CTI has acquired Advanced Systems Integration (ASI) of Burnsville, Minnesota. ASI will become CTI’s first office in the state. CTI serves customers nationwide, with locations spread from Minnesota to Texas, New Jersey to California, and worldwide as a member of the PSNI Global Alliance. “Any AV company would be proud to have built the relationships […]

DTEN announced its small meeting room video conferencing solution, the DTEN Bar with DTEN Mate, are now certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms. Designed as a Small Room Solution, the DTEN Bar combines an all-in-one videoconferencing system with the DTEN Mate tabletop controller. The DTEN Bar features include: AI-powered Audiovisuals: Noise suppression, acoustic echo cancellation and […]

Huddly just issued new list pricing for its AI-enabled cameras and will likely attract interest from facility managers in educators as well as meeting space planners. Here’s the new pricing: Cameras for large and extra-large spaces: Huddly Crew AI-directed multi-camera system: $9,450 MSRP Huddly Crew add-on camera: $2,690 MSRP Cameras for medium and large spaces: […]

Key Digital introduced the KD-BYOD4KHub BYOD and BYOM wireless presentation and conferencing gateway, a wireless solution for conference and presentation spaces that enables users to bring their own device of any OS and present to a shared display while the hub receives the USB camera, mic and audio in the room for collaboration with local […]

MSolutions just introduced a docking extender solution for video, audio and data signals through a single USB-C cable. The new MS-63DOC Docking Extender requires only one USB-C cable — connected to the Host unit — to transmit 4K@60 4:4:4 video, data, audio and Ethernet over Category cable to a Device unit (Receiver). Positioned up to […]

Planar introduced the Planar Luminate Ultra W Series as the newest addition to the company’s portfolio of high bright, fine pixel pitch LED video wall display solutions for outdoor use. The Planar Luminate Ultra W Series models incorporate MicroLED technology to produce enhanced black levels and high brightness even in direct sunlight. The new solution […]

Screen Innovations (SI) announced the new Zero-G Pro CarbonBlack, an ALR “levitating” projection screen that can be produced in sizes up to 300 inches diagonally, with up to 16’ of levitation (think Da-Lite SightLine). Zero-G Pro CarbonBlack Levitating Motorized Rollable projection screen deploys and retracts on demand as needed. This retractable screen feature makes it […]

Nanolumens announced a new extension of its Nixel Series LED featuring an ultra tight radius and narrow pixel pitch. The new Nixel Flex product is designed to elevate the standard for seamlessly curved displays with its design and flexibility. Thanks to Nanolumens patented True Curve technology, the Nixel product builds on the success of the […]

MAXHUB announced the new UW92NA Ultra-Wide 21:9 aspect ratio 92-inch display. As the newest addition to MAXHUB’s UW (Ultra-Wide) series, the 92-inch UW92NA ultra-wide 5K display is aimed at presentation and UCC applications. The new UW92NA facilitates external control via IP or Serial protocols, including certification by Q-SYS, Extron, AMX and others. The company says this […]

AVI-SPL announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire Grupo ICAP Global (ICAP Global) of Latin America and Spain. The two will merge under AVI-SPL, creating the largest global audiovisual (AV), unified communications and collaboration (UCC), workplace management and experience technology provider able to serve customers across the globe locally. Founded in 1957 and […]

Genelec introduced the 3440A, a new PoE subwoofer, to its Smart IP family of active installation loudspeaker systems. The 3440A joins the existing Smart IP range of wall, ceiling and pendant loudspeaker models to provide a scalable full-range audio solution that combines sound quality and networked convenience. Originally launched in 2019, the Smart IP range […]

Now Accepting Nominations! Submissions for this are now closed. We will announce the winners June 21 at 9 a.m. PDT.  As you might have heard, AV Buyers.Club, rAVe’s publication exclusively for end users, has partnered with AVNation. Within this partnership between our two publications, we hope to bring more end users into the AV industry […]

Realmotion announced Realmotion Engine software will debut this summer — a software-only version of its core technology in its media servers. Some of Realmotion’s installations include the MCO Moment Vault in Orlando, the LAX Time Tower in Los Angeles, the Statue of Liberty Museum in New York, the Sofitel Paris Hotel, Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of […]

Sony Electronics launched a plethora of display and UCC solutions at InfoComm 2024. Sony’s lineup of 4K HDR BRAVIA professional displays include the flagship 98-inch BZ53L model, the BZ40L series and the introductory EZ20L series. The BZ53L and BZ40L series feature the company’s imaging capabilities and Deep Black Non-Glare technology, which offers “low reflection while maintaining deep blacks, high contrast and precise image […]

Epson announced its new large-venue 4K 3-chip 3LCD laser projector lineup. In addition to new large venue 4K models, Epson has a new line of ultra-short-throw and fixed-lens projectors for education, corporate and digital signage. Here they are:

Xyte announced the latest iteration of Xyte Connect, empowering end users to monitor device fleets through a single unified interface. At InfoComm 2024, Xyte will showcase new feature sets adopted by several industry brands, allowing these manufacturers and their partners to collaborate on a unified, cloud-based platform. Xyte says that Xyte Connect was designed to […]

