Extron launched a line of multi-window processors, dubbed the MGP 641 xi, for scaling and presenting up to four 4K/60 source signals on a single canvas. Extron’s exclusive Vector 4K scaling engine ensures that downscaled and upscaled content is presented with “unequaled image quality.” In addition to four HDMI inputs that support data rates up […]

Zoom announced a strategic partnership Tuesday with (and investment in) Anthropic, an AI safety and research company working to build reliable, interpretable and steerable AI systems. The collaboration with Anthropic aims to further bolster Zoom’s federated approach to AI by allowing Anthropic’s AI assistant, Claude, to be integrated with Zoom’s platform (which includes Team Chat, […]

HuddleCamHD just debuted a controller for its PTZ lineup, dubbed the HC-JOY-G4 joystick controller. Using serial PTZ control, the HC-JOY-G4 is designed to deliver workflow across a wide range of working environments and demands. Designed like the PTZOptics Superjoy, the HuddleCamHD HC-JOY-G4 features an ergonomic design and seven camera quick-select buttons for fast switching between […]

LG Business Solutions has introduced a new DLP-based 4K UHD laser projector featuring 21:9 aspect ratio support, aimed at UCC rooms. The new 6,000 ANSI lumen LG ProBeam BU60PSM is is optimized for Microsoft Teams Front Row but can be used in any kind of wide screen/ultra wide screen room application where you want a […]

Digital marketing is the component of marketing that uses the internet and online-based digital technologies such as computers, mobile phones and other digital platforms to promote brands, products and services to potential and current customers. The process of digital marketing has many layers including targeted digital communications, content creation, branding and social media marketing. Key […]

Poly announced a strategic collaboration with Pexip to provide a suite of on-premises and cloud-based communications solutions for privacy-conscious customers, especially those in the government, public and private sectors. Poly is starting with three offerings: Poly PrivateConnect powered by Pexip is a “secure video technology platform that delivers a unified experience in a flexible and […]

ClearOne has launched eight new COLLABORATE Versa packaged hardware systems for UCC-based conference rooms and personal office spaces. ClearOne says one of the most powerful solutions is the COLLABORATE Versa Room CT 160, which uses the USB audio-enabled Beamforming Ceiling Tile (BMA CT) microphone to bring “cost-effective professional conferencing audio to medium and large-sized meeting […]

Planar just announced the Planar UltraRes W Series 105-inch ultra-wide format LCD display, “optimized for next-generation collaboration for today’s modern hybrid workforce.” The Planar UltraRes W Series claims to provide customers with a secure, 105-inch ultra-wide format display that is ideally sized to suit the most popular unified communications and video collaboration platforms including Microsoft […]

The words we speak are precious. They convey our thoughts and opinions but also our vulnerabilities, insecurities and secrets. How can we ensure those inner feelings are protected when we need them to be? The answer lies in voice privacy: solutions that secure voice data over networks to make sure conversations are not interrupted, intercepted […]

This survey is now closed. Keep an eye out for our June 2023 Temperature Check survey! As we all know, InfoComm 2023 is approaching in Orlando, Florida, June 14-16, 2023. In that spirit, InfoComm is the subject of our May 2023 Temperature Check Survey. As a reminder, each month, we’ll be putting out a new […]

CYP Europe just debuted something called the CR-KP4 8-Button Control Keypad. Basically, it’s an LCD touch wall plate surrounded by eight buttons for control of a room. The CR-KP4 is aimed at both home and commercial applications. This eight-button keypad can send commands to any Ethernet-controlled or relay-controllable device in a system and works via […]

AMX and Logitech have collaborated to create an integration driver for Google Meet hardware. The integration provides “critical room device control pages within the Google Meet application, allowing systems integrators to create custom user interface pages in conjunction with Logitech hardware.” The Logitech portfolio offers a variety of solutions to provide user experiences for all […]

AMX is now shipping all of its Varia Touch Panels. The panels are persona-defined — Varia personas are pre-loaded apps that define the entire panel experience. Personas include Web Kiosk, Zoom Rooms Controller, AMX Book Room Scheduling and AMX G5 Control. Varia panels come with wall, glass and VESA-mount capabilities, as well as optional tabletop […]

WolfVision added a new BYOM (Bring Your Own Meeting) web conferencing feature for its Cynap systems. The new functionality is available immediately, free of charge with the latest firmware update v1.58, for Cynap Pure models and above. In addition to Cynap’s existing multiplatform web conferencing functionality, which enables Zoom, Microsoft Teams and WebRTC web meetings […]

ClearOne has announced the immediate market availability of the ClearOne Versa UCS2100 Collaboration Switcher Kit for today’s hybrid, flexible unified communications (UC) meeting spaces. “Our partners rely on ClearOne to lead the way in the development of real-world solutions that meet the needs of today’s ever-changing meeting and collaboration customers across all vertical markets, and […]

With AI rolling across the tech landscape, we’re entering new territories — a Wild West of content creation where no one has gone before. In Europe, an AI-generated “interview” with Formula 1 racing legend Michael Schumacher highlights the danger (Schumacher has not been seen in public since his brain injury in a skiing accident in […]

