Palmer Digital Group is now shipping its battery-operated digital signage kiosks for retail and hospitality settings, including quick-serve and fast-casual restaurants. Available in single- or dual-sided models, the new Digital Portable Poster comes in four screen sizes — 24, 32, 43 and 50 inches — and includes customizable color options and caster configurations for mobility. […]

ProjX360 announced a new invoicing update designed to better support accrual-based accounting practices for AV integration firms. The upcoming release will introduce three invoice types — Request for Payment, Standard and Delivery — allowing integrators to bill by milestones, product delivery or completed work. The new invoicing module aims to align accounting with operational workflows […]

ViewSonic has introduced the LDP Series, a line of 4K all-in-one Direct View LED displays available in 136-, 163- and 217-inch sizes. The new models use chip-on-board technology to deliver smaller pixel pitches for higher image clarity, as well as improved durability and energy efficiency. The displays feature a 10,000:1 contrast ratio and wide viewing […]

Atomos introduced the Ninja TX, the latest addition to its Ninja monitor-recorder lineup. Unlike previous models that offered only HDMI, the Ninja TX includes both HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI inputs and outputs, as well as integrated Wi-Fi and AirGlu timecode technology. The 5-inch device features a new industrial design that improves thermal efficiency, reduces weight […]

Peerless Industries has appointed Earl Naegele and Tom La Porta to key sales leadership roles in support of its Neptune outdoor AV brand, the company announced Tuesday. Naegele has been named head of custom integration, retail and e-commerce sales, while La Porta will serve as inside sales manager for those same segments. Both will focus […]

Absen and Versatile have jointly unveiled what they say is the world’s largest monolithic LED virtual production stage, located at the new Versatile AI Virtual Film Base. The curved, 270-degree LED screen measures 50 meters in diameter and 12 meters high. The total stage area spans 5,000 square meters, with the LED display covering about […]

Extron has partnered with CENTEGIX, a provider of rapid incident response technology, to integrate the CENTEGIX Safety Platform with the Extron GlobalViewer Campus Communication Suite. The collaboration is designed to bolster campus-wide communication and safety protocols for K–12 schools. The combined solution merges Extron’s communication and AV control platform — which includes bells, PA announcements, […]

Planar has appointed Filip Cogghe as vice president of sales, marketing and service for Europe, the company announced. Cogghe brings more than 25 years of experience in the AV and display technology industries. Prior to joining Planar, he served as sales director for global and strategic corporate sales at Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe GmbH, […]

PPDS, the global provider of Philips Professional Displays, has partnered with Nordic TV and streaming provider Allente to expand entertainment offerings for hotel guests across Scandinavia. The collaboration brings Allente’s fully integrated hotel app to Philips MediaSuite TVs in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. The app, available exclusively in the region, provides guests with flexible, […]

Flock Audio released version 1.1.3 of PATCH APP DX, the control software for its lineup of all-analog, digitally controlled patchbays. The latest update introduces four new features: Bypass Processing, Quick A/B, Auto-Save and Auto-Hardware Backup. PATCH APP DX v1.1.3 is designed to streamline workflow and enhance session recall capabilities. The new Bypass Processing tool allows […]

Jetbuilt announced that its 6th Annual Global User Summit will take place Oct. 16–17 at the Kimpton Aertson Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. The two-day event is designed for Jetbuilt users to explore the platform in depth through hands-on sessions, open dialogue and networking with industry peers. Company representatives — including founder Paul Dexter, Tom Peters […]

Hisense has released a Control4 driver for its VIDAA smart TVs, allowing integration into Control4-powered home automation systems. Developed in collaboration with Chowmainsoft, the new driver enables IP-based control of core television functions such as power, volume, input switching, transport control and channel selection. It also supports app launching, including services like Netflix, YouTube, Prime […]

Boom Collaboration has introduced the Boom ARC, a new dual host connectivity hub designed to simplify switching between Bring Your Own Meeting (BYOM) setups and traditional in-room conferencing systems. The ARC functions as a smart bridge for automatic host switching. It includes USB-C with power delivery, HDMI support and a range of flexible I/O ports. […]

Part of the reason this post is titled the way it is: I’m nodding to an old aphorism — “complaining without offering a solution is just whining.” And yes, I’ll admit up front that I don’t have a solution for what I’m complaining about. The news this month? Google will no longer support the first- […]

On today’s episode of rAVe [TV], Gary and I revisit the wild world of AI aggregation and how misinformation (and Coldplay?) is being disseminated in real time. Then we’re joined by Joel Mulpeter, director of product marketing at Crestron, to break down the brand’s biggest InfoComm hits and what’s coming next. Plus: a new portable […]

Disguise just raised the bar for live event visuals with the launch of X1, a portable version of its Designer software. Built for creators delivering small-to-medium concerts, theater productions and branded experiences, X1 allows users to run 4K content straight from a laptop — no proprietary media server required. Already battle-tested at Rockfest Germany (Bullet […]

