Epiphan Video just unveiled the AV.io HD — something they are calling a video grabber that lets you capture video from HDMI, DVI and VGA sources. AV.io HD is a video capture device that lets anyone easily connect their device with a HDMI, DVI or VGA output, including cameras, laptops, tablets, projectors, game consoles, and […]

Believe it or not, we’ve had a mobile app for three years. But, it was designed and developed for the iPhone 4 and iOS 6. So, it was time to re-design everything. We started from scratch and looked at the top five news apps on the market and come up with a simple-to-navigate but powerful […]

Aurora Multimedia unveiled its V-Tune Pro 4K Tuner at InfoComm. Designed for systems requiring IPTV, ATSC, QAM, NTSC or PAL formats, Aurora Multimedia’s V-Tune Pro 4K provides the additional capability of decoding MPEG2, MPEG4, VC-1, H.264 and H.265 with resolutions up to 4096×2160 at 60Hz via both RF and LAN access. Featuring an integrated 4K […]

Triad’s InRoom Silver LR-H is a loudspeaker that combines traditional front firing-drivers with an integrated Dolby Atmos enabled module that directs sound towards the ceiling.  Utilizing two front-firing 6.5-inch drivers with a 1-inch tweeter, along with an upward firing top array comprised of four 3-inch drivers, the Silver is a step-up in size and power-handling […]

FX Luminaire has announced the release of the new BQ, an LED fixture that was designed to withstand outdoor elements. The BQ was designed to meet the needs of residential design build contractors who were looking for a high-quality light to illuminate grilling areas and cooking surfaces. It completes the hardscape lighting plan, offering a […]

James Loudspeaker has added a new series of slim, 3″-profile, full-range SoundBars called the SLT3 Series. Intended for vertical applications on either side of a TV, the compact 3.15-inch wide/4.75-inch deep form factor (height measurement customized for each TV) uses four proprietary 3.5-inch aluminum woofers. The James Loudspeaker SLT3CS sound bar pair provides audio for […]

Everyone knows — even though Denon doesn’t name them by name, that HEOS is targeted at taking over the SONOS market. And, to do that, Denon was short one critical component that the company just launched: a soundbar. And, to take another shot at SONOS, Denon also launched a subwoofer. Denon’s new HEOS HomeCinema wireless […]

Channel Vision is shipping its new Network Video Recorder (NVR) adding more focused control, high-quality, reliable video recording and more options to integrate with existing systems than other NVRs on the market. The new NVR operates in four-channel mode and is designed for functionality and versatility in its various compatibility modes. Users can scan their […]

Araknis Networks has announced that its 300-series switches line is enabled for the cloud-based OvrC app. OvrC (pronounced over-see) is an innovative cloud app designed to streamline the integrator’s life. Araknis Networks and OvrC are brand divisions of Charlotte-based SnapAV, a designer and manufacturer of more than 1,800 electronic home solutions for residential and commercial […]

Milestone AV Technologies and SurgeX have just announced a new partnership that they’ll roll out at InfoComm. We predict the next step will be a buyout. The two companies are developing a new line of power protected infrastructure solutions exclusive to the Chief brand. This initial offering combines SurgeX’s surge protection technology, power and filtering […]

Crestron has announced that Autonomic Mirage Music Players now natively integrate with Crestron Pyng. Integrators can now deliver PANDORA, Rhapsody, SiriusXM, Spotify, Slacker Radio, Deezer, TuneIn and other streaming audio sources to every room in the house without even opening a laptop. Crestron control technology is built in to Autonomic Mirage Media Server 5A/2A models, […]

By now you have probably heard the buzz about high dynamic range, or HDR. But you may also be wondering if this is something you need to know more about, how it might impact your business and when. This article may help a little in answering these questions. First of all, what is HDR? In […]

Bryston has announced the introduction of a proprietary Integrated Audio Device (IAD) for the BDP-2 Music Player. The new IAD delivers improved specifications and replaces the current two-piece third-party sound card and SPDIF interface module (AES/BNC) utilized in the BDP-2. All new BDP-2 players are currently shipping with the new IAD installed, and legacy BDP-2 […]

ESP/SurgeX announced this month the Axess Manager Platform, a mobile power monitoring and management system that pairs with every IP enabled device on a network, including SurgeX Axess, Axess Elite and Axess Ready products, to create a smart and accessible energy management system available. SurgeX is also announcing shipping of its Axess Elite for international […]

Soundcast, manufacturer of wireless music systems announced this month the sale of the company to a private equity investment firm, Hancock Park Associates (HPA). The firm also appointed consulting company The OAC Group to manage Soundcast, making them responsible for marketing and sales strategy, new product development, engineering, customer service/support systems and finances. The OAC […]

