Integrated Systems Events (ISE) has announced a new strategic partnership with EduTech Cluster and Fira de Barcelona to co-host the 12th edition of EdTech Congress Barcelona, taking place Feb. 4–5, 2026, at the Palau de Congressos in Barcelona. The two-day event will run alongside ISE 2026 and continue its mission to explore how technology can […]

Zones, a global provider of IT solutions and managed services, has announced its official entry into the professional audiovisual (ProAV) industry. The expansion, revealed during the Zones Customer Connect tech experience held at the Porsche Center in Atlanta, signals a major step in aligning AV technologies with Zones’ established IT infrastructure and lifecycle services. “There’s […]

I host this week’s rAVe [TV] solo and sit down with Brad Hintze of Crestron for a conversation about creating a true culture of collaboration through technology. From hybrid work to evolving meeting behaviors, we discuss how organizations can foster better teamwork, communication and connection across every workspace. Steph also runs through the week’s biggest […]

Nureva Inc. has appointed Epatra as its distributor for Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg, expanding availability of its audio conferencing systems across the Benelux region. The partnership will allow Epatra to deliver Nureva’s full range of Microphone Mist–powered solutions to enterprise, education and government customers. With more than two decades of experience and offices in […]

It is an End-User Edition of rAVe [TV] as Tim and I (and maybe Gary) dig into what is driving today’s AV market — from the rise of esports to new data shaping integration strategy. We welcome Mike Abernathy of NSCA to unpack highlights from the “2025 Financial Analysis of the Industry” report: improved profitability, […]

Korbyt has announced a new portfolio of digital signage media players ahead of Digital Signage Experience (DSE) 2025, expanding its hardware ecosystem for enterprise and workplace communications. The lineup includes the Aries III Fanless Signage Player, Orion 4K Signage Player, and Vega Multi-Zone Signage Player, each designed for plug-and-play integration with the Korbyt Anywhere content […]

Glass-Media has launched its new FibreCraft line of sustainable digital signage in collaboration with Samsung Electronics America, combining customizable design and eco-conscious materials with Samsung’s cloud-native Visual eXperience Transformation (VXT) platform. The new FibreCraft displays combine rapid customization, modular design, and sustainable materials to enable bespoke deployments that go beyond traditional digital signage offerings. The […]

ProjX360 has appointed Kristina Marshall as onboarding director to guide new clients through the company’s end-to-end business management platform for custom integration and pro AV companies. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, ProjX360 provides workflow software that connects sales, project management, scheduling, and service operations for integrators. Marshall will lead initiatives that help customers adopt the platform […]

NetSpeek has announced the first availability of Lena, an AI-powered platform designed to automate and simplify operations across professional audiovisual (Pro AV) and Unified Communications (UC) environments. Built to address the growing complexity of multi-vendor collaboration ecosystems, Lena—short for Language Enabled Network Administrator—centralizes AV and UC management by using natural-language automation to monitor, troubleshoot, and […]

LG Electronics USA has launched the LG Express Install Video Conferencing Solution (model EXROOM-01.EUS), a bundled setup designed to simplify and accelerate the installation of Microsoft Teams Rooms. The package aims to help enterprises quickly convert meeting spaces into high-performance collaboration rooms with minimal setup time. The all-in-one solution combines an LG 4K UR640S Series […]

L-Acoustics will officially launch L-Acoustics DJ, the industry’s first DJ system for immersive spatial audio, during Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2025. The system becomes available for purchase Oct. 30, with shipments beginning in early 2026. Demonstrations and presentations will take place across multiple ADE venues from Oct. 22–24. Originally previewed in May 2025, L-Acoustics DJ […]

Cobalt Digital will bring a broad range of signal processing, routing and multiviewer products to NAB Show New York 2025, headlined by its ARIA series of audio monitoring and routing solutions. The company will also present a new hybrid satellite transmission approach and demonstrate its UltraBlue, WAVE and SAPPHIRE product families at Booth #607. The […]

Bolin Technology has announced two key updates aimed at improving performance and usability across its range of professional PTZ cameras and AV-over-IP systems: a new firmware release with 34 enhancements and the launch of Discovery Tool 2.0 for device management. The firmware update, available now at the Bolin Download Center, delivers significant performance and workflow […]

The PowerHouse Alliance has announced the addition of AWALL, a provider of premium MicroLED display solutions, to its portfolio of vendor partners. AWALL products are now available to dealers through the Alliance’s network of more than 70 distributor member locations across the United States. The partnership strengthens PowerHouse’s commitment to providing dealers with a diverse […]

PSB Speakers has announced the PWM Sat On-Wall Speaker, the latest and most compact model in its PWM Series. Designed to deliver premium sound in a slim, décor-friendly form factor, the PWM Sat provides integrators and listeners a versatile option for both residential and professional audio setups. Available in satin black or satin white finishes, […]

AVer Information Inc. announced that its TR335, PTZ231 and PTZ330UV2 cameras have achieved Microsoft Teams Certification, strengthening the company’s lineup of video solutions designed for seamless performance in Teams-based collaboration spaces. The certification ensures that the three cameras meet Microsoft’s requirements for quality, reliability and interoperability within Teams environments. Each model brings advanced imaging, intelligent […]

