Kaleidescape has launched a new installment of its Filmmaker Spotlight series, this time in collaboration with director Martin Scorsese. The curated collection includes Scorsese’s favorite films, works by directors who influenced him and categories such as grifter movies, film scores, New York-based cinema and modern classics. The spotlight also features personal commentary from Scorsese and […]

Custom Channels, a business music streaming provider founded in 2000, has been acquired by tech entrepreneur Joe Comer and longtime operations leader Kurt Oleson. The sale by co-founders John Bradley and Dave Rahn comes as the company prepares to launch a new offering at InfoComm 2025 — a no-code music solution designed for digital signage […]

Kwikset has expanded its product line with the launch of the Casey push-button light commercial lever and new storeroom function options for its Milan and Halifax lever collections. Designed for multifamily and light commercial use, the Casey lever features a contemporary design with push-button locking and meets a three-hour UL fire safety rating. It is […]

As the Oakland Athletics prepare to call Sutter Health Park home for the next three seasons, the ballpark has undergone a major AV upgrade to meet Major League Baseball standards. GoVision LLC, based in Argyle, Texas, led the video display overhaul alongside Sacramento’s i5LED. The project centered on a new 10mm LED board in right-center […]

The University of Central Florida has completed the installation of Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) microphones across a range of learning and meeting spaces on its main campus, including combinable classrooms and a large conference room in Millican Hall. UCF selected the ceiling-mounted microphones to address audio coverage challenges in larger or reconfigurable rooms, […]

Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Bar Solutions are now available to U.S.-based end users through the Barco Try-and-Buy program, the company announced. The program allows customers to trial a Barco ClickShare unit paired with either the Sennheiser TC Bar S or TC Bar M for 30 days at no cost. The program was previously available to customers in […]

beyerdynamic has added the DT 770 PRO X studio headphones to its permanent product line, the company announced Monday. The model was originally released in 2024 as a limited-edition product to mark the German audio manufacturer’s 100th anniversary. The DT 770 PRO X features a 48-ohm impedance for compatibility with a range of audio interfaces […]

Telycam has started shipping its Vision+ 4KZ, a professional-grade box camera designed to deliver high-quality 4K video in fixed-position applications where PTZ functionality isn’t required. The Vision+ 4KZ includes a 1/1.8-inch, nine-megapixel CMOS sensor and supports 4K resolution at 60 frames per second. A 20x optical zoom lens, fast auto-focus, and intelligent tracking capabilities — […]

L-Acoustics has announced the launch of the LA1.16i, an ultra-compact, 16-channel amplified controller designed for permanent installations in small and medium-sized venues. The product, which builds on the approach introduced with the LA7.16i, is aimed at making L-Acoustics sound more accessible across a broader range of projects. The LA1.16i delivers 16 channels of amplification in […]

Masimo Corp. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Sound United consumer audio division to HARMAN International for $350 million in cash, the company announced Tuesday. The sale, expected to close by the end of 2025, is part of Masimo’s broader strategy to focus on its core professional healthcare business. HARMAN International is […]

Nanolumens and AUO Display Plus have announced a strategic partnership aimed at advancing the development and deployment of next-generation display technologies across commercial and architectural markets. The agreement brings together Nanolumens, an Atlanta-based LED display manufacturer known for its work in custom, large-format digital signage, and AUO Display Plus, a Taiwan-based display solutions provider with […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Behind the Booth at InfoComm 2025 gives you a front-row seat to the people and products shaping the show floor. In this sponsored series, we sit down with top executives from InfoComm exhibitors to find out what they’re showcasing, which trends they’re watching and how they’re pushing the ProAV industry […]

SoundTube Entertainment is now shipping its new Dante/AES67 IP-enabled PoE in-ceiling speaker, the IPD-CM62-BGM-II-US, designed to meet the requirements of the Buy American Act (BAA) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA). First announced at InfoComm 2024, the speaker is part of SoundTube’s broader initiative to offer U.S.-compliant audio products for government and other federally funded projects. […]

InfoComm 2025 will spotlight digital signage as a core pillar of pro AV innovation when the show returns to the Orange County Convention Center June 7–13, with exhibits running June 11–13. Organized by AVIXA, InfoComm will feature more than 200 digital signage solution providers on the trade show floor, including major brands such as Barco, […]

DPA Microphones will introduce its N-Series Digital Wireless Microphone System to the North American market at InfoComm 2025 in Las Vegas. The company will showcase the system at Booth 4649. Designed for live events, houses of worship, corporate applications and fixed installations, the N-Series is a fully digital, true diversity wideband solution aimed at offering […]

Visionary Solutions has joined the PSNI Global Alliance as a Global Preferred Vendor Partner, expanding its reach in delivering AV-over-IP and IPTV solutions through a network of certified integrators worldwide. By joining the alliance, Visionary will support PSNI’s Certified Solution Providers (CSPs) with IP-based technologies for applications in corporate, healthcare, higher education, hospitality and other […]

