Direct View LED is becoming more and more affordable, especially in pixel pitches of 1.2 to 1.9mm. For projects that need the most pixel density possible, there are even a few options under 0.7mm if you have the extra cash to get the technology. Bespoke dvLED environments often include corners, curves and facets, making their […]

Updated: Kramer has released an open letter responding to this post, which is in the comments. We have added our response to their letter at the bottom of the post in italics. Jumping the Shark. What does that mean? Wikipedia defines the idiom “jumping the shark” or “jump the shark” as a “term that is […]

It’s been a while since I’ve brought it up, but I still often think about the line from the film “Jerry Maguire” (1995) when his mentor, veteran sports agent Dicky Fox says, “The key to this business is personal relationships!” Back at the end of 2019, which feels like a lifetime ago now, we made […]

By: Trevor Cooke, EarthWeb Personal identification numbers (PINs) serve as gatekeepers to our online financial accounts, devices and sensitive information. While the concept of a four-digit PIN may seem simple, with only 10,000 possible combinations, achieving true uniqueness can be a challenge. A weak or predictable PIN can leave you vulnerable to unauthorized access — […]

As a video games and esports enthusiast, expert and industry veteran, I couldn’t be more excited about InfoComm 2024 in Las Vegas! This year’s event, the largest ProAV trade show in North America, promises an unparalleled showcase of cutting-edge technology and innovation. As a representative of rAVe [PUBS] and THE rAVe Agency, I’ll be hosting […]

At the heart of every memorable festival lies a potent—and often invisible—force that captivates and energizes the crowd: sound. Over the years, advancements in pro audio technology have drastically improved how festival goers experience live music. From microphones to loudspeakers, these technologies work hard to transport listeners into an auditory wonderland. Festivals in a Post-Pandemic […]

Imagine a digital canvas made up of various technologies ranging from transparent, flexible OLED to dvLED to projection-mapped architecture, integrated into an environment where the video is choreographed with the lighting, synced with spatial audio, and personalized to different users based on sensor-based automation or AI. These customized, experiential environments span several resolutions and aspect […]

This year, InfoComm 2024 will shine a spotlight on first-time exhibitors by adding them to a special section on the show floor, the “Trailblazers Zone.” This section of the trade show features new exhibitors who have undergone a thorough vetting process. According to the InfoComm site, these exhibitors demonstrate innovation, offer unique or compelling value […]

Name: Amanda Eberle Title: General Manager Company: AV Chicago rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about who you are and what AV Chicago does. AMANDA EBERLE: AV Chicago is an event production company based out of Chicago. We work with event/meeting planners, DMCs, colleges/ universities, other event producers and more. While Chicago is in our name, we […]

This year, InfoComm 2024 will shine a spotlight on first-time exhibitors by adding them to a special section on the show floor, the “Trailblazers Zone.” This section of the trade show features new exhibitors who have undergone a thorough vetting process. According to the InfoComm site, these exhibitors demonstrate innovation, offer unique or compelling value […]

This year, InfoComm 2024 will shine a spotlight on first-time exhibitors by adding them to a special section on the show floor, the “Trailblazers Zone.” This section of the trade show features new exhibitors who have undergone a thorough vetting process. According to the InfoComm site, these exhibitors demonstrate innovation, offer unique or compelling value […]

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 […]

This year, InfoComm 2024 will shine a spotlight on first-time exhibitors by adding them to a special section on the show floor, the “Trailblazers Zone.” This section of the trade show features new exhibitors who have undergone a thorough vetting process. According to the InfoComm site, these exhibitors demonstrate innovation, offer unique or compelling value […]

When I first moved here in high school, a girl I met told me, “This city is a town of 600.” At first, I didn’t understand, but I eventually came to the conclusion that six degrees of separation are real, and everyone knows everyone else, somehow. That’s as true for industries and channels as it […]

Name: Nicola Beretta Title: Director of Product Company: Allen & Heath rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about who you are and what you do at Allen & Heath. NICOLA BERETTA: I’ve been in product management at Allen & Heath since 2010. As director of product, I lead a talented team of product managers, […]

