One Equity Partners (OEP) has entered into an agreement to acquire Nexora, the parent company of Almo Pro AV, with the transaction expected to close by March 2027. The proposed acquisition is expected to support investments in technology, digital services and distribution operations across North America and Europe. For Almo Pro AV’s integrator customers and […]

Uniguest announced the launch of Community Hub, a digital engagement platform designed for senior living communities. The platform brings together digital signage, resident TV, mobile apps, shuttle tracking and other communication tools in one solution. Uniguest said Community Hub makes it easier for residents to discover activities, access information and participate in community life while […]

Rise AV officially announced it has launched its North America Regional Council. The organization said this marks an important next step in its global expansion efforts. Rise AV said that this expansion was made possible through continued support of its global partners, QSC and Neat. The council aims to unite experience professionals from across the […]

Watchfire announced the appointment of Waldal as its new CEO. Waldal succeeds Steve Harriott, who is leaving the company to take a position as the CEO of a private equity-backed, commercial HVAC and plumbing services business. “Doug’s enthusiasm and experience growing organizations, implementing focused “go-to-market” strategies, and driving execution will be instrumental in advancing Watchfire’s […]

rAVe readers can save up to €300 by registering here using code ravepubs for a FREE ISE visitor badge. Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2027 returns to Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via, from Feb. 2-5, built around a single idea: When Worlds Unite. The lines between AV, IT, broadcast, live events, smart buildings and education continue […]

Cisco announced a series of updates to Webex and its workplace technology portfolio at WebexOne 2026, including RoomOS 27, native Google Meet support on Cisco collaboration devices, new workplace design and management tools and an IP-connected ceiling speaker. For AV integrators, one of the more notable changes is expanded meeting platform interoperability. Through a new […]

Joan announced it is expanding its reusable ePaper badge from visitor check-in to also cover employee identity and event badges. One badge, configured for whichever role it’s needed for, updates instead of being reprinted. The company said that its employee badge is designed to allow an office or HR manager to set up a whole […]

HP and Google officially announced at Google Enterprise Summit the expanded availability of HP Dimension with Google Beam to customers in the U.S., Canada, the UK, France, Germany and Japan. HP said that this milestone opens the next phase for a new kind of communication technology designed to make remote conversations feel more natural, engaging […]

Extron has announced its new “Professional AV over IP Design Guide” for designing and deploying high-performance AV-over-IP systems. Extron said the guide provides a practical roadmap to the layered architecture and design principles behind secure and reliable AV over IP systems. It also highlights Extron NAV Pro AV-over-IP technology and the innovations behind the platform […]

Symetrix announced the expansion of its exclusive distribution partnership with Audio-Technica Benelux to include Belgium and Luxembourg. Symetrix said that the expanded agreement builds on the companies’ existing relationship in the Netherlands and strengthens Symetrix’s presence and local support across the entire Benelux region. Through the expanded partnership, customers in Belgium and Luxembourg will gain […]

FORTÉ has appointed Christopher Mounts as its next global chief executive officer effective Oct. 1, 2026. Mounts succeeds Jeff Stoebner, who has served as CEO since 2009 and will remain with FORTÉ, transitioning to the role of executive chairman of the board. Mounts joined FORTÉ in 2015 as controller and was named CFO in 2019. […]

LEWITT announced that it has launched the LW6 Wireless Studio Headphones for precision mixing, monitoring and recording. LEWITT’s studio recording microphones were utilized in the making of Grammy-winning albums including Bad Bunny’s “Album of the Year” 2026 and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Best Pop Vocal Album/Best Pop Solo Performance” from 2025. The company said that the introduction […]

HIVE Media Control announced its native integration with Nexmosphere, enabling its Beeblade media players to connect directly with Nexmosphere’s range of sensors and controllers to create interactive media experiences. The company said the integration was developed in response to demand from system integrators and serves to expand the available options for bringing interactivity to HIVE-powered […]

Martin Audio announced the full commercial release of DISPLAY 3, its next-generation 3D audio prediction and optimization software, following an extensive beta program. The company said that the DISPLAY 3 is designed with speed and precision in mind, aiming to deliver faster prediction and optimization processing than previous versions to allow system designed to repeat […]

Uniguest officially launched Hub OS, a software release that provides Onelan and MediaStar customers with a path to the next generation Uniguest Hub AV platform while allowing them to retain compatible existing NTB and media player hardware. The Hub OS launch enables supported Onelan NTB and MediaStar hardware to now work with Hub AV. This […]

Barco announced that the new ClickShare Hub Pro room system bundle developed in partnership with Huddly and Shure has been Certified for Microsoft Teams. The bundle aims to help organizations deliver clearer audio and video in medium-sized spaces while keeping the Microsoft Teams Rooms one-touch join and ClickShare wireless content sharing experience. The new bundle […]

