By Steph Beckett and Cory Knapp This year marked my sixth CEDIA Expo. I’ve attended every year since 2021, and every year I look forward to seeing what’s new in residential AV. This year, I brought along our content specialist, Cory Knapp, for his first-ever CEDIA Expo. We thought that gave us an excellent reason […]

CEDIA officially announced the project, business, and product finalists for the 2026 CEDIA Smart Home Awards Americas. CEDIA said that every entry was assessed by a global panel of industry experts using category-specific judging criteria. Judges considered a range of factors, including technical execution, design integration, innovation, business performance and overall impact. CEDIA said that […]

Theory Audio Design officially announced it is now shipping five new amplified loudspeaker controllers. The eight-channel DLC-1500.8d serves as a new addition to its DLC Series loudspeaker controller lineup. The new PLC series includes two eight-channel and two four-channel models and utilizes Powersoft’s Class-D amplification topologies, SmartRail energy-management power supplies, Power Factor Correction and advanced […]

Gary and I kick things off with a reminder that rePLAY InfoComm 2026 is July 2 at 2 p.m. ET, where we’ll revisit our favorite moments from the show and earn 1.0 CTS, CTS-D or CTS-I RU along the way. We also dig into the official InfoComm attendance numbers and what the increase in end-user participation says […]

Crestron Electronics officially announced the release of its Configure Pro platform, a professional configuration platform built to help residential dealers design, configure and deliver Crestron Home OS projects faster and more consistently. The company said that Configure Pro aims to simplify system configuration through standardized, no-programming workflows that serve to reduce setup friction, shorten training […]

Future-Proofing Meeting Rooms for AI and Hybrid Work As organizations invest in AI-powered meeting experiences, the quality of the underlying audio has never been more important. In this episode of The Collaboration Space, Nancy Lussier speaks with Chris Merrick, Global Vice President of Marketing for Collaboration at Shure, from the show floor at InfoComm 2026. […]

Hi everyone! This is your favorite wrap-up of Day One of InfoComm. Yes, I am posting this a day late. Yes, this will be a trend. First thing’s first: My day began with sponsor interviews. This was actually most of my day. While yes, people pay for these, I still think they are worth watching. […]

As AI becomes a standard part of workplace productivity, organizations are rethinking how they design, deploy and manage collaboration spaces. In this episode of The Collaboration Space, Nancy Lussier sits down with Joel Mulpeter from Crestron at InfoComm 2026 to discuss what it takes to build AI-ready meeting environments that scale across rooms, campuses and […]

Epson officially launched the new EB-XQ2030B 30,000-lumen 4K Laser 3LCD projector. The EB-XQ2030B combines 3-chip 3LCD color, enhanced black levels and 4K detail at up to 30,000 lumens of brightness, aiming to enable large-scale visuals with the depth and clarity demanded by immersive environments. The solution features 4K Crystal Motion technology that aims to deliver […]

InfoComm 2026 has just begun, and already, it’s a variety of AV innovations. The show featured new product launches, next-level innovations and even a few surprise announcements. At this year’s show, we changed our awards structure and this year’s winners were chosen by a panel of judges. It’s difficult to choose from such a variety […]

FAIRFAX, Va. June 2, 2026 — InfoComm 2026, the largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America, will debut its first-ever Media Day on Wednesday, June 17, a new, curated experience designed to give attending media and analysts early access to the most significant announcements, innovations and industry developments at this year’s show. Media Day […]

Rockleigh, NJ – June 10, 2026 – Crestron Electronics, a global leader in workplace collaboration and control solutions, will showcase its latest solutions for intelligent spaces at InfoComm 2026, demonstrating how its unified ecosystem of content, collaboration, and control technologies is powering the next generation of modern workplaces, hospitality environments, campuses, and large-scale venues. From […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST InfoComm 2026 is about more than product launches — it’s about the people, strategies and ideas driving the next phase of the AV industry. In this Q&A series, exhibitors share what they’re showcasing at the show, the trends influencing their roadmap and the conversations they’re hoping to have with integrators, […]

Stage Precision announced that it will return to InfoComm this year with plans to exhibit its evolving SP Grid ecosystem, which is emerging as a go-to control and data management solution for live events, studio and installed environments. Grid Studio, the central low-code development software from the SP Grid platform received a significant update with […]

Shelly Group officially launched its Shelly Installer Portal, the new professional hub for providing dealers and installers with the tools and resources they need to design, deploy, manage and expand upon Shelly-powered smart home and connected building automation systems. The company said that the new Installer Portal builds directly on Shelly’s continued investment in the […]