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 […]

InfoComm 2024 is fast approaching, and we’ve done the legwork for you. We’ve combed through the educational session offerings to compile a list of sessions we believe you shouldn’t miss. These sessions offer an opportunity to delve into the hottest topics in the audiovisual industry today. Be sure to check them out to ensure you’re […]

By: Jon Nordmark, CEO of Iterate.ai Since the Columbine shooting in the late 90s, the conversation around gun violence in schools has only intensified, with communities across the United States seeking effective solutions to protect students and staff. Colorado lawmakers are now turning their attention to innovative safeguards, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence (AI) […]

We are on the eve of InfoComm, and one of my big questions is this: Will AI be a star of the show, ignored during the show or will it be an imposter? I have been, and continue to be, bullish on the power that AI can have on our industry. It is only limited […]

Remember Glue Collaboration? The cool head-and-torso avatars that made the metaverse seem like it was filled with legless players off a tabletop “foosball” field1? The parent company of Glue has now filed for bankruptcy. A letter from the CEO, Jussi Havu, explains that without a definite solution in sight the Glue service may be (soon) […]

I was visiting an office a while back and was offered a phone room to hold some meetings. The room was well-equipped with a comfortable chair, adequate lighting, a small table with a Neat Frame to easily join Teams calls, and even a blue accent wall to make it feel a little less sterile. I […]

Welcome to our monthly breakdown of the results of the rAVe Temperature Check! Since Earth Day was on April 22, we chose to center our survey questions around sustainability in the AV industry. This theme holds particular relevance for our industry, given its significant contribution to the planet’s e-waste. And while e-waste is not entirely […]

Name: Joseph Conover Title: Director, Immersive Entertainment, Live Event Production Company: Christie rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about your role at Christie. JOSEPH CONOVER: Last year, I was brought in as director, Immersive Entertainment, Live Event Production to help support Christie’s global efforts. My mission here is two-fold: first is to develop strategic relationships […]

Earlier this year, when I published my 2024 Kayye’s Krystal Ball predictions, I said, “Xyte will become the AV Cloud and platform of choice.” Well, since then, the company has secured agreements with Legrand | AV, Avocor, the HDBaseT Alliance, Symetrix, AVPro Edge, Bluesound, and others (that I’m not allowed to talk about yet) to […]

Name: Mercedes Stevao-Boase Title: Marketing Director Company: Green Hippo rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about your role at Green Hippo. MERCEDES STEVAO-BOASE: As the marketing director, I lead tvONE’s creative MarComm team — designing and implementing communication strategies, education and trade events to promote all tvONE brands and services. I started working with Green Hippo in […]

Last month, I wrote about the Apple Vision Pro and the particular market segment Apple was targeting with the product. The Vision Pro would most accurately be called an entertainment device at this point in its evolution. It is not a device that someone would wear all day — or out in public — for […]

Editor’s Note: Welcome to the first edition of EventTech Insights where the rAVe [PUBS] team will explore the state of the live events with industry experts. Name: Ben Escobedo Title: Senior Market Development Specialist Company: Shure rAVe [PUBS]: Tell us a little bit about your role at Shure. BEN ESCOBEDO: Over the past seven years, my […]

Last week, my wife told me that she needed a landline with Bluetooth capability for her work, so she could use a headset with it. That should be easy, I thought. But no, few things are ever that easy. I did some quick research and selected a dual-handset cordless phone system from a reputable brand, […]

Last month, I flew to Lausanne, Switzerland, to spend two days understanding how a digital signage company, SpinetiX, is totally managing the content for every single room in the Millennium. The Millennium isn’t your average workplace. In addition to housing a TV station and about a dozen corporations, it also includes: ALL of this is […]

I had the pleasure of supporting an LA-based event this month and discussing how AI-based workflows will affect office designs as we move into the future. Most talk of AI in the AV industry has to do with sensor based automation, like personalization and camera tracking and switching in meeting rooms. Most of the buzz […]

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. […]

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 […]