Jabra launched Jabra Reach, a single-cable BYOD extension solution designed to help businesses deploy and scale video meeting room installations more efficiently and consistently across meeting rooms of all sizes. Jabra is also announcing new firmware capabilities for the Jabra PanaCast portfolio, expanding room insights, customization options and device management capabilities. Jabra said that Jabra […]

Canon U.S.A. announced upcoming firmware updates for its PTZ lineup that aim to deliver new advanced functionality and improved performance. The new array of firmware updates for Canon’s 4K remote PTZ camera systems work to improve convenience and efficiency across a wide range of applications, including live events, news production, reality television, houses of worship […]

This week, I’m joined by a familiar face with a new role on rAVe [TV]: John Henkel! John will be dropping in as a co-host from time to time, so we catch up on what he’s been doing in retirement, the AV trends that have his attention and the industry headlines he’s watching right now. […]

Almo Pro AV announced that it is bringing the E4 Experience to Dallas on Sept. 15 and Boston on Oct. 15. E4 is the Pro AV industry’s original traveling regional event for integrators, consultants, IT Managers and end users. The company said the E4 Experience is a customizable day-long format designed to give local attendees […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST By Brian Phillips, Director of Product Marketing for HP Poly Meeting room collaboration technology has been constantly evolving for decades, with new waves of innovation emerging just as we get used to the previous ones. Artificial intelligence, advanced camera experiences, intelligent audio processing and new software capabilities continue to reshape […]

ADI announced that it is showcasing its expanding ecosystem of connected solutions at CEDIA Expo 2026, demonstrating how its distributed brands, exclusive brands and value-added services work together to help integrators design, deploy, manage and support connected living experiences. The company is highlighting its solutions under its “ADI Gives You More” mantra, presenting integrated hardware, […]

Coastal Source is showcasing its expanded portfolio of outdoor audio, lighting and design solutions at CEDIA Expo 2026. The company said it is demonstrating how professionally designed outdoor living spaces can transform residential properties while creating new opportunities for integrators. Coastal Source said it is highlighting new solutions in both the Colorado Convention Center and […]

Extron officially launched the USB Extender xi Series, which extends and switches USB signals from peripheral devices to a host computer up to 1,980 feet through a Gigabit Ethernet network or up to 330 feet point-to-point over one CATx cable. The solution supports High-Speed (USB 2) and earlier devices. It can be powered by the […]

Planar announced the launch of the Planar Chameleon Series and Planar Mosaic Series, aiming to expand the possibilities for creative LED display design beyond conventional square and rectangle video walls and provide new ways to integrate LED into architectural and experiential environments. The Planar Chameleon Series and Planar Mosaic Series are available in 1.2, 1.5, […]

Extron announced that it is now shipping the DTP3 T 322 D, a two-input wallplate transmitter that sends USB-C and HDMI video, USB data, embedded audio, power and control up to 330 feet over a shielded CAT 6A cable. The company said it can provide up to 100 watts of USB-C power delivery to charge […]

DVDO announced the launch of DVDO-C9-1-G, a 4K 360° all-in-one conference camera designed to deliver an immersive meeting experience for conference rooms, huddle spaces, classrooms and hybrid meeting environments. DVDO-C9-1-G combines four synchronized 4K camera lenses to capture a complete 360° panoramic view of the room with six integrated microphones offering an 18-ft pickup range […]

Magnetar officially debuted ULTIMA, a luxury media transport featuring a DC power stage. The company said the solution is engineered as a pure reference source and is designed to preserve source integrity from disc to display or external processor for home cinema and high-performance audio systems. The company said ULTIMA builds on Magnetar’s MKII platform […]

EAW officially launched the NT119S and NT219S, two new premier-class active subwoofers engineered to deliver unprecedented low-frequency output, extension and deployment flexibility for modern production environments. The company said the solutions were designed as low-frequency partners to the NT206L and NT208L line arrays, the new Newport Series subs bring next-generation power, displacement and control to […]

Epson officially announced the availability of its first all-in-one dvLED displays, the LE-C1 Series. The series is powered by chip-on-board technology and aims to provide an expansive viewing experience with bright, high contrast images, even in high ambient light environments. The company said the all-in-one dvLED displays aim to deliver a complete, ready-to-deploy solution that […]

easescreen and uink, a specialist in ePaper display technology, announced that the companies have entered into a strategic partnership to integrate ePaper into professional digital signage environments. Through the integration of uink’s technology into the easescreen platform, organizations can manage traditional digital displays and ePaper devices within one infrastructure — including content distribution, device management, […]

The lines between residential and professional AV continue to blur as users bring consumer technology expectations into workplaces, classrooms, hospitality spaces and beyond. Intuitive interfaces, smart automation and seamless experiences are no longer “nice to have” — they’re becoming the standard. This month’s Temperature Check explores how residential technology trends are influencing professional AV, what […]

