venues may add a 4K camera or display while continuing to rely on HD computers, confidence monitors, streaming encoders, and other equipment […]

Legrand has added smart fan speed controllers to its Smart Lighting with Netatmo portfolio, with options available in its adorne and radiant collections. According to Legrand, the controllers offer four selectable fan speeds that users can adjust at the wall or through the Legrand Home + Control app. The app also supports schedules to turn […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST The way we experience video meetings has changed dramatically over the past several years, but many meeting rooms haven’t necessarily kept up. We’ve become accustomed to seeing colleagues clearly on platforms like Microsoft Teams and Zoom, where everyone has their own space on the screen. Yet when we return to […]

Bridge AV Distribution announced that it has appointed Simon Kenning as Commercial Director in an effort to strengthen the company’s presence across Great Britain. Simon joins Bridge AV with responsibility for growing and developing the company’s Great Britain business. He brings 27 years of experience across professional AV and live event technology, including production management, […]

Nanolumens announced that the company was selected to modernize Alexandria International Airport as it nears its 20th anniversary. Alexandria International Airport is located in Louisiana, four miles west of downtown Alexandria. The England Economic and Industrial Development District, an independent political subdivision of the State of Louisiana, operates the airport. AEX was previously a front-line […]

Navori Labs launched Qompose, the unified digital signage platform built from the ground up for intelligent screen networks. Qompose was developed by the global engineering teams behind Navori QL and Signagelive, bringing more than 60 years of combined digital signage expertise into an entirely new platform, with an open and composable architecture. Previewed at ISE […]

Absen announced that its PL3.9 Pro was selected to power 311 and Dirty Heads’ “So Glad You Made It” co-headline tour experience. The tour featured 33 stops at amphitheaters and outdoor venues across North America, from Shakopee, Minnesota, to West Palm Beach, Florida. The production team needed a video system that could support two distinct […]

Helsinki, Finland – Illustrations, projection and lighting are converging at Finland’s historic National Theater for a production of the children’s classic Puluboi and Poni, with Hippotizer Media Servers from Green Hippo – an ACT Entertainment company – providing the visual core. Lighting and video designer Ville Virtanen transformed story illustrations into a constantly evolving theatrical […]

The National Geographic Society and Panasonic Projector & Display Americas LLC have partnered to bring Panasonic’s projection and display technology to the National Geographic Museum of Exploration. The company said the collaboration aims to create dynamic, story-driven environments with each experience designed to make science and discovery feel immersive. “When visitors step into the Museum […]

Extron has introduced the FOX3 302 Series, a pair of fiber optic extenders designed to transmit two independent HDMI video signals, USB, stereo audio, control and 3D sync signals over fiber optic cabling. According to Extron, the series supports resolutions up to 4K at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and is designed for dual-display […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST This LAVNCH & LEARN, in partnership with Panasonic, covers TAA compliance — what it actually means, where it applies and how to adapt product strategies to meet these requirements. This session featured Steph Beckett, RP Higgins of Electric Picture Display Systems and Jason Karol of Panasonic Projector & Display Americas. […]

  ADI announced it will host a five-city Datacom Road Show beginning Oct. 21 in Denver, with supplier-led training, product demonstrations and networking at local ADI stores. The events will feature six suppliers: Hubbell, Eaton/Tripp Lite, STI, Fluke Networks, SureCall and Jonard Tools. Their demonstrations will cover network infrastructure and connectivity, power, testing, signal enhancement, […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced that PureLink GmbH has joined the organization as an Adopting Member. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Rheine, Germany, PureLink develops and manufactures AV connectivity and signal management products for professional AV and IT applications. The company serves customers in more than 85 countries and offers approximately 3,000 products, including solutions […]

Shelly has launched the Presence Gen4 in North America, a mmWave radar sensor designed to detect the location of up to 10 people across 10 customizable zones for home automation. Shelly said the sensor detects small movements to identify occupancy, including when people are sitting still. It can trigger automations for lighting, shades, climate control […]

i-PRO Co. Ltd. introduced its new Remote Head Camera, a compact modular camera system designed to bring edge AI to environments where conventional cameras are difficult to deploy because of space constraints, aesthetics or installation requirements. Built on the i-PRO S-Series platform, the Remote Head Camera is designed to provide the capabilities of standard i-PRO […]

One Equity Partners (OEP) has entered into an agreement to acquire Nexora, the parent company of Almo Pro AV, with the transaction expected to close by March 2027. The proposed acquisition is expected to support investments in technology, digital services and distribution operations across North America and Europe. For Almo Pro AV’s integrator customers and […]

