On Dec. 10, Shelly Group announced the availability of its newest smart plug technology, the Shelly Plug Gen4. The product includes improvements in security and versatility, enhancing the ease and range of automation. The technology is marketed to HomeAV as well as professional settings and is built for simple use and compact capabilities. The Shelly […]

Z-Wave Alliance announced on Dec. 11 that the organization will host several panels and exhibitions at the Z-Wave Alliance Ballroom at CES 2026. Popular Z-Wave products and solutions will be showcased at the event, and fireside chats will address smart home and connectivity topics with input from industry experts. Exhibiting members include Clever K-9, FireAvert, […]

SANUS announced Dec. 9 the release of two new products that compliment Sony’s products for optimum audio performance in theaters. The SANUS Height-Adjustable TV Soundbar Mount is designed to work in tandem with Sony’s BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 & Bar 9, and the SANUS Height-Adjustable Speaker Stands is built to enhance the performance of Sony’s […]

Hands up if you haven’t heard the axiom, “You have to spend money to make money.” Yeah. That’s what I thought. Without belaboring the point, getting a return on investment requires making an investment in the first place. Which brings me to what I actually want to talk about: the decision-making process behind sending product […]

LG Electronics USA announced Dec. 9 that it will introduce its new LG MAGNIT Active Micro LED display to the U.S. market, with a public debut planned for CES 2026. The display is designed for home cinema applications and uses Active-Matrix technology to provide individual pixel-level control, which LG says improves image clarity, depth and […]

Josh.ai has launched a new partnership with Shade Innovations that brings native support for Shade Innovations’ wired and wireless TRO.Y IP Bridge shades into the Josh.ai smart home ecosystem. The integration adds shade control to Josh.ai’s environmental platform, allowing homeowners to manage window coverings using natural voice commands or the Josh App. Josh.ai said the […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for our 2026 Monthly Temp Check surveys! Before we jump into 2026, we want to hear from you. What really mattered in AV this year? Which trends delivered, which ones fell flat, and what challenges defined your day-to-day work in 2025? This final Temperature Check of […]

Lutron Electronics officially released its 2026 Luxury Residential Trend Report. The theme for this year’s report is “Living with Light,” focusing on residential lighting, shade and other automated technological controls that are growing in popularity among homeowners. The report’s findings are based on surveys conducted by The Harris Poll, as well as Lutron’s sales and […]

Draper announced it has rebranded its AV Mounts & Structures portfolio as the Foundation AV Structures & Mounts line, a shift the company says reflects both market growth and its increased investment in the category. The lineup includes standard and custom mounting solutions for LED and LCD displays. “When we first entered this market a […]

ADI has been named Enterprise Distributor of the Year by the B2B eCommerce Industry Awards, recognizing the company’s digital-first transformation and its efforts to modernize the B2B purchasing experience. The award honors organizations that advance digital innovation, customer experience and omnichannel commerce. ADI was recognized for its multi-year strategy to deliver a faster, more intuitive […]

JEM Global announced it has acquired the license for RCA-branded AV accessories and power products from established.inc, expanding its roster of well-known consumer electronics brands. The company plans to introduce the RCA brand to retailers and partners at CES 2026 in booth 19526 in the Las Vegas Convention Center’s Center Hall. “We are very excited […]

DCC Technology has rebranded as Nexora, a move that brings its 27 specialist businesses and 2,500 employees under a single group identity spanning Europe and North America. The change reflects the company’s shift toward higher-margin specialist markets, including ProAV, home technology and business infrastructure, and away from commodity IT distribution. For Almo and Almo Pro […]

One phrase you’ll hear from me if you hang around long enough is “the wheel turns.” In a recent post, I talked about how deals you thought were stone-cold dead sometimes lurch back to life when you least expect it. Maybe writing that piece manifested the next round of surprises — who knows. The universe […]

Samsung has expanded its large-format LED portfolio with The Wall MPF Series, the newest addition to the company’s Chip on Board lineup. The model is designed to serve a wide range of commercial and high-end residential environments, including corporate offices, lobbies, command centers, retail spaces and luxury homes. “The Wall has set the bar for […]

Josh.ai announced a new partnership with JVC that brings JVC D-ILA home theater projectors into the Josh.ai smart home automation platform, expanding voice and system-based control options for residential theaters. Through the integration, JVC home theater projectors can be automatically discovered within the Josh.ai ecosystem once connected to the network. Josh.ai said the system allows […]

Bowers & Wilkins has expanded its long-running partnership with McLaren Automotive and the McLaren Formula 1 Team with the release of the Px8 S2 McLaren Edition, a specially styled version of its flagship wireless headphones. The new model combines upgraded acoustic engineering with design elements inspired by McLaren’s signature Papaya color and motorsport identity. The […]

Roland Future Design Lab has unveiled Project LYDIA, a technology preview developed in collaboration with Neutone, creators of AI tools for musicians. The prototype combines Neutone’s trainable Morpho engine with Roland’s hardware design concepts, using a Raspberry Pi 5 computer to demonstrate how AI-driven sound processing might inspire a new generation of DIY creators. Roland […]

