If you attended, followed up on, and/or heard anything about Zoomtopia, you are aware that their big push is all about AI. No surprise here, as every company is currently doing an AI push. For me, this landed in my feed at the same time as the Harvard Meta AI study. All I could think […]

NDI announced the expansion of its global footprint with a new innovation hub in Lisbon, Portugal, and the appointment of industry veteran Don Shaver as business development director. Operating in 40 global markets, including North America and Sweden, NDI continues to expand its reach. The Lisbon hub will spearhead efforts to “scale operations and foster […]

Charlotte Motor Speedway has unveiled one of the world’s largest LED displays as an enhancement to its race-day fan experience. Constructed and installed by GoVision, a provider of experiential services delivered through large-scale video displays, the screen measures a whopping 200 feet wide by 77 feet high, placing it among the 15 biggest LED screens […]

  In Episode 188 of rAVe [TV], Emily Dean and I are diving into the week’s biggest industry updates! Join us for the scoop on Acuity Brands’ acquisition of QSC (including some insights from Gary Kayye), and highlights on a few products like Cisco’s AI-powered UCC solutions and Crestron’s latest 5K USB-C offering. We also […]

Exertis Almo entered a distribution partnership with Bosch Security and Safety Systems. As per the agreement, Bosch’s respected family of audio brands, including Electro-Voice (EV) and Dynacord are now available through Exertis Almo. Featured Dynacord and Electro-Voice Products Available Through Exertis Almo: Dynacord U Series — Features six ultra-compact, cost-effective mixer and power amplifier models, […]

Sony Electronics has released the software development kit (SDK) version 2.4.0 for its Spatial Reality Displays (SRD), adding new tools and features. With the addition of multi-display support, viewer log functionality and extended development platform compatibility, this update “allows content creators to produce even more immersive content,” according to the company. SDK version 2.4.0 introduces […]

University of Staffordshire has created a state-of-the-art esports broadcasting course with the support of Panasonic and its long-term partner, Digital Garage. This will enable the university to run esports events, accommodate more students onto the course and position itself as a leader in academic esports broadcasting. University of Staffordshire was the first university to launch […]

Grimani Systems introduced a new subwoofer, the Psi v3. With the same performance and compact form factor as its predecessors, the Psi and Psi v2, is a new design form, with recessed drivers and smoothed edges. While maintaining its original 8” depth, Psi v3 can now be concealed right behind stretched fabric and acoustically transparent […]

CEDIA launched a new tiered membership structure designed to provide members with tailored benefits and unmatched value. Effective Jan.1, 2025, integrator members will be able to join at the Starter, Professional or Premium levels. CEDIA’s membership tiers are designed to build progressively, offering increasing value at each level. The tiers include: CEDIA Starter Member: Your […]

Nice announced OS 8.9 over-the-air (OTA) update is now available through Management Cloud. Designed to unify connected devices it adds customizable themes, settings and geofencing features. Users can now manage their home’s media, climate, lighting and security with a system that supports whole-home control with new themes and for all interfaces, including the HR40 remote […]

At InfoComm this past June, just about everyone wanted to visit the new Las Vegas Sphere and experience it for themselves. One integrator even hosted a party there. The Sphere has quickly become one of the most talked-about attractions on the Strip, drawing attention for its futuristic design and cutting-edge technology. Whether you’re passing by […]

  Bracknell, UK. 17th October 2024 – Panasonic Connect Europe donated leading 1-Chip DLP™ laser projectors to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) to help stage its summer production and train the next generation of theatre professionals. The production – the satirical comedy musical “Urinetown” by Mark Hollman and Greg Kotis – took place in RADA’s largest venue, […]

Video wall specialists Ultimate Visual Solutions (UVS) has launched a new generation of its Lucidity controllers to meet the demands of modern control rooms. The new expanded range of controllers is faster and more powerful, using very latest CPU (Central Processing Unit) processing power. The relaunched Lucidity range includes: A new WBC30 controller – a […]

Stade Toulousain Rugby Club entertains fans with improved LED video display system BROOKINGS, S.D. – Oct. 21, 2024 – Daktronics has partnered with Pekason, an audiovisual systems provider in France, to design, manufacture and install a new LED display system for Ernest-Wallon Toulouse Stadium, home of the iconic State Toulousain Rugby Club in Haute-Garonne, France. […]

Piscataway, NJ — October 16, 2024 – As the festival season hit high gear in 2024, the TT+ AUDIO GTX line array system by RCF took center stage, delivering an unparalleled audio experience that had sound reinforcement professionals and festival-goers alike raving. Designed with cutting-edge technology and engineered for peak performance, the GTX PA system […]

SAN ANTONIO, October 17, 2024 –– Continuing to advance the guest experience at leading hotels, LG Business Solutions USA has announced the introduction of a new line of premium OLED 4K UHD Smart Hotel televisions. LG will demonstrate this new line at The Hospitality Show in San Antonio, TX October 28-30 in booth #1713. “Our new […]

