Epson has announced the launch of LifeStudio Series of smart mini projectors in Australia. The company said the new range is designed for modern living, combining premium entertainment, sophisticated styling and intelligent projection in a way that reimagines what a projector can be in a home. Both the Epson LifeStudio Pop (EF-62B) and Epson LifeStudio […]

Matrox Video has announced an integration between Matrox ORIGIN and NVIDIA Holoscan for Media that allows Matrox ORIGIN media services to be provisioned, configured and deployed within NVIDIA Holoscan for Media using Kubernetes. The integration will be demonstrated at IBC 2026 as part of the European Broadcasting Union’s Dynamic Media Facility (DMF) showcase. According to […]

Nureva Inc. has announced Room Assistant, the first feature in its broader roadmap to bring AI-powered room intelligence to Nureva audio systems. According to Nureva, Room Assistant brings natural language processing to Nureva Console, the device management and monitoring platform for Nureva audio systems, with an interface that helps IT teams interact with Nureva’s knowledge […]

Quam Nichols announced that it is officially on the network with the launch of the QIP line up of endpoints. The company is bringing its signature audio performance and installer-first simplicity to a new family of PoE/PoE+ endpoints. QIP aims to give integrators a flexible new approach to designing network audio systems for voice paging, […]

Dirac officially announced that Emotiva’s new LXR-11 AV receiver and LXP-16 surround processor will launch with Dirac Live Room Correction, Dirac Live Bass Control, and Dirac Live Active Room Treatment included and ready to use out of the box, with no additional license purchase required. The company said that the launch marks a major update […]

SunBrite introduced The Complete Outdoor Setup, a new way for consumers to create a complete outdoor entertainment system built around an award-winning SunBrite outdoor TV. The Complete Outdoor Setup is available exclusively from SunBrite and aims to bring together everything necessary for outdoor entertainment – a SunBrite Solis full-sun or Veranda full-shade outdoor TV, outdoor-rated […]

AVI-SPL officially announced a partnership with Matternet, the FAA Type-Certified drone delivery platform, to deploy drone logistics to speed service delivery across metropolitan markets. The partnership combines AVI-SPL’s service, integration, and supply chain network with Matternet’s autonomous drone technology to deliver critical equipment and replacement parts to field technicians in minutes, reducing delays in congested […]

There’s a great scene in “This Is Spinal Tap” where the musicians tout an amp as louder because the dial goes to 11. It’s hilarious, of course, and obvious that the dial numbering really has nothing to do with the output itself. However, it had me thinking about a few misconceptions in audio that can […]

Genetec announced that TEPCO Power Grid has deployed Genetec Security Center as the foundation for a next-generation physical security platform. Genetec said the platform will centralize management of more than 30,000 cameras and support future innovation across the TEPCO Power Grid network of 1,600 substations and service centers. TEPCO Power Grid manages and operates the […]

Denver’s National Western Center is undergoing a major redevelopment, transforming the historic site into a 2.2 million-square-foot campus dedicated to agriculture, education, research, entertainment and culture. The expanded campus is designed to serve as a year-round destination that will host everything from concerts and trade shows to livestock competitions, international conferences, farmers markets and the […]

CEDIA Expo announced that 9,653 people visited the trade show at the Colorado Convention Center from Sept. 2-4.  Event organizers said more than 320 exhibiting brands came together with the residential integration community to reconnect with customers, build new relationships and create new business opportunities. “What stood out in Denver was the quality of the […]

Yamaha has introduced the RUio16FLX-D, a flexible 16-channel rack I/O solution designed to provide adaptable connectivity for commercial installation, business audio and live sound applications. The RUio16FLX-D features Phoenix connectors that allow each pair of channels to be configured as analog inputs, analog outputs or AES/EBU outputs, giving integrators and system designers the flexibility to […]

Autoscript today launched Voice Controller for WinPlus-IP, a new voice-controlled prompting solution that enables presenters to control the movement of their script by speaking. Voice Controller is powered by the speech recognition technology behind the fully automated Autoscript Voice solution and integrated with WinPlus-IP prompting software. The solution allows the prompt to respond to the […]

Grass Valley announced the launch of AVORA, a new standalone, all-in-one live production solution designed to bring the tools needed to create and deliver live shows together in one streamlined system. According to Grass Valley, AVORA, which launched at IBC2026, gives production teams a complete environment to prepare, produce and deliver live content, from switching […]

TORONTO, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 ― Toronto-based Phase 3 AV invested in 50 Ayrton Rawbeam 350 laser-source luminaires and quickly deployed them on the 13th Annual Veld Music Festival, held August 1-3 at the city’s Downsview Park. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of Ayrton lighting in North America. Rawbeam 350 was developed as an ultra-compact, […]

By Steph Beckett and Cory Knapp This year marked my sixth CEDIA Expo. I’ve attended every year since 2021, and every year I look forward to seeing what’s new in residential AV. This year, I brought along our content specialist, Cory Knapp, for his first-ever CEDIA Expo. We thought that gave us an excellent reason […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Sonos has had a big month. At the end of August/early September, the company announced a fleet of updates, including Sonos 27, the latest version of its audio operating system. The idea is this new update will bring features that expand its open platform and adaptability. Right after that announcement, […]