Gary and I are traveling, but the news does not sleep. We preview Almo Pro AV’s E4 Experience finale in Chicago and our October Temperature Check on esports. Then we hit the week’s biggest drops: Q-SYS platform updates across cameras, audio I/O and software, Planar’s Komodo Series COB microLED, Airtame’s integration with Amazon’s signage stick, […]

Broadcast Pix, a U.S.-based provider of live video production, captioning, and streaming solutions, has partnered with Leading Technologies, a major distributor of professional audio, video, lighting, LED wall, and software solutions in Italy. The partnership will bring Broadcast Pix’s all-in-one production systems to the Italian market. Leading Technologies supplies customized technology solutions across theaters, stadiums, […]

Princeton University has upgraded its campus performance venues with an Allen & Heath system designed to provide flexibility for a wide range of events, from unamplified chamber music to fully amplified concerts and panel discussions. The project was led by production manager Lucien Dowdell, who joined the university in 2020 and prioritized replacing aging audio […]

PPDS has named AV sales veteran and edutech expert Emily Pirtle as its new Regional Sales Manager for Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas, strengthening the company’s presence in key U.S. markets. Pirtle brings more than 20 years of AV, education and sales experience to the role, including a unique perspective shaped by her early career […]

Ratingen, Germany – 29th of September 2025 Interview with Simone Farruggio, Product Marketing Specialist at Mitsubishi Electric Europe B.V. Imagine being able to test a complete production line 100 times, identify every potential bottleneck, and optimise all workflows without installing a single piece of physical equipment. This isn’t science fiction – it’s a reality that’s […]

Epson has announced a settlement with AAXA concerning brightness claims made for the company’s P6U projector. Under the agreement, AAXA will correct its stated White Brightness specification for the P6U from 1,100 lumens to 500 lumens and adopt ISO 21118, the internationally recognized standard for measuring projector brightness, for its product line moving forward. Epson […]

Deepgram has introduced Flux, a conversational speech recognition (CSR) model designed to support real-time voice agents. Unlike traditional automatic speech recognition (ASR), which was developed for transcription use cases like captions or meeting notes, Flux is built to understand the flow of dialogue, including when a speaker has finished and when to respond. Traditional STT systems […]

Kwikset has introduced a Gunmetal finish to its Signature Series, expanding the product line with a new design option for residential hardware. The Gunmetal finish features a subtle metallic luster that reflects both warm and cool tones, complementing a variety of interior and exterior design palettes. Gunmetal is offered on several Kwikset products, including Halifax […]

Dirac has announced that its Dirac Live Active Room Treatment (ART) solution is now available on a range of Denon and Marantz AV receivers. All Denon and Marantz models currently supporting Dirac Live Room Correction and Dirac Live Bass Control will also support Dirac Live ART, which extends system optimization with advanced low-frequency spatial correction. […]

Powersoft has partnered with Jetbuilt, a provider of AV project sales and management software, to integrate its product catalog into the Jetbuilt platform. The collaboration provides consultants, integrators and end users with direct access to up-to-date specifications, pricing, availability and warranty information for Powersoft products. Integrators can also customize products within the database to reflect […]

Neat has introduced Neat Open, a new mode designed to make bring-your-own-device (BYOD) meeting spaces more flexible, consistent and manageable on Neat devices. The company announced that Neat Open will be generally available in spring 2026. The solution combines BYOD with access to Neat’s App Hub and AI-powered features, all managed through Neat Pulse. The […]

Xyte has announced two senior leadership appointments as it accelerates its next phase of growth. Matt Stone has joined the company as Vice President of Marketing, while Andrew Gross has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Sales and U.S. General Manager. Stone brings more than 20 years of SaaS and technology marketing experience. He […]

Sennheiser announced plans to move its Americas Regional Hub to Nashville, Tennessee, by mid-2026, a move the company says will strengthen its role in the U.S. audio industry and deepen ties with customers and partners. The audio technology company, which also owns the Neumann brand, cited Nashville’s strong music and entertainment ecosystem as a key […]

Clear-Com’s IP Transceivers are becoming the go-to solution for professional theater productions, with major shows in London’s West End, Broadway and touring circuits adopting the technology to meet the growing demands of live performance. Recent productions such as Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Back to the Future and MJ the Musical in London, along with […]

Airtame has announced support for the Amazon Signage Stick, giving organizations a compact and affordable way to enable wireless screen sharing, digital signage and emergency alerts on shared displays. With Airtame selected as the default signage app during setup, users can display announcements, dashboards or critical alerts and wirelessly share their screens from any device. […]

Userful has introduced Infinity EdgeAI, an edge-native cognitive intelligence solution designed for mission-critical workplace applications. Co-developed with Microsoft, the platform shifts operations from reactive monitoring to proactive, insight-driven decision-making across operations centers, factory floors and other high-stakes environments. Infinity EdgeAI is built to continuously monitor multiple streams of operational data, detect anomalies and instantly link […]