CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals, announced the CEDIA Foundation, a new 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to nurturing the smart home workforce and shaping the future of the smart home industry. “We are very lucky to work in a fast-paced industry that is constantly advancing with new technology and innovations,” said Daryl Friedman, CEDIA global […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Modern Atomics is a new(ish) company on the block founded by three AV veterans: Paul Bryson, Tim Marshall and Michael Braithwaite. The three came together with a common goal: making your home more energy efficient. This company came, saw and conquered at CEDIA Expo last month, and I want to […]

Welcome to this year’s rePLAY CEDIA Expo event! This recap of CEDIA Expo 2024 is hosted by managing editor at rAVe [PUBS], Steph Beckett, and editor-in-chief of LAVNCH [CODE], Megan A. Dutta. This year’s CEDIA Expo was another huge success, and we can only tell you about so much of it, so make sure to […]

Congratulations to the 2024 Winners of rAVe’s Best of CEDIA Expo Awards! rAVe prides itself on being dependable and up to date, so it was our priority to make sure we had full coverage of CEDIA Expo 2024. And after over 660 product videos between CEDIA Expo and CIX, I’d say we accomplished our goal. […]

As with any trade show, the expo hall floor can be overwhelming. We tend to gravitate toward the familiar and can easily miss the hidden gems, but I went on the Smart Home Tour and was introduced to some unique companies that I’m excited to share with you. Crestron — Booth 1901 Crestron, of course, […]

At CEDIA Expo 2024, Quantum Media Solutions demoed its XDR Pro Cinema Video Wall, which is specifically designed for luxury residential environments. I attended a demo of this product, and while movies are not my thing, I do enjoy video games and this is a great product for that as well. The setup included a […]

Image courtesy of CEDIA Expo/Emerald This year at CEDIA Expo, I had the opportunity to explore the audio demo rooms for the first time since joining THE rAVe Agency. As someone whose role at trade shows is typically focused on shooting videos, I often do not get to experience the products in their actual applications. […]

Today, at CEDIA Expo 2024, we celebrated the women of our industry at the Women in Consumer Technology Annual Luncheon. Not only was there good food and good conversation, we also were lucky enough to get to experience a talk from Sylvia Acevedo — an engineer and businesswoman who happens to also be the former […]

You guys, how is Day Two over already? I was just talking to someone about how I feel like InfoComm was two weeks ago, so for CEDIA Expo/CIX to be mostly over? Crazy. Nuts even. But anyway. I’m sure if you’re reading this you’re interested in what I’ve been doing at this show and if […]

On Thursday, September 5, Daryl Friedman, global CEO and president of CEDIA, and legendary filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld delivered a powerful message about the future of smart home technology and the evolving world of home cinema during CEDIA Expo 2024. Friedman introduced industry icon Sonnenfeld, who has worked on popular films like “When Harry Met Sally,” […]

Hi, everyone! Welcome to my wrap-up of Day One of CEDIA Expo/CIX 2024. First of all, I’ll say this was a weird day for me as someone who normally has back-to-back appointments. Trust me; I still had appointments. But I got to choose all of them for myself! First thing’s first. I attended a really […]

Catch a sneak peek of the show floor and follow me around as I try to get an early glimpse of show-floor technology and try not to get run over by a forklift! 

Epson announced the Q-Series 4K 3LCD Laser Projectors for home theaters and home cinema applications. The new QL7000 isa 10,000 lumens of Color Brightness (IDMS Rated) and up to 6,000 lumens of White Brightness (ISO Rated) in a 3LCD projection package – it represents the flagship of the new S-series. The QL3000 model delivers up […]

SoundTube will unveil its 9.8.4 Theater at the upcoming CEDIA and CI Expos. This showcase, located at SoundTube’s booth C701, demonstrates how audiophile-grade performance can be achieved with an in-wall theater. SoundTube theater wall for CEDIA and CI Expos. dARTS 9.8.4 in-wall theater with Trinnov’s WaveForming technology and Draper’s Acumen wireless screen.The theater features a […]

CEDIA Expo announced the programming schedule for the highly anticipated Smart Stage, proudly sponsored by AOTO Electronics. The Smart Stage will serve as a hub for insightful discussions on industry-wide topics, emerging technologies and trending market segments within the residential technology industry. The Smart Stage will feature a dynamic lineup of panel discussions and presentations […]

Screen Innovations announced a partnership with Wolf Drapery. Wolf Drapery is a manufacturer of premium drapery and Roman shading solutions specifically designed for technology integrators with automation and control features. Florida-based Wolf Drapery is considered a “drapery artisan that specializes in premium draperies, Roman shades, decorative motorized rods, specialty fabrics and more.” SI dealers can […]

