This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for our June 2023 Temperature Check survey! As we all know, InfoComm 2023 is approaching in Orlando, Florida, June 14-16, 2023. In that spirit, InfoComm is the subject of our May 2023 Temperature Check Survey. As a reminder, each month, we’ll be putting out a new […]

Denon just debuted the DNP-2000NE Network Player. Embedded with HEOS integration for music playback allows users to stream music wirelessly from online services such as Spotify, Pandora, Tidal and others. Using Denon’s Ultra AL32 Processing Plus and DAC Master Clock design, the player also features a high-precision quad digital-to-analog converter. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB […]

CYP Europe just debuted something called the CR-KP4 8-Button Control Keypad. Basically, it’s an LCD touch wall plate surrounded by eight buttons for control of a room. The CR-KP4 is aimed at both home and commercial applications. This eight-button keypad can send commands to any Ethernet-controlled or relay-controllable device in a system and works via […]

Leon Speakers announced something dubbed the Profile Edge Media Frame, a custom-fit solution, Profile Edge’s design conceals and frames Leon’s side-mount speakers alongside any display. Like all Edge products, Leon says the new Profile Edge is engineered to install easily and is built to fit the exact dimensions of a television. It is available in […]

One of my old mentors had an aphorism. To be fair he had lots of them, and his influence is probably why I do too. But in this case, I’m referring to the one that was his favorite, and you could count on hearing him say it, if not daily, at least several times a […]

D-Tools announced the addition of Jason Knott as data solutions architect and evangelist effective July 5, 2023. Knott has been a “fixture in the custom electronics industry for decades,” heading up CE Pro, a trade publication and industry news website, since 2000. Knott will work with the industry information and insights team in his role […]

The Draper at Home FlexStyle motorized window shade system has been named a Window Covering Manufacturers Association (WCMA) Product Awards winner for 2022. FlexStyle is designed to meet the “exacting standards of the most fashion-conscious homeowner.” The alluring, stylish aluminum brackets are available in nine colors and plated finishes. Every FlexStyle shade is custom manufactured […]

BirdDog just announced Fleet Manager, an all-in-one interface for monitoring all BirdDog devices on the network. Fleet Manager makes monitoring, updating and accessing all features of all BirdDog devices easier than ever before. All devices are automatically recognized and populated into Fleet Manager which then displays all relevant information about each BirdDog device, whether they […]

BirdDog just announced a new suite of apps designed to make interfacing with BirdDog PTZ Cameras possible from iPad and iPhone, and viewing NDI sources on Android native TV’s and Chromecast with Google TV. Designed to work with any NDI-enabled PTZ, from any manufacturer, NDI PTZ Control makes controlling NDI PTZ cameras easier than ever […]

LG Electronics has been singled out as the only supplier of commercial displays recognized for environmental sustainability excellence in the foremost third-party assessment of suppliers to the U.S. hospitality industry and, for the first time, other vertical markets. As the MindClick Sustainability Assessment Program (MSAP) was expanded significantly to encompass many more brands of leading […]

URC announced the launch of its latest gaming-inspired handheld user interface. The new TDC-5100 combines URC’s legacy of handheld user interfaces with touch screen and hard buttons. Continuing its product innovation plan, URC is launching the TDC-5100 with a gaming-inspired design, hard and digital buttons, and fast processing. This new, combination of touch screen and […]

The SRC-1 from Viking Electronics is designed to provide an affordable way to maintain secure control of a building’s entry system. The SRC-1 is installed between the entry phone and the secure phone, and will only operate the relay if the correct activation code is entered, a request to exit (REX) switch or button is […]

Colquhoun Audio Laboratories Limited (CALL) has acquired Magnum Dynalab. The acquisition was completed on March 31, 2023, and all manufacturing, sales, and service for the Magnum Dynalab brand will now be integrated into existing CALL operations that include Axiom Audio and Bryston, LTD in Dwight, Ontario, Canada. “We are excited to add Magnum Dynalab’s legendary […]

Samsung Electronics announced that Atlantis The Royal, a new resort from Kerzner International on Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, has been outfitted with its industry-leading displays, including The Wall, as well as Samsung Smart Signage displays both indoors and outdoors. Following the 2023 grand opening of what has been dubbed one of the world’s top resorts, guests […]

Blackmagic Design today announced Blackmagic Camera 8.1 update which adds support for vertical aspect ratio video to Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Cameras, allowing users to create cinematic vertical video for platforms such as TikTok. This update adds automatic rotation of the camera’s on-screen HUD and automatically tags files as vertical so they display correctly when imported […]

Voting for the 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards is now CLOSED.  Here are the key dates: Voting opens: April 17, 2023 Voting closes: May 24, 2023 Winners announced: June 7, 2023

Ashly Audio debuted the v1.4 updated version of the FX Series power amplifiers. The FX Series is a range of DSP-equipped amplifiers designed for a “variety of applications.” Complete with a built-in Wireless-Access-Point (WAP) for connection and configuration via Wi-Fi and a web-based software UI, the power amplifiers can blend into smaller spaces while producing […]

