Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, delivered a CES 2025 keynote presentation Monday evening that underscored NVIDIA’s commitment to innovation while grappling with pressing questions about AI’s broader implications. Beyond the product announcements and technical highlights, Huang’s keynote painted a picture of a tech company at the crossroads of ambition and responsibility. Here’s an […]

Shelly Group has introduced its Gen4 Series smart home product lineup, featuring support for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter protocols. The Gen4 Series includes updated devices such as relays, switches, sensors, and plug-and-play modules. Designed for both beginners and advanced users, the lineup offers solutions for lighting, appliance control, energy management, home safety, and environmental […]

We are all familiar with the caveat “what you see is what you get,” and the ancillary “seeing is believing.” For years in AV, we applied this general rule to the overall display industry. We looked at an image and judged the color, contrast, and resolution … but then we would turn our attention to […]

As I arrived in Las Vegas for CES 2025, I was greeted not just by the glittering skyline and the promise of cutting-edge technology, but by the echoes of an inbox that’s been flooded for months. Being on the CES Media and Analyst email list is a privilege, but it comes with a deluge of […]

I am guessing this was Paul Dexter’s idea as he’s a genius that is hell-bent on making dealer’s jobs easier. If this wasn’t Paul’s idea, someone at Jetbuilt needs a raise! Jetbuilt has introduced Jetpay, a payment platform designed to streamline financial transactions and help integrators capitalize on recurring revenue opportunities. Jetpay simplifies payment processing, enabling […]

The HDMI Forum has announced the upcoming release of Version 2.2 of the HDMI Specification. The new specification introduces advancements that enhance audio and video quality for content creators, including TV, movie and game studios, while supporting multiple distribution platforms. With 96Gbps bandwidth and next-generation HDMI Fixed Rate Link technology, the update optimizes performance for […]

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) announced its plans to introduce new DP80LL (“low loss”) ultra-high-bit-rate (UHBR) cables, supporting up to four-lane UHBR20 link rates with a maximum throughput of 80 Gbps. These active cables will extend up to three meters in length, significantly increasing the connection range for DisplayPort devices. The DP80LL cables will […]

I was absolutely thrilled to see that Steph Beckett from rAVe and several other well-known AV companies were represented at Microsoft Ignite 2024. I don’t think this type of AV representation would have existed even five years ago at a conference such as Ignite. After all, back then, Microsoft was an IT company, and we […]

Christie is honored that content creator Phillipe Bergeron, president and CEO of PaintScaping, a global leader in 3D projection mapping, chose Christie 3DLP 30,000 lumen 4K resolution projectors to projection map the world premiere of “Dino Lumina: A Jurassic Adventure,” at the Dallas Zoo, the oldest and largest zoo in Texas. This is the first […]

Kwikset introduced the Halifax LED Lever, featuring an integrated LED light that illuminates the handle when motion is detected, making it easier to locate in the dark. A built-in motion sensor activates the light when movement is detected within 10 feet, based on room brightness of one lux, at a 108-degree angle. The light turns […]

RGB Communications is now a distributor of Blustream HDMI and AV products in the U.K. and Ireland. “We are thrilled to partner with Blustream, a recognised leader in AV signal distribution. Their innovative and dependable solutions align perfectly with our mission to provide customers with the highest-quality AV technologies,” said Andy Atwell, managing director of […]

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) announced that it has published updates to several of its front-of-screen performance standard and logo programs, which are designed to help drive the industry to produce better-quality display products for consumers and content creators. These updates include the addition of new performance tiers for VESA’s ClearMR standard for measuring […]

BROOKINGS, S.D. – Nov. 7, 2024 – Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, has partnered with Idaho State University to design, manufacture and install LED display systems for the Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) Dome, Miller Ranch Stadium and Reed Gym on campus in Pocatello, Idaho. System upgrades began in December 2023 at Reed Gym and continued with […]

BROOKINGS, S.D. – Dec. 12, 2024 – The Savannah Bananas are set to expand their baseball experience with the addition of an LED display from Daktronics (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings, South Dakota, at the team’s home venue, Grayson Stadium, in Savannah, Georgia. The displays are being installed this winter to bring new views to Bananas’ fans in 2025. “For […]

Knoxville, TN, December 4, 2024 — Yedidyah Yehezkiel, front-of-house and monitor engineer for Unlimited Worship in Jakarta (credits include Audio System Integrator at GBI Basilea Christ Cathedral, and monitor engineer for Indonesia’s Christian contemporary music artist and worship leader Franky Kuncoro), chooses Waves eMo IEM Immersive In-Ear Mixing Software for eMotion LV1 Live Mixers. Unlimited Worship is a […]

Cuget Liber Media Group has unveiled the newly renovated Club SNC in Constanța, Romania, transforming a historic building into a state-of-the-art venue for media, cultural, and professional events. Now home to the Cuget Liber daily and online newspaper, Sursa de Sănătate (Source of Wellness), and Antena 3 Constanța TV channel, the venue has become a […]

