AVer Information has announced the TR615, a 4K AI auto-tracking PTZ camera designed for professional broadcasting, livestreaming and event production. The TR615 uses a 1-inch Sony Exmor RS CMOS sensor and AI algorithms for presenter, zone and hybrid tracking. The system automatically follows speakers or performers, maintaining framing and focus without manual camera operation. The […]

Epson has introduced a Q-SYS Certified plug-in for its 3-chip 3LCD projector lineup, enabling integration with the Q-SYS Full Stack AV Platform. Developed in collaboration with Q-SYS, the plug-in allows users to control Epson projectors from within the Q-SYS environment. Functions include input selection, audio volume and mute control, brightness adjustment, menu navigation and monitoring […]

URSA, a U.K.-based manufacturer of transmitter and receiver placement products for film and television, is entering the live events and theatrical markets with its new Performance Pouch range. Founded in 2015 by production sound mixer Simon Bysshe and costume designer Laura K. Smith, URSA has built a reputation for ready-made solutions to secure microphones and […]

Xyte, maker of cloud-based support tools for AV, recently published its midyear 2025 AV Cloud Data Report. I encourage you to read it — it offers some interesting insight into how the AV industry views the cloud. Before I go further, I should put my cards on the table. I’m a strong supporter of cloud-based […]

PPDS, the Philips Professional Displays brand, has promoted Jae O Choi Park to EMEA commercial head and Ron Cottaar to head of global marketing. Choi Park, who joined PPDS in 2022 as European sales director, has been serving in the EMEA role on an interim basis since 2024. He will oversee all European sales and […]

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America has introduced the PN-E Series of LCD monitors, available in seven sizes ranging from 32 inches to 86 inches. The series offers 3840×2160 resolution for all but the 32-inch model, which is Full HD. The displays have a brightness of 350 nits and support landscape, portrait and tilt […]

Jetbuilt will launch Radar, a communication and activity tracking feature within its project management platform, at CEDIA Expo. Radar consolidates updates from across the Jetbuilt system — including projects, sales and service — into a single feed. The tool is designed to help teams view and respond to activity without relying on multiple notifications, email […]

Chris Schyvinck, president and CEO of Shure, will be a keynote speaker at the 2025 Sustainability in AV (SAVe) Global Conference, scheduled for Sept. 24-25 at UCLA’s Luskin Conference Center. Founded in 2022, SAVe is a U.S.-based organization with a global mission to bring the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals to the pro AV […]

IHSE USA has released the Draco XStreme series of AV-over-IP KVM extenders, supporting video resolutions from Full HD to 8K over 1-gigabit networks. The devices use a JPEG XS codec developed with the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits, enabling support for up to 16-bit color, high dynamic range and latency of less than 1 millisecond […]

BoxCast has introduced RemoteMix, a cloud-based platform that allows users to mix audio from supported consoles anywhere with an internet connection. The company says RemoteMix is the first service to provide full control of compatible mixing consoles through a secure, browser-based interface, eliminating the need for an on-site engineer. Users can adjust channels, mixes and […]

Yorktel, a New Jersey-based audiovisual systems integrator and managed services provider, said Tuesday it has signed an agreement to merge with Kinly, an AV and unified communications integration firm headquartered in Amsterdam. The deal will combine the companies’ operations, workforces and client bases, creating a firm with more than 1,600 employees in 27 locations serving […]

ElektraLite has launched the Aero Mini, a compact moving light fixture designed for professional applications in venues such as churches, schools, theaters, performing arts centers and corporate events. Priced at $549, the unit builds on the company’s 400-watt Aero model, offering a smaller form factor while using a single 100-watt, 9000K white COB LED with […]

Mediaproxy announced new features for its Monwall multi-viewer platform, including instant replay for live incident review and the ability to monitor HTML content directly within mosaic outputs. The instant replay tool allows operators to use a web interface or physical control surface to rewind mosaic outputs for immediate incident analysis without disrupting live monitoring. The […]

AVPro Edge has introduced the MXnet CBOX-HA, an all-in-one switcher designed to serve as a single management platform for various AV systems. The device features three operating modes: MXnet 1G, MXnet 10G and Dante Controller. In Dante Controller mode, the CBOX-HA uses the Dante API for discovery, management and signal routing of Dante-enabled devices, including […]

Black Box announced the release of the Emerald Remote App for macOS, a software-based keyboard, video and mouse (KVM) receiver for Apple devices. The app allows Mac users to securely access physical and virtual machines without dedicated receiver hardware. The macOS version joins the existing Windows edition, expanding the capabilities of the Black Box Emerald […]

Sound Control Technologies has released the USB-AMV adapter, a plug-and-play signal converter that combines HDMI and USB into a single USB-C output with DisplayPort Alt Mode and audio support. Designed to address compatibility challenges in hybrid meeting environments, the USB-AMV enables integration between legacy two-cable HDMI/USB systems and modern AV devices that rely on a […]

