PPDS Launches Philips Professional Soundbar With Built-In Subwoofer

PPDS launched the Philips Professional Soundbar to bring cinematic audio experiences to hotel rooms with Philips MediaSuite TVs, making PPDS a video and audio company. The new Philips Professional Soundbar has a built-in subwoofer designed and configured to match Philips MediaSuite TVs. Dubbed the HAL5023, it has a trapezoid design (W70 x D12 x H7cm) […]

PPDS Launches Philips Professional Soundbar With Built-In Subwoofer

AMX is Back in the Control System Business with MUSE Control Family

AMX hinted it was back in the control system business last November with the debut of its Varia touch screens. Today, it announced the AMX MUSE, calling it “automation controllers.” AMX says the MUSE can simultaneously process unlimited scripts written in JavaScript, Python or Groovy and natively support so-called low-code development with Node-RED. AMX says […]

AMX is Back in the Control System Business with MUSE Control Family

Extron Enters UCC Space With New UCS 303

Extron just launched the UCS 303, a collaboration and presentation switcher designed for UCC spaces. Three inputs support the connection of USB, HDMI and DisplayPort sources, while five USB device ports connect to peripherals such as USB cameras and microphones. The USB-C input provides video/audio, USB, and 60W of power to charge a user’s laptop […]

Extron Enters UCC Space With New UCS 303

Epson PowerLite 815E Lamp-Free Extreme Short-Throw Projector Now Shipping

Epson announced the new PowerLite 815E is shipping. On the heels of the PowerLite 810E launch, the new projector adds a black chassis option to Epson’s new lamp-free extreme short-throw laser display lineup with 4K Enhancement Technology. PowerLite 815E features built-in wired/wireless networking and 3-Chip 3LCD with 4K Enhancement technology and 5,000 lumens of color […]

Epson PowerLite 815E Lamp-Free Extreme Short-Throw Projector Now Shipping

Aura the ‘World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot’ Will Permanently Reside in the Las Vegas Sphere

Today, Aura the Robot, claiming to be the world’s most advanced humanoid robot, announced that she will permanently reside in the grand atrium of Sphere in Las Vegas. As the venue’s “spokesbot,” Aura will interact with guests at the venue and serve as an “integral part of The Sphere Experience featuring Darren Aronofsky’s Postcard from […]

Aura the ‘World’s Most Advanced Humanoid Robot’ Will Permanently Reside in the Las Vegas Sphere

PlexusAV Will Be First IPMX AV-over-IP System to Include NDI

PlexusAV announces the AVN Series features built-in NDI functionalities. The AVN Series, including the IPMX Transceiver (P-AVN4), Plexus Visual Array Appliance (P-AVN-VSA) and Plexus Gateway (P-AVN-GTW), integrates NDI technology to expand compatibility with thousands of video solutions. NDI is an audio and video networking protocol for IP transmission and live production. PlexusAV’s NDI-enabled devices create […]

PlexusAV Will Be First IPMX AV-over-IP System to Include NDI

Christie HS Series Projectors Illuminate Cathedral of San Marcos in Mexico

Christie HS Series projectors are illuminating one of the most emblematic buildings in Chiapas Mexico, the façade of the Cathedral of San Marcos. Organized by the City of Tuxtla Gutierrez with the Municipal Tourism Bureau, the show was managed by Puntos Audiovisuales, a rental and staging company. The projection seeks to highlight the culture, music […]

Christie HS Series Projectors Illuminate Cathedral of San Marcos in Mexico

Third-Party Control Systems Can Now Control Extron’s NAV Pro AV-over-IP Platform

Extron announced that third-party control systems can now control the NAV Pro AV-over-IP platform. This free NAVigator LinkLicense for Third-Party Control enables a Secure Shell (SSH) interface that permits SIS commands from third-party control systems to make and break NAV streaming connections and various other system functions. The NAVigator System Manager is required and acts […]

Third-Party Control Systems Can Now Control Extron’s NAV Pro AV-over-IP Platform

Newsbridge Reveals New Language Enhancements for MXT-1 Generative AI Indexing Technology

Newsbridge announced new language enhancements for MXT-1, the company’s multimodal and generative AI indexing technology. Newsbridge says its core AI indexing tech uses natural language models to generate human-like descriptions of video content, with the power to index more than 500 hours of video per minute. Newsbridge claims the MXT-1 is now able to describe […]

Newsbridge Reveals New Language Enhancements for MXT-1 Generative AI Indexing Technology

Harmonic Releases Software Spectrum X Media Server

Harmonic announced an addition to its Spectrum family of media servers. Software Spectrum X is a software-only media server that delivers what the company calls “broadcast quality and mission-critical reliability” from a 1RU COTS server that aligns with Harmonic’s Spectrum MediaPort 7000 real-time I/O module’s footprint. Software Spectrum X is in a compact footprint that […]

Harmonic Releases Software Spectrum X Media Server

Sony Electronics Debuts New Remote Production Unit, Software Switcher

Sony Electronics just debuted two new products: a remote production unit, CBK-RPU7, for high-quality video transport over 5G networks and a software switcher, M2L-X, for use in on-premises and cloud environments. In addition, Sony is providing updates to existing products in its Networked Live portfolio. The NXL-ME80 Media Edge Processor, featuring Sony’s HEVC ultra-low latency […]