DoorBird has integrated Kwikset’s Halo smart locks into its app, allowing users to unlock their doors while on a live DoorBird video call, without switching between platforms. The integration aims to simplify smart home access by combining video intercom and door control into a single interface. DoorBird says the feature improves both functionality and security, […]

Comprehensive Connectivity Company has expanded its Specialist Series Cable line with the addition of Ultra High Speed 8K60 48G HDMI 2.1 cables, now available in lengths up to 10 feet. Designed to meet the demands of AV and IT installations in higher education, K-12, small to midsize businesses and other commercial environments, the Specialist Series […]

Before I dive into the meat of this opinion piece, let me clear something up in case anyone’s unfamiliar with the term: “trunk slammer” is a pejorative used by AV installation pros to describe itinerant jobbers — often solo operators — who lack many of the things you’d typically associate with a professional AV installation […]

We’re back with a packed episode of rAVe [TV], covering everything from touch screens that recognize physical objects (hello, eyefactive MARS) to TAA-compliant tech from Mimo. We’re reminding you that LAVNCH WEEK 11 is still available on demand, plus giving you the inside scoop on Zoom certifications for AVer’s gear and Shure’s Teams-certified IntelliMix Room […]

The Putnam County School System (PCSS) has upgraded its central office communications with new digital signage powered by Philips Professional Displays, a solution provided by PPDS and installed by Howard Technology Solutions. Located in central Tennessee, PCSS is one of the state’s largest school districts, serving more than 12,000 students across 22 schools and employing […]

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America has introduced the PN-LM series AQUOS BOARD collaboration displays, designed for flexibility and ease of use in business and education environments. The series includes 55-inch (54 5/8-inch diagonal) and 43-inch (42 1/2-inch diagonal) models. Running on Android OS 14 with the same user interface as Sharp’s PN-ME series, […]

Verrex announced Tuesday that Bill Chamberlin has been appointed president of the company, effective May 13. Chamberlin, a 20-year veteran of Verrex, most recently served as vice president of global sales and marketing and has held several key leadership roles during his tenure. Chamberlin will succeed longtime CEO Thomas Berry, who is transitioning into the […]

Optoma has unveiled the GT4000UHD, a new compact ultra short throw laser projector designed for gaming and home entertainment. The DLP-based projector delivers 4K UHD resolution and is rated at 4,000 lumens with a contrast ratio of 500,000:1. The GT4000UHD can display a 100-inch image from just 12 inches away, making it a suitable choice […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Behind the Booth at InfoComm 2025 gives you a front-row seat to the people and products shaping the show floor. In this sponsored series, we sit down with top executives from InfoComm exhibitors to find out what they’re showcasing, which trends they’re watching and how they’re pushing the ProAV industry […]

There’s a curious linguistic twist happening in the way we talk about artificial intelligence. As the hype cycles roar on, we’ve started labeling our tools and technologies with increasingly human-sounding traits. One of the buzziest terms in this transformation is “agentic” — a word that sounds freshly coined but actually has deep roots in psychology […]

Fulcrum Acoustic has named Audio Wizard as its exclusive distributor in India, expanding the company’s international footprint and bringing its portfolio of high-performance loudspeakers and immersive audio technologies to one of the world’s fastest-growing AV markets. Audio Wizard, known for its expertise in professional audio system design, deployment and support, has worked across a range […]

GoTo on Tuesday unveiled more than 100 new features for its flagship GoTo Connect platform, introducing advanced omnichannel and AI-powered tools designed to help small and midsize businesses (SMBs) improve communication, simplify workflows and enhance customer engagement. The updates include a revamped unified inbox, expanded mobile functionality and new communication channels such as WhatsApp. According […]

SNA Displays has installed a new network of LED video displays on the facade of One Times Square as part of a major modernization of the historic 25-story tower. Real estate investment and management firm Jamestown selected SNA Displays to upgrade the building’s exterior, incorporating multiple EMPIRE Exterior large-format video displays. Originally built as the […]

Digital Signage Summit (DSS) Europe will return to Hilton Munich Airport from May 21–23, expanding to three days for the first time and bringing a sharpened focus on structural industry shifts like AI and managed services. In a recent announcement, DSS Europe co-host and invidis Managing Director Florian Rotberg previewed the event, calling it “purpose-built […]

The SDVoE Alliance announced that Shenzhen Honestar Electronics has joined as an adopting member, expanding the alliance’s presence within China’s technology and semiconductor markets. Founded in 2000 and based in Shenzhen, Honestar Electronics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Shenzhen Best of Best Holdings Co. The company operates as a component distributor and maintains strategic […]

Mimo Monitors announced that its full lineup of displays, tablets and AV solutions will soon be compliant with the United States Trade Agreements Act (TAA). TAA compliance requires that products be manufactured or substantially transformed in the U.S. or in a country with which the U.S. maintains a trade agreement. This designation is often required […]