Jabra is now shipping its PanaCast 40 Video Bar System (VBS), an all-in-one conferencing solution designed for small meeting rooms. The PanaCast 40 VBS supports Microsoft Teams, Zoom and BYOD configurations, and can be managed through Jabra+, the company’s device management platform. The system combines a 180-degree field of view with dual cameras and 4x […]

tvONE has launched Pixel Academy, a new training center aimed at advancing professional skills in audiovisual technology. The academy offers hands-on instruction in signal processing, video distribution and multi-windowing solutions, with the goal of supporting the next generation of AV professionals. Located at tvONE’s R&D Innovation Centre in Maidenhead, about 20 minutes from London Heathrow […]

A new virtual production studio built by Alfalite and Broadcast Digital Service (BDS) is now operational at the ITS Apulia Foundation’s Apulia Digital Lab, located at the Fiera del Levante in Bari. The facility, one of the most advanced digital production environments in Southern Europe, was developed as part of a broader initiative to support […]

RTI has begun global shipments of its new Intelligent Surfaces Remotes, the ISR-4 and ISR-2, designed to deliver enhanced user control for smart home and commercial AV environments. The ISR-4 features a 4-inch touch screen that supports cover art, security camera feeds and lighting controls, alongside customizable soft keys for scene selection. It also includes […]

Disguise has rolled out a major update to Ask AId3n, its AI-powered workflow assistant for the company’s Designer Pro platform. The tool, now enhanced with capabilities to automate complex and repetitive tasks, aims to significantly reduce programming time for live events, virtual productions and other high-volume media environments. The update introduces new features that allow […]

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include Interpath’s role as an advisor to Signagelive and to acknowledge the sell-side deal team. Navori Labs has acquired Signagelive, forming what the companies describe as one of the largest independent, channel-only digital signage CMS platform providers by installed base. The combined entity will operate under the […]

Sennheiser has released Wireless Planner, a free online tool designed to help users quickly configure its wireless microphone systems for education, corporate and live event settings. The browser-based software is tailored for customers deploying SpeechLine Digital Wireless or Evolution Wireless Digital EW-DX systems. Wireless Planner walks users through the configuration process step by step, allowing […]

Williams AV has begun shipping its Infinium broadcast audio system, one of the first professional-grade solutions to feature Auracast, a new Bluetooth LE Audio technology designed to improve how shared audio is experienced in public environments. Infinium has officially received qualification from the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), earning a place on the organization’s Auracast […]

I’m shocked that only one display company has been smart enough to buy a media server company. The irony? You can’t have one without the other. Everything else connected to a projector or monitor is optional — not required. But in the case of a media server, a display — whether it’s a projector, LED, […]

Visionary has named Lisa Peng as its new regional sales manager for Croatia, the Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Turkey, the Nordics and Iberia. Peng will oversee sales growth and partner engagement in these key European markets, working closely with Visionary’s distribution network and systems integrator partners. Peng brings more than 20 years of […]

Extron has released the second edition of its 2025 New Products Brochure, now available for download. The updated catalog introduces a new lineup of AV solutions designed to simplify integration while enhancing performance across signal distribution, collaboration, audio, video processing and control. The brochure includes several additions to the company’s portfolio, such as the NAV […]

Ashton Bentley has entered the USB-C routing market with the launch of its X-Range, a portfolio of connectivity solutions designed to simplify AV setups in meeting spaces of all sizes — from huddle rooms to lecture halls. The new X-Range enables a single USB-C connection to deliver charging, video, audio, USB and networking, streamlining the […]

Zebra Technologies Corp. announced it has agreed to acquire Elo Touch Solutions in a $1.3 billion cash deal, a move the company said will expand its reach into self-service technologies and consumer-facing workflows. The deal, expected to close in 2025 pending regulatory approval and other customary conditions, brings together two complementary portfolios with a shared […]

Theory Audio Design announced it is now shipping its latest Automator software update, offering faster and more flexible setup of surround sound systems on the company’s 8-channel DLC-250.8 loudspeaker controller platform. The new Automator software enables integrators to deploy surround sound configurations — up to 7.1 or 5.1.2 — using either Theory or third-party loudspeakers. […]

Matrox Video on Tuesday announced the launch of ORIGIN Fabric, a low-level C++ software development kit designed to enable asynchronous media content sharing across applications. The SDK, developed over five years and tested in live deployments, is aimed at OEMs and media software developers seeking to improve performance and interoperability without overhauling existing systems. The […]

Extron has introduced Ecofficient, a new initiative designed to identify the company’s energy-efficient audiovisual products in response to the discontinuation of the ENERGY STAR program for commercial AV devices. The Ecofficient mark will appear across multiple Extron product lines, providing system designers, integrators and end users with a consistent indicator of energy-conscious design and engineering. […]