CEDIA officially announced the winners of the inaugural 2026 Best Booth Awards. Origin Acoustics won Best of Show and Best Grand Booth Awards, DMF Lighting won Best Large Booth, Leon Speakers won Best Medium Booth, LifeSmart for Best Small Booth and ilLumenate Lighting won Best New Exhibitor Booth. The award winners featured a diverse array […]
PowerShades will bundle its new Full-Cassette Motorized Awning with Bond’s Mate Pro universal outdoor remote control, the companies announced. The Full-Cassette Awning debuted at CEDIA Expo 2026. It features aluminum-frame components, a baked-on enamel finish and chain-driven arms. Its low-profile cassette protects the fabric and hardware from the elements when the awning is retracted. Customers […]
Some rAVe [PUBS] readers may think of me as the guy who peppers his posts with aphorisms. That’s true, as far as it goes, but I’ve got more tricks in my bag. Yes, I have lots of aphorisms, but I also have sports metaphors. And pop culture tropes. Here’s one: If you’re a fan of […]
Legrand has added smart fan speed controllers to its Smart Lighting with Netatmo portfolio, with options available in its adorne and radiant collections. According to Legrand, the controllers offer four selectable fan speeds that users can adjust at the wall or through the Legrand Home + Control app. The app also supports schedules to turn […]
ADI announced it will host a five-city Datacom Road Show beginning Oct. 21 in Denver, with supplier-led training, product demonstrations and networking at local ADI stores. The events will feature six suppliers: Hubbell, Eaton/Tripp Lite, STI, Fluke Networks, SureCall and Jonard Tools. Their demonstrations will cover network infrastructure and connectivity, power, testing, signal enhancement, […]
Shelly has launched the Presence Gen4 in North America, a mmWave radar sensor designed to detect the location of up to 10 people across 10 customizable zones for home automation. Shelly said the sensor detects small movements to identify occupancy, including when people are sitting still. It can trigger automations for lighting, shades, climate control […]
Uniguest announced the launch of Community Hub, a digital engagement platform designed for senior living communities. The platform brings together digital signage, resident TV, mobile apps, shuttle tracking and other communication tools in one solution. Uniguest said Community Hub makes it easier for residents to discover activities, access information and participate in community life while […]
AWOL Vision announced that the AWOL LuxVision, which was first unveiled at IFA 2026, is now officially available for pre-order. Customers can reserve LuxVision to unlock exclusive Super Early Bird Benefits ahead of its official launch. The UST projector features optional; lens shift and is designed to adapt to a variety of user needs. LuxVision […]
MirageVision officially introduced the next generation of display technology across its Full Sun Outdoor Family of TVs, RGB Mini-LED technology for the Platinum Series and Micro RGB technology for the Diamond Series. The company said the advancement represents what it believes to be the world’s first application of RGB Mini-LED technology in a purpose-built Full […]
BenQ officially introduced the AK900ST and AK800ST, its newest projectors purpose built for golf simulation. The company said the [projectors build on its innovation in the gold simulator market and combine 4K UHD resolution, advanced color processing and automated setup tools to deliver a more realistic round of indoor golf. BenQ said the AK900ST and […]
Yamaha launched the R200A 2-channel stereo receiver, introducing a new generation of Hi-Fi performance, versatility and value. The solution features a new design with performance enhancements including Bluetooth Multipoint connectivity, a direct phono input, a dedicated subwoofer output and Hi-Fi circuitry for cleaner, more accurate sound reproduction. The R200A powers up to speakers with flexible […]
In an industry that evolves as quickly as AV, learning doesn’t stop after your first job or your first certification. New technologies, changing customer expectations and evolving best practices mean professional development is an ongoing part of the job. This month’s Temperature Check explores how AV professionals continue to grow, what role certifications play and […]
Epson launched two AI-powered 4K home theater laser projectors in Australia, the EH-LS6000 and EH-LS7500, completing the company’s EH-LS Series home cinema lineup. Both models combine Epson’s 3LCD three-chip engine with 4K enhancement technology to produce 8.3 million pixels on screen. The projectors use solid-state laser light sources rated for up to 20,000 hours of […]
Logitech officially launched the Zone Vibe Pro and Zone Vibe Pro for Business headsets. The company said that these headsets aim to eliminate the need for constantly swapping between dedicated office headsets and personal audio devices. Zone Vibe Pro is engineered to provide crisp audio quality and block noise with ANC. Zone Vibe pro for […]
NextLevel Acoustics officially introduced two new Mantelbar solutions designed to combine high-performance audio with the clean architectural aesthetic of today’s living spaces: Mantelbar and Mantelbar for the SONOS Arc. The company said each model aims to provide a modern alternative to the traditional fireplace mantel. Each Manelbar can be tailored to complement virtually any interior […]
ULTRALOQ officially launched its next-generation smart lock collection built to redefine access and provide customers with a wide range of effortless entry experiences that best suit their lifestyle. The collection includes ULTRALOQ Bolt Mission, which was unveiled as an ultra-wideband enabled smart lock, featuring precise, hands-free approach-to-unlock functionality. The series also features the ULTRALOQ Bolt […]
