ISC West 2024, the most comprehensive and converged security trade event in the U.S., is set to take place April 9-12 in Las Vegas at the Venetian Expo. Ahead of the show, the rAVe team sat down with ISC West exhibitors to see what they expect to see trending on the show floor and why […]

Nice has announced the launch of its SC-IC3 Small Aperture Speaker, SC-IC-SUB8 Small Aperture Subwoofer, SC4-100 4-Channel Amplifier, SB-40P Soundbar and AIM Mk3 architectural speaker series, with plans to debut the new products at CEDIA Expo 2023. The small aperture speaker offers installation options with both round and square grilles included and flush mount kits […]

Nice announced changes including establishing a new board to provide what its own press release described as, “strategic oversight of regional operations, a move indicating a sustained commitment to increasing shareholder value, improving corporate governance, and driving strategic growth. The Board will lead four specialized committees, each focused on accelerating growth in the areas of […]

Nice has launched Sun Shades by Nice, the company’s first-ever line of custom smart sun shades. Sun Shades by Nice provides design options with the “same simple, flexible integration that installers have come to love.” Nice says the line is highly customizable with options for indoor and outdoor use. The range of sun shades for […]

Today Nice announced it’s shipping the Gefen AVoIP Matrix Controller for controlling compatible video- and KVM-over-IP-based extenders within the same network. Now available to integrators, the new Matrix Controller can control and distribute content for environments such as sports arenas and is flexible enough to also manage large video walls, digital signage, luxury entertainment and […]

Bond Home has launched two keypads for home tech professionals: Sidekick for Shades and Sidekick Scene. Sidekick for Shades ($79 MSRP) is a universal remote capable of operating window shades and awnings that utilize Rollease, Somfy, Dooya, Nice and AMP motors. Sidekick’s 5-channel buttons can be programmed for individual or batch control. No bridge or […]

Nice today announces that Ryan Knavel has joined the company as Director of Sales, USA-West. Knavel will lead sales for the western United States with a focus on establishing and growing the local markets. Teams under Knavel’s direction will assist Nice partners in accessing innovative solutions — all from a single source. The announcement follows […]

Nice introduced new products across its portfolio. This follows the formal announcement of Nice North America and the start of transitioning several brands to a comprehensive solutions portfolio under Nice. The new products, now branded Nice, further strengthen the company’s commitment to providing partners the most complete, integrated product ecosystem. Smart Home Control – The Nice HR40 Handheld Remote […]

Nice announced the completed transition from Nortek Control to Nice North America. Nice says that partners, including dealers, integrators, builders and distributors, will benefit from its broad portfolio for residential, commercial, and industrial solutions, deeper partner programs, and expanded training and certification for the field.  As part of this transition, the company is sunsetting Nortek […]

I had a great first Enterprise Connect in Orlando! As you probably know, most people are ready to get back to trade shows. We are ready to get back to in person and figure out more about how to do that in a way that’s respectful and comfortable for all. EC was a great reminder […]

And that’s a wrap on Enterprise Connect 2022 (EC)! That’s also a wrap on my first-ever trade show experience. If you didn’t know, I’ve been with rAVe for almost a year and haven’t been able to attend a show yet, mostly due to COVID-19. Finally, I was able to join some of my team on […]

Nice — a global manufacturer of smart home, security and home and building automation solutions — announced it has acquired Nortek Security & Control, LLC from Melrose Industries. Nortek Security & Control is a developer of technology for security, home automation, control, power, AV and entertainment, access control, health, and artificial intelligence (AI) systems for […]