Five years ago this March, the COVID-19 pandemic turned our world upside down. We learned a lot during that time — and in the months and years ahead, we’ll need to put those lessons to use. Whether or not you agree with the directives of the new U.S. administration, it’s clear that the White House […]

Jetbuilt, a global provider of AV project sales and management software, has introduced a suite of tools to help integrators manage the pricing instability caused by global tariffs. With trade policies and tariff regulations continuing to shift, Jetbuilt is offering new features to bring clarity and control to what is often a murky pricing process. […]

InfoComm 2025 will host a high-level panel discussion, “2030 Vision: The Future of AV,” featuring influential voices shaping the next era of audiovisual technology. The event takes place Thursday, June 12 at 11 a.m. in the Valencia Ballroom (W415AB) at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The panel will feature Brad Hintze, executive […]

Maono Wave T5 Wireless Lavalier Microphone Maono has released the Wave T5 wireless lavalier microphone, available in four variations — USB Type-C, Lightning, Combo and Camera versions. It is priced starting at $99.99 on Amazon U.S. and on Maono’s website, and £99.99 on Amazon U.K. The Wave T5 features a 120dB maximum sound pressure level […]

Extron has introduced the SSI 100 System Status Indicator, a multi-colored backlit device designed to display room occupancy, activity status, safety protocols and other information. The SSI 100 integrates with Extron control systems, calendar platforms and room occupancy sensors without the need for licensing. It features a two-sided acrylic lens with multi-color backlighting and is […]

The Brad Sousa Impact Fund is accepting applications for grants through May 5, 2025. Grant recipients will be recognized at InfoComm 2025 in Orlando, Florida. The fund honors the legacy of Brad Sousa, the late chief technology officer of AVI Systems and a member of the AVIXA Board of Directors. Sousa was known for his […]

For some windows, motorized shades don’t make sense; it could be that the windows are too narrow for motors or are located where they are seldom if ever used. Well, Draper At Home has introduced UpLift, a line of manual window shades that operate without cords or chains. The cordless design eliminates the risk of […]

Lumio, a cloud-based learning platform developed by SMART Technologies, received the Digital Promise certification for Learner Variability, plus the ISTE Seal in 2025. Both the ISTE Seal and Digital Promise certifications are research-based evaluations that recognize educational tools meeting high standards for quality, effectiveness and equity. The ISTE Seal is awarded to products that align […]

Xyte announced the launch of Connect+ Edge, a new solution that expands device visibility and management for all devices, including those on local networks, within a single interface. With Connect+ Edge, businesses can reduce downtime, prevent costly repairs and proactively address performance issues for their entire device fleet through a single, comprehensive platform. “Finally comprehensive […]

MIAMI, APRIL 15, 2025 ― Renowned Miami-based producer and songwriter Laureano “Lauro” Pardo is making waves in the music industry with his stellar portfolio, which boasts collaborations with some of the biggest names in Latin music, including Arcangel, Myke Towers, Fer Vazquez, and Flor Alvarez. With multiple nominations for GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® Awards and […]

Bustling family-run restaurant enriches the menu with great audio from Genelec Berlin, Germany, April 2025…In the heart of Berlin’s Mitte district, Monsieur Vuong is a thriving family-run restaurant that has brought authentic Vietnamese cuisine to the German capital. Run by brothers Dat and Tan Vuong, along with family friend Andreas Bodenstein, Monsieur Vuong serves fresh, […]

Dante connectivity creates a virtual outboard rack for the show’s associate sound designer, Simon Fox, who now has all the processing he needs at his fingertips LONDON – April 2025 – It may be “secondary school,” or perhaps the “sixth form” there, but whichever the preferred term, the British experience high school much the same […]

98-Screen Field Level Pitch LED Ribbon- Board Among Hundreds of LG DVLED and LCD Displays Being Installed Throughout World-Class Sports and Entertainment Venue ATLANTA, April 16, 2025 — Joining forces to enhance and extend in-stadium fan experiences in exciting new ways, LG Electronics USA and Mercedes-Benz Stadium have announced a multi-year partnership making LG a […]

Visix has released version 1.92 of its AxisTV Signage Suite, adding support for BrightSign Series 5 digital signage players. The update allows users to design presentations and publish content to BrightSign players directly from the Visix content management system, streamlining digital signage workflows. The software now supports BrightSign’s Series 4 and 5 HD, XD and […]

Ayrton has introduced the Stradale Profile, a compact, lightweight luminaire designed to deliver high performance in both indoor and outdoor environments. The new fixture is the first in Ayrton’s 1 Series and part of the company’s Ultimate range. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of Ayrton products in North America. Built around the concept of […]

SecurityBridge has launched an artificial intelligence-powered Code Vulnerability Analyzer aimed at helping SAP developers identify and fix flaws in custom ABAP code. The new tool, part of SecurityBridge’s existing SAP cybersecurity platform, uses AI to analyze and explain code behavior and security risks, offering remediation guidance in real time. “Enriching SAP security expertise with the […]