The Alliance for IP Media Solutions (AIMS) today announced the results of its second IPMX Product Certification Test Event, held Aug. 24-28 at European Broadcasting Union headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. Eight manufacturers submitted 14 products for testing, and all 14 were officially certified to the Internet Protocol Media Experience (IPMX) standard, qualifying them to carry […]

Kaleidescape officially announced the Compact Terra Prime 246TB solid-state drive (SSD) movie server at CEDIA Expo 2026. The high capacity movie server is designed for luxury home cinemas. The company said the Terra Prime 246TB is housed in the same compact chassis as the Strato K movie player and is precision-crafted from black anodized aluminum […]

Shelly Group announced the integration of Shelly devices with Brilliant NextGen. The first two Shelly sensors – the Shelly Bluetooth Motion and Shelly Bluetooth Door/Window, as well as the Shelly Bluetooth-to-Wi-Fi gateway and Shelly relay lineup, are fully integrated with the Brilliant platform and available to every Brilliant user. Brilliant users can now seamlessly sync […]

36C Destination Studios is a private residential recording retreat for A-List artists. The studio complex and living space is located inside a gated estate on Lake Oconee and features high-end amenities and modern recording capabilities that aim to provide a comfortable location for creative work. Evan Holland established the idea alongside studio design and integration […]

The Z-Wave Alliance announced that it is highlighting the presence of its members across the CEDIA Expo 2026 show floor, giving professional integrators and other attendees opportunities to connect with companies and solutions from across the Z-Wave ecosystem. Z-Wave Alliance members will be available at the Airzone Booth (C1116), Alarm.com (4300), Alfred International (727), LifeSmart […]

Human history is full of things that once seemed perfectly reasonable and that we now look back upon and wonder, what in the world were they thinking? For centuries, illnesses were treated by bleeding patients, attaching leeches or heating cups to create suction that was thought to draw sickness out. Even indoor plumbing was once […]

PMA Research officially announced the availability of a new in-depth report on the European Single-Panel LCD Projector Market. The company said the report is a strategic market study of the European and UK single-panel LCD projector category, commonly referred to as 1LCD. The report covers market size and growth, sell-in versus sell-through dynamics, competitive structure, […]

Theory Audio Design is introducing the p9 pendant loudspeaker at CEDIA Expo 2026. According to Theory, the p9 unites wide bandwidth, lively dynamics, high maximum output and refined acoustic performance in a slender profile. The p9’s nine-inch coaxial driver is fitted with a carbon fiber sandwich low frequency diaphragm that leverages the company’s Theorem High […]

PPDS announced the evolution of its EcoDesign learnings with its ‘future proof product thinking,’ becoming ReDesign. The company said it has extended its circular design approach to the development of new products. PPDS said the philosophy reinforces its long term commitment to sustainability, circularity and social responsibility, embedded through every stage of its product lifecycles. […]

Videri today launched Videri Intelligence, the intelligence layer built directly into its end-to-end platform. Three capabilities activate inside the Portal customers already operate: Videri App Studio builds content and full applications from a plain-English prompt, Videri Actions runs the network on command and Videri Insights reads what is actually moving the business, unprompted. It is […]

Solid State logic announced it is expanding its open Sound Control integration as part of a major V4.3 update to its System T platform at IBC 2026. The upgrade provides the ability for external systems to control System T console parameters via the open and extensible OSC protocol. It also aims to give third-party equipment […]

Jetbuilt announced its seventh Annual Global User Summit, taking place Oct. 1-2, 2026 at the Renaissance Downtown City Center Hotel in Denver, Colorado. The two-day event unites Jetbuilt users for education, collaboration and networking while providing an opportunity for attendees to share ideas that directly influence the future development of the Jetbuilt platform. The company […]

DMF announced it will bring its ‘Artful lighting for everyday luxury’ philosophy to CEDIA Expo 2026.  According to DMF, attendees will experience how the Artafex line of luxury lighting solutions including the new Artafex 1, offers multi-use solutions for every application, from a single room to an entire home, while integrating with popular control systems.  […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Digital screens are no longer vessels for rotating announcements. They’re critical communication systems. But that expanded role comes with a challenge. If displays now wear many hats: internal communications, operational information, wayfinding, safety messaging and more, how do you keep them from becoming overcomplicated? I.e., How do you keep them […]

Bluesound plans to debut its redesigned PULSE SUB wireless subwoofer  at CEDIA Expo 2026. The subwoofer is designed to work with the PULSE CINEMA and PULSE CINEMA MINI wireless soundbars and deliver deeper, more dynamic bass to movies, music, TV and gaming. The PULSE SUB combines a cylindrical form factor with a 350-watt amplifier and […]

Logitech announced that it has enhanced its presence and environmental sensor, Logitech Spot, through ten new partner integrations. The company said that connecting Spot’s data stream directly into workplace management, AV control and analytics platforms including Appspace, Extron, Q-SYS, Planon, Robin, Spaceti, Utelogy, VergeSense, Xyte and Zoom aims to benefit companies and employees through responsive, […]