Extron has announced an “AV Open House” event in Las Vegas running from June 11-14, 2024. Aimed at AV tech managers, educators, IT pros, consultants and anyone interested in exploring the latest tech from Extron, this will be an interesting opportunity to learn from the tech team at Extron. Extron tells rAVe that at this […]

Extron announced that ConferenceShare is now available to integrate local room cameras and microphones into Unified Communications meetings. With ConferenceShare, video and audio captured by in-room USB devices can be effortlessly shared with Windows or macOS laptops during Teams or Zoom meetings. Participants with ConferenceShare enabled on their laptops gain access to USB devices connected […]

Disguise announced a new generation of EX media servers, following the recently launched RX III real-time render node, opening up even wider access to the world’s most advanced live visual experience platform. Providing a ruggedized solution for pre-rendered video playback at any scale, the new generation of the EX range comes in the form of […]

Bogen Communications announced the CSD1X2U-V2, a Drop-In Ceiling Panel Speaker designed to meet diverse audio needs with unmatched flexibility and ease of installation. The CSD1X2U-V2 is a passive speaker with “versatile operation modes,” supporting either 8-ohm low impedance (15W max) or 25V/70V with tapped power setting input. This dual capability makes it an ideal choice […]

Welcome, readers, to this month’s Microsoft Teams Tracker article, where each month, I round up some of the latest and greatest updates to the application. Whether you’re an MS Teams user or you integrate tech that works with Teams, this will be a perfect monthly article for you to find all the information you might […]

Screen Innovations announced the ST Moto, a short-throw motorized ALR projection screen that allows you to use an ultra-short throw UST projector and have the screen appear and disappear on command. The ST Moto offers up to 120’ in size diagonal, and up to 15” of black drop masking. With the customizable black drop option, […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced the release of the TiLED dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts that includes compatibility across a multitude of interlocking panels. Designed for adaptability, scalability and precision, Legrand says these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to […]

Audio-Technica announced the AT-UMX3 livestreaming USB audio mixer — Audio-Technica’s first USB audio mixer for streaming and other applications. Audio-Technica says the AT-UMX3 is a compact, desktop audio mixer equipped with all the functions needed for livestreaming. The AT-UMX3 is basically an all-in-one interface with one XLR / 1/4-inch microphone input, two LINE inputs and […]

Logitech introduced software tools for remote access, room booking, usage insights and automations to simplify space and device management through Logitech Sync. Introduced last year, Logitech’s existing desk booking solution with Logi Dock Flex makes it simple for employees to find the right spot near their colleagues in flex desking environments. Now, Logitech’s new room […]

Logitech announced the MeetUp 2, an AI-powered USB conference camera designed for BYOD and PC-based setups in huddle and small meeting rooms. With the rise in huddle rooms comes the need for video conferencing tech that fits multiple scenarios, including those who prefer dedicated PC-based deployment or using their laptop in a BYOD setup. And […]

PPDS announced that Appspace is certified as an official PPDS Wave ProStore premium application, making it easier to deploy with Philips Android SoC displays, including the Philips Signage 3000 Series (Q-Line), Philips Signage 4000 Series (D-Line) and the Philips Interactive (T-Line). Features: Digital signage: Get information across on workplace displays, allowing visitors and staff to […]

Nanolumens announced the 4K Captivate Series, an all-in-one chip-on-board (COB) LED platform that’s native 4K resolution. The Nanolumens Captivate Series is 165” and the company says it features tighter pitches, achieving a 0.9 pixel pitch to ensure that images on Nanolumens’ displays feature “smoother borders and finer detail.” Nanolumens says this also allows viewers to […]

Barix launched the Exstreamer MR400, which acts as a bridge between IP-based technologies and conventional paging systems, speakers or amplifers. The Exstreamer MR400 also represents the latest Dante-enabled Barix device, offering three distinct modes for interoperability with Dante networks. Building on the features of the Barix Exstreamer M400 and on Barix’s programmable IPAC firmware, the […]

Navori Labs just introduced the StiX 3800 ultra-compact, AI-powered digital signage media player. The StiX 3800 includes audience measurement capabilities that help users “better understand their audience and how content performs.” Navori says users can tailor content on-the-fly to meet viewer preferences and behaviors, leveraging immediate feedback from footfall, dwell time, people and vehicle analytics […]

Using Logitech‘s videoconferencing device capabilities and Microsoft Teams’ Ai-based features accessible through both personal computers and native Teams Rooms, the two companies have a partnership in AI using Copilot. How does Copilot work in Microsoft Teams? In Microsoft Teams environments, Copilot enhances collaboration and helps employees get the most out of their Teams chats and […]

Christie Pandoras Box and Widget Designer power the exciting visuals of a cutting-edge immersive entertainment experience targeted at teenagers and young adults. Located at the ZGC Science Fiction Industry Innovation Center in Beijing, this new attraction “promises to engage guests through an interactive adventure.” According to Christie, visitors at the Wonderland Science Fiction Exploration Hall are […]