The Little Things

Working in experiential technology, I am often working on large, immersive environments, with curved LED, LIDAR, spatial audio, and custom content. Many of these environments also include custom fabrication and specialized content, making the projects complex at times. There are several layers to any experience. The end user experience (audience), the operator experience (presenter), the […]

The Little Things

Announcing the 2024 Winners of rAVe’s Best of InfoComm Awards

We’ve been giving away our Best of InfoComm Awards for a long time — since before my time at rAVe. And every year, after InfoComm, the team sits down and discusses the products that stuck out to us. Not ~just~ because they’re cool (but these are all really cool), but because of the potential they […]

Announcing the 2024 Winners of rAVe’s Best of InfoComm Awards

rAVe [TV] Episode 167.2: InfoComm 2024 Day 2

Gary and I offered more show-floor thoughts on Day 2 of InfoComm 2024, live from the Shure booth. Featuring guests Chris Lyons from Shure, Rochelle Richardson from AVIXA, Kevin Henneman from KMH Integration, and THE rAVe Esports Show’s Bubba Gaeddert. Plus stay tuned after the show at a sneak peak of the new season of […]

rAVe [TV] Episode 167.2: InfoComm 2024 Day 2

DTEN Small Room Solution — DTEN Bar With DTEN Mate Are Now Microsoft Teams Certified

DTEN announced its small meeting room video conferencing solution, the DTEN Bar with DTEN Mate, are now certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms. Designed as a Small Room Solution, the DTEN Bar combines an all-in-one videoconferencing system with the DTEN Mate tabletop controller. The DTEN Bar features include: AI-powered Audiovisuals: Noise suppression, acoustic echo cancellation and […]

DTEN Small Room Solution — DTEN Bar With DTEN Mate Are Now Microsoft Teams Certified

Here’s Your Chance to See Everything DTEN at Enterprise Connect 2024

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST This is my third year covering Enterprise Connect. I love this show because it’s different than any other trade show I cover — it’s heavily attended by end users and IT professionals. At a show that, at its most basic level, is about communicating in various forms, unified communication technology […]

Here’s Your Chance to See Everything DTEN at Enterprise Connect 2024

rAVe [TV] LIVE Episode 148.1 — ISE 2024 Day 1

On today’s episode of rAVe [TV], Gary and I talk about a few of our favorite products on the show floor, including ones from Barco, DTEN, Samsung and more. We also feature Frederick Loucks from Domotz as our guest to talk a little bit about remote management. Finally, Gary rounds out the episode with a […]

rAVe [TV] LIVE Episode 148.1 — ISE 2024 Day 1

DTEN Intros Small Meeting Space Solution That Works With Any Display

DTEN adds the new DTEN Bar and DTEN Mate, a “complete videoconferencing solution designed explicitly for small meeting spaces and for use with any display.” The Small Room Solution consists of the new DTEN Bar, an all-in-one videoconferencing solution paired with the DTEN Mate, the tabletop meeting controller. It delivers “advanced AI-powered audiovisuals, simplicity of […]

DTEN Intros Small Meeting Space Solution That Works With Any Display

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1256: Here’s What DTEN Debuted at InfoComm and Why the Company Won Two Awards

DTEN has spent the last year or so adding Microsoft Teams Certification to its UCC product line after years of being Zoom-Certified. But the company didn’t just add MS Teams as a feature. Instead, it’s building entire product lines around the platform — and winning awards in the process. This InfoComm 2023 wrap-up videocast with […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1256: Here’s What DTEN Debuted at InfoComm and Why the Company Won Two Awards

DTEN D7X Videoconferencing, Collaboration Solution Now Certified for Microsoft Teams

DTEN announced that its DTEN D7X videoconferencing and collaboration solution is now certified for Microsoft Teams. DTEN, in collaboration with Microsoft, is creating an easy to use out of the box Teams Rooms on Android collaboration solution. DTEN’s portfolio of video collaboration solutions, which feature built-in cameras, microphones and speakers, provide a “seamless collaboration experience […]

DTEN D7X Videoconferencing, Collaboration Solution Now Certified for Microsoft Teams

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1212: DTEN Will Use Enterprise Connect to Launch the 4K Vue Pro Camera System!

In addition to showing the new DTEN D7X and D7X Dual collaboration boards, DTEN will use Enterprise Connect to debut an all-new 4K camera system that solves content and video sharing in hybrid meetings with the new Vue Pro Camera System. Want to know what it is? Watch this interview with DTEN’s VP of global […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1212: DTEN Will Use Enterprise Connect to Launch the 4K Vue Pro Camera System!