Questex’s Digital Signage Experience has opened nominations for the 2025 Digital Signage Experience Awards, also known as the DIZZIES. The awards recognize outstanding digital signage projects and the individuals behind them and will be presented at DSE 2025, scheduled for Oct. 19–21 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in San Diego. The DIZZIE Awards highlight […]

SNA Displays and BBI Engineering partnered to provide LED display technology for three exhibits at the newly built World Heritage Center in San Antonio, Texas. The exhibits were conceived by G&A, a creative firm specializing in transformative experience design. Through dynamic video technology, each display integrates traditional imagery and color to enhance the visitor experience. […]

This article features the audiovisual industry’s role in this dramatic trilogy — and serves as a polite wake-up call to the industry and manufacturers. Every great movement in history eventually hits that awkward moment when the hype train pulls into the reality station. Esports is no different. Once the underdog of digital entertainment, it’s now […]

Valens announced its VA7000 chipsets are embedded in the MIPI A-PHY platform from D3 Embedded, bringing long-reach, EMI-resilient connectivity to advanced embedded vision systems. D3’s A-PHY platform supports a range of benefits for system integrators and developers, including electromagnetic interference (EMI) resilience, long cable reach and compatibility with cost-effective cabling. On the compute side, the […]

K-array has introduced a new online e-learning platform offering free training on its audio products and technologies. The courses are AVIXA-certified, allowing participants to earn Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) Renewal Units while expanding their expertise in audio system design and integration. “The launch of our e-learning platform is a natural evolution of our commitment to […]

QuickLink has launched two new control panels — StudioPro Proton and StudioPro Fusion — designed to offer powerful live production control in both compact and large-scale broadcast environments. StudioPro Proton is a professional-grade control panel optimized for small-scale and mobile workflows. Measuring just 12.9 inches wide and weighing 3.3 pounds, Proton is designed for portability […]

In Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet,” Juliet famously muses, “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Lovely sentiment. But Juliet never had to set up a conference room before a board meeting. In the AV industry, names matter. In fact, they often become shorthand for […]

LG Electronics has introduced a 105-inch LG CreateBoard with a 21:9 aspect ratio and 5K (5120 x 2160) resolution, designed for Microsoft Teams Rooms using the Front Row layout. The new model, 105TR5WP, expands LG’s CreateBoard lineup to include six display sizes, ranging from 55 to 105 inches, covering a wide range of meeting and […]

Shelly Group has announced the availability of its new Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) product line, with nine devices now shipping. The ZWLR protocol is designed for extended wireless coverage, offering up to 1.5 miles of range in ideal conditions and support for up to 4,000 devices on a single network. It is also backward-compatible with […]

Extron is now shipping the DTP3 IN2004 Series, a family of four-input scalers that combine professional-grade video and audio processing, switching, and signal extension. The series includes three models designed for different integration needs: DTP3 IN2004 DI/DO: HDMI and DTP3 inputs and outputs DTP3 IN2004 DO: HDMI inputs with HDMI and DTP3 outputs IN2004: All […]

Plugable has released the PS-6CC, a six-port USB-C charger designed to work with existing USB-C power supplies ranging from 18W to 100W. The device uses Plugable’s proprietary PriorityShare technology to intelligently distribute power across connected devices while maintaining fast charging performance. Unlike traditional multi-port chargers that rely on proprietary power bricks, the PS-6CC allows users […]

PlexusAV has signed a distribution agreement with AVIT Vision to expand the availability of its AV-over-IP product line in Spain and Portugal. “We are beyond excited to have signed AVIT Vision as our distributor for Spain and Portugal,” said Steven Cogels, global director of business development at PlexusAV. “AVIT Vision has an amazing array of […]

For years, Church Unlimited has aimed to create powerful worship experiences that resonate with every person in the room. But as its Corpus Christi, Texas, campus grew, the church found itself working around the limits of a 20-year-old PA system that could no longer deliver the clarity, consistency or impact needed for modern worship. Determined […]

Vizrt has entered the managed services and production management markets with the launch of Vizrt Managed Services, a new offering designed to help customers offload the technical and operational complexity behind live production. Targeting broadcasters, event producers and corporate teams, Vizrt Managed Services delivers flexible, expert-led support across five key areas. The goal, according to […]

3G Productions LLC, a Las Vegas-based live events company, has launched UsedGear.com — a new website offering pre-owned professional audio, video, lighting and rigging equipment. The site, which went live on July 1, features gear retired from 3G’s rental inventory as well as equipment resold by the company’s integration clients following upgrades and retrofits. UsedGear.com […]

In Waxahachie, Texas, the Ellis County Courthouse stands as a historic centerpiece of Romanesque Revival architecture. Completed in 1897, the building features detailed ornamentation and contrasting masonry, reflecting the craftsmanship of its time. As the county has grown to nearly 200,000 residents, the courthouse has evolved to meet modern demands, including a recent overhaul of […]