By Scarlett Woodford Futuresource Consulting As corporates continue to implement return-to-office mandates, next-generation collaboration technology will become a key component of the post-COVID office environment. A new report from Futuresource Consulting shows that corporate AV budgets were squeezed during 2022 and into 2023, and the situation was exacerbated by chipset price hikes and supply chain […]

Logitech announced that Logitech Sight, the AI-powered camera with intelligent multi-participant framing, is the first intelligent camera to be certified by Microsoft Teams as a center-of-table camera that works in tandem with the front-of-room video bars and is the first panoramic camera to be certified for use with Zoom Rooms. The company says Sight’s use […]

Appspace and Crestron are collaborating on a desk booking solution. Crestron says it will now offer its desk scheduling solutions natively integrated with Appspace software right out of the box. Once deployed, the companies say employees can reserve a desk from within the Appspace app, then check into the desk with a QR code scan […]

Extron is shipping its ZRTP Pro 1025 Series and ZRTP Pro 725 Series of 10″ and 7″ Zoom-certified touch panels. These Zoom Rooms touch panels can operate as either a Zoom Rooms controller or a Zoom Scheduling panel. As a Zoom Rooms controller, these touch panels let users manage the Zoom Rooms meeting experience. Extron […]

JVC Professional Video has released Firmware Version 3 for its KY-PZ510 and KY-PZ510N CONNECTED CAM PTZ Cameras. With this latest update, users now have access to five different settings of auto tracking, including standard, area, stage, wide area and fine adjustment options. The company says the new firmware will also make it possible for users […]

AVer Information Inc. USA announced the PTZ231 and PTZ211, the latest generation of pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras, aimed at collaboration and live events. The PTZ231, an enhanced version of the PTZ330W, features 1080p resolution and 30X optical zoom. Meanwhile, the PTZ211, based on the PTZ310W, includes 1080p resolution and 12X optical zoom. The […]

Magewell says it continues to expand and improve the capabilities of the Director Mini all-in-one production and streaming solution and Version 2.3.571 firmware for Director Mini is now available. The company say major new features include the ability to configure the USB-C port for UVC/UAC output for bringing the Director Mini output into software for […]

Shure and QSC announced hardware and software solutions that integrate with the Q-SYS cloud-manageable audio, video and control platform. The companies say this means improved compatibility, integrated control and new capabilities for users and integration partners. The existing MXA920 Ceiling Array Microphone plug-in integration has been endorsed with a Q-SYS Certified badge (developed with Q-SYS […]

Biamp’s full line of Parlé all-in-one video and audio conferencing bars are now certified for use in Microsoft Teams Rooms. The Teams Room certification ensures that the Parlé conferencing bars perform within the rigorous standards of the Microsoft Teams unified communication (UC) platform. Biamp says the Parlé family of conferencing bars includes the Parlé VBC […]

Extron announced the DTP3 T 203, a three-input twisted pair transmitter for sending USB-C video, HDMI and control up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded CAT 6A cable. The company says it includes technologies that extend video with optimal image quality. This DTP3 transmitter supports 4K@60Hz (4:4:4) signals and is HDCP 2.3 compliant. […]

Q-SYS announced the Q-SYS UC Compute Bundle for Microsoft Teams Rooms, now Certified for Microsoft Teams. With features like room automation, automatic multi-camera switching, HDMI video distribution and more, Q-SYS says it enables elevated collaboration experiences based on the needs of the space. In collaboration with Lenovo, Q-SYS delivers the UC Compute Bundle, which features […]

MAXHUB introduced the Microsoft Teams certified UC S07 All-in-One Video Soundbar with Camera. The company says the UC S07 uses voice-based speaker tracking and includes two zooming presets that provide instant setup. The system uses a six-element microphone with a voice pickup range of up to 26 feet and the microphone setup features noise reduction, […]

Angekis Technology says it partnered with NETGEAR to ensure compatibility between Angekis Saber Series IP cameras and NETGEAR’s range of AV-over-IP switches. As a NETGEAR ProAV Partner, Angekis products have been vetted by NETGEAR’s Engineering Services team through a series of tests to “guarantee the successful integration of their products with NETGEAR’s AV-over-IP switches.” Angekis […]

Extron’s new UCS 601 Pro 4K USB-C dock is now available to connect USB-C laptops to HDMI displays, supporting up to three USB devices, and ensuring data rates of up to USB 10 Gbps. The HDMI output supports resolutions up to 4K, while the USB-C input handles video/audio, USB data and even charges the user’s […]

Exertis Almo has announced next year’s scheduled visits for the E4 Experience and issued a call for presenters, too! For the first time in the E4 Experience’s 15-year history, Exertis Almo has opened the opportunity for the industry’s best and brightest thought leaders to join the E4 Experience speaker circuit by submitting an abstract focused […]

Sony Electronics is providing a free firmware update that supports 21:9 ultrawide aspect ratio. This update will transform how content is viewed in business meetings and collaboration sessions. The enhancement will be available for Sony’s existing mid-range, interchangeable lens projectors and ultra-compact, fixed lens projector series. The 21:9 Ultrawide Full HD aspect ratio at 2,560 […]