Wrensilva officially launched Studio in White Oak, bringing the signature finish to the brand’s most compact audio system. The hardwood is now featured on the Studio console, introduced earlier this year. The company said that Studio in White Oak shares the same handmade construction as the original. The company also said the wood is milled […]
Each year, we present the rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing the products, brands, companies and people that AV professionals trust most. These awards are built around industry participation – the AV community has selected the finalists, and now it’s time for you, the readers, to select the winners. Finalists and winners will receive recognition across […]
Yamaha announced the B200A, its most compact Dolby Atmos sound bar designed for bedrooms, apartments, home offices and gaming spaces. Yamaha said the B200A is engineered to make the most of its 23.5-inch space-saving design. The B200A combines Dolby Atmos with Yamaha Hi-Fi-inspired engineering to deliver expansive sound. Dolby Atmos is designed to place listeners […]
Josh.ai announced it has published a Code of Conduct for AI in the Home. The set of twelve principles and supporting architecture is now available and aims to define how AI should behave in modern living spaces. The company said that the code serves to establish clear rules for companies deploying AI while ensuring clients […]
Jetbuillt officially introduced Summary, a new feature that presents project goals, the designed solutions and overall scope in a concise, high-level view. Designed for executives, project teams and stakeholders across global organizations, Summary is assembled instantly by Jetbot into an infographic-style overview. Visual blocks show the project need, the solution, the systems involved and how […]
HARMAN Luxury Audio Group today announced that Shelley’s Stereo, the Woodland Hills-based retailer has been named the newest dealer to carry the JBL Summit Series, the newly launched five-model line of ultra high-performance loudspeakers. Shelley’s joins a select group of dealers nationwide chosen to represent the full JBL Summit lineup — Summit Everest, Summit K2, […]
LEWITT announced that it has launched the LW6 Wireless Studio Headphones for precision mixing, monitoring and recording. LEWITT’s studio recording microphones were utilized in the making of Grammy-winning albums including Bad Bunny’s “Album of the Year” 2026 and Sabrina Carpenter’s “Best Pop Vocal Album/Best Pop Solo Performance” from 2025. The company said that the introduction […]
Kwikset announced the launch of the Canvas Trim Collection, a new series of decorative trim options for the Halifax lever. According to Kwikset, the collection gives homeowners a new way to express their personal style through one of the most-used details in the home. The Canvas Trim collection comes in three designs. Linen Marble pairs […]
In my role, I get cold-called and pitched. A lot. I find that ironic, considering that part of my job description is that I’m the one out there cold calling and pitching. It’s the circle of life, I suppose. I’ll tell you a secret about the pitches I get: Most of them are awful. I […]
CEDIA has revealed the findings from its 2026 U.S. Professional Smart Home Market Analysis, conducted in partnership with The Farnsworth Group. According to CEDIA, the research provides an in-depth look at the size, composition and current business environment of the residential technology industry. Here are the takeaways: The U.S. residential technology industry is worth an […]
The Z-Wave Alliance released details for the Z-Wave Fall Summit 2026. The three-day conference brings together commercial and consumer IoT industry experts, manufacturers and practitioners for sessions spanning industry trends, market opportunities and Z-Wave technical development. The summit is set to take place Sept. 29-Oct. 1 in Boca Raton, Florida. The event will begin with […]
IC Realtime officially launched Bunker, an edge-AI platform that aims to deliver security intelligence for residential spaces. Bunker is powered by NVIDIA Jetson edge computing technology, and processes visual information, identifies activity that departs from established patterns and learns the recurring rhythms of a specific home or property over time. Bunker’s open, device-agnostic architecture works […]
Epson has announced the launch of LifeStudio Series of smart mini projectors in Australia. The company said the new range is designed for modern living, combining premium entertainment, sophisticated styling and intelligent projection in a way that reimagines what a projector can be in a home. Both the Epson LifeStudio Pop (EF-62B) and Epson LifeStudio […]
Dirac officially announced that Emotiva’s new LXR-11 AV receiver and LXP-16 surround processor will launch with Dirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Live Bass Control, and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment included and ready to use out of the box, with no additional license purchase required. The company said that the launch marks a major update […]
SunBrite introduced The Complete Outdoor Setup, a new way for consumers to create a complete outdoor entertainment system built around an award-winning SunBrite outdoor TV. The Complete Outdoor Setup is available exclusively from SunBrite and aims to bring together everything necessary for outdoor entertainment – a SunBrite Solis full-sun or Veranda full-shade outdoor TV, outdoor-rated […]
CEDIA Expo announced that 9,653 people visited the trade show at the Colorado Convention Center from Sept. 2-4. Event organizers said more than 320 exhibiting brands came together with the residential integration community to reconnect with customers, build new relationships and create new business opportunities. “What stood out in Denver was the quality of the […]
