Visionary has introduced the XB5, a USB-C conferencing bridge that enables seamless bring-your-own-device (BYOD) integration into AV-over-IP environments. The XB5 provides a single-cable solution delivering video, audio, Ethernet and charging through one USB-C connection, while integrating natively into Visionary’s 1GbE AV-over-IP ecosystem. Designed for conference rooms, boardrooms, classrooms and other professional audiovisual settings, the XB5 […]

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 […]

Peerless-AV has announced the launch of its SEAMLESS Connect Universal dvLED Mounting System, part of a new line designed to simplify and expand direct-view LED video wall installations. The system supports flat-to-wall and corner dvLED video walls and includes a variety of substructures for scenarios where direct wall mounting isn’t possible. Compatible with most latching […]

VuWall has released a new Q-SYS plug-in for its TRx Centralized Management Platform, enabling direct integration into the Q-SYS audio, video and control ecosystem. TRx is designed for video wall control, AV distribution and KVM operations through a unified interface. The integration allows users to manage VuWall’s TRx platform within the Q-SYS environment without requiring […]

Vivitek has introduced the NovoDisplay DK Series, a new line of All-in-One LCD displays designed for commercial and business environments. The series includes five sizes: 43, 55, 65, 75 and 85 inches (models DK434, DK554, DK654, DK754 and DK854). Here’s a video we shot of it at ISE 2025: Powered by a new high-performance chip […]

Carousel Digital Signage has added support for Sony Professional Displays and Philips Professional TVs that run on Android OS. The Carousel Cloud Player app is now available for download in the Google Play Store. The integration allows organizations to use existing Android TV displays for digital signage without requiring additional external hardware. Users can configure […]

SpinetiX has named UC Technology Partners as its manufacturer’s representative for the Northeastern United States. The firm will cover New York, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Maine, New Jersey, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Vermont and Rhode Island. SpinetiX already maintains a U.S. presence through its team members and its distribution agreement with Exertis Almo. The addition of UC Technology […]

Planar has introduced the DirectLight Essential Series, a new line of Chip-on-Board (COB) LED video wall displays designed for indoor environments with high ambient light. The series offers a cost-effective entry point into fine pixel pitch LED displays and targets applications in retail, hospitality, corporate, education and broadcast settings. Available in 27-inch cabinets with pixel […]

Partnership aims to streamline workflows and enhance security for integrators and event producers Nanolumens and Barco will jointly demonstrate the interoperability of their flagship products at InfoComm 2025, highlighting how Barco CTRL, the company’s control room software platform, integrates with Nanolumens’ Aurora LED image processor. Attendees can view the demonstration at the Nanolumens booth, where […]

New initiative prioritizes open APIs, cloud integration and cross-platform collaboration. A coalition of leading AV manufacturers and technology providers has launched OpenAV Cloud, a new industry initiative aimed at accelerating the shift to cloud-based solutions by championing openness, interoperability and customer-first innovation. Founding members include Sony Electronics, Panasonic, Legrand, Shure, BrightSign and Xyte. OpenAV Cloud […]

Samsung Electronics America and SoundHound AI announced their participation in the 2025 National Restaurant Association Show, an event focused on integrated technologies for quick-service restaurants. SoundHound provides an end-to-end voice AI platform that supports ordering and assistance across front-of-house, back-of-house and off-premise channels, including drive-thru, phone, kiosk, in-vehicle systems and other connected devices. Samsung and […]

Voting for the 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards is now closed. To view the winners, click here. Voting is officially open for the 2025 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards — and as always, we asked you, our readers, to nominate the AV products, brands, programs, and people making the biggest impact right now. Some picks are brand […]

Nanolumens and AUO Display Plus will unveil three new display products at InfoComm 2025, marking the first commercial releases resulting from the strategic partnership announced earlier this year. The new technologies are designed for a range of applications in retail, transportation, corporate environments and digital art. The companies will showcase: SeeThrµ Transparent MicroLED Display: Featuring […]

Gdynia Maritime University in Poland has outfitted its new Sports and Recreation Centre (SRC) with Sony BRAVIA professional displays as part of a broader effort to enhance educational and recreational facilities for students and the local community. The modern complex, also open to residents of the Tricity area, includes a multi-use sports hall, climbing wall, […]

Auburn University is expanding the game-day experience at Jordan-Hare Stadium with a new LED video display in the north end zone, designed and installed by Daktronics of Brookings, South Dakota. The display is set to be operational for the upcoming 2025 football season. The north end zone display will mirror the functionality of the existing […]

Digital Signage Summit (DSS) Europe will return May 21–23 at the Hilton Munich Airport, featuring what organizers say will be its largest speaker lineup to date and several new initiatives aimed at increasing networking and engagement among attendees. Organized by invidis in partnership with Integrated Systems Events, the 2025 edition is headlined by ChromeOS by […]

AVPro Edge has released the AC-MXNET-1G-MV41V2, a 4K multiviewer designed for integration with the company’s MXnet V2 AV-over-IP platform. The MV41V2 is a rack-mounted device with four input channels and HDMI and IP outputs. It includes support for video scaling and advanced EDID management to streamline integration across multiple applications. The product is intended for […]

This month’s Temperature Check survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! In AV, good design isn’t just about sleek installs or high-impact visuals — it’s about who gets to experience them fully. This month, we’re checking in on how often inclusivity and accessibility are considered in real-world AV projects. Whether […]

Lightware has partnered with NETGEAR to simplify AV-over-IP deployment by integrating pre-configured NETGEAR AV switches into Lightware’s signal management workflows. As part of the partnership, NETGEAR’s AV switches are now available through Lightware with custom configuration profiles co-developed by both companies. These profiles aim to eliminate the need for manual setup, allowing integrators and IT […]

LED display manufacturer Absen has opened 20 new showrooms across North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America as part of an effort to expand its international presence and provide localized support to customers worldwide. The new locations include cities in China, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Russia, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Singapore, […]

Applications for the below award and tour opportunities are now closed. Keep an eye out for when we announce awards: We will announce EVONA 2030 Top Ten Awards June 25 and we will announce the Best of InfoComm Awards on June 26.  We’re rolling into InfoComm 2025 with three high-impact programs designed to showcase innovation, […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

eyefactive has launched its new MARS line of interactive touch screens, offering up to 1000 nits of brightness, 40 simultaneous touch points and optical bonding for improved image clarity and durability. Designed for multi-user environments, the MARS displays target sectors such as retail, museums, events and corporate communications. The screens can be mounted on walls, […]

It’s hard to believe, but the final day of LAVNCH WEEK 11 has come and gone — and it wrapped up with a bang. From emerging digital signage strategies and collaborative meeting space design to AI ethics and long-term AV trends, Day Three was jam-packed with insights you don’t want to miss. If you haven’t […]

As the Tampa Bay Lightning host the Florida Panthers in the first round of the NHL’s Eastern Conference playoffs, fans arriving at Amalie Arena are being welcomed by a bold new visual experience. The downtown Tampa venue, which seats 20,000 and hosts concerts and live events in addition to NHL games, recently received a major […]

Hey there, AV pros! Day Two of LAVNCH WEEK 11 is officially in the books, and it was all about education, big visuals, certification, and smart spaces. From reimagining classrooms to designing immersive digital canvases, today’s sessions covered the full spectrum of what’s possible when AV meets innovation. We had a packed lineup — and […]