Biamp announced that its line of Parléä all-in-one video and audio conferencing bars are now Certified for Microsoft Teams. The Parléä bars now Certified for Microsoft Teams means the product is validated to work seamlessly within the rigorous standards of the Microsoft Teams unified communication (UC) platform and provide exceptional 4K video conferencing experiences in […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Yealink has announced the MVC S90, a videoconferencing system bundle for Microsoft Teams Rooms. The MVC S90 is designed to “transform a ProAV room,” no matter the room type. The MVC S90 offers AI features for a “seamless experience.” This includes a Multi-Camera Intelligence feature for the boardroom, presenter tracking […]

Extron just launched the IPL EXP PDU8L, a control system power expansion interface that provides centralized 12V DC power management, monitoring and temperature sensing. It delivers 60 watts across eight individually controllable outputs. The IPL EXP PDU8L is Ethernet enabled and features the ability to monitor power consumption while providing a temperature port and thermistor […]

Audio-Technica introduced the ES964 boundary array microphone, the latest addition to the brand’s line of Engineered Sound solutions. The table-top ES964 — developed for companies that are concerned about audio quality for small-group online conferences and considering installation or expansion of shared or permanent conference spaces — provides clear audio for multi-person video conference environments, […]

Nureva announced that the HDL410, part of its pro series of audio conferencing systems, has “completed the rigorous certification process for Microsoft Teams.” Meeting the high standards of one of the world’s most popular collaboration platforms, the HDL410 becomes the first microphone and speaker bar solution certified for extra-large Microsoft Teams Rooms. It joins the […]

As the year comes to a close, we want to know your thoughts on how ProAV has changed throughout 2023. You can check out the results of last month’s rAVe Temperature Check here. This month’s survey is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for this month’s results and for next month’s survey! 

It’s official—registration is now open for LAVNCH WEEK 9, the industry’s flagship virtual event for ProAV, UCC, digital signage and EdTech practitioners! The event will take place on the LAVNCH platform March 18-24, 2024. “We’re thrilled to be returning with what will be another successful LAVNCH WEEK,” said Gary Kayye, founder of rAVe [PUBS] and LAVNCH WEEK 9 […]

Rewind 10 years ago, and the stack of hardware in a basic conference room included a display, an audiovisual matrix switcher, an audio amplifier, a control processor, a DSP, a hardware based codec, a PTZ camera, ceiling or table microphones, wall or ceiling speakers, and a proprietary touch panel. All that was held together with […]

Sharp Business Systems (SBS), the business-to-business sales division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, has showrooms across the U.S. designed to show current and potential customers how to elevate the work experience and build smart offices that address the needs of the modern hybrid workforce. The stars of these showrooms are Sharp and NEC displays demonstrated in […]

As the year comes to a close, the rAVe [PUBS] team is excited to present 2023 ProAV Wrapped, a LAVNCH & LEARN covering all facets of the industry. Led by Megan A. Dutta, a panel of experts — including Xzavia Killikelly, CTS, Peerless-AV’s Kevin McDonald and Southtown AV’s Heather Sidorowicz — will discuss ProAV trends, […]

22Miles just announced AI customization services that updated the 22Miles Content Manager with AI that replaces the need for searching and scrolling and, instead uses a custom-trained, secure digital assistant who can ask follow-up questions, cross-reference sources and give expert responses. 22Miles debuts three new AI tools in its latest content management system (CMS) release, […]

Nureva announced that TAA-compliant versions in its pro series — the Nureva HDL310 and HDL410 systems — are now available. TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance is an increasingly important requirement for customers at all levels of government, education and other sectors that require cybersecurity solutions wholly made in the United States, Canada and other trusted […]

Extron just entered a new audio category with its CA 163, a unique column-array speaker designed to combine speech intelligibility, a contemporary aesthetic and integration-friendly mounting options. I’ve had the chance to already play around with, and use, this speaker and it’s a creative option to simplify speaker installs in rooms like auditoriums, large classrooms […]

Crestron announced new features to improve the framing for the Automate VX voice-activated speaker-tracking solution. The company says one of the big challenges for organizations is delivering an equitable experience for the in-office participants engaging with remote users. Recently certified as a Microsoft Teams Room Device for large and extra-large rooms, Automate VX solves equitable […]

HP | Poly announced the Poly Lens App for Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows as well as the Poly Studio Base Room Kits for Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows. The Poly Lens Room App for Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows is a software solution designed to streamline device management for Microsoft Teams Rooms. Offering management […]

Q-SYS just launched the first Certified for Microsoft Teams solution for Microsoft Teams Rooms that supports spatial audio. This solution includes any Teams-certified Q-SYS Core processor, SPA Series amplifiers, AcousticDesign Series surface mount loudspeakers and the Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC2) beamforming microphone array. By adopting this solution, Q-SYS says organizations can enjoy “crystal-clear spatial […]