South Africa – South Africa’s uplifting Lifted – Let the Blind Sing production is back by popular demand this season, playing at the South African State Theatre in the capital, Pretoria, with perfectly video mapped imagery driven by tvONE’s Green Hippo brand of Hippotizer Media Servers. The production and visuals have been designed by Wilhelm […]

Los Angeles, California, 1st October 2024 – When Love & Laughter, a collaboration between R&B singer Toni Braxton and stand-up comedian Cedric the Entertainer, took up a Las Vegas residency in the spring, the demand for tickets was such that they are now undertaking a repeat season in the autumn. The venue was the 3,200-seat Chelsea theatre […]

MIAMI, DECEMBER 3, 2024 ― Rudy Bethancourt is a GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY-winning audio engineer, music producer, and show programmer with over 25 years of experience in the industry. His impressive portfolio includes collaborations with renowned artists such as Ricky Martin, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, Scott Stapp, Carlos Vives, Kany Garcia, Carlos Rivera, Ivy Queen, Ricardo […]

BARCELONA, SPAIN, DECEMBER 5, 2024 — Since 2004, SeeSound has offered top professional solutions in the audiovisual market. To ensure that every project exceeds expectations, the company deploys high-quality AVL equipment, thus guaranteeing the highest standards of quality for its clients’ productions. With the mindset that the best technology and innovations are the keys to […]

A heartwarming Christmas story told through projection mapped animations in the run-up to Christmas is being driven by tvONE‘s Green Hippo brand of Hippotizer Media Servers onto the façade of The Queens Hotel in Leeds. The animation, ‘To Leeds, With Love’, is brought to the city by LeedsBID (Leeds Business Improvement District). It is a […]

Extron announced that the flagship model in the DTP3 CrossPoint Series of configurable presentation matrix switchers is now shipping. The DTP3 CrossPoint 884 is a configurable-size presentation matrix switcher with four reversible DTP3 ports to enable matrix configurations from 8×12 to 12×8. It features HDMI and DTP3 inputs and outputs, audio DSP with AEC, Dante […]

Dynaudio updated Symphony Opus One immersive sound bar design. The high-design solution has a 73-inch wingspan, so it integrates with 83-inch TVs. It houses  Dynaudio sound technology for music, movies and gaming. Symphony Opus One has 72 motorized wooden fins that move independently to display the current listening mode. Behind these fins are 24 drive […]

ZeeVee Founder Bob Michaels announced his retirement via email Dec. 19, 2024. In the email, Michaels wrote a letter detailing his love for the industry. Here it is in full: I am writing to inform you that I will be retiring and leaving ZeeVee at the end of this year. Life and career decisions do […]

Onkyo, a leader in audio technology since 1946, is launching a new era for its brand. With a focus on high-quality sound and modern design, Onkyo is introducing products that cater to music, movie and gaming enthusiasts around the world. A History of Excellence Onkyo was founded in 1946 by Takeshi Godai, who began his […]

Here are some of the changes you need to know about It won’t be the same ISE in 2025: the ISE team is promising the most dynamic and engaging show yet, with a host of new initiatives and features. So let’s see what we know so far. First, there will be least 20% more show […]

In the fast-paced AV industry, where professional commitments often compete with career development, ISE 2025 offers an accessible and inspiring learning experience tailored to busy schedules. For the first time, ISE introduces flexible ticketing options, including the new Content Day Pass, providing daily access to ISE Summits and Track Sessions at no extra cost. Spanning […]

It’s time for another episode of THE rAVe Esports Show with Bubba Gaeddert. Today, I’m taking you on a tour of the Esports Stadium Arlington in Texas. We’ll explore the facility, including the main stage, the backstage area, and the spectator experience. Join me for an inside look! Do you want to be notified before […]

Experience United Social Club is bringing its iconic digital signage networking event to ISE 2025 for the first time ever. Pixels y Cervezas will take place on February 6 at Black Lab Brewhouse and registration is now open. “We’re so excited to bring our first-ever XUSC event to ISE with Pixels y Cervezas!” exclaimed Bryan Meszaros, […]

The GQ Night of the Year party in Lisbon captivated attendees with an immersive audiovisual experience powered by Christie® projectors and displays, managed by ADLC Audiovisuais. The annual celebration, hosted at the Palacete—a 19th-century wing of the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Hotel—brought together influential figures from fashion, entertainment, and culture. The elegant setting served as the […]

Vanco International has launched a portfolio of TAA-compliant solutions. TAA-compliant products must be manufactured or “substantially altered” in the United States or a designated trading partner nation. Federal and military projects, as well as state and local government or education projects receiving federal funds, are required to use TAA-compliant products. Vendors unable to prove compliance […]

PSNI Global Alliance has appointed Kent Cawthorne as Vendor Program Manager. With nearly 40 years of experience in the audiovisual industry, Cawthorne has held leadership roles in sales, marketing, and business development at companies such as Sony, Kramer, and Legrand AV. In his new position, Cawthorne will work alongside Tom Roberts, PSNI’s Director of Vendor […]