Congratulations to the 2023 Winners of rAVe’s Best of ISE Awards

It’s been a long time since we’ve seen a show like this. I am proud to say we sent reporters from rAVe [PUBS] to every single booth at ISE 2023 earlier this month to shoot videos of new (and returning!) products. No other company went to every single booth. We amassed a cache of more […]

Congratulations to the 2023 Winners of rAVe’s Best of ISE Awards

DTEN Launches Thrive Partner Program

DTEN just introduced the new DTEN Thrive Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative expanding DTEN’s commitment to resellers and integrators. The new program allows global partners to grow expertise about DTEN’s hardware, drive customer momentum through the buyer evaluation process and close more sales and earn additional revenue. The DTEN Thrive Partner Program is launching as […]

DTEN Launches Thrive Partner Program

Ashton Bentley Will Show a Table Designed for DTEN ME Pro at ISE 2023

At ISE, you will see Ashton Bentley debut a table designed specifically to enable the deployment of a DTEN ME Pro as a complete integrated collaboration solution in meeting rooms. The ergonomic 3-seat table with fixing points for ME Pro, and cable management to make the installation simple and tidy. The integrated USB-C retractor connects […]

Ashton Bentley Will Show a Table Designed for DTEN ME Pro at ISE 2023

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1201: DTEN Will Attend ISE — Will Also Launch a New Dual D7X UCC System with a Vertical-Mount Mic and Camera

Today’s videocast features DTEN’s head of strategic alliances, Scott Krueckeberg, and on this pre-ISE 2023 videocast, we discussed the new dual D7X solution with a vertically mounted camera and mic array! Why vertical? Watch this videocast, as Scott explains the system concept as well as how the company will use the all-new InclusiView Zone feature […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1201: DTEN Will Attend ISE — Will Also Launch a New Dual D7X UCC System with a Vertical-Mount Mic and Camera

DTEN to Showcase New Multi-Platform Products at ISE 2023

DTEN has today announced that it will showcase several brand new Multi-Platform products at Integrated Systems Europe 2023 (ISE) later this month, including the new D7X Dual, DTEN Vue side cameras and the D7X Android Edition. Taking place at Fira de Barcelona, Gran Vía between Jan. 31 until Feb. 3, 2023, ISE attendees will experience […]

DTEN to Showcase New Multi-Platform Products at ISE 2023

DTEN Wins Two Good Design Awards

DTEN, a provider of video-first, touch-enabled conferencing solutions received two 2022 Good Design Awards. DTEN ONboard and DTEN Mate were both selected by the organization’s jury for an award. “GOOD DESIGN recognition validates DTEN’s dedication to advancing technology while maintaining simplicity of design,” says Nia Celestin, the company’s Head of Marketing. “The awards also reflect our […]

DTEN Wins Two Good Design Awards

DTEN InclusiView Displays All Hybrid Meeting Guests in Individual Panels

DTEN recently launched DTEN InclusiView, a feature exclusive to DTEN ME, DTEN ME Pro and DTEN GO, to enable engagement between small groups of in-office employees and remote team members. Through advanced AI technology, DTEN InclusiView senses team members in huddle rooms and presents them in individual panels exactly like remote participants — bringing everyone […]

DTEN InclusiView Displays All Hybrid Meeting Guests in Individual Panels

DTEN Releases Android Version of D7X All-in-One Collaboration Device

DTEN released its DTEN D7X — Android Edition. (The DTEN D7X Series also includes a Windows Edition released in October.) Both the Android Edition and Windows Edition “elevate collaboration with features designed specifically for the hybrid workplace.” The series aims to bring everyone together, in-room or remote participants using a 4K,129-degree field of view camera […]

DTEN Releases Android Version of D7X All-in-One Collaboration Device

DTEN Announces AI-Powered D7X Series

DTEN introduced the all-in-one, AI-powered DTEN D7X Series. Purpose-built for the hybrid workplace, the DTEN D7X Series features multiplatform devices developed to deliver optimal video collaboration experiences for Microsoft Teams, Zoom and more. The new series includes a Windows Edition available today through channel partners; an Android Edition will be introduced later this quarter. Features […]

DTEN Announces AI-Powered D7X Series

DTEN, the Industry’s Only Exclusively Zoom-Based UCC Company Embraces MS Teams

DTEN announced its intention to pursue Certified for Microsoft Teams designation on its most-popular collaboration devices. Certification for Microsoft Teams will help DTEN to meet the fast-growing demand for high-quality, immersive video conferencing resources worldwide, including more than 270 million Microsoft Teams users. “As DTEN solutions are increasingly more recognized in the marketplace, demand has steadily grown for cross-platform solutions,” […]

DTEN, the Industry’s Only Exclusively Zoom-Based UCC Company Embraces MS Teams

DTEN Hires David Angel as General Manager, North America Channel Sales and LATAM

DTEN has hired David Angel as General Manager, North America Channel Sales and LATAM.  In this expanded role, Angel will be responsible for growing and nurturing channel partnerships, plus building strong and productive relationships throughout the Americas. “David Angel brings deep industry knowledge and proven expertise to his new role at DTEN,” said Wei Liu, the company’s founder and CEO. “His […]

DTEN Hires David Angel as General Manager, North America Channel Sales and LATAM

DTEN ONboard 55-inch Touch-Enabled Display Now Shipping

The DTEN ONboard is now in stock and available to order. Designed in collaboration with Zoom, DTEN’s ONboard is a touch-enabled 55-inch display optimized for Zoom’s recently introduced Whiteboard feature. However, DTEN says the ONboard can integrate with any Zoom Rooms device — including video bars — “and immediately introduces interactive touch, with the ability […]