Federation University is transforming hybrid education across regional Victoria by equipping 45 of its Connected Classrooms with Sennheiser’s TeamConnect Ceiling 2 (TCC 2) microphone systems. The upgrade is part of a broader effort to improve both in-person and remote learning experiences through superior audio quality and streamlined technology integration. Before installing the Sennheiser systems, the […]

This week, I had a new co-host — Tim Albright joined me, and we had plenty to cover. I shared some other impressions from NAB Show 2025, and we talked through some of the biggest stories in AV. We were also joined by David Anderson from Mimo Monitors, who walked us through FlashCast — and […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST The rAVe team is back from NAB Show! As we get back into the swing of things and prepare for InfoComm (geez, how is it mid-April already?), I want us to take a short walk down memory lane. I was lucky enough to spend some time with Datavideo while I […]

It’s that time again — the Readers’ Choice Awards nominations are officially open. Every year, we hand out the rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards live on the InfoComm show floor, and 2025 in Orlando will be no different. But first, we need your nominations. You’ve got until May 1 to tell us who or what deserves […]

Korbyt has integrated NFS Technology’s Rendezvous room-booking solution, now called Korbyt Booking, into its Korbyt Anywhere workplace experience platform. The move follows Korbyt’s acquisition of NFS Technology last year and is aimed at supporting the operations of law firms. The integrated platform offers the following features: Attorneys know which offices are available instantly. Korbyt Booking […]

Listen Technologies has named Stephen Robinson as its Eastern regional sales manager. Robinson has worked in AV throughout his career, including roles as a systems design engineer, AV consultant and consultant liaison at Crestron. Before joining Listen Technologies, he was a business development manager at a systems integration firm. He has experience supporting government, education […]

Munich, Germany, April 2025 – The new SAP Garden in Munich is an impressively space-age 50,000 m² multifunctional sports venue, home to both the EHC Red Bull München Hockey and FC Bayern München Basketball teams. Opened in September of 2024, the arena was designed to revolutionise the fan experience through the implementation of innovative and, […]

Ballpark Transformed with 11 Digital Signage Displays Including Main Videoboard and Ribbon Boards Spanning more than 9,000 Square Feet BOSTON, Mass., April 8, 2025 – LG Electronics is strengthening its leadership in the global commercial display market by providing state-of-the-art display solutions to Fenway Park, the home of the Boston Red Sox and the oldest […]

NATICK, MA, April 8, 2025 — Ritsumeikan University, one of Japan’s leading private institutions, has taken a bold step in redefining media education with the installation of Genelec’s monitoring solutions. With a focus on immersive audio and hands-on learning, the university’s School of Film and Media Studies now features multiple high-spec facilities equipped with Genelec’s […]

MIAMI, APRIL 3, 2025 ― Carlitos Lopez (Carlos Fernando Lopez) is a GRAMMY®- and Latin GRAMMY-winning producer, composer and conductor who seamlessly bridges the worlds of classical and popular music. Among Lopez’s notable works is co-producing Bad Bunny’s 2023 hit single “Nadie Sabe,” which features a full orchestral accompaniment to the artist’s electrifying music. Most […]

MIAMI, MARCH 24, 2025 — When Univision presented the 37th annual Premio Lo Nuestro at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Professional Wireless Systems (PWS) was onsite to handle frequency coordination and supply all wireless microphones, IFBs, IEMs and intercom for this year’s Latin music awards show. PWS managed frequency coordination and equipment for the entertainment […]

If you’re looking for a comprehensive recap of all the products and software suites announced at the just-completed NAB Show – this article ain’t it. Plenty of people (including the team here at rAVe) have already covered the press releases and booth announcements. For many years now – including this one – the NAB conference […]

Sony Electronics Inc. has released version 2.5.0 of its software development kit (SDK) for the company’s glasses-free 3D Spatial Reality Displays — the 15.6-inch ELF-SR1 and the 27-inch ELF-SR2. The update, part of Sony’s XYN (/zin/) brand, enhances compatibility with key design, game engine, and visualization platforms while improving performance and usability. The new SDK […]

Comprehensive Connectivity Company, a trusted manufacturer of commercial connectivity solutions for the ProAV/IT markets since 1974, has introduced the CDA-1248GAE, an HDMI 8K60Hz 1×2 distribution amplifier and splitter with audio extraction and EDID management. Part of Comprehensive’s ProAV/IT Integrator Series™, the CDA-1248GAE distributes one HDMI source to two displays simultaneously, supporting resolutions up to 8K […]

If Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) ever returns to its former home in Amsterdam, visitors can expect a better audio experience at the RAI Forum—thanks to a full amplifier upgrade built around Powersoft’s Unica platform. The RAI Amsterdam Forum, a premier venue for international conferences and events, recently overhauled its aging audio infrastructure to ensure reliable, high-quality […]

For Vida Huang, a third-year MFA lighting designer at the University of California San Diego (UCSD), lighting her final production, The Rogues’ Trial, meant more than just illuminating the stage — it meant guiding the audience through shifts in time, place and reality. Presented at the 400-seat Mandell Weiss Forum, the show is a Brazilian […]