Sony Electronics Debuts New Remote Production Unit, Software Switcher

Nureva’s HDL310, HDL410 Audio Conferencing Systems Now Certified for Barco ClickShare Wireless Presentation and Conferencing Devices

Nureva announced that its HDL310 and HDL410 audio conferencing systems are now certified for Barco ClickShare CX-20, CX-30 and CX-50 Gen 2 wireless presentation and conferencing devices. Nureva says this certification simplifies ProAV performance to larger Barco BYOM (bring your own meeting) spaces. By combining Nureva’s USB-based plug-and-play audio systems with Barco’s ClickShare solutions, Nureva […]

Nureva’s HDL310, HDL410 Audio Conferencing Systems Now Certified for Barco ClickShare Wireless Presentation and Conferencing Devices

Sennheiser To Introduce EW-DP SKP Plug-On Transmitter in October

At the end of October, the Sennheiser EW-DP SKP plug-on transmitter will complete the EW-DP series for videographers, broadcasters, and filmmakers. On board: 32-bit float recording, combined with the series’ 134 dB dynamic range of the transmitter, ensures distorted audio is fixed. The recording function of the EW-DP SKP plug-on transmitter is like a safety […]

Sennheiser To Introduce EW-DP SKP Plug-On Transmitter in October

Merging Technologies, Sennheiser Create New Solution Based on Anubis Interface

Merging Technologies has joined forces with Sennheiser’s business communication experts to create a “flexible and cost-effective” interpretation solution based on their Anubis interface. The companies say you can connect your Sennheiser headsets (mic/headphone combos) and your interpretation desk is ready and the Merging Technologies Hapi Mk II serves as the connection point to the console, […]

Merging Technologies, Sennheiser Create New Solution Based on Anubis Interface

Sony Debuts Burano Camera Specially Designed for Single-Camera Operators, Small Crews

Sony just debuted the BURANO camera as part of the CineAlta lineup — the company’s top line of digital cinema cameras. The new BURANO features a sensor that matches the color science of the VENICE 2 and is specially designed for single-camera operators and small crews. This camera combines “exceptional” image quality with high mobility […]

Sony Debuts Burano Camera Specially Designed for Single-Camera Operators, Small Crews

Now That Leyard Has DCI-Compliant MicroLED, Could Planar Be Next?

Last week, Leyard announced a DCI-certified MicroLED 0.9mm pixel pitch cinema screen (3.8m×2m) and became the “first DCI-certified microLED product.” DCI (Digital Cinema Initiatives) organization is the current international digital cinema system certification standard. Digital film systems or products without DCI certification can’t be applied or promoted in the cinema market. In Oct. 2022, Leyard’s […]

Now That Leyard Has DCI-Compliant MicroLED, Could Planar Be Next?

Atlona Debuts Next Generation of AT-HDR-SW HDMI and Matrix Switchers

Atlona has debuted its next generation of AT-HDR-SW Series of HDMI switchers and matrix switchers. Available immediately, the three new matrix switchers are spec’d to deliver 4K/UHD video @ 60hz (4:4:4), as well as HDMI data rates up to 18gbps and support for high dynamic range (HDR) formats. All models offer a compact design for […]

Atlona Debuts Next Generation of AT-HDR-SW HDMI and Matrix Switchers

Visix to Debut Choros AR Space-Booking Platform

Visix has completed the development of its Choros AR space booking platform, and the finished product will debut next week. The McKinsey State of Organizations 2023 report states that about 90% of organizations have embraced hybrid work models to let employees work outside the office at least some of the time. This has led to […]

Visix to Debut Choros AR Space-Booking Platform

Amazon Web Services’ Elemental Link UHD Now Supports Elemental MediaConnect

Today, Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced that AWS Elemental Link UHD now supports AWS Elemental MediaConnect. Combining Link UHD with MediaConnect is a way to create “live video workflows in the cloud, saving time and resources compared to traditional on-premises, satellite or fiber infrastructure.” Customers have more flexibility in processing live video and can add […]

Amazon Web Services’ Elemental Link UHD Now Supports Elemental MediaConnect

Audinate Releases Dante Connect Audio Transport Solution for Cloud-Based Workflows

Audinate announced that Dante Connect, the audio transport solution for cloud-based workflows, is now shipping. Dante Connect is designed to meet the needs of Tier-1 broadcasters and enables mixing editors and A1s to support remote audio production workflows. The complete remote production of audio is enabled by Dante Connect — including the transmission of audio […]

Audinate Releases Dante Connect Audio Transport Solution for Cloud-Based Workflows

Crestron Electronics Announces Progress Toward FedRAMP Authorization for Crestron XiO Cloud Platform

Crestron Electronics announced progress toward a Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization for the Crestron XiO Cloud platform. FedRAMP is a government-wide program that promotes the adoption of secure modern cloud services, emphasizing the security and protection of federal information. The process is completed through a standardized evaluation that includes an assessment to […]

