DreamWall announced that it will debut its U.S.-based MicroLED video wall brand and showcasing the Elite Series Platinum P0.7 at CEDIA Expo 2026. The company said the Platinum P0.7 is engineered for luxury residential and commercial AV applications and combines Chip-on-Board MicroLED technology with true 10-bit HDR, ultra-high refresh rates, advanced video processing and specification-matched […]
Unique Lighting Systems, a division of The Toro Company, officially announced a new CEDIA Partner Program that provides training, design services, field support and outdoor lighting solutions designed to help integrators launch and grow outdoor lighting businesses. The Unique Lighting Systems CEDIA Partner Program gives enrolled dealers access to a complete ecosystem of support, offering […]
CEDIA officially announced the project, business, and product finalists for the 2026 CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas. CEDIA said that every entry was assessed by a global panel of industry experts using category-specific judging criteria. Judges considered a range of factors, including technical execution, design integration, innovation, business performance and overall impact. CEDIA said that […]
Rithum and Lutron Electronics officially launched integrated support for Lutron RadioRA 3 inside the Rithum smart home platform, delivered through the new Rithum Pro Plugin. Rithum said that the integration brings RadioRA 3 lighting and Sivoia motorized shading into Rithum, giving RadioRA 3 installations a touchscreen control point at the wall plus full climate control […]
Screen Innovations launched KAOS 360 Rear-Pro Projection Screen, combining its dual-sided 360° optic with the rugged KAOS Onyx Retention System to create a durable dual-sided motorized outdoor rear-projection screen. Screen Innovations has offered dual-sided outdoor projection since the introduction of its 360-degree optic with Solo 3. The company said that KAOS was engineered to solve […]
Coastal Source announced the completion of its inaugural 2026 Road Tour, a 41-stop nationwide educational initiative that brought the company’s latest innovations to hundreds of dealers across the United States. According to Coastal Source Vice President Pete Sepesi, one message consistently emerged throughout the tour: the outdoor living industry is evolving beyond individual products toward […]
ADI Global Distribution Inc. officially announced the completion of its spin-off from Resideo Technologies, Inc., establishing ADI as an independent publicly traded company. ADI’s common stock will begin regular-way trading today on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol ADIG. The spin-off was completed through the distribution of all shares of ADI common […]
This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for next month’s survey! The future of AV is being shaped by technologies that are redefining how people interact with spaces, content and one another. From AI-powered automation and digital twins to spatial computing and immersive environments, innovation is happening across every corner of the industry. […]
Dendo Systems plans to introduce a Power over Ethernet drapery motor at CEDIA Expo. The Australian manufacturer said the new motor is part of the company’s broader RENKEI Platform, which brings direct Ethernet power, control and real-time position feedback to motorized roller shades and draperies. According to Dendo Systems, the RENKEI Platform combines network-native PoE […]
Pro Audio Technology and Theory Audio Design officially announced the appointment of Rafael A. Nevares as president. Nevares brings over 35 years of executive experience to the role and will lead the next chapter of growth for the companies with a focus on market-driven brand strategies, cross-functional team alignment and customer-centric scaling. “I am thrilled […]
Jetbuilt announced that it will showcase Recommend, its AI-powered system design assistant powered by Jetbot, at CEDIA Expo 2026 Sept. 1-4, 2026 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Jetbuilt said that it will demonstrate how Recommend works to help residential integrators accelerate system design, reduce repetitive engineering work and move from concept to proposal […]
PMA Research released highlights from its most recent Projector Tracking Service results to the “Top-Selling Projectors” area of their website. Each month, PMA Research posts its “Top 5” Projector Lists from three categories – Installation Projectors with Interchangeable Lenses, Consumer Ultra-Short-Throw Projectors and B2B Laser Projectors (Normal/Semi-Throw) with 5,000 and Higher Lumens. For the top […]
Nightscaping announced that it launched Design Studio, a new tiered support program created to help its dealer network sell, design and deliver outdoor lighting projects faster and with greater confidence. The company said that Design Studio was built for projects ranging from modest front yards to luxury residential estates and aims to provide dealers with […]
Dirac today announced the debut of Dirac Spaces, its newest automotive audio solution, to the U.S. market at the AES Automotive Audio 2026 International Conference, taking place July 29-31 at Huntington Place in Detroit, Michigan. Dirac Spaces was first introduced in April 2026 at Auto China in Beijing and is now making its U.S. debut […]
By Scott Stephenson, senior director of product, global motorization, Hunter Douglas A recent retrofit project involving illuminated shades in a 1950s estate got me thinking about a problem integrators run into all the time: the homeowner wants a more finished, layered lighting experience, but the house does not cooperate. Maybe the ceilings are not worth […]
ASCENDO Immersive Audio, Trinnov Audio and Christie will present at Audio Advice Live 2026 with a high-performance home cinema demonstration. The Magnolia II demo room combines an ASCENDO immersive audio system with dedicated infrasonic bass, Trinnov Cylindrical WaveForming and Christie’s latest projection technology. Trinnov and ASCENDO are set to showcase the next evolution of active […]