Magnetar announced that its new MKII Series universal media players, the UDP900MKII and UDP800MKII, are now shipping to dealers, integrators and enthusiasts. First previewed at CEDIA Expo 2025, the updated models build on the company’s earlier UDP900 and UDP800 players with refinements across audio, video processing, mechanical design and connectivity. Both MKII models support a […]

Set Free Richardson, founder of the creative collective Compound, has partnered with Brooklyn-based loudspeaker manufacturer DeVore Fidelity to launch DEF CON, a limited-edition speaker designed to blend visual artistry with high-fidelity performance. The collaboration marks DeVore Fidelity’s first co-branded project and reflects a shared interest in merging culture, design and audio craftsmanship. Richardson, known for […]

Xthings has announced the Ulticam IQ V2, a 4K Power-over-Ethernet camera that combines on-device object detection with Google Gemini cloud intelligence and support for the Matter 1.5 smart home standard. The company says the new model expands its open-ecosystem approach, offering broad compatibility across residential and professional environments without requiring subscriptions. “Ulticam IQ V2 represents […]

Salamander Designs has expanded its partnership with NuTech Group, adding coverage for the New York Metro, Long Island and Northern New Jersey regions through the newly launched NuTech Metro. The company says the move builds on more than 20 years of collaboration and extends the same level of dealer-focused support the manufacturer receives across its […]

Josh.ai announced expanded compatibility with Airzone’s Aidoo Pro Hub, extending its AI-powered control platform to support multi-zone HVAC automation in residential and light commercial environments. The update builds on earlier integrations with the Aidoo Pro and Airzone’s Webserver Hub, enabling broader deployment across hospitality, multi-dwelling units, corporate spaces and rental properties. The Aidoo Pro Hub […]

One drum I regularly bang when coaching salespeople is the need to communicate effectively. I will freely admit I have many different drums — any one of which I can be found banging on while trying to get my message across — but that’s not important right now. Communicating effectively doesn’t just mean making sure […]

Shelly Group announced the release of the Shelly Flood Gen4, a smart water leak detector designed to help homeowners and property managers identify leaks early and prevent costly water damage. The new model features an extendable sensor cable, multi-protocol connectivity and automation options that integrate with major smart home platforms. The compact detector includes a […]

L-Acoustics announced the opening of its expanded Asia-Pacific headquarters in Singapore, marking a significant investment in the region’s growing demand for immersive audio and live entertainment technologies. The new 9,000-square-foot facility includes an L-Acoustics Creative Studio designed to support artists, content creators and partners working with spatial audio. The opening was attended by company co-CEOs […]

Kaleidescape announced the release of the Mini Terra Prime, a compact solid-state movie server designed to deliver high-performance playback and fast movie downloads for residential cinemas. The new unit expands the company’s Terra Prime line and is sized to match Kaleidescape’s Strato M and E movie players. “Mini Terra Prime is Kaleidescape’s most compact movie […]

Focal announced Mu-so Hekla, an all-in-one home cinema and audio system designed to deliver immersive sound and simplified operation for residential environments. The system combines Dolby Atmos capability, a refined industrial design and connectivity features intended to integrate seamlessly into everyday use. Mu-so Hekla supports Dolby Atmos and offers multiple listening modes accessible through the […]

Interface Systems announced the release of TamperShield, a monitoring technology designed to identify alarm system interference before a break-in. The solution performs continuous communication checks on supported alarm panels, giving businesses earlier visibility into line failures, device tampering and other system disruptions. Unlike traditional alarm monitoring, which activates only after an alarm is triggered, TamperShield […]

Theory Audio Design has extended the warranty for all DLC loudspeaker controller models from three to five years, bringing coverage in line with the company’s loudspeaker warranty. The update takes effect immediately. The controllers serve as the DSP amplifiers at the core of the Theory ecosystem, processing and optimizing audio signals for each loudspeaker model. […]

PPDS announced the installation of 110 Philips MediaSuite TVs aboard the Grand Pioneers I and II—Vietnam’s first luxury yacht hotels located in Halong Bay. Operated by Grand Pioneers and owned by Viet Thuan Group, the twin seven-deck superyachts were designed to redefine onboard hospitality with a focus on high-end entertainment and comfort. Working with IT […]

Daisy announced its expansion into the Indianapolis market through a new partnership with Digital Home Design, an established integration firm founded by industry professional Mike Major. The company will now operate under the Daisy brand, extending Daisy’s presence in the Midwest. “When we first started Daisy, we visited the Indy market because we knew it […]

ViewSonic announced two additions to its Luminous Superior Series (LS Series) of lamp-free projectors: the LSD400HD and the LSD401HD. Both models deliver 4,000 ANSI lumens of brightness at Full HD (1080p) resolution while consuming up to 59% less power than comparable lamp-based units, according to the company. Engineered for large-scale installations, the projectors are aimed […]