Kaadas Group announced expanded operations in North America and the launch of its authorized security dealer program. A “testament to its recent growth, the North American market expansion announcement makes the full line of Kaadas traditional electronic locks, as well as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Z-Wave connected smart lock solutions available to security professionals nationwide.” From […]

RoseWater Energy Group announced that three new 208-volt, 3-phase input energy management hubs, 3P30, 3P45 and 3P75, are now available for integrator use in larger luxury residential projects with extensive, sophisticated electronics investments that include networks, control systems, lighting, shades and AV systems. The new 3-phase Hubs are a complete solution to clean energy, power […]

The new Tower LF44 joins 1 SOUND’s Tower Series speaker offerings. The LF44 is a low-frequency column array loudspeaker meant to perform with the Tower LCC44 or LCC84 as a low-frequency extension. The LF44 is the same construction and look as the LCC44; therefore, all the LCC44 accessories apply to the LF44. It can be deployed […]

Visionary just announced the 5 Series, the next-generation of Visionary’s PacketAV Matrix Series endpoints with 4K60 4:4:4 1GbE encoders and decoders. The 5 Series introduces a range of advanced capabilities, including 4K60 4:4:4 video support, Audio Return Channel (ARC)-over-IP, isochronous USB-over-IP for webcam extension and a full motion MJPEG substream. Building on the foundation of Visionary’s revolutionary […]

It has long been thought that residential and commercial technologies and their respective markets were separate entities not meant to overlap. Over the last decade, we have recognized a shift in that mindset. After the 2008 financial crisis, many residential integrators were challenged to find residential homeowners willing to invest in technology for their homes. […]

My old weightlifting coach had a lot of stock catchphrases he used in the gym when lecturing us or encouraging our efforts. One of them was, “I always defer to the laws of physics.” That’s one of those understandings that applies to all things. For example, two concepts that are useful to apply to your […]

Pantheone Audio announced Obsidian, the second product in its high-end audio product suite. Available in two colors, Obsidian will be available online, priced at $1,399. Combining sound, sculpture and art, Obsidian is a fusion of a unique shape and style. The Obsidian speaker uses a high-density resin cabinet and streams high-resolution audio thanks to its […]

Poly, an HP company, and NuCurrent announced a partnership that is powering the next generation of devices delivering virtual meeting equity for remote, hybrid and on-site office workers alike. One of the largest challenges of hybrid work is staying connected to people and devices while working in various locations throughout the day, from home, the […]

Environmental Lights announced the launch of the Dim-to-Warm 2216 LED Strip Light. Dim-to-Warm Strip Light uses integrated technology to automatically warm the LED color temperature as the lights are dimmed. It enables customers to utilize tunable white LED technology without specialized controllers or programs. This effect mimics the appearance of incandescent lighting for a more […]

In some ways, the Prytania Theatre in New Orleans harkens back to a bygone era. It has been in continuous operation as a neighborhood movie house since 1914, and it is the last remaining single-screen commercial theater in the South. But while the interior décor evokes the mid-20th century heyday of Hollywood, a recent technology […]

Today, Crestron Electronics announced a new line of Horizon keypads and dimmers. Horizon keypads and dimmers prioritize design featuring improved color, finish and alignment in visually appealing layouts. Using feedback from homeowners, dealers and architects, every aspect of the redesign was meticulously engineered, from the single faceplate offering an opulent visual appeal to the subtle […]

THX Ltd. and Pixelgen Design today announced the world’s first THX Certified 8K Interconnect home theater cables delivering uncompressed 48Gbps bit rates and HDMI 2.1 feature set support up to 15m (approximately 50 feet). The full lineup includes the PXLGLASS 8 Optical Fiber/Copper Interconnect and the Pixelgen SERIES 8, Ultra High Speed HDMI Cables. These […]

Legrand Shading Systems has refreshed its Quick Ship Program (QSP). The QSP gives customers the ability to receive Legrand Shading’s best-selling products faster than the company’s standard lead times. The QSP features 35 select solar screen and black-out fabrics from the Phifer and Mermet collections, 15 of which are new to the program. The latest […]

Resideo Technologies announced it has completed the acquisition of BTX Technologies. Founded in 1967, BTX is a distributor of professional audio, video, data communications and broadcast equipment. Additionally, BTX offers a private brand portfolio, including the BookIT Room Scheduling Solution, holds several patents for connectivity products and provides manufacturing services for custom broadcast fiber assemblies, […]

Nominations for the 12th Readers’ Choice Awards are now CLOSED. Keep an eye out for how to vote, as it will open April 17! Here are a few key dates: Nominations Close: March 31, 2023 Voting Opens: April 17, 2023 Voting Closes: May 24, 2023 Winners Announced: During InfoComm 2023 We can’t wait to see […]

Visionary has appointed Richard McPherson as executive director of strategic accounts. In this role, McPherson will build customer relationships and support business development with the industry’s fastest-growing, medium- to large-scale integration companies. McPherson joins Visionary in the newly created executive director of strategic accounts position. McPherson brings a “wealth of success in engineering, operations, sales […]

