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WATCH: Space Mountain celebrates 50th anniversary
The iconic coaster has become synonymous with Disney Parks
ProAV Today
Samsung unveils first two 2025 soundbars to support Eclipsa Audio
The Q990F and QS700F, revealed at CES, are the first soundbars confirmed to support Samsung's new spatial audio format
ProAV Today
Sonos parts ways with CPO Maxime Bouvat-Merlin
The company is still battling the effects of last year's app fiasco
ProAV Today
LG reveals 3-in-1 UST projector, speaker, and free-standing mood lamp
The LG PF600U debuted at CES, and offers 1080p visuals along with stereo Bluetooth speakers
Markets
Case Study: Princeton University Chapel, NJ
Princeton University Chapel is an elegant house of worship in the style of the English Gothic cathedrals of the 14th century. Constructed in 1928 after a fire destroyed the previous worship site, the cruciform chapel cost over $2 million...
ProAV Today
Samsung debuts The Frame Pro
New Pro model comes with a Wireless One Connect box, edge miniLED
ProAV Today
NVIDIA’s vision: AI for everyone, everywhere
Over 6000 CES attendees were treated to a cascade of exciting announcements as NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang kicked off CES 2025 with his keynote on Monday at the Mandalay Bay Michelob ULTRA Arena. Demonstrating the power of ideas, technology,...
ProAV Today
Dell is getting rid of its well-known brands
Lines like XPS and Precision will be replaced by lines such as "Dell", "Dell Pro", and "Dell Pro Max"
ProAV Today
WATCH: Laptop screen automatically rolls out from 14″ to 16.7″
Lenovo's ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 Rollable will be available later this year for $3,500
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Need to Know
Deadline extended for the SVC 2024 Innovative Products Awards: Readers’ Choice!
Deadline extended to 23:59 PST November 29
On The Circuit
The SVC Interview: Modern Upselling
We talk with Cynthia Menna of ADI Global about the power of upselling
The Wire
VisibilityOne Announces Appointment of John Elms as CEO
John Elms Brings Decades of Industry Experience in Enterprise Communications and Executive Leadership to VisibilityOne
Blog
Hybrid Systems: AI In The Mix
In this eBook we look at some recent research that shows the urgent need for better hybrid systems, and the kind of challenges that AV will be able to help solve, including the integration of AI. Microsoft/LinkedIn 2024 Work...
Blog
Signal Distribution eBook: Bars & Nightclubs
In this eBook we look at a variety of digital signal distribution paths to support atmosphere and operational efficiency. Also: Some common technology myths A personal RF mystery story
The Wire
WSDG Announces All-Star TEC Tracks Panel and Booth Talks
ANAHEIM, CA, January 16, 2025 – WSDG announces ‘Mother Ships and Satellite Studios’, an official NAMM TEC Tracks session chaired by WSDG Co-Founding Partner and Director of Design John Storyk, and WSDG...
The Wire
REDIAcoustics Announces Partnership with Mix with the Masters Ahead of NAMM 2025
NEW YORK, NY January 16, 2025 — REDIAcoustics announces the launch of a special partnership with