PPDS has announced the latest innovations to its Phillips Wave, including business enhancements and time-saving and opportunity-generating configuration capabilities to the remote display management platform. The cloud-based platform utilizes the intelligence of Android SoC Philips Professional Displays. The company said the product is designed to provide a centralized system for AV/IT managers and system integrators […]
VuWall celebrated its top integration partners at ISE 2026 with its annual Partner Awards. The awards recognized outstanding innovation, collaboration and project execution performance. The ceremony took place on Feb. 4 at VuWall’s booth at ISE 2026. Through the awards, VuWall aims to highlight the critical role that integrators and distributors play in extending the […]
Theory Professional is debuting its SR Series at ISE 2026, a new line of passive and powered loudspeakers and subwoofers. The company said its new extreme output SR-221.3 features integral dual 21-inch, 3,600W low frequency drivers, four 10-inch carbon fiber high-output midrange drivers, and a 5-inch wide band ring radiator compression driver. All of the […]
The National Association of Broadcast announced the relocation of the TV and Radio HQ from the West Hall to the Central Hall show floor for the 2026 NAB Show. The show will take place April 19-22 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. NAB said the relocation of the show was done in an effort to […]
Absen officially launched its CL V3 Series indoor COB MicroLED display. The display was designed to provide high-performance visuals and consistent operation across Pro AV environments. Absen said the CL V3 Series was designed for brand flagship stores, corporate lobbies, exhibition halls, home theaters, control rooms and conference room settings. The series supports up to […]
Agile Display Solutions announced that its Agile Conversion Engine (ACE) middleware will now interoperate with Navori Labs’ content management system. This will allow users to manage E Ink ePaper signage with CMS workflows used for LCD and LED networks. The solution is being showcased at ISE 2026, also featuring Agile’s Solis™ 32, 13.3” (Spectra […]
Draper At Home released new Elevate shades that aim to deliver safety, durability and performance without a cord. The shades utilize one-touch operation, which is child-safe and manual, in an attempt to provide high-performance and safety. Elevate shades are available with most Draper hardware, including FlexShade Elevate, FlexStyle Elevate and FlexStyle cassette Elevate. Draper At […]
On the final day of ISE 2026, Tim Albright and I break down the biggest trends that shaped this year’s show — from technology directions to what integrators and end users should actually pay attention to moving forward. The episode also features my interview with Boris Seibert of Shure, discussing the company’s collaboration strategy and […]
This episode delivers a full look at what is defining ISE — from leadership vision to global integration strategy and the technology driving it all. We sit down with Mike Blackman to talk about the evolution of ISE, the trends shaping the show and where the industry is heading next. We’re also joined by Ken […]
Crestron Electronics announced two new solutions: the DM NAX Intelligent Audio Platform and the 1Beyond i12D Intelligent Camera. The company said these products are designed to simplify how organizations deliver professional and AI-ready meeting experiences at scale. “Hybrid meetings have made it painfully clear that audio and video can’t be an afterthought,” said Joel Mulpeter, […]
AVIXA announced that it will host InfoComm EDGE in Dubai at the Festival Arena Oct. 27-28, 2026. The new event aims to provide a unique experience that will allow buyers to interact with AV innovations. InfoComm EDGE was designed to reach an audience of stakeholders outside of the pro AV industry through networking opportunities and […]
Day Two at ISE 2026 was good. Not quite as chaotic as Day One — but that’s how it always goes. These middle days are when the bulk of my meetings land, and I spend most of the time fighting for my life trying to make sure everything gets done. (It rarely all gets done.) […]
LG announced that the company is enabling Dolby Atmos FlexConnect on 2025 LG OLED G5, C5 and CS5 TVs through a software update. The update allows customers to use Dolby Atmos without need for a soundbar as well as add to their audio systems. The announcement follows the successful debut of the LG Sound Suite […]
Bridgeville, Penn. – February 4, 2026 – Taurus Technologies, a Dallas-area professional AV systems integrator, has upgraded its in-house podcast studio with Brightline Lighting’s AV/720 low-voltage lighting system, and the results are already paying commercial dividends. What began as a technical refresh to replace basic fluorescent overheads has become a strategic move to create a […]
HARMAN Luxury Audio Group announced the release of nine new JBL Synthesis Custom Loudspeakers (SCL) and three next-generation processing and amplification components. The new lineup will make its global debut at ISE 2026. The company said the new loudspeakers and electronics extend JBL Synthesis’ ability to support increasingly sophisticated residential cinema and luxury home audio […]
ATEN International announced the launch of the ATEN essentials series. The series marks the first ATEN product line that was developed with a consumer-centric brand identity. ATEN said the solutions were designed with aesthetics in mind with compact, simple forms that integrate into a wide array of environments. The company also said that the series […]
