Last week’s episode of THE rAVe Esports Show was a special one for me. Not only did we take viewers behind the scenes of our student-led broadcast studio at the College of Esports in London, but I also got to reflect on how surreal it’s been teaching esports on Olympic grounds. Yep, we’re talking about […]

From restaurants and gyms to stadiums and villas on Lake Como — Bose Professional is bringing immersive sound to every corner of the AV world. I speak with Justin O’Connor about the innovations driving this shift and how integrator feedback is shaping the future of pro audio. 

Liberty announced the release of its DS42 TeamUp+ Series Multiscreen BYOM Switcher / Extender, a next-generation collaboration platform designed to simplify connectivity and enhance flexibility across modern meeting and education environments. The DS42 system enables users to connect their laptops or tablets through a single USB-C cable for instant access to displays, cameras, microphones, speakers, […]

Springs Window Fashions announced the acquisition of substantially all assets of Wideband Labs, LLC, doing business as PowerShades, a Missouri-based provider of smart motorized shading and automation solutions. The move is expected to expand Springs’ automation capabilities and reinforce its position within the CEDIA and home technology integration markets. Financial terms were not disclosed. PowerShades […]

Diversified announced that Paul Lidsky has been appointed CEO, expanding his leadership role beyond chairman of the board, a position he has held since 2023. The company said Lidsky will guide the next stage of its growth, focusing on global market expansion and service delivery improvements. “Paul is a highly respected leader with deep expertise […]

Gary and I are back once more — and I’ve been busy watching “Shelby Oaks” and gearing up to see “Frankenstein” in theaters Friday. After Gary insults my taste in media, we cover this week’s latest news. We discuss Biamp’s acquisition of ClearOne intellectual property, Nanolumens’ NanoPanel 55 dvLED launch and Extron’s new NAV E […]

Bose Professional has expanded its presence in the Nordic region with the appointment of Lighthouse Entertainment Ltd. as its exclusive distributor in Finland. The agreement enhances Bose Professional’s ability to serve integrators, venues and system designers with localized sales, support and training. Lighthouse Entertainment brings more than 30 years of experience in Finland’s entertainment technology […]

GoTo, a provider of cloud communications and IT solutions, has introduced GoTo Connect for Education, a new secure, all-in-one communications platform tailored for schools and universities. The offering brings calls, messaging, virtual classrooms and safety alerts together in a centralized application designed to improve connectivity and streamline operations. GoTo Connect for Education aims to help […]

PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, has announced the promotion of Bruce Wyrwitzke to senior director of sales for North America. The move marks a new phase in PPDS’ strategic expansion across the region, building on Wyrwitzke’s five years with the company and 25 years of experience in the AV industry. Wyrwitzke […]

Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) announced the launch of the CyberSecurity Summit, a new addition to its 2026 content program. Scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, in Barcelona, the Summit will bring together AV and cybersecurity leaders to confront growing digital risks affecting connected systems across enterprise, public sector, and venue environments. The announcement comes during […]

Nanolumens has introduced the NanoPanel 55, a 55-inch Full HD direct-view LED (dvLED) display designed to replace standard LCD flat panels in commercial and mission-critical environments. The product debuted at the ACI-NA & ACI World Annual General Assembly, Conference and Exhibition in Toronto, Ontario. The NanoPanel Series brings the advantages of dvLED technology — energy […]

AtlasIED announced the appointment of Cameron Javdani as vice president of market development for security solutions, a move that reinforces the company’s growing focus on integrated communication and life safety technologies. Javdani brings deep experience in both the audio and security sectors, having built a strong reputation through leadership roles centered on market development, channel […]

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has modernized its Classroom K at the Ultuna campus with an integrated Extron AV system that supports both traditional instruction and videoconferencing. The 100-seat space now features a complete Extron solution designed to simplify operations, ensure reliability, and enhance learning flexibility. AV integrator Atea managed the installation as […]

Biamp announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire assets of ClearOne, Inc., including intellectual property and brands. The acquisition enhances Biamp’s portfolio with advanced signal-processing designs and patents that have helped shape the professional audio conferencing industry. For more than 20 years, ClearOne engineers contributed to the development of core technologies in DSP, […]

Extron has announced the NAV E 222 USB-C and HDMI switching encoder, the latest addition to its NAV Pro AV over IP Series. The new encoder adds USB-C input capability and input switching, giving AV system designers greater flexibility to build scalable, high-performance streaming systems. Designed for modern AV environments, the NAV E 222 allows […]

The Sennheiser Group announced a leadership transition that will take effect Jan. 1, 2026. After more than a decade of joint leadership as Co-CEOs, Daniel and Dr. Andreas Sennheiser will take on new roles within the family-owned audio manufacturer. Daniel Sennheiser will become chairman of the board of directors, while Andreas Sennheiser will continue as […]