Crestron Electronics Announces Progress Toward FedRAMP Authorization for Crestron XiO Cloud Platform

New Extron PlenumVault Direct View System Aimed at Education Spaces

Extron just introduced the new PlenumVault Direct View System, designed to make the most of flat panel displays in educational spaces. Whether your classroom is used for in-person, hybrid or remote learning, PlenumVault Direct View provides students and instructors with an intuitive user interface and audio and video quality that create a great educational experience. […]

New Extron PlenumVault Direct View System Aimed at Education Spaces

Jabra Now Shipping PanaCast 50 Video Bar System

Jabra is shipping its PanaCast 50 Video Bar System leveraging the new Microsoft device ecosystem platform, as announced on the Microsoft site here. Microsoft collaborated with Jabra to optimize the platform to leverage Microsoft Teams Rooms for Android as the first industry market solution. The Microsoft device ecosystem platform brings together the best of Microsoft […]

Jabra Now Shipping PanaCast 50 Video Bar System

Avidex Adds Jeff Davis as CEO

Avidex announced that Jeff Davis has been appointed to CEO, following Gary Kolbeck’s departure. “We are incredibly grateful to Gary for the passion and humility he exemplified as CEO over the past four years,” said Davis. “During that time, he played a pivotal role in the integration of three separate companies and unification under the Avidex […]

Avidex Adds Jeff Davis as CEO

Invenda Group AG, Quividi Partner to Deliver Audience Impressions to Invenda Network of Vending Machines

Invenda Group AG and Quividi announced a partnership to deliver audience impressions to Invenda’s entire network of vending machines. Invenda’s “Internet of Retail” technology powers smart vending machines featuring screens up to 49 inches that can be leveraged to drive incremental advertising revenues. The screen space is sold through programmatic platforms and partner media brokers. […]

Invenda Group AG, Quividi Partner to Deliver Audience Impressions to Invenda Network of Vending Machines

Key Digital Adds Second-Generation KD-Pro4x1X-2 HDMI Switcher

Key Digital has launched the second-generation KD-Pro4x1X-2: a 4×1 UHD/4K/18G HDMI switcher with 4×1 auto switching, audio de-embedding and a plethora of control options. In addition to auto-switching that, when enabled, automatically selects a newly detected source or switches away from a newly disconnected source, the KD-Pro4x1X-2 offers a front-panel button, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP and […]

Key Digital Adds Second-Generation KD-Pro4x1X-2 HDMI Switcher

Registration Opens for LAVNCH WEEK 8

Registration is officially open for LAVNCH WEEK 8, the ProAV industry’s flagship virtual event; the four-day event will be held October 23-26, 2023. Each of the four days will focus on a particular segment of the industry and will feature multiple panels discussing the latest technology and trends for that segment. Monday is UCC Day, […]

Registration Opens for LAVNCH WEEK 8

Linxura Announces Smart Controller at CEDIA Expo 2023

Linxura announced the Linxura Smart Controller at CEDIA Expo this week. Linxura says the Linxura Smart Controller is a portable smart home controller that allows for control of smart home devices without needing additional hubs or multiple apps. Linxura communicates directly with devices and can also work through Amazon Alexa and IFTTT with the Matter […]

Linxura Announces Smart Controller at CEDIA Expo 2023

Savant Releases Smart Power Distribution Units and Smart Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Savant is introducing a new family of power products that includes Smart Power Distribution Units (PDU) and Smart Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS). Savant claims Smart PDUs enable integrators to not only control connected devices, monitor device health and remotely reboot as required, but also to view real-time and historical energy consumption trends. Savant’s Smart PDUs […]

Savant Releases Smart Power Distribution Units and Smart Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Alfalite Introduces Modularpix Pro VP XR LED Panels

Alfalite announced its Modularpix Pro VP XR LED panels for in-house corporate and educational virtual production environments are all shipping. Alfalite says its Modularpix Pro VP XR panels feature 1.5mm and 1.9-mm pixel pitches with cd/m2 brightness > 1,900 nits, 7.680Hz and a color gamut of 86.22% over REC.2020, HDR10+, 240Hz, and claim the lowest […]

Alfalite Introduces Modularpix Pro VP XR LED Panels

82% of Europeans Want Improvements in the Workplace (aka: Better Tech)

Research published by Sony Professional Displays and Solutions Europe paints a clear picture of new working habits and preferences from the perspective of both employees and businesses. The report reveals that 41% of UK office workers still prefer to work in an office, and across Europe, this trend is even more pronounced, with over half […]

82% of Europeans Want Improvements in the Workplace (aka: Better Tech)

Marshall Electronics Now Shipping V-702W-12G Broadcast Monitor

Marshall Electronics announced that its V-702W-12G professional broadcast monitor is now shipping. The V-702W-12G is a dual 7″ LCD professional broadcast monitor with a economical solution perfect for fly-packs, control rooms, routing rooms and other video system applications. The V-702W-12G adds multiple analysis functions including Waveform Monitor, Vectorscope, Audio Phase, HDR modes, S-Log conversions and […]

Marshall Electronics Now Shipping V-702W-12G Broadcast Monitor