Powersoft announced the appointment of Mitch Rauch as its new sales director for the US market. With more than 20 years’ ProAV channel management experience, Mitch’s expertise will be a “major asset as Powersoft continues its growth in the United States.” Mitch, formerly of Opticis, Vivitek and BenQ, among other AV industry names, will be […]

Jetbuilt announced the formation of its Vendor Advisory Council. This group of advisors, composed of influential figures from industry-leading manufacturers, distributors, consultants and the broader audiovisual industry, will provide valuable insights into how Jetbuilt can better serve its user base and the industry at large. Led by Steve Samson, director of vendor partnerships for Jetbuilt, […]

If you have not been paying attention to advances in the “foldable” screen space, now may be the time to start. Foldable smartphones have been around for a while but Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold seems to usher in the potential for new interest. I believe it may be a sign of the future where […]

Crestron Electronics unveiled its new flagship experience center in New York City. Located at 200 Lexington Avenue in the New York Design Center, the Crestron Experience Center is an immersive environment where visitors can experience the full potential of Crestron’s innovative solutions firsthand. Crestron says its new Experience Center is more than just a showroom; […]

One of my most annoying traits as a child has come in handy as a grown-up: asking obvious questions. My oppositional defiance disorder notwithstanding, asking obvious questions is useful precisely because they’re so obvious that sometimes no one has asked them before. That comes in really handy when evaluating things, especially policies and processes. Like […]

BY: Theresa Payton Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity have sparked an ongoing debate about whether they’re the ultimate duo or a dangerous combination. As someone who has spent years navigating cybersecurity, I see both sides. AI offers incredible opportunities but opens up new vulnerabilities that we, as cybersecurity professionals, must address. AI & Cybersecurity: The […]

The Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin wireless speaker now has a higher-end version dubbed the Zeppelin Pro Edition. The speakers use Titanium Dome tweeters, which are mounted at the far edges of the enclosure, and tweeters that are paired with 90mm midrange drivers. (These utilize Bowers & Wilkins proprietary Fixed Suspension Transducer FST technology — as […]

SANUS announced the Advanced Full-Motion 4D + SHIFT mounts. Available in small, medium and large sizes to fit 19-inch to 90-inch TVs, these mounts introduce SANUS’ 4D + SHIFT technology, providing post-installation vertical height adjustment of up to four inches for 19-inch to 43-inch TVs (VSF817-B2), six inches for 32-inch to 65-inch TVs (VMF822-B2), or […]

The OCA Alliance announced the availability of the latest revision of the standard, AES70-2024, which introduces several additions. Along with new classes, the update features new methods, a new specification for using the OCP.1 protocol, and several documentation updates. Fully backwards compatible with existing implementations, AES70-2024 continues to expand the technical foundations of the growing […]

tvONE is shipping its new video processing solution, CALICO PRO. CALICO PRO is is designed as a video wall processor for dvLED walls but, it’s basically a giant digital video canvas — so content can be sent anywhere and everywhere in a room, projection mapped across a building, on multiple displays at a live event […]

AVer Information announced that the VC520 Pro3 professional camera and speakerphone has been Certified for Microsoft Teams Rooms. The certification emphasizes the VC520 Pro3’s performance, reliability and seamless integration with Teams, making it an option for modern meeting environments. The AVer VC520 Pro3 features a 12X optical lens with a total of 36X total zoom, […]

A unique split-monitor infrastructure, a hybrid of IEMs and wedges through a pair DiGiCo Quantum338 desks, fits the Marleys’ onstage aesthetic and is achievable thanks to Quantum’s advanced processing and workflow, while a Quantum852 rocks front of house MIAMI, Florida – October 2024 – Bob Marley was larger than life, and the sheer scale of […]

Launching October 15 on Kickstarter in Two Stunning Colors: Gold Trim and Black Trim [Los Angeles, CA] – [October 10, 2024] – Fuse Audio is proud to announce the upcoming launch of its latest innovation, the GLD Vertical Vinyl Record Player, now featuring powerful 36W speakers for an even more immersive listening experience. Blending cutting-edge […]

Dealers and integrators local to Albuquerque will enjoy personalized support and onsite inventory stock from AlarMax’s vast vendor portfolio. Albuquerque, NM – October 8, 2024 – AlarMax, a leading national distributor of security, audiovisual and low-voltage products, today announces its newest branch location in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This expansion is the latest strategic milestone in […]

Esports is rapidly growing and becoming a crucial part of both the entertainment and education sectors. During this week’s LAVNCH & LEARN, Gary Kayye talks about how to delve into the world of esports, but most importantly, why you should. To find out more about the opportunities esports present for AV professionals, be sure to […]

Utelogy Corporation announced the expansion of its partnership with the Logitech Collaboration Program. Building on a five-year relationship helping companies monitor their meeting spaces, the extended collaboration now includes management capabilities for CollabOS devices including Rally Bars, RoomMate, and the latest video conferencing hardware. Together, Utelogy and Logitech are revolutionizing the management of conference room […]