Alfatron Electronics announced the availability of its ALF-IPK1HE 4K Networked Encoder and ALF-IPK1HD 4K Networked Decoder, a pair of AV-over-IP devices designed for high-quality, low-latency audio and video distribution across networked environments. The combination enables users to transmit lightly compressed 4K signals with lossless visual quality over standard Ethernet, making it well suited for videowalls, […]

Nureva Inc. has named EET Group as its new distributor for Denmark and Norway, strengthening access to its audio conferencing systems across the Nordic region. Headquartered in Birkerød, Denmark, EET Group is one of Europe’s largest value-added IT distributors, operating in more than 20 markets and serving a wide network of AV and IT resellers. […]

The first edition of InfoComm América Latina has concluded, drawing 5,193 verified attendees and 64 exhibitors to the WTC International Exhibition and Convention Center in Mexico City Oct. 22-24. The event, produced by the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association (AVIXA), filled 2,656 net square meters of exhibition space and hosted technology demonstrations from more than […]

Xyte announced that Panasonic Projector & Display Americas, NETGEAR, Planar, Legamaster and ilumento have joined its Connect+ ecosystem, expanding the company’s network of AI-powered connected devices. The additions strengthen the industry’s first open, vendor-agnostic platform that unifies AV, unified communications and IT device management within a single cloud-based environment. The Connect+ ecosystem enables manufacturers, integrators, […]

Local communities across Johannesburg recently came together to celebrate the talent of South Africa’s youth in a performing arts event known as Born to Perform: The Future Takes the Stage. In support of the community-run event, Stage Audio Works (SAW) stepped up to sponsor a PA system, conceived of gear from its group brand, Plus […]

Back in 2020, the iconic Newport Folk Festival introduced a bike powered stage, following the organizers’ desire to incorporate bicycles into the festival experience and provide an alternative power source for performances. Masterminding this was Illiterate Light, a 2-piece rock band from Virginia who had first experimented with the idea of carrying a simple sound […]

Portlantis is an exciting new visitor and exhibition centre for the Port of Rotterdam, located at the port’s western-most point in Maasvlakte, Netherlands. First opened in early 2025, the educational space invites visitors to journey through the port’s 100-year history, experience the port of today, and take a glimpse into the future. This modern, multi-use […]

Delta Live, the award-winning audio supplier, has underlined its position at the forefront of live sound with significant investments in cutting edge audio systems that have been deployed across some of the UK’s most iconic live events and venues. The BBC Proms, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and London’s Roundhouse are all beneficiaries of the company’s investment […]

Integrated Systems Events (ISE) has announced a new strategic partnership with EduTech Cluster and Fira de Barcelona to co-host the 12th edition of EdTech Congress Barcelona, taking place Feb. 4–5, 2026, at the Palau de Congressos in Barcelona. The two-day event will run alongside ISE 2026 and continue its mission to explore how technology can […]

Zones, a global provider of IT solutions and managed services, has announced its official entry into the professional audiovisual (ProAV) industry. The expansion, revealed during the Zones Customer Connect tech experience held at the Porsche Center in Atlanta, signals a major step in aligning AV technologies with Zones’ established IT infrastructure and lifecycle services. “There’s […]

i-PRO Co., Ltd., a global provider of professional security, public safety and medical solutions, announced plans to take over the wholesale and marketing functions for its products in Japan from Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. The transition, expected to conclude on March 31, 2026, will occur following regulatory approval. The restructuring represents a major milestone in […]

Bang & Olufsen is celebrating its 100th anniversary with The Centennial Collection, a trio of special-edition designs that blend the company’s design heritage with modern craftsmanship. The collection includes reimagined versions of three Bang & Olufsen icons — the Beoplay H100 headphones, Beosound A5 portable speaker, and Beosound A9 5th Gen wireless speaker — each […]

Renkus-Heinz has announced the launch of new third-party control plug-in modules for Crestron and Q-SYS systems, developed in collaboration with Control Concepts. The plug-ins are designed to simplify system integration and enhance control across Renkus-Heinz loudspeaker deployments, marking the first in a series of planned control solutions from the company. Known for its loudspeaker technology […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST In AV, you probably hear the saying all the time: “You can have a meeting with no camera, but you can’t have a meeting with no audio.” We live and breathe this saying at this point. In education settings, while it may not be repeated as often, it’s the same […]

I assume that many, if not most, rAVe readers have at least some sales background, even if that’s not their main job role today. Then again, if I were a career technician writing for rAVe, I’d assume most readers were technicians, so that’s probably just my confirmation bias talking. There’s some social baggage that comes […]

Neutrik Americas has launched the NAUSBC-5G-FL series of USB Type-C 5G chassis connectors, expanding its professional connectivity portfolio with a D-size design that integrates high-speed data transfer, robust power delivery and simplified installation. The new connectors feature integrated fly-lead patch cables on the rear, available in four variations with lengths ranging from 10 to 25 […]