Computer Comforts, Inc. (CCI) adds a new feature to its family of lecterns dubbed the COOL-IT Air Flow System. This system was designed in collaboration with the AV Engineers at UNC Chapel Hill. We were told by the university that heat and dust were the two biggest enemies of any AV installation,” said Frank Kolavo, […]

The new Tower LF44 joins 1 SOUND’s Tower Series speaker offerings. The LF44 is a low-frequency column array loudspeaker meant to perform with the Tower LCC44 or LCC84 as a low-frequency extension. The LF44 is the same construction and look as the LCC44; therefore, all the LCC44 accessories apply to the LF44. It can be deployed […]

AtlasIED will demo its IPX series of endpoints integrated with Singlewire’s InformaCast this week. The AtlasIED IPX Series is an IP-based family of endpoints, including built-in loudspeakers, microphones and displays, that provide audio communications and visual text across corporate and educational institutions, industrial facilities and other large spaces. The IPX series integrates with a building’s […]

Ever since the rise in popularity of Chat GPT, AI has captured the imagination of the entire world. This sudden burst in popularity has helped the AI market overall as various tech giants have sped up their efforts on the technology. According to the numbers available on Statista.com, the Artificial Intelligence market is set to grow […]

Astera has a growing portfolio of live events and production lighting solutions, which includes not only its core range of lights but a selection of add-on accessories that maximize the creative potential of the range as a whole. Complimenting the established selection of LED products, LED bars and Tube lights — including the Helion, Titan […]

NDI has become the industry standard for IP production delivery, offering a cost-effective alternative to SMPTE 2110. Now, for anyone with a Ninja V or V+ fitted with an ATOMOS CONNECT, or a Shogun CONNECT, Atomos enables mobile (WiFi) or Ethernet NDI connectivity for a vast range of cameras, with built-in live monitoring and recording. […]

The University of North Carolina Hussman School of Journalism and Media opened the Curtis Media Center to students in the summer of 2022. The 13,000-square-foot building features a high-tech broadcast studio and control room, a podcast studio, a makerspace and two divisible classrooms equipped for HyFlex learning. Curtis Media Center will educate current and future […]

Primacoustic announced the launch of its new EcoScapes sound absorption panels. EcoScapes is a line of eco-friendly wall and ceiling panels ideally suited for improving acoustics in public areas such as offices, bars, restaurants, schools, or commercial spaces. The panels are made from PET, an environmentally friendly, fully recyclable material containing up to 50% recycled […]

Nureva just announced the HDL310 system, the newest addition to Nureva’s next-generation audio conferencing systems. The HDL310 simplifies the task of getting great audio in spaces up to 30-foot by 30-foot (9.1-meter by 9.1-meter) and offers 44% more coverage area than its flagship HDL300 system. This is made possible by the next generation of Nureva’s […]

Today, disguise announced the launch of EX 3 — a 4K video playback solution designed specifically for location-based experiences and fixed installations. Whether it’s for an art show, entertainment venue or office lobby, EX 3 unlocks the full scalability of the disguise platform, which has powered more than 600 immersive experiences in more than 50 […]

AX Center is a dedicated Thunderbolt modular audio interface with dual Mic and Instrument inputs, dual Headphones and Monitors outputs, built-in PRO|MON monitors control with speaker EQ and two slots for DAD expansion cards. It comes with 256 Thunderbolt 3 channels, 256 Dante I/O channels, up to 192 MADI I/O channels and 16 ADAT channels, […]

Avocor introduced the expansion of Avocor’s Alliances organization which aims to strengthen the alignment between the company, its solutions and the UCC ecosystems where its interactive collaboration products and partners can thrive. Since its founding in 2016, Avocor has grown quickly to become a major player in the UCC marketplace. The company’s approach to working […]

Poly, an HP company, and NuCurrent announced a partnership that is powering the next generation of devices delivering virtual meeting equity for remote, hybrid and on-site office workers alike. One of the largest challenges of hybrid work is staying connected to people and devices while working in various locations throughout the day, from home, the […]

The Studio X family of Android-based video bars is now certified for Google Meet. The entire family of Poly Studio X devices is now certified under the Works with Google Meet program, which guarantees compatibility of video conferencing devices and peripherals with Google Meet. The Poly Studio X family of video bars, paired with the […]

Carousel Digital Signage is helping partnering Minnesota higher ed institutions strengthen and unify communications across both campuses by transitioning their legacy digital signage network to the cloud. The transition simplifies IT operations and content management across two distinct learning environments while also establishing a foundation to attract more content creators and network contributors. Located just […]

Today Zoom Video Communications announced the expansion of Zoom IQ, a companion that summarizes chat threads, organizes ideas, drafts content for chats, emails and whiteboard sessions, creates meeting agendas and more. The company also announced it will use OpenAI to bolster its unique federated approach to AI based on flexibility. Zoom’s federated approach to AI leverages its proprietary […]