Sony Electronics announced the MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones, designed for professional sound engineers and music creators. The headphones combine sound quality with long-lasting wear and reliability. Their open-back design enables accurate reproduction of a wide sound field, making them a suitable option for mixing and mastering immersive spatial sound, such as 360 Reality Audio, as […]

intoPIX and Village Island jointly announced the release of VICO-XI, which is equipped with the intoPIX visually lossless JPEG XS codec, allowing IP conversion between uncompressed ST2110-20 streams and JPEG XS compressed ST2110-22 streams of 4K and HD video. “Our customers who have moved to ‘All-IP’ for their studio and workflows, are still challenged with […]

Next Level Acoustics is already shipping its new in-wall subwoofer for 2×4 construction called the CI-IW10RS-PRO. This subwoofer is able to deliver “deep, rich, impactful bass to standard 2×4 construction applications (e.g., living rooms, home theaters).” Next Level Acoustics says the CI-IW10RS-PRO hits down to 18Hz with max SPL of 118dB @ 1m — and […]

Readers may know that one of my favorite Facebook groups is “AV Install Nightmares,” where industry pros post pics of horrible things they’ve encountered in their workday. Often, the backstory to these pics is that they “inherited” a project when the old contractor vanished/quit/got fired and now they must pick up the pieces and make […]

LG Business Solutions USA just previewed new Virtual Production (VP) and Extended Reality (XR) stages anchored by large DVLED (direct-view light emitting diode) displays at NAB. The XR DVLED Stage will demonstrate 1.5mm DVLED technology with the strength and design resiliency of a rental-style product, which attendees can experience through a 20-foot-wide, 11-foot-tall 4K Ultra […]

AVer Information announced the AVer A30 Camera, an all-in-one device combining a document camera, microphone, and speaker. The A30 is a multi-functional tool that enhances collaboration and connectivity for hybrid meeting environments. Designed for huddle spaces, small meeting rooms, personal desks and home offices, the A30 features a 13-megapixel camera to deliver an impressive 4K […]

CEDIA Expo announced an array of new and noteworthy exhibitors for CEDIA Expo 2023 from Sept. 6-9, 2023, in Denver. CEDIA Expo 2023 will welcome over 18,000 qualified residential systems technology professionals to experience highly engaging exhibitor activations on the show floor. CEDIA Expo provides the best opportunity for custom integration product and solutions manufacturers […]

A new study has revealed that West Virginia is the state most interested in smart homes in America, with an average of 1,877 searches per month for smart home related terms per 100,000 people. Home and tech experts Smarthomestarter.com used Google data to analyze searches for an assortment of smart home related keywords across all […]

Leon Speakers announced the appointment of technology and AV industry veteran Jeff Day to a new role as Executive Vice President. Known for previous key roles as AVIXA board chair and CEO of Bluewater Technologies, Day is recognized across the industry for his strategic thinking, sales experience, and development acumen across a range of markets, […]

CEDIA Expo announced the return of popular networking events at CEDIA Expo 2023 from Sept. 6-9, 2023, in Denver. CEDIA Expo 2023 will feature an array of events, including educational training opportunities, programming features and special events to connect attendees with peers and exhibitors. “Networking is a crucial aspect of tradeshows and events,” said Jason […]

AUDAC just announced the new VIRO5 series, a 2-way coaxial loudspeaker with 8 Ohm and 16 Ohm variants and optional toroidal transformer modules. Available in black & white, this loudspeaker will blow you away with its powerful punch delivered in a compact package. The VIRO5 combines a soft, silk-domed tweeter for smooth tonality with a […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Alison Maxson PPDS A vacation that feels like home: More than 200 Philips MediaSuite TVs have transformed the TV entertainment experience for guests in all 140 plus Beach Haus luxury apartment-styled suites, delivering seamless access to the world’s most popular streaming and entertainment services while adding extensive time and […]

Origin Acoustics announced that the new Bollard 10 outdoor landscape speakers from Ambisonic Systems are now available. The new Ambisonic Big Bollard 10 delivers “performance from an aesthetic design for any residential or commercial outdoor application.” Available with round or square aluminum sleeves in silver, black or bronze finish. Each speaker contains a 10” subwoofer, […]

The April Monthly Temperature Check Survey is now closed — keep your eyes peeled for May’s Temperature Check survey!  Earth Day is held each year on April 22. As sustainability becomes increasingly important to people and businesses alike, we’re celebrating sustainability. On that note, sustainability is the focus of our April rAVe Temperature Check! In […]

DEN Smart Home has launched a new authorized dealer program to provide exclusive pricing and prioritized order fulfillment to the professional channel. Featuring a completely inconspicuous design, users get all of the benefits of a smart door lock without compromising the aesthetic design of the door. With the DEN SmartStrike users can maintain their existing […]