In a world that never stops talking, it’s funny how hard it’s become to get anyone to actually answer the phone. I’ve spent a career helping organizations communicate more clearly — whether that meant running video over fiber across the rooftops of Washington Square Park, rolling out enterprise collaboration platforms or moderating panels about the […]

Listen Technologies announced that WYO Performing Arts & Education Center (the WYO) in Sheridan, Wyoming, has installed Auri, powered by Ampetronic and Listen Technologies, for assistive listening in its Main Stage, known as “Sophie’s Stage.” Originally opened in 1923, the building now known as the WYO houses two theaters and several multi-functional spaces. Accessibility is […]

Bluefish444 published the Bluefish444 Professional Video IO plugin to Unreal Engine 5.6 the Fab marketplace for free download. The Bluefish444 Professional Video IO plugin has been published for Unreal Engine version 5.0, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, and 5.5. and now 5.6 supporting all Epoch & KRONOS SDI/ST2110 video cards. Versions 5.5 and 5.6 are compatible […]

Onkyo announced the C-30 CD Player, designed for music lovers seeking a premium, solid playback solution for their CD collections. The C-30 Hi-Fi Grade CD Player delivers audiophile-grade quality using VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuit) — a proprietary technology that removes pulse noise from the signal path using advanced algorithms. The result is a clean, […]

Sonos has appointed Tom Conrad as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Conrad, who has served as Interim CEO since January of this year, will remain on the Board of Directors. “Following a comprehensive and competitive search, the Board is confident that Tom is the best person to lead Sonos into its next chapter of delighting […]

ADI | Snap One introduced a new line of Episode Hybrid Amplifiers, designed to meet the demands of large-scale outdoor speaker installations. These high power and versatile amplifiers are significantly more powerful with 1200W and 2400W models, giving customers more options than previous models for easy and flexible configurations. The Episode Hybrid Amps support both […]

Navori Labs announced Navori Digital Signage Software v2.12. This update introduces a powerful suite of enhancements for corporate, retail, and advertising environments, all designed to simplify workflows and enhance digital signage performance. One of the most notable additions is room booking integration, offering seamless connectivity with Outlook and Google Calendar. Meeting room availability and booking […]

Sharp didn’t just show up to InfoComm 2025 — they brought a plan, and it paid off. Not only did Sharp win our Best Booth Award, but the company also rolled out an all-new dvLED lineup that turned heads. In this episode, Gary chats with Mark Miller, Sharp’s dvLED product manager, about the latest in […]

Cobalt Digital has expanded its product line with new hardware designed to support the IPMX open standard, including converters, encoders, audio monitors and multiviewers for AV-over-IP installations. The company debuted two new models in its SAPPHIRE BBG-2110 compact mini converter line: the SAPPHIRE BBG-2110-4Hi/4Sio and the BBG-2110-2Hi2Ho/4Sio. Both support IPMX standards and offer HDMI inputs, […]

Kramer has introduced AVoIPQuiz.com, an online tool designed to help integrators determine which of the company’s AV-over-IP products best meet the needs of a given application. The quiz walks users through a series of targeted questions about their project requirements, including application type, video resolution, latency preferences, audio integration and multiview configurations. Based on responses, […]

By Chuck Brooks Extreme Networks and the Avnu Alliance No matter the application, today’s professional audiovisual (ProAV) networks are responsible for transmitting multiple streams of data — whether audio, video, show control or another crucial element — over shared infrastructure. While we’ve yet to fully move beyond isolated systems, completely converged networking is still rare […]

PK Sound has introduced the Ts15 intelligent subwoofer, a compact addition to its Trinity line of robotically controlled line source systems. Designed for low-frequency reinforcement, the Ts15 operates from 33 to 130 Hz and delivers peak sound pressure levels of up to 136.5 dB. It features a front-loaded 15-inch transducer in a bass reflex design, […]

Fifteen Vivitek projectors were used to bring an immersive cultural exhibition, Pompei Continuum, to life in a campaign supporting Pompeii’s bid to become Italy’s Capital of Culture for 2026. The temporary exhibition, which ran from December 2024 through January 2025, attracted more than 20,000 visitors and celebrated the art, history and cultural legacy of the […]

Palmer Digital Group is now shipping its battery-operated digital signage kiosks for retail and hospitality settings, including quick-serve and fast-casual restaurants. Available in single- or dual-sided models, the new Digital Portable Poster comes in four screen sizes — 24, 32, 43 and 50 inches — and includes customizable color options and caster configurations for mobility. […]

ProjX360 announced a new invoicing update designed to better support accrual-based accounting practices for AV integration firms. The upcoming release will introduce three invoice types — Request for Payment, Standard and Delivery — allowing integrators to bill by milestones, product delivery or completed work. The new invoicing module aims to align accounting with operational workflows […]

ViewSonic has introduced the LDP Series, a line of 4K all-in-one Direct View LED displays available in 136-, 163- and 217-inch sizes. The new models use chip-on-board technology to deliver smaller pixel pitches for higher image clarity, as well as improved durability and energy efficiency. The displays feature a 10,000:1 contrast ratio and wide viewing […]