The Crestron officially announced that it has been named the Official Smart Hospitality Systems of Espai Barça, the landmark project redefining Spotify Camp Nou and its surrounding district into a next-generation, always-on destination. Espai Barça is FC Barcelona’s landmark initiative to modernize and expand its stadium and campus. The goal of the project is to […]

GivingBack.tech officially launched its new repurposing scheme for the AV industry. The program aims to provide UK charities and Community Interest Companies with high-quality AV equipment through repurposed materials. Founder Ian Morrish recognized the lack of resources for charities and initiated the idea. The aim is to limit landfill by giving excess AV equipment to […]

ISE 2026 showcased a wide array of AV innovations. With new product launches, next-level innovations and surprise announcements, the show was unforgettable. The rAVe [PUBS] team gathered over 2,300 videos of the latest solutions, as well as podcasts, photos and news coverage of hundreds of products. You can find it all on our ISE Microsite. […]

Crestron Electronics announced two new solutions: the DM NAX Intelligent Audio Platform and the 1Beyond i12D Intelligent Camera. The company said these products are designed to simplify how organizations deliver professional and AI-ready meeting experiences at scale. “Hybrid meetings have made it painfully clear that audio and video can’t be an afterthought,” said Joel Mulpeter, […]

What a start to ISE 2026. After recounting our rAVe travel chaos to anyone who would listen, we finally made it to Barcelona — and immediately jumped in. We landed Monday, tested rAVe [TV] tech during setup and then I sprinted straight into events. It would’ve been four, but I accidentally got stuck at Spotify […]

THIS IS A PROMOTED POST As ISE 2026 approaches, we’re highlighting some of the companies exhibiting on the show floor and previewing what they plan to showcase in Barcelona. This interview is with Crestron‘s Brad Hintze, Executive Vice President of Customer Success and Marketing. Q: What’s driving your decision to exhibit at ISE 2026, and […]

Crestron Electronics has announced the 80 Series Touch Screens, a new family of dedicated residential control interfaces designed for use with Crestron Home OS. The company said the new line is intended for smart home environments including luxury residences, multidwelling units, hospitality suites and marine applications. The 80 Series is available in 8-inch and 10-inch […]

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Crestron Electronics announced the opening of a new Crestron Experience Center at its EMEA headquarters in Mechelen, Belgium, expanding its global network of customer engagement spaces. The new facility offers an immersive environment where visitors can explore the company’s latest technologies for smart homes, workplaces, and hybrid collaboration. Building on the success of Crestron’s flagship […]

Renkus-Heinz has announced the launch of new third-party control plug-in modules for Crestron and Q-SYS systems, developed in collaboration with Control Concepts. The plug-ins are designed to simplify system integration and enhance control across Renkus-Heinz loudspeaker deployments, marking the first in a series of planned control solutions from the company. Known for its loudspeaker technology […]

Crestron Electronics announced enhancements to its Crestron Home OS platform, debuting a new configuration tool and expanding its control, shading and audio solutions. At the center of the launch is Configure Pro, a configuration platform designed to streamline system setup. Configure Pro offers no-programming system creation, advanced conditional logic, keypad programming, and enhanced AV-over-IP configuration. […]

Crestron Electronics announced new additions to its residential lighting control lineup, introducing a next generation of Cameo keypads, dimmers, and switches, along with expanded finish options for the Horizon series. The updated Cameo line features up to 138 customizable button layouts, three button types, and field-replaceable buttons. Installers can configure the devices with Crestron Impress […]

Olibra and Chowmainsoft have introduced a Bond Bridge driver for Crestron Home, expanding integration of Bond products within the Crestron ecosystem. The driver enables two-way control and feedback for a range of 350–450 MHz RF devices, including ceiling fans, blinds, shades and fireplaces. It supports Bond Bridge, Bond Bridge Pro and other Bond-enabled devices, providing […]

PlexusAV, the professional AV division of Sencore, providing a suite of human-focused AV-over-IP solutions, are delighted to announce the appointment of Jim Reinhardt as US Sales Manager. Steven Cogels, Global Director of Business Development at PlexusAV, confirmed, “As we grow our business in the US, we knew it would also be important to grow our […]

Crestron Electronics announced a major firmware update for its 1 Beyond intelligent video camera line, introducing new multi-camera switching capabilities and expanded intelligent automation for workplace and learning environments. The 1 Beyond 2.0 firmware allows intelligent switching for up to five cameras in a single room — a significant upgrade from the previous limit of […]

What does it take to future-proof your workplace technology in an AI-driven world? In this special episode of The Collaboration Space, live at InfoComm 2025, host Nancy Lussier chats with John Bailey from AVI-SPL and Brad Hintze from Crestron to explore how organizations can prepare for the next wave of intelligent collaboration.