DTEN ONboard 55-inch Touch-Enabled Display Now Shipping

DTEN Releases PoE Version of DTEN Mate

DTEN announced a new PoE version of DTEN Mate; an Ethernet-enabled DTEN Mate (PoE) joins its wireless counterpart as a personal certified Zoom Rooms device. Both versions of DTEN Mate can serve as Zoom Rooms Controller (ZRC) and Zoom Rooms Scheduler (ZRS). Both PoE and Wi-Fi versions offer solutions for managing meetings through Zoom Rooms […]

DTEN Releases PoE Version of DTEN Mate

DTEN Debuts Inclusiview at InfoComm 2022

DTEN debuted Inclusiview this week at InfoComm 2022. Created to better capture and present participants in small meeting rooms, DTEN Inclusiview leverages AI to deliver an unprecedented face-to-face experience via the DTEN ME Pro. DTEN Inclusiview works exclusively with the all-in-one DTEN ME Pro. With the device’s smart three-camera array, DTEN Inclusiview utilizes both auto-framing […]

DTEN Debuts Inclusiview at InfoComm 2022

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1124: DTEN Adds AI to DTEN ME and Will Show New ONboard, D7 and Mate at InfoComm 2022

DTEN’s CMO Rick Corteville joined Gary Kayye for a pre-InfoComm videocast. DTEN will exhibit in booth W2555 at InfoComm 2022 and will add some interesting AI to its personal collaboration board, the DTEN ME, which will likely be the talk of the show (I’m serious!). In addition to being a work-from-home personal collaboration appliance, the DTEN ME is about to become […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1124: DTEN Adds AI to DTEN ME and Will Show New ONboard, D7 and Mate at InfoComm 2022

rePLAY ISE 2022 — That’s a Wrap

rePLAY ISE 2022 has officially come to a close, but first, a quick recap of session two. This time, the session contained curated content aimed toward our viewers in the United States rather than Europe. Our hosts, Steph Beckett and Emily Dean, picked out some great content we gathered in Barcelona at ISE 2022 to […]

rePLAY ISE 2022 — That’s a Wrap

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1111: DTEN Will Debut ONboard Dedicated-Zoom Collaboration Board at ISE 2022

DTEN will be on stand 2C400 at ISE 2022 with a brand-new product, the ONboard. ONboard, unlike other Zoom-based collaboration boards, gives remote and in-office participants equal access to its digital canvas. In addition, DTEN will show the ME, ME Pro, the DTEN Mate and the D7 Series of collaboration products. In the meantime, here’s an inside […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1111: DTEN Will Debut ONboard Dedicated-Zoom Collaboration Board at ISE 2022

Starin to Host Fundraiser at InfoComm 2022

Starin, with the help of DTEN, is raising funds for Silver State Service Dogs of Nevada to donate a service animal to a military veteran or first responder at InfoComm 2022. “Service dogs are life-changing companions for those in need — whether they’re service members with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), children with autism spectrum disorder […]

Starin to Host Fundraiser at InfoComm 2022

DTEN to Feature Its ONboard Solution and More at ISE 2022

DTEN will feature the new DTEN ONboard at Integrated Systems Europe 2022 (ISE), as well as its complete line of all-in-one, video-first solutions. The company says conference attendees will experience how DTEN is advancing the hybrid workplace with breakthrough collaboration devices, meeting room controllers and workspace schedulers. DTEN leaders will also present a session on […]

DTEN to Feature Its ONboard Solution and More at ISE 2022

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1093: DTEN is the Hidden Gem of Zoom-Certified Collaboration Devices

Big brands tend to get all the big-time coverage. Yet, one of the coolest and most progressive Zoom-certified companies, DTEN, may be the ultimate UC&C partner for both integrators and end users. DTEN is the “everything Zoom” company and it has just about anything you’d need for a meeting room (if your users are Zoom people). […]

Rants & rAVes — Episode 1093: DTEN is the Hidden Gem of Zoom-Certified Collaboration Devices

Get a Glimpse at the Exhibitors Coming to Enterprise Connect 2022

Enterprise Connect will feature the UCC industry’s newest technology products and services. Exhibitors will showcase the latest technologies in the Expo Hall, providing IT decision-maker attendees with a unique opportunity to learn about new solutions impacting the industry. “It’s been almost three years since enterprise communications and collaboration professionals have been able to gather in-person,” […]

Get a Glimpse at the Exhibitors Coming to Enterprise Connect 2022

DTEN Now Shipping DTEN Mate Touch-Screen Tablet for Zoom Meeting Management

DTEN is now shipping the DTEN Mate, a touch-screen tablet designed to manage Zoom meeting experiences. DTEN Mate is the only wireless touch-screen-compatible appliance to support Zoom Rooms Controller (ZRC). Developed in close conjunction with Zoom, DTEN Mate works as a controller with any existing Zoom Rooms hardware, including DTEN’s devices. Zoom functions are enabled […]

DTEN Now Shipping DTEN Mate Touch-Screen Tablet for Zoom Meeting Management