Theory Audio Design officially announced it is now shipping five new amplified loudspeaker controllers. The eight-channel DLC-1500.8d serves as a new addition to its DLC Series loudspeaker controller lineup. The new PLC series includes two eight-channel and two four-channel models and utilizes Powersoft’s Class-D amplification topologies, SmartRail energy-management power supplies, Power Factor Correction and advanced […]
Legrand | AV officially announced that its Luxul professional AV networking switches are now supported within the Utelogy cloud-based AV management platform. The integration was developed through the Utelligence Alliance Partner Program. Legrand | AV said that the integration reinforces its commitment to open AV infrastructure and aims to ensure that the company’s networking solutions […]
Kwikset announced the launch of entry sets, a new collection of exterior door lock sets. The entry sets are designed for front doors, back doors, garage entry doors and side-of-house entrances. They feature a deadbolt and a handle or knob on interior and exterior backplates. Kwikset said the low-profile backplates are designed to blend seamlessly […]
Axion officially released its V3 Android PoE Touch Screen lineup for professional integrators. The company said that the updated lineup aims to deliver improved performance across all screen sizes. The V3 lineup is available in 5.5-, 8- and 10-inch models and now includes an octa-core processor, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, providing […]
USAI Lighting officially launched its Small In One – Mini Multiples and LittleTwos NXT Multiples. The company said that both systems aim to provide cost-effective multiple heads per driver with factory-set spacing for simplified installation. The Multiples combine coordinated fixture layouts with precise aperture spacing, designed to streamline specification. Multiples is available in single, double, […]
Coastal Source announced the launch of two new EVO architectural lighting fixtures, a black grille option for its Ovation In-Ceiling Speaker and the recently introduced Razor Hardscape Bracket. The company said that this expands the design and installation possibilities across its outdoor portfolio. The new EVO Press Fit Shielded Surface Light and EVO Press Fit […]
Josh.ai announced that it is launching native support for DMX and DALI lighting protocols. The company said that the release expands the modern automation platform’s ecosystem, aiming to empower professional installers with a wide range of solutions to design sophisticated lighting experiences. The initial launch features support for DMF and Nicolaudie gateways, allowing Josh.ai to […]
AHT Marine has utilized Powersoft’s Unica to better support its yacht audio platform. The company said that over the past year it has moved toward standardizing on amplification from Powersoft for yacht projects, citing power density, network capability and long-term reliability. AHT Marine designs and integrates high-end entertainment, control and automation systems across residential, commercial […]
CEDIA officially announced that the winners of the CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas will once again be announced at CEDIA Expo this year. The ceremony will take place Sept. 3 in the Mile High Ballroom at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver with Lutron as headline sponsor. CEDIA said that the 2026 celebration will reflect […]
Josh.ai has launched a redesigned training curriculum for its dealers. The company said the training curriculum is available exclusively through Josh.ai’s online learning platform, where dealers are able to complete certification on their own schedule through self-paced courses. Josh.ai said the refreshed program features an improved learning experience with interactive content, streamlined learning paths and […]
ADI announced the international rollout of Control4 X4 and optional Control4 Connect across US, Canada, EMEA, APAC and LATAM, introducing a redesigned user experience paired with a new service framework that together define the future of the Control4 platform. The company said that the modernized interface of X4 is designed to help partners stand out […]
CEDIA announced that it will host the RP32: Audio System Measurement and Verification Workshop for the first time in North America as part of the CEDIA Education Conference at CEDIA Expo 2026. Adam Pelz, owner and president of Bespoke Cinemas, Matt Poes, owner of Poes Acoustics and Tom Dellicompagni, owner of Dellicompagni will lead the […]
Hollyland officially introduced the MELO P1, an all-in-one wireless studio system that combines a recording microphone, 55 g smart mixer, a pair of monitoring earphones and a shortcut-enabled wireless remote into one system for capturing, mixing and monitoring music. The company said that the system is built for musicians, live streamers and mobile creators for […]
The fourth-quarter holiday selling season is when brands spend the most on running promotions with their dealers. They’ll run promos elsewhere in the year, too, of course. They’re often centered around new product launches, but they’ll also run when brands think their quarterly sales are lagging and they want to move the needle. Which is […]
Focal officially introduced the Scala Utopia Evo M, a major evolution of an iconic model in the Utopia range. The hi-fi speaker is made in France and features innovations – the PRISM tweeter and the M-profile W midrange. The company said that the Scala Utopia Evo M retains the same 3-way architecture as Scala Utopia […]
Crestron Electronics officially announced the release of its Configure Pro platform, a professional configuration platform built to help residential dealers design, configure and deliver Crestron Home OS projects faster and more consistently. The company said that Configure Pro aims to simplify system configuration through standardized, no-programming workflows that serve to reduce setup friction, shorten training […]