Uniguest announced the launch of Community Hub, a digital engagement platform designed for senior living communities. The platform brings together digital signage, resident TV, mobile apps, shuttle tracking and other communication tools in one solution. Uniguest said Community Hub makes it easier for residents to discover activities, access information and participate in community life while […]

Sony Corporation announced it has been named a recipient of The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences 77th Annual Technology & Engineering Emmy Award for its contributions to Networked Media Open Specifications. The award is shared jointly with the Advanced Media Workflow Association (AMWA), the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), and Streampunk Media Ltd. (Streampunk […]

HID announced the company has joined the FIDO Alliance Board of Directors in an effort to help accelerate the shift to passwordless authentication across the enterprise. Sean Dyon, vice president of the Authentication Business Unit, will serve as the company’s primary board delegate. HID joins the Board with decades of experience across physical and digital […]

AWOL Vision announced that the AWOL LuxVision, which was first unveiled at IFA 2026, is now officially available for pre-order. Customers can reserve LuxVision to unlock exclusive Super Early Bird Benefits ahead of its official launch. The UST projector features optional; lens shift and is designed to adapt to a variety of user needs. LuxVision […]

Planar announced it is opening a new showroom in Nashville, Tennessee. The latest addition to Planar’s North America showroom network aims to provide visitors the opportunity to experience the company’s display solutions firsthand and connect with Planar representatives. The new showroom is located at Custom House in Nashville’s Berry Hill studio district and serves as […]

Rise AV officially announced it has launched its North America Regional Council. The organization said this marks an important next step in its global expansion efforts. Rise AV said that this expansion was made possible through continued support of its global partners, QSC and Neat. The council aims to unite experience professionals from across the […]

ATSC, The Broadcast Standards Association officially announced an important milestone in the development of Broadcast-to-Everything with the approval of a new Candidate Standard. The company said that this establishes a critical foundation for the emerging platform. ATSC said The Candidate Standard represents an important step toward its vision of enabling broadcast and mobile technologies to […]

Watchfire announced the appointment of Waldal as its new CEO. Waldal succeeds Steve Harriott, who is leaving the company to take a position as the CEO of a private equity-backed, commercial HVAC and plumbing services business. “Doug’s enthusiasm and experience growing organizations, implementing focused “go-to-market” strategies, and driving execution will be instrumental in advancing Watchfire’s […]

MirageVision officially introduced the next generation of display technology across its Full Sun Outdoor Family of TVs, RGB Mini-LED technology for the Platinum Series and Micro RGB technology for the Diamond Series. The company said the advancement represents what it believes to be the world’s first application of RGB Mini-LED technology in a purpose-built Full […]

Visionary Solutions announced that it has appointed Chris Floyd as Design and Support Engineer. Floyd brings 15 years of professional AV experience spanning AV/IT engineering, system design, programming, commissioning and technical support, with a background that includes both systems integration and end-user operations. Floyd’s experience spans enterprise and health care environments, where he has worked […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Roland 4K cameras and displays have become increasingly common across professional AV environments. Corporate organizations, educational institutions, houses of worship, and event venues regularly purchase equipment capable of supporting 4K production. Yet many of these organizations continue to operate primarily in HD, even when the cameras within their systems […]

Xi’an, China, October 2026 — DT51 Xi’an, a premium shopping mall and lifestyle destination, opened in China’s Yanta District in late 2025 to provide the region’s youth with an upscale retail experience. Designed to combine luxury shopping with immersive art, DT51 puts customer experience at the forefront of its identity. Xi’an DuWu WuYan Cultural Industry […]

Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture (Bradford 2025) was a year-long celebration of the city and district in which audiences in their millions attended events spotlighting Bradford’s dynamic contemporary arts and culture, encompassing dance, theater, film, music, and even food. Created specifically for the year, Loading Bay was a new pop-up arts space in a […]

Clear-Com played a critical role in the production communications infrastructure for Rock in Rio 2026, one of the world’s largest and most recognized music festivals. With multiple stages, major international and Brazilian artists, and a live broadcast operation reaching audiences around the world, Rock in Rio demands communications technology that can perform reliably at an […]

The Ballpark at America First Square is the new home of the Salt Lake Bees, the Triple-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. Opened in 2025 in South Jordan, Utah, the venue was designed to support Minor League Baseball alongside concerts, community events and other year-round programming. Building a venue capable of delivering a consistent […]