Sanus is releasing height-adjustable and fixed-height speaker stands and wall mounts for the new Sonos Era 100 and Era 300 wireless speakers. The new speaker stands and wall mounts are available in singles or pairs and are ideally suited for integrators installing the new Sonos speakers in applications like home theaters or ambient listening spaces. […]

In order to tell this story I need to set the stage. Here’s what you need to know. When I start work in the morning one of the steps in my routine is to log in to Alberta Purchasing Connection: that’s the portal of the provincial government that aggregates all the RFQs and RFPs for […]

RoseWater Energy Group announced the release of the new Hub40 Energy Management Hub. The new Hub40, with a side-by-side configuration, is now available to integrators for clean power and protection from power anomalies in large luxury residential projects with extensive sophisticated electronics investments. Networks, security, control systems, lighting, shades, AV systems and any microprocessor-driven appliance […]

Sanus released the new Large Outdoor Premium Tilt TV Wall Mount for TVs 37 inches to 95 inches and the Large Outdoor Premium Full-Motion TV Mount for TVs in sizes 40 inches up to 85 inches. Both outdoor-rated TV mounts are rigorously tested and designed for any weather using corrosion-resistant coating and stainless steel hardware. […]

Helping professional AV integrators learn skills necessary to sell and install the latest products, LG Business Solutions USA has launched LG | U, a new training academy that will offer comprehensive product and installation classes for integration partners, starting with in-person accredited courses on direct-view LED (DVLED) technologies, in Lincolnshire, Ill., the U.S. headquarters for […]

In honor of International Women’s Day, CEDIA has partnered with Women in Consumer Technology (WiCT) to provide leading education opportunities to women throughout the smart home industry. “We hope to inspire everyone in the industry to level up their careers through CEDIA education and certification. We also recognize our responsibility as an association to make […]

In January I wrote about the emergence of ChatGPT and how it is causing waves across the country. I wrote about my belief that ChatGPT, in particular, was going to have a major effect on how we teach students. ChatGPT has allowed people to expand their thinking of what computing can actually do. Previously, we […]

CEDIA announced the official appointment of Eric Bodley to the Board of Directors. Bodley joins previously announced elected members Stephan Goodhue, Jennifer Mallett and James Ratcliffe in the new class of CEDIA’s Board. Additionally, Amanda Wildman joins CEDIA’s Executive Committee as Secretary. “When we set out to fill the open positions on our board, our intention […]

The ground is starting to thaw, and the temperature is climbing — at least here in North Carolina at rAVe headquarters — which can only mean one thing … It’s time to start talking about outdoor AV! From your own backyard to your favorite restaurant, outdoor AV is everywhere, and we want to know your […]

Jabra today launched the Speak2 range, the newest product in Jabra’s Speak line-up of professional speakerphones which includes the Speak2 75, Speak2 55 and Speak2 40. The new Jabra Speak2 range offers professional, pocketable, and portable devices built with hybrid work in mind. Jabra says that with the Speak2 75, Speak2 55, and Speak2 40, […]

SAVI Controls today releases the latest advancement to the SAVI 3 platform – SAVI 3.3. Providing value to both integrators and end users, SAVI 3.3 allows dealers to win more bids with built-in, zero-programming tools that deliver  simplicity and control of content distribution for their customers. SAVI 3.3 features save business owners time and money […]

No matter how long you’ve been around, you can still be surprised. This Christmas season, several of our brands ran Q4 sales contests and promotions for our dealers. There’s nothing unusual about that, lots of brands run promotions for Q4. It’s Christmas, and you have to make the most of what we always hope will […]

Definitive Technology today announces the introduction of the Dymension Series high-performance loudspeakers. Featuring four bipolar towers, three center channel speakers, a height module and a surround speaker for Atmos/DTS:X systems, Dymension Series speakers offer performance and room integration options. Definitive Technology says the Dymension Series speakers have been timbre-matched to work together as the speakers […]

Consumer electronics business icon Jeff Coombs has passed away. Coombs is best known as the founder of two electronics brands, James Loudspeaker and Ambisonic Systems. He was president of Ambisonic sales at Origin Acoustics. Coombs died Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, in Palm Desert, California, after a battle with cancer, surrounded by family who loved and […]

PowerShades and Bond Home announced that PowerShades’ RF remote-controlled automated window shades are now compatible with the Bond Bridge Pro. The Bond Bridge Pro ($379) brings app-based (smart phone, tablet) control and integrates with home automation systems and voice activation platforms. This new compatibility with Bond Bridge Pro will allow PowerShades’ automated shades to integrate […]

Pure Resonance Audio just unveiled the S6.1 and the S8.1, two 70-volt surface mount loudspeakers for outdoor applications. The S6.1 and the S8.1 offer “high-fidelity audio with exclusive Optimal Bass Enhancement radiator technology that delivers an enhanced low-end for a richer and more robust full-range sound while maintaining an IP65 rating for indoor and outdoor […]