A few weeks back, I wrote an overview of Sengled’s new Boost, a combination LED bulb and Wi-Fi extender. At the time the product was just announced, and wasn’t yet available. Once it became available, Sengled was kind enough to furnish me with a unit in order to do an actual product review. To recap, […]

Meridian’s new range of compact in-wall and in-ceiling loudspeakers is dubbed the DSP320. Like Meridian’s current DSP520, the company claim the DSP320 has been introduced specifically to deliver wide dispersion for maximum listening area, with minimum unwanted diffraction thanks to careful baffle and grille design. The on-board DSP provides thermal and dynamic bass protection and […]

By Yoonsung Chung DisplaySearch UHD (4K) resolution is becoming mainstream in the high-end TV market. UHD TV panel shipments reached only 63K in 2012, but jumped to 19M in 2014. IHS forecasts 4K TV panel penetration will double in 2015, reaching 15%. Penetration is forecast to increase to over 30 percent in 2018. But as […]

The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), the owner and producer of the International CES Show, today announced that verified attendance at the 2015 International CES reached a record 176,676 industry professionals with 48,833 coming from outside of the U.S. The 2015 CES also set a number of other records, including more than 3,600 exhibitors, more than […]

When business owners think about education and training for their employees, the most obvious reason for training is to equip employees with the necessary skills and abilities to perform their job to a minimum standard of competence. But there are more important reasons than that, not least of which is the ability to excel, and […]

Crestron’s AIR line of Landscape Speakers (LS4T and LS6T) and In-ground Subwoofer (IGS82T) include selectable 8-ohm, 70-volt or 100-volt operation as well as the ability to be attached to a post or wall, or secured directly into the landscape using the 18-inch mounting stakes provided. These extra-long stakes allow the speakers to be implanted into […]

Mark your calendar for October 14-17, 2015, when CEDIA EXPO will descend upon the Lone Star State for the first time in several years. The Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas will host thousands of home technology professionals for the industry’s most wall-to-wall week of product news, training, networking, and more. And CEDIA EXPO […]

Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) has started their T3x wireless controller – a two-way controller that includes video intercom capabilities, a haptic feedback touchscreen, and grip sensors while sustaining an incredibly sleek design and a lower price than its predecessor. RTI’s T3x remote control is promoted as being completely customizable with a 3.5-inch LCD touchscreen interface […]

Joy Carpets & Co. continues to expand its Any Day Matinee Collection with new introductions for Spring 2015. These unique styles have broad appeal and range from whimsical and casual to sophisticated and modern. A first in the floor covering industry, Any Day Matinee allows homeowners to break free from the mainstream and express personal […]

Extron has launched the SM 28 SpeedMount Surface Mount Speaker, a two-way speaker with a patent pending, concealed wall mounting system. It features an 8″ (20.3 cm) woofer with dual tuned ports and a 1.1″ (2.8 cm) tweeter. The SM 28 provides a frequency range from 59 Hz to 22 kHz, and a power rating […]

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) has opened nominations for a new Humanitarian Award that will recognize a company or individual who is working to improve life at home for those with special needs. “Our industry was formed by passionate individuals and companies seeking to improve and enhance the lifestyles of their clients […]

According to Pakedge, the WK-1 is an enterprise-grade 802.11ac wireless access point with a built-in 2×2 radio (claiming speed three times the speed and throughput of wireless-N access points). Available in white, making it ideal for most indoor installations, the new wireless-AC access point can also be painted to blend in to almost any architectural […]

Beale Street Audio is broadening its product line to include Beale Xpress, a line of amplifiers, subwoofers and speakers designed for integration and featuring its Sonic Vortex Technology. The line includes residential audio solutions, 70/100v speakers for commercial applications and products for the international market. Initial Beale Xpress speaker offerings will include: 4, 6.5 and […]

Not long ago I was chatting with my friend Aaron Craig, owner of NT Designs, a freelance automation programming company. One of the themes in our discussion was that “plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose” (the more things change, the more they stay the same). The touchscreens that programmers are creating GUIs for […]

DVDO today announced the iScan Micro, which is basically a cable-dongle that converts SD and HD signals up to 4k @ 60Hz (according to DVDO’s specs). The iScan Micro incorporates DVDO’s VRS ClearView technology, which it says uses a “studio-grade 4K Ultra HD adaptive scaling engine,” as well as other noise reduction and picture enhancement […]

Pakedge Device & Software has announced the launch of the Pakedge Custom Engineering program. This program gives systems integrators the opportunity to embed their custom configurations into the router firmware itself. In addition, integrators can co-brand their logo into the router’s graphical unit interface (GUI) and onto the unit label. In contrast to loading a […]

Control4 Corporation has introduced a line of 4K Ultra HD matrix switchers (designed by leaf) that they are specifying as fully HDCP 2.2 compliant. Available for order today, the new line of Control4 4K UHD Matrix Switches claims to provide the ability to distribute 4K content, including copy-protected content, to every room in the Control4 […]