ClearOne today announced the availability of several new features for its BMA 360 microphones, CONVERGE Pro 2 (CP2) family of digital signal processing mixers (DSPs) and intuitive CONSOLE AI configuration software. The new features include customizable beam pointing for ClearOne’s BMA 360 ceiling tile microphone, native camera tracking in the CP2 DSP mixer, and chairman […]

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) and Sharp NEC Display Solutions of America (SNDSA) announced the launch of the new 4W-B series of AQUOS BOARD interactive displays. The new value-priced series is available in four sizes: 55″ Class (54.6″ diagonal), 65″ Class (64.5″ diagonal), 75″ Class (75″ diagonal), and 86″ class (85.6″ diagonal). […]

Optoma announced the ZW350ST and ZH350ST, two ultra-compact, short-throw DuraCore laser projectors for conference rooms, boardrooms, and other corporate spaces. The ZW350ST and ZH350ST are WXGA and 1080p laser projectors, respectively and are 34% smaller than previous Optoma models. To support Optoma’s sustainability initiative, the ZW350ST and ZH350ST projectors guarantee up to 30,000 hours of […]

DTEN announced that its DTEN D7X videoconferencing and collaboration solution is now certified for Microsoft Teams. DTEN, in collaboration with Microsoft, is creating an easy to use out of the box Teams Rooms on Android collaboration solution. DTEN’s portfolio of video collaboration solutions, which feature built-in cameras, microphones and speakers, provide a “seamless collaboration experience […]

We often use terms like “culture” when talking about companies, and often associate this with whether a place is a good place to work or not. To really understand culture and how it affects the workplace we first need to understand the definition of culture. Culture is the shared values, attitudes and behaviors that define […]

Exertis Almo has entered a distribution agreement with MicroTouch, a capacitive touch solutions company, due to the growing need for interactive touch displays. As part of the agreement, Exertis Almo now provides MicroTouch’s full range of products, including its brand new 27-inch open frame touch monitors for retail and hospitality use, and new Mach series […]

Mersive Technologies announced three new leadership appointments, including Damian Blazy as chief executive officer, Alan Young as chief product officer, and Joel Carroll as executive vice president of sales. These key positions usher in a “new phase of strategic growth for Mersive and kick off a streamlined product philosophy for Mersive’s Solstice collaboration platform that […]

URC announced the launch of its latest gaming-inspired handheld user interface. The new TDC-5100 combines URC’s legacy of handheld user interfaces with touch screen and hard buttons. Continuing its product innovation plan, URC is launching the TDC-5100 with a gaming-inspired design, hard and digital buttons, and fast processing. This new, combination of touch screen and […]

BirdDog debuted the X120, saying it’s the world’s first Wi-Fi-enabled production PTZ with NDI HX3. The X120 connection options include wireless NDI HX3 over Wi-Fi. Additionally, BirdDog says the X120 can send NDI HX3 over Ethernet, features SDI and HDMI for traditional baseband video workflows, and UVC via USB-C for direct connection to Zoom, Teams, […]

Voting for the 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards is now CLOSED.  Here are the key dates: Voting opens: April 17, 2023 Voting closes: May 24, 2023 Winners announced: June 7, 2023

LG Business Solutions USA just previewed new Virtual Production (VP) and Extended Reality (XR) stages anchored by large DVLED (direct-view light emitting diode) displays at NAB. The XR DVLED Stage will demonstrate 1.5mm DVLED technology with the strength and design resiliency of a rental-style product, which attendees can experience through a 20-foot-wide, 11-foot-tall 4K Ultra […]

AVer Information announced the AVer A30 Camera, an all-in-one device combining a document camera, microphone, and speaker. The A30 is a multi-functional tool that enhances collaboration and connectivity for hybrid meeting environments. Designed for huddle spaces, small meeting rooms, personal desks and home offices, the A30 features a 13-megapixel camera to deliver an impressive 4K […]

Sharp NEC Display Solutions just launched larger 4K resolution E Series Displays. Completing the E series lineup, already comprised of 32, 43, 49, 55 and 65-inch displays, the E758 and E868’s durability and extended run time offers a “highly effective solution to any space needing signage, such as education sites, corporate workplaces/meeting rooms, and medical […]

Over the past decade or so, I have been rather lucky to have the opportunity to observe and understand the state of audiovisual and videoconferencing environments across various organizations. For the most part, things work pretty solidly. At least for users. But beyond that, most organizations that I have seen have never really taken things […]

During the pandemic, there was a decent amount of discussion about the future of trade shows. Predictably, these theories ranged from “they would go fully virtual” to “they spring right back and be just as big as before.” I think that those who predicted a spring back to the “old days” were closer to the […]

Panasonic Connect announced its partnership with intoPIX regarding the integration of its JPEG XS technology in its PTZ and studio cameras. The company made the strategic move to JPEG XS technology by adopting the intoPIX TicoXS IP cores, which will allow their camera line-up to interface directly with live production workflows supporting SMPTE ST 2110 […]