Poprad, Slovakia, a city known for its centuries-old buildings and thermal springs, has renovated the former Kino Maj cinema building, now called Divadlo Poprad. To complement the independent theater’s architectural transformation and diverse performance schedule, a KV2 Audio system was chosen to deliver powerful sound to the new theater. When defining the audio requirements, project […]

Sennheiser announced it is now shipping the Spectera SKM handheld transmitter. The solution is designed for professional live sound, theater, broadcast and houses of worship. Spectera is powered by Sennheiser’s WMAS approach and addresses typical challenges that users, operators and owners of wireless audio systems may experience. It aims to deliver ultra-low-latency wireless audio and […]

Neumann has announced the launch of the KH 310 II and KH 350, two new three-way studio monitors built on a shared platform of in-house-designed drivers, amplification and 32-bit DSP processing. The KH 310 II is an updated version of Neumann’s KH 310 studio monitor, while the KH 350 is a new model designed for […]

Matrox Video has announced an integration between Matrox ORIGIN and NVIDIA Holoscan for Media that allows Matrox ORIGIN media services to be provisioned, configured and deployed within NVIDIA Holoscan for Media using Kubernetes. The integration will be demonstrated at IBC 2026 as part of the European Broadcasting Union’s Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) showcase. According to […]

Dirac officially announced that Emotiva’s new LXR-11 AV receiver and LXP-16 surround processor will launch with Dirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Live Bass Control, and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment included and ready to use out of the box, with no additional license purchase required. The company said that the launch marks a major update […]

Grass Valley announced the launch of AVORA, a new standalone, all-in-one live production solution designed to bring the tools needed to create and deliver live shows together in one streamlined system. According to Grass Valley, AVORA, which launched at IBC2026, gives production teams a complete environment to prepare, produce and deliver live content, from switching […]

Dirac today announced at CEDIA Expo 2026 that NAD Electronics’ CI SA2-120 BluOS Streaming Amplifier Module and NAD CI S2 BluOS Streaming Module have been certified to support Dirac Live Room Correction, expanding access to advanced room optimization across NAD’s custom installation portfolio. The series is designed for professional integrators, a line of flexible, high-performance […]

The ACT Entertainment tvONE and Green Hippo Pixel Academy released its autumn course schedule with hands-on training dates in September, October and November. Available course include tvONE Advanced Video Wall Design and Configuration,” “Hippotizer MX Foundation: System Design and Core Operation” and Green “Hippo Estuary MC Creative Control: Building and Running Live Visuals.” The “tvONE […]

Shure launched WAVETOOL 4, the latest evolution of its professional audio monitoring and listening software. The software was designed for theater, live sound, broadcast and houses of worship. By combining direct listening, instant replay and team collaboration, WAVETOOL 4 aims to provide engineers with greater confidence to troubleshoot issues faster and keep productions running smoothly. […]

Marantz launched the MCR 60n and MCR 60n DAB (Europe only). The new generation of compact all-in-one hi-fi systems is designed for listeners who demand exceptional sound, modern connectivity and effortless everyday enjoyment. Mrantz said that the MCR 60n features CD playback, network streaming, HDMI eARC compatibility, turntable connectivity and premium amplification and aims to […]

Audinate Group Limited, developer of Dante, is set to showcase its capabilities at IBC 2026. Audinate said it will demonstrate interoperability between Dante-enabled devices and ST 2110 systems while highlighting a broader production workflow that brings networked audio, camera control and production software together. The company said that Dante works to enable interoperability across products […]

Marshall Electronics announced it is strengthening its product availability across Europe through its two established distribution partners, MarCam Europe and Vision2See. Both companies are expanding inventory and stocking the latest Marshall solution, aiming to benefit customers and resellers across key European markets through faster access to Marshall’s professional camera technologies. Together, the two distributors provide […]

easescreen and uink, a specialist in ePaper display technology, announced that the companies have entered into a strategic partnership to integrate ePaper into professional digital signage environments. Through the integration of uink’s technology into the easescreen platform, organizations can manage traditional digital displays and ePaper devices within one infrastructure — including content distribution, device management, […]

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) today announced the results of its second IPMX Product Certification Test Event, held Aug. 24-28 at European Broadcasting Union headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Eight manufacturers submitted 14 products for testing, and all 14 were officially certified to the Internet Protocol Media Experience (IPMX) standard, qualifying them to carry […]

PMA Research officially announced the availability of a new in-depth report on the European Single-Panel LCD Projector Market. The company said the report is a strategic market study of the European and UK single-panel LCD projector category, commonly referred to as 1LCD. The report covers market size and growth, sell-in versus sell-through dynamics, competitive structure, […]

PPDS announced the evolution of its EcoDesign learnings with its ‘future proof product thinking,’ becoming ReDesign. The company said it has extended its circular design approach to the development of new products. PPDS said the philosophy reinforces its long term commitment to sustainability, circularity and social responsibility, embedded through every stage of its product lifecycles. […]