Atomos introduced the Ninja TX, the latest addition to its Ninja monitor-recorder lineup. Unlike previous models that offered only HDMI, the Ninja TX includes both HDMI 2.0 and 12G-SDI inputs and outputs, as well as integrated Wi-Fi and AirGlu timecode technology. The 5-inch device features a new industrial design that improves thermal efficiency, reduces weight […]

Peerless Industries has appointed Earl Naegele and Tom La Porta to key sales leadership roles in support of its Neptune outdoor AV brand, the company announced Tuesday. Naegele has been named head of custom integration, retail and e-commerce sales, while La Porta will serve as inside sales manager for those same segments. Both will focus […]

Absen and Versatile have jointly unveiled what they say is the world’s largest monolithic LED virtual production stage, located at the new Versatile AI Virtual Film Base. The curved, 270-degree LED screen measures 50 meters in diameter and 12 meters high. The total stage area spans 5,000 square meters, with the LED display covering about […]

Extron has partnered with CENTEGIX, a provider of rapid incident response technology, to integrate the CENTEGIX Safety Platform with the Extron GlobalViewer Campus Communication Suite. The collaboration is designed to bolster campus-wide communication and safety protocols for K–12 schools. The combined solution merges Extron’s communication and AV control platform — which includes bells, PA announcements, […]

Planar has appointed Filip Cogghe as vice president of sales, marketing and service for Europe, the company announced. Cogghe brings more than 25 years of experience in the AV and display technology industries. Prior to joining Planar, he served as sales director for global and strategic corporate sales at Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe GmbH, […]

PPDS, the global provider of Philips Professional Displays, has partnered with Nordic TV and streaming provider Allente to expand entertainment offerings for hotel guests across Scandinavia. The collaboration brings Allente’s fully integrated hotel app to Philips MediaSuite TVs in Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. The app, available exclusively in the region, provides guests with flexible, […]

Flock Audio released version 1.1.3 of PATCH APP DX, the control software for its lineup of all-analog, digitally controlled patchbays. The latest update introduces four new features: Bypass Processing, Quick A/B, Auto-Save and Auto-Hardware Backup. PATCH APP DX v1.1.3 is designed to streamline workflow and enhance session recall capabilities. The new Bypass Processing tool allows […]

Jetbuilt announced that its 6th Annual Global User Summit will take place Oct. 16–17 at the Kimpton Aertson Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. The two-day event is designed for Jetbuilt users to explore the platform in depth through hands-on sessions, open dialogue and networking with industry peers. Company representatives — including founder Paul Dexter, Tom Peters […]

Hisense has released a Control4 driver for its VIDAA smart TVs, allowing integration into Control4-powered home automation systems. Developed in collaboration with Chowmainsoft, the new driver enables IP-based control of core television functions such as power, volume, input switching, transport control and channel selection. It also supports app launching, including services like Netflix, YouTube, Prime […]

Boom Collaboration has introduced the Boom ARC, a new dual host connectivity hub designed to simplify switching between Bring Your Own Meeting (BYOM) setups and traditional in-room conferencing systems. The ARC functions as a smart bridge for automatic host switching. It includes USB-C with power delivery, HDMI support and a range of flexible I/O ports. […]

Part of the reason this post is titled the way it is: I’m nodding to an old aphorism — “complaining without offering a solution is just whining.” And yes, I’ll admit up front that I don’t have a solution for what I’m complaining about. The news this month? Google will no longer support the first- […]

On today’s episode of rAVe [TV], Gary and I revisit the wild world of AI aggregation and how misinformation (and Coldplay?) is being disseminated in real time. Then we’re joined by Joel Mulpeter, director of product marketing at Crestron, to break down the brand’s biggest InfoComm hits and what’s coming next. Plus: a new portable […]

Disguise just raised the bar for live event visuals with the launch of X1, a portable version of its Designer software. Built for creators delivering small-to-medium concerts, theater productions and branded experiences, X1 allows users to run 4K content straight from a laptop — no proprietary media server required. Already battle-tested at Rockfest Germany (Bullet […]

Questex’s Digital Signage Experience has opened nominations for the 2025 Digital Signage Experience Awards, also known as the DIZZIES. The awards recognize outstanding digital signage projects and the individuals behind them and will be presented at DSE 2025, scheduled for Oct. 19–21 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront in San Diego. The DIZZIE Awards highlight […]

SNA Displays and BBI Engineering partnered to provide LED display technology for three exhibits at the newly built World Heritage Center in San Antonio, Texas. The exhibits were conceived by G&A, a creative firm specializing in transformative experience design. Through dynamic video technology, each display integrates traditional imagery and color to enhance the visitor experience. […]

This article features the audiovisual industry’s role in this dramatic trilogy — and serves as a polite wake-up call to the industry and manufacturers. Every great movement in history eventually hits that awkward moment when the hype train pulls into the reality station. Esports is no different. Once the underdog of digital entertainment, it’s now […]