Contemporary Research launched the LA-B18 Light Alert Bar — a device that uses light to generate color-coded alerts that act as a means of communication within a facility. The LA-B18 is designed for any location where visual signaling is desired, and applications can include health care, first responder, ADA support, education facilities, houses of worship, […]

Shure has promoted Jamie Griffin to senior vice president of its operations division. Griffin joined Shure in 2016, following six years as director of operations at Lenovo. Since joining Shure, he has “effectively led the company’s global manufacturing and distribution functions and worked to establish a supply chain that aims to get products in the […]

DPA Microphones just unveiled its new compact 2012 Cardioid and 2015 Wide Cardioid Microphones. Featuring a reinforced construction to withstand the rigors of touring, the new mics join the brand’s line of pencil mics and offer DPA’s renowned natural and precise sound reproduction. The 2012 Compact Cardioid Microphone acts as a “reliable, all-around, generalist pencil […]

Northrim Bank (NASDAQ: NRIM) is the only publicly-traded, publicly-held company based in Alaska. Founded in 1990, Northrim has matured from a small community bank with 21 employees, one branch and $8 million in assets to an engaged community leader with over 450 employees, $2.5 billion in assets, branches from Nome to Ketchikan and mortgage lending […]

TASCAM debuts the SB-16D 16-in/16-out Dante Enabled Stage Box. The TASCAM SB-16D stage box offers all the advantages of Dante networking, combined with seamless integration with the new TASCAM Sonicview Digital Recording and Mixing Consoles. Controllable using the TASCAM IO Control app or via the new Sonicview consoles, the SB-16D can be used as a […]

Boom Collaboration will use AV distributor S-Pro to supply its portfolio to Finland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Boom Collaboration was born in 2020 by founders Fredrik Hörnkvist and Holli Hulett, who explained: “S-Pro is a very well-respected AV and video security distributor across a key sales region. It provides us with the perfect platform to […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced Beijing Huayi Chuangxin has joined the SDVoE Alliance as an adopting member. Established in 2003, Beijing Huayi Chuangxin Info. Tech. Co., Ltd. leads research and development, product supply and professional system integration for stadium events. Huayi Chuangxin’s focus on research and development helps to uncover the unique needs and pain points […]

Vistar Media and Broadsign announce a mutual integration to their respective mediation layers. Enabling an open, fair-play auction regardless of which firm’s mediation layer is used, the collaboration lowers the operational burden for media owners while facilitating easier advertiser access to OOH inventory. For media owners using or planning to use both companies’ SSPs, the […]

Sony introduces two mobile demonstration units that will tour over 60 locations in 17 countries across Europe, displaying technologies from Sony’s Professional Displays and Solutions business. The tour will bring Sony closer to its customers and provide a more personalized, hands-on experience for visitors. The two units making their way across Europe this spring will […]

I may be hosting solo, but I’m not all alone! This week, I am joined by Brian Rhatigan from Exertis Almo, as rAVe [TV]’s special guest. We discussed his recent article, “5 Factors for Considering a New Projector,” for rAVe [PUBS], and then I gave a run-down of the latest news in the AV industry. […]

Marshall Electronics is adding NDI codecs to four new camera models. The CV570/CV574 Miniature Cameras and CV370/CV374 Compact Cameras all feature low latency NDI|HX3 streaming and standard IP (HEVC) encoding with SRT while also offering an HDMI simultaneous output for traditional workflows. The CV570-ND3 miniature and CV370-ND3 compact NDI|HX3 cameras contain a new Sony HD […]

Wisycom just announced its MTK982 dual-wideband stereo IEM/IFB transmitter. With quality audio and low spurious emission, the MTK982 can generate multiple types of RF modulations, making it ideal for various live event productions. The MTK982 features the widest switching bandwidth available among any in-ear monitor system (up to 300 MHz), enabling users to find the […]

Pop the champagne! Gary and Steph have been recording rAVe [TV] for 100 episodes. And to celebrate, they hosted this special episode during LAVNCH WEEK 7! From Telecine and YCD Multimedia’s “RAMP UP!” to Lenovo’s ThinkSmart View Plus MS Teams, we have plenty to cover this episode. Here’s to 100 more! 

Edge, formerly USAV Group and a division of the PSA Network, announced Sharp NEC as the 2023 Elite Plus partner sponsor. Edge partners are industry-leading organizations that have demonstrated their commitment to supporting AV integrators and the industry. Each year, partners have the opportunity to sponsor Edge and receive strategic business, marketing, education and networking […]

ViewSonic Corp is launching a range of education technology (EdTech) solutions the week, including a 5K resolution 105-inch ViewBoard IFP105S 21:9 aspect ratio interactive display. In addition, it’s debuting software add-ons to the board via the myViewBoard software suite and something called UNIVERSE by ViewSonic — a 3D virtual campus for online learning. Here’s a […]

Snap One is set to demonstrate a range of new and existing products for partners at ISC West 2023 in Booth 26089. “Snap One is happy to return to ISC West and the team is excited to meet with our partners in-person to demonstrate the latest in smart home security control, networking, surveillance, and audio […]