Labor Day weekend saw the quiet mountain town of Telluride, Colorado transformed into the epicenter of global cinema for the 51st annual Telluride Film Festival. For the 24th year, Meyer Sound supported the festival as Signature Sponsor and Cinema Sound Partner. Together, they brought state-of-the-art cinema sound technologies to the festival’s marquee cinemas, delivering an […]

Culver City, California, October 16, 2024 — In 1992, the Sony Pictures Post Production Services sound team installed the first of many Harrison MPC film re-recording consoles, the product of a design collaboration between the manufacturer and Jeff Taylor, chief engineer at the studio’s Culver City facility, amongst others. Thirty years on, post-production workflows have […]

LG Business Solutions patterned with Kokomo Solutions Inc. (Kokomo24/7) to bring paired solutions for health, safety and operational efficiency to educational institutions. This collaboration combines LG’s hardware with Kokomo’s software platform to form paired solutions targeted to customers in the education market, from K-12 schools through colleges and universities, across the United States. The Kokomo […]

PPDS (aka: Philips Professional Displays) announced the latest expansion of its North American business, with the grand opening of its stunning new PPDS Master Showroom experience center on the outskirts of New York City. Located in Fairfield, NJ — a short drive from Midtown Manhattan – the new multidisciplinary venue is the second PPDS Master […]

Biamp announced that its line of medium and large room conferencing bundles has received Microsoft Teams Room certification. Featuring the TesiraFORTÉ and Devio audio processors, features include AI noise reduction to suppress distracting background noises and Biamp Launch. Biamp Launch identifies and configures every device in the system, performs a tuning cycle, measures acoustic characteristics […]

BY: Nancy Knowlton First, a caveat. My comments about a new breed of audio buyers are based on what I see and experience versus a global statement about the market more generally. At Nureva, we talk to people who want to talk to us because our message resonates with them. We see them as a […]

Snap One, now part of ADI, announced a refresh of the Episode Surroundscape Landscape speaker series that incorporates new features to improve performance, design, as well as installation ease and operation. The new Surroundscape series replaces the original Episode Landscape speakers with familiar model sizes, subwoofers and mounting hardware to suit diverse outdoor environments. Key […]

Samsung Electronics announced that six Samsung Onyx cinema LED displays have been installed at the Pathé Palace theater in Paris, France. Together with The Wall, an 8K screen installed in the lobby and Smart Signage around the cinema, Samsung displays will raise the bar on the entire moviegoing experience. Completely renovated over five years, the […]

Jetbuilt appointed Davinder Singh Rai as Director of Business Development for EMEA. With over 20 years of experience in the AV and IT sectors, Davinder brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership and market insight to Jetbuilt as it continues to expand its global presence across Europe and the Middle East. Davinder joins Jetbuilt after a […]

Cleerline Technology Group introduced a 60-meter (197 feet) SSF Ultra High-Definition HDMI Active Optical Cable (AOC) engineered for longer distance applications. Embedded with SSF fiber optic technology within the HDMI form factor, these 60-meter cables support up to 10K resolution and 48 Gbps bandwidth. Cleerline SSF Active Optical Cables include the latest HDMI 2.1 features, […]

Digital analyst, author and visionary Brian Solis will take the stage at ISE 2025 on Tuesday, Feb. 4, to present the Opening Keynote. Known for his insights into the intersection of technology, business and culture, Solis will share his vision on how the ProAV and systems integration industry can change and innovate through the latest […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Aaron Doughten PlexusAV Over the past year, the ProAV market has experienced a seismic shift with the advent of IPMX (Internet Protocol Media Experience). This transformation is not just about learning what IPMX is but recognizing its immense benefits and now building solutions based on this new standards-based technology. […]

Meta moves to first place in video-to-text imaging with the launch of Movie Gen for AI-enabled content creators We’ve all been impressed by the very first text-to-video AI, with how AI can now use simple text inputs to transform our imaginations into a unique video. Now Meta’s Movie Gen moves the needle forward, outperforming the […]

Today at WebexOne, Cisco unveiled new AI-based solutions for UCC including Cisco Spatial Meetings, Ceiling Microphone Pro, a new Cisco AI Assistant for Webex capabilities and more. Cisco Spatial Meetings aims to turn any space equipped with a Cisco Room Bar Pro into an immersive studio and deliver spatial video to Webex for Apple Vision […]

Nice announced its new Nice Video Doorbell with features like Auto Discover/Auto Configure and integration with the Nice Home Management platform to provide the homeowner with “reliable surveillance access across multiple devices.” Using Nice intelligent touch panels, HR40 remotes or mobile devices, homeowners can monitor their front door, interact with visitors and control playback from […]

Hunter Douglas expanded its PowerView Automation portfolio with the introduction of PowerView Motorized Drapery Hardware. The new drapery motor offers seamless, hands-free drapery control alongside PowerView shades, blinds and shutters. Custom integrators and homeowners can now effortlessly manage all window treatments through one unified system using the PowerView App or popular smart home platforms such […]