Extron announced that it is now shipping DXP 42 HD 8K, a compact 4×2 HDMI matrix switcher designed for professional AV environments that require high-performance video distribution. The solution supports resolutions up to 8K/60 and ultra-wide 5K at data rates up to 40.1 Gbps. The company said that the advanced switcher is ideal for applications […]

Dirac today announced at CEDIA Expo 2026 that NAD Electronics’ CI SA2-120 BluOS Streaming Amplifier Module and NAD CI S2 BluOS Streaming Module have been certified to support Dirac Live Room Correction, expanding access to advanced room optimization across NAD’s custom installation portfolio. The series is designed for professional integrators, a line of flexible, high-performance […]

Zixi and Magewell announced an expanded collaboration that aims to give broadcasters and streaming providers a reliable, end-to-end path for live video contribution over public and hybrid IP networks. Magewell and Zixi said that the solution aims to address the need for broadcasters to move to IP-based contribution through the combination of compact, cost-effective encoding […]

The ACT Entertainment tvONE and Green Hippo Pixel Academy released its autumn course schedule with hands-on training dates in September, October and November. Available course include tvONE Advanced Video Wall Design and Configuration,” “Hippotizer MX Foundation: System Design and Core Operation” and Green “Hippo Estuary MC Creative Control: Building and Running Live Visuals.” The “tvONE […]

Shure launched WAVETOOL 4, the latest evolution of its professional audio monitoring and listening software. The software was designed for theater, live sound, broadcast and houses of worship. By combining direct listening, instant replay and team collaboration, WAVETOOL 4 aims to provide engineers with greater confidence to troubleshoot issues faster and keep productions running smoothly. […]

Dalet today announced it is working with NVIDIA to bring advanced synthetic content detection directly into media workflows. The new capabilities integrate NVIDIA AI models with Dalet Flex, enabling media organizations to identify potentially AI-generated images and video as content enters their operations and incorporate those insights into existing review, approval and governance processes. Dalet […]

ADI today announced the expanded return of C4Yourself for 2026, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in the Control4 ecosystem and the global network of authorized dealers who bring intelligent living experiences to homeowners every day. C4Yourself has become ADI’s flagship annual consumer engagement initiative for the Control4 Certified Showroom Dealer community, aiming to help participating […]

MySentry is now available in the Ring Appstore, giving customers a direct way to add mobile personal safety and health monitoring to the technology they already use. MySentry helps users trigger a Panic Alarm, alert trusted contacts and connect alarms with a 24/7 professional monitoring team. With the MySentry app, authorized responders can also view […]

Tim and I are back for an end-user-focused-ish episode of rAVe [TV], with a few other things sprinkled in along the way. We start with a look at where we’re headed next, including IBC and Almo E4, before getting into how the AV experience is evolving across both meeting spaces and the home. I sit […]

Kwikset announced the launch of Raya, a new textured door knob designed to bring a modern, luxurious look and tactile appeal to everyday door hardware. Raya features diamond knurling around the edges. The company said the details and feel make the knob suitable for bedrooms, bathrooms, hallways, closets and exterior entrances. Raya is available in […]

Biamp recently enabled River Valley Church to successfully transform an unopened 38,000-square-foot casino in Grants Pass, Oregon, USA, into an 800-seat worship facility featuring cutting-edge audio technology from Biamp. Working closely with the Biamp design team, systems integration firm Arrow+Jay deployed Community loudspeakers with Biamp VenuePolar technology within the Ease® Focus 3 software to overcome […]

LG Electronics USA introduced the LG MAGNIT Gen 2 Micro LED LMPD display, a large-format display designed for commercial installations. The new model will make its first U.S. public appearance Sept. 15 during a customer event at Starpower’s Dallas showroom. The LMPD combines LG Micro LED technology with NovaStar’s COEX 5G Solution. According to LG, […]

Extron announced that all XPA Ultra FX Series four- and eight-channel multi-zone audio power amplifiers now include its ECO Standby feature. According to Extron, ECO Standby places an amplifier into standby after a few seconds of inactivity, reducing power draw to less than 1 watt. The company said its InstaWake+ technology returns the amplifier to […]

Acoem announced the appointment of Mike ODea as Managing Director of its Acoustic Threat Detection (ATD) business. ODea brings more than 20 years of experience in public safety and physical security, with a focus on using emerging technologies to improve situational awareness and decision support. ODea has led major video surveillance deployments and complex security […]

Legrand launched its 50A Weather-Resistant Electrical Outlet for EV Chargers (3894WREV), a UL Listed outlet engineered specifically to meet the new requirements for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment introduced in the 2026 National Electrical Code. Under the 2026 NEC, receptacles used for EVSE must now be specifically listed for EV use and meet UL standards, closing […]