Southwick, MA, October 4, 2024 — Hitachi Kokusai returns to NAB New York this week with a streamlined adaptation of its NABShow booth that shines a light on its latest innovations for professional content acquisition. The demonstration puts the focus on two 4K UHD camera systems built to serve different live production needs, whether used […]

The Great Hall of the Historic Town Hall in Košice has undergone a major lighting modernization, featuring PROLIGHTS products. The project, overseen by Showmedia, the official PROLIGHTS distributor in Slovakia, aimed to enhance the quality of lighting for cultural and social events, while fully respecting the architectural and historical requirements of the space. The installation […]

AMSTERDAM, SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 ― NUGEN Audio showcases its new NUtility Toolkit at IBC 2024 (Stand 8.D79). Created with the audio engineer’s creativity in mind, the bundle includes the brand’s SigMod, AB Assist 2, Jotter and Aligner plug-ins. Designed to enhance DAW functionality, speed up tedious admin tasks and ultimately save time, the NUtility Toolkit […]

Innovator in live production environments nxtedition, has announced a partnership with Mapcreator to embed their HTML-based map solution directly within the nxtedition platform, further enabling production teams to realize their creative vision without advanced technical expertise. Complex interactive or static cartographic visualizations and post production for animation are a thing of the past with Mapcreator, […]

WUPPERTAL, Germany — Sept. 13, 2024 — Riedel Communications today announced the launch of its innovative Smart Audio & Mixing Engine SAME™, an all-new audio processing software suite set to redefine the broadcast audio landscape with unparalleled workflow automation and flexibility. Designed to meet the evolving demands of modern audio workflows, SAME is based on […]

Rise Vision, the #1 digital signage software solution is excited to announce the launch of its new screen sharing feature, designed to enhance collaboration, engagement, and teaching. This latest innovation allows users to seamlessly share content wirelessly from any device to any display running Rise Vision’s digital signage. The new screen sharing feature transforms any […]

MIAMI, SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 ― DJ, Producer, and Multi-instrumentalist Mike Cerda has been in the music industry for over 25 years. He has worked with various artists and bands such as Shakira, Axwell & Ingrosso, and ChocQuibTown, among others. Cerda’s collaborations with GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY winners, in addition to his role as Musical Director […]

Portland, Ore. — Parker Group, a leading provider of integrated engineering services and technologies, today announced that Chief Technology Officer Ray May has been recognized with a 2024 Security Innovator Award. This honor celebrates May’s innovative spirit, dedication to innovation, and his mark on the industry since launching AVenue. The Security Innovator Awards, a program sponsored by Security […]

AVer’s creative marketing strategy at InfoComm 2024 earns top honors for driving brand engagement and industry recognition Fremont, CA — October 8, 2024 — AVer Information Inc., the award-winning provider of video collaboration and education technology solutions, announces that it has been awarded the B2B Innovator Award in the Content, Creative, and Execution category. This recognition highlights […]

LightAct appoints Show Sage as its authorized distributor for North America. It’s a partnership that improves accessibility to LightAct’s cutting-edge technology and provides faster, more localized technical support for its customers in the region. Mitja Prelovšek, CEO of LightAct, elaborates on the motivation behind this partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to appoint Show Sage as […]

Alfalite, the only European manufacturer of LED displays, has been selected by Telefónica Tech, the technology arm of the global telecom giant Telefónica, to complete one of the standout installations at the new Espacio Movistar, the company’s latest flagship venue. Located in the iconic Telefónica Building on Madrid’s Gran Vía, the project is part of […]

NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 8, 2024 – Sound Control Technologies (SCT), the leader in camera integration solutions, today announces the launch of the RC-SDA4+ and RC-SDA5+ modules. When paired with RC4 or RC5 CE (camera end) modules, these head-end units convert video, control, and audio to USB3, enabling seamless compatibility with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other […]

Weybridge, September 6th 2024 – Sony will offer the latest version of its virtual production software, Virtual Production Tool Set from winter 2024. The Virtual Production Tool Set is a combination of software that contribute to improving the quality and creativity of virtual production, furthering creators’ possibilities: it includes the Camera and Display Plugin for […]

EditShare, the technology leader that enables storytellers to create and manage collaborative workflows at every stage from storyboard to screening, will show valuable gains in practical productivity thanks to significant new hardware developments and software releases at IBC2024. The enhancements are all driven by the practical experiences of users worldwide, seeking to make their operations […]

ALAMEDA, USA – September 25, 2024 – The Production People (TPP), a prominent event production company in Singapore, has expanded its technical capabilities by adopting Clear-Com’s Arcadia Central Station. This new investment positions TPP as one of the select rental companies in Singapore equipped with Clear-Com’s latest scalable intercom platform, supported by the FreeSpeak digital wireless system […]

The purpose-built first-of-its-kind space habitat, FLEXHab, will help train astronauts and academics on earth ahead of critical missions into outer space Weybridge, UK, 30 September 2024: Sony Professional Displays & Solutions announced today that its BRAVIA professional displays form a vital part of space architect specialists, SAGA’s habitat that will provide vital training and information […]