CEDIA Expo, the platform where residential technology integration, designers and construction professionals connect, learn and engage, announces a host of networking opportunities at CEDIA Expo 2024, from Sept. 4-7, 2024, uniting the brightest minds and most talented professionals in the custom electronics and smart home technology industries. The CEDIA Awards ceremony, taking place on Friday, […]

VITAL and Fivestone Solutions have joined forces to launch the ELITE Sales Academy debuting at CEDIA Expo in Denver, Colorado. This new program is designed to help luxury home service businesses close more sales at healthier margins — without working extra hours. Set to debut at CEDIA Expo 2024, the academy addresses common challenges faced […]

Sonus faber announced its latest collaboration with Lamborghini on the automotive brand’s latest vehicle, Temerario, to equip it with an exclusive High Premium Sound System. Unveiled during Monterey Car Week, the new Temerario is designed to offer “top-level performance and comfort,” equipped with a 920 CV twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain offering several upgrades in comparison […]

CEDIA Expo, announced the return of The Launchpad, a platform dedicated to showcasing new-to-market brands and the latest residential technology solutions. At CEDIA Expo 2024, CEDIA Expo says attendees will have an opportunity to immerse themselves in the future of residential technology by exploring the latest advancements and innovations from a new generation of industry […]

SoundTube Entertainment is adding Dante-enabled products from input and source control to IP-enabled PoE speakers next month while at the CEDIA Expo and CIX shows. SoundTube’s Dante ecosystem brings flexibility and scalability to home installations. From system management via a web server and the ability to remotely monitor and setup, the system saves installation time/costs […]

The August 2024 Temperature Check Survey is now closed. Be sure to keep an eye out for next month’s survey! CEDIA Expo 2024 and Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) 2024 are right around the corner, and that means it’s time to get thinking about resimercial technology. As Gary and I said recently during our CIX Preview […]

CEDIA, the Association for Smart Home Professionals, says it is proud to announce that Emmy and Peabody award-winning director and home theater aficionado, Barry Sonnenfeld will serve as this year’s Keynote speaker at CEDIA Expo 2024. Sonnenfeld will take the stage to deliver a keynote that CEDIA says promises to be a highlight of the […]

Coastal Source announced it will return to CEDIA Expo 2024 with new products and programs designed to help its factory-direct nationwide network of integration partners to significantly grow their outdoor audio and lighting business. “The outdoor living environment offers partners a major new opportunity to grow their audio and lighting business,” Coastal Source President Jeff […]

CEDIA Expo, the platform where residential technology integration, designers and construction professionals connect, learn and engage, announces the expansion of its educational programming, designed to inspire and equip industry professionals with the tools to accelerate their businesses. Curated by CEDIA the Association for Smart Home Professionals, the CEDIA Smart Home Technology Conference will feature an […]

CEDIA Expo announced the return of Destination Outdoors, an outdoor activation showcasing AV technology. Covering a 24,000-square-foot area, Destination Outdoors offers a firsthand glimpse into the possibilities for outdoor spaces. This immersive experience promises to highlight the latest technology aimed at elevating any outdoor environment. Destination Outdoors will be adorned with grassy expanses, stylish patio […]

Update as of May 2, 2024: Josh.ai has filed a motion to dismiss with the court, alleging that “Snap [One]’s claims were not adequately investigated.” Read the full document here. Update as of August 14, 2023: Josh.ai sent the following statement to rAVe [PUBS] responding to the Snap One letter: “We believe the claims to be completely […]

CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo, will establish a new show floor exhibit and attendee education experience at the 2024 events in Denver Sept. 5-7, focusing on connected device technology in AV/IT, IoT, sensors and networking technologies for residential and commercial and application solutions. The development of this new education experience will expand on “attendee’s […]

CEDIA Expo 2023 returned to the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO, and introduced the inaugural Commercial Integrator Expo 2023, expanding its audience to include fixed installation audiovisual systems professionals and technology managers in commercial markets. The combined events drew a crowd of nearly 13,000 industry professionals and hosted hundreds of exhibitors, sound rooms and […]

Coastal Source announced it is shipping the full line of patent-pending hardscape Razor outdoor speakers that made its formal debut at CEDIA Expo 2023 in Denver. Spread across three sizes (the Razor 100, 200 and 300 Series) and eight models (satellite, 2.5-way, 3-way, high power 3-way, stereo soundbar, LCR soundbar, line source and quad-driver subwoofer), […]

As the year comes to a close, we want to know your thoughts on how ProAV has changed throughout 2023. You can check out the results of last month’s rAVe Temperature Check here. This month’s survey is now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for this month’s results and for next month’s survey! 

At CEDIA Expo 2023, lighting control, automation, security and outdoor technology took center stage as the hottest categories in the custom installation industry. Here are a few key trends and innovative product introductions that CEDIA Expo highlighted from this year’s emerging market categories. Lighting Control CEDIA Expo 2023 featured a wealth of new lighting trends […]