To those of you reading this, Happy Earth Day (April 22). Every year, Earth Day reminds us to take care of the planet. After all, how long have the terms “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” been drilled into our brains? If you’re like me, you make sustainable choices as long as they don’t inconvenience you at all. […]

Duke Kunshan University, a world-class university that brings together the best educational resources from around the world, has a team of faculty members located all over the world and has high quality requirements for blended smart education. Duke Kunshan University has installed 116 Sennheiser TCC 2 Ceiling Array Microphones in 50 classrooms and various other […]

Lightware Visual Engineering says its Taurus Switcher solutions can be integrated with Microsoft Teams Rooms on Windows to make BYOD solutions; sort of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) functionality and room control capabilities for Teams meeting spaces. The solution augments the Microsoft Teams Rooms experience by allowing users to integrate their personal laptops with the […]

Editor’s Note: Welcome to the first edition of Sound Wave Spotlight where the rAVe [PUBS] team will explore the state of the audio industry with manufacturing executives. Name: Helga Somava Title: Product Management Director Company: DPA Microphones rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do at DPA. HELGA SOMAVA: […]

Catchbox just launched a Q-SYS-certified plug-in for Catchbox Plus Pro. This plug-in enables software and hardware technology partners to create market-ready solutions that integrate with Q-SYS, a cloud-manageable audio, video and control Platform. AV integrators and IT Professionals can now obtain and install the Catchbox Control Plug-in directly through the Q-SYS Designer Asset Manager within […]

A system integrator’s success comes from identifying the right growth markets, and CCS Presentation Systems is doubling down on Esports. The Mesa, AZ-based integrator, with more than 30 years’ experience, is building an Esports demo room in its newly built U.S. headquarters outfitted with all the technology a modern gaming production needs, including Sony’s point-of-view […]

Voting is now OPEN for the 2024 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards. These are the awards we give out every year, and are chosen completely by you, our readers! We have now counted up your nominations from each of the categories and we are left with the options below! Here are the rest of the key […]

It’s not an exaggeration to say that Nashville’s Lower Broadway is legendary for its nightlife. The city’s short stretch of only a few blocks is home to dozens of nightclubs and pubs, most with multiple stages and musical acts to fuel even the most voracious pub crawlers. It takes a very special kind of establishment […]

Women in AV/IT (WAVIT) will be the recipient of fundraising efforts in the Northeast Regional Service Provider Softball Tournament on May 18, at Eisenhower Park on Long Island. According to the organization, this event not only promises a day of friendly competition between the teams from Digital Labor Solutions, Exertis Almo, Atlantis Partners but also […]

AVI Systems announced the launch of its new Velocity Logistics Center (VLC) in Flower Mound, Texas, expanding on the company’s Velocity brand. The VLC is part of AVI’s new 40,000-square-foot Customer Experience Center to be completed this summer. The Velocity Logistics Center streamlines the entire ordering and deployment process, offering a factory-like approach to assembly, […]

Shure and Neat announced an alliance to deliver an enhanced meeting experience in large and acoustically challenging spaces. By joining forces, Shure and Neat ensure seamless integration between Neat Bar Pro, a video meeting bar from Neat, and multiple Shure Microflex Ecosystem Solutions, providing audio and video in complex workspaces. For large boardrooms or spaces […]

In the summer of 2023, a Chinese hacking group tracked as Storm-0558 compromised Microsoft’s cloud, eventually leading to the breach of hundreds of thousands of emails, including those email accounts of U.S. government officials in charge of managing our relationship with China (Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, United States Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China […]

Guests at more than 60 IHG Hotels & Resorts properties across North America can use AirPlay to stream content privately and securely from their iPhone or iPad directly to their in-room big-screen smart hotel TVs by LG Electronics. Guests can connect to the compatible LG hotel TV and the hotel’s Wi-Fi network by scanning an […]

A new study conducted by researchers at TorGuard, an online protection company, has revealed the states most at risk of internet crime — and Alaska ranks #1. The TorGuard team analyzed data from the recently updated FBI Internet Crime Report to produce a list of the states most at risk of a cyberattack. The research […]

PPDS announced the Philips Cast Server, a dedicated hotel TV solution designed to deliver seamless and secure casting and app streaming experiences for hoteliers and their guests. The new all-in-one Philips Cast Server has Chromecast built-in and PPDS says it was developed with feedback from customers, hotel managers and guests. PPDS says the single unit […]

Sony Electronics now has a new 98-inch version of its BRAVIA pro line dubbed the BZ53L aimed at corporate, education, and retail applications, the display incorporates Sony’s innovative Deep Black Non-Glare Coating technology as well as additional features. Sony says the 98-inch model complements the company’s existing Deep Black Non-Glare options which include 55-inch, 65-inch, […]

AVer Information announced the TR315 and TR335, a pair of professional-grade pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) cameras featuring AI auto-tracking. From corporate meetings and educational seminars to live performances and worship services, the TR315 and TR335 claim to deliver exceptional performance in any setting. AVer’s TR315 boasts a 12X optical zoom lens with 4K 60 […]