Sennheiser announced the launch of its new DeviceHub, the company said the product is a cloud-based platform designed to give organizations centralized visibility and control over their devices from anywhere in the world. “DeviceHub represents a major step forward in how customers manage their Sennheiser devices,” said Iain Horrocks, product marketing manager, Software & Security, […]
Christie Digital Systems USA announced that the company agreed to sell the Christie Broadcast and Professional Video business to Vista PHX, Corp. The transaction is expected to close by the end of February. Vista PHX, Corp. is set to acquire Christie’s Spyder, Terra, Phoenix and Mastering Gateway solution lines. Vista PHX, Corp. is a new […]
We streamed this episode live from the AVIXA TV booth at ISE with guests Sam Minish and Tobi Tungl from CTI. Matt Morgan from Ross Video then gives us a behind-the-scenes tour of how the broadcast setup actually works. Gary also headed out for a Hall 3 tour and we got a surprise cameo from […]
AVI-SPL announced an investment in AI through a new executive advisory engagement with Sol Rashidi. This announcement comes ahead of Rashidi’s keynote address at ISE 2026. “AI is not a future initiative for us; it is a strategic priority today,” said Julian Phillips, senior vice president and managing director, XTG at AVI-SPL. “Our customers are […]
Bose Professional announced it will showcase its ecosystem of loudspeakers, electronics and software at ISE 2026. The company said ti plans to highlight new solutions that make it easy for integrators and designers to deliver exceptional sound. The exclusive preview of the DesignMax DM12SE, which is a 12-inch coaxial surface-mount loudspeaker, will take place at […]
Follow-Me announced the new Follow-Me DeltΔ, the latest generation of its manual performer tracking system. The company will present DeltΔ at ISE 2026. The company said that the system introduces features that encourage creative collaboration between lighting, audio and video, support setup efficiency and deliver operational focus and precision across production scales. Follow-Me highlighted a […]
Jabra announced its new expandable room solution, the Jabra PanaCast Room Kits. The company said the products combine intelligent video, room-filling sound, and flexible expansion, allowing participants to equally take part in the conversation, regardless of their location in the room. The room kits are available in configurations with one, three or five cameras, and […]
What a start to ISE 2026. After recounting our rAVe travel chaos to anyone who would listen, we finally made it to Barcelona — and immediately jumped in. We landed Monday, tested rAVe [TV] tech during setup and then I sprinted straight into events. It would’ve been four, but I accidentally got stuck at Spotify […]
THIS IS A PROMOTED POST ISE 2026 is underway, and the commercial display market is converging around a few clear realities. Displays are expected to scale across environments, deploy faster with less friction, stand out in crowded spaces, and operate efficiently long after installation. Samsung’s ISE showcase brings those priorities into focus. “Across retail, culture […]
Midwich Group officially launched the Consultant Connect, the company’s new global consultant portal, at ISE 2026. The portal was first announced at an exclusive event on Feb. 2 in Barcelona, but was publicly launched at ISE. The group said the portal was created in an effort to streamline access to technical and industry information and […]
Airtame has announced that the first public showcase of Airtame 3 will be at ISE 2026. The product launched in December, and the company said it’s the most powerful device it has released to date. The product is an all-in-one platform for screen sharing, video conferencing, digital signage, emergency alerts and remote management. Airtame said […]
PPDS announced the launch of its brand new Philips LED Configurator. The product will be unveiled and demonstrated for the first time at ISE 2026. The company said the new product takes traditional LED configuration tools and capabilities to the next level by delivering dvLED design opportunities along with seamless ordering and installations. The product […]
The renowned Reykjavik City Theatre (RCT) recently underwent a major intercom system upgrade using Clear-Com® solutions. This milestone project utilizes Clear-Com’s Arcadia® Central Station, delivering expanded capacity and flexibility to one of Iceland’s most prestigious performance venues. Since opening in 1989, RCT has been a cultural hub for Iceland’s theatre community, hosting a diverse range […]
AVI-SPL launched the AVI-SPL Symphony pricing tiers at ISE 2026. The updated pricing model for the AV Remote Monitoring and Management Software provides clearly defined pricing tiers that group features, functionality, and capabilities with customer needs. The new model allows for customers to start small and scale without additional costs or friction. Pricing tiers include […]
QSC announced that its Q-SYS Core 24f processor and Q-SYS VisionSuite VSA-100 AI accelerator are now certified for Microsoft Teams. This expands the Q-SYS portfolio of certified-for-Teams solutions. The company said these certifications reflect QSC’s commitment to delivering enterprise-grade collaboration experiences through innovative hardware, software and cloud-managed technologies aligned with Microsoft Teams standards. The Q-SYS […]
ViewSonic announced the advancement of its integrated Pro AV ecosystem. The company strengthens collaboration with industry partners in an effort to provide end-to-end deployments powered by AV-over-IP cabling, networking and content platforms. ViewSonic is set to present its Pro AV ecosystem at ISE 2026 through live demonstrations of solutions in meeting room, hallway signage and […]