Extron announced its expanded line of VoiceLift Pro wireless microphone system packages are now shipping, enabling educators to meet the needs of today’s teaching styles and instructional spaces. These complete audio reinforcement packages are simple to purchase and integrate, and intuitive for anyone to use. Capabilities are enhanced with sophisticated mixing and digital signal processing […]

Brompton Technology unveiled its new 8K Tessera SQ200 LED video processor, the first product in the company’s new third-generation range. The SQ200 follows in the footsteps of Brompton’s multi-award-winning Tessera SX40, delivering the same core feature-set and full backward-compatibility with existing Brompton-powered LED panels as well as existing XD data distribution units, but now supporting […]

Trinnov Audio announced the launch of the WaveForming design tool. Designed for audio professionals, this online tool “simplifies the process of specifying room layouts that are scientifically sound and tailored to deliver the exceptional WaveForming audio experience,” according to the company. WaveForming claims to offer a solution to the most challenging aspect of home cinema: […]

Screen Innovations announced the new SI CarbonBlack Mesh Holographic Screens for Interactive 3D realism, depth, and visual “magic.” CarbonBlack Holographic is two-sided allowing users to simultaneously observe the same holographic projection (on both sides) with a similar or identical 3D experience. CarbonBlack works with all Projector Lens options: Ultra-short throw, standard throw, Native 4K and […]

E Ink announced it is collaborating with ecosystem partners Realtek Semiconductor (Realtek), Integrated Solutions Technology (IST), and Chipbond Technology Corporation (Chipbond) to develop the System on Panel (SoP) architecture. This technology will be integrated into the next-generation electronic shelf label (ESL) jointly developed with the system integrator, SOLUM. In order to simplify the material structure […]

Lightware Visual Engineering today shared an update on the immersive experiences using its solutions worldwide. From the Lightroom Exhibition in London, U.K., and 360-degree projection installation at Gwalior Fort in India to the immersive Mirror Mirror Art Experience in Adelaide, South Australia, the live event and rental/staging markets rely on Lightware to deliver the ultimate […]

Way back in my high school social studies class, we had a number of lessons that hammered home one of the key reasons for being in school. It was something like, “Learn from the past so we don’t make the same mistakes.” I’m not quite sure when the history repeats itself stuff stopped being taught […]

Panasonic Connect will supply AV solutions, including professional displays, broadcast production equipment and projection systems, for the 2024 Olympic Games in France from July 26 to Aug.11, and the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games from Aug. 28 to Sept. 8. As a Worldwide Olympic Partner, Worldwide Paralympic Partner and charter member of The Olympic Partner (TOP) […]

Atomos announced Ninja Phone, a 10-bit video co-processor for smartphones and tablets that lets consumers record from professional HDMI cameras. The company says the first release of Ninja Phone is designed for iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max and its OLED display. Atomos says the  Ninja Phone encodes the camera’s HDMI signal to […]

Audio-Technica debuted the AT2040USB Hypercardioid Dynamic USB Microphone — a recent addition to A-T’s comprehensive lineup of 20 Series content creation products. The AT2040USB microphone combines the broadcast-quality performance of the AT2040 dynamic microphone with plug-and-play USB Type-C functionality, making it easy for podcasters, streamers and other content creators to achieve professional results, according to […]

Atomos announced Sun Dragon, 99% sun spectrum-accurate (CRI:99, TCLI:98), 5-color HDR LED production lights in LED strip form. Maintaining 2000 lumens end to end, the company says the 16ft (5m) high-density lighting system comes with wired DMX and ethernet and wireless RF, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for control and configuration. With Sun Dragon, Atomos says […]

Solid State Logic announced the System T S400 console, a control solution for SSL’s System T production platform. The S400 delivers control for live-to-air broadcast applications in a compact and cost-effective format. ​The new S400 console represents the latest control surface offering for SSL’s next-gen IP-native broadcast production platform, System T.  Available in stand-alone frames […]

Audio-Technica introduced the AT2020USB-XP Cardioid Condenser USB Microphone — a recent addition to A-T’s comprehensive lineup of 20 Series content creation products. According to the company, competitive features and studio-quality sound have become the calling card of the 20 Series, and the AT2020USB-XP is no exception, delivering “ideal performance” for streamers, podcasters and other content […]

Audio-Technica announced its new Broadcast Audio Rental Program, offering access to the premium microphone models that professionals trust to capture audio for their production. With the new Broadcast Audio Rental Program, users in all 50 states can rent select A-T’s shotgun and handheld mics, as well as select studio and headset products, for location and […]

InfoComm and AVI Systems have teamed up again to present InfoComm Esports Live 2.0 at the show this June 12-14 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees will experience esports in action all three days with a Gaming Stage featuring live match play competitions; esports expert presenters and tech at the Coaches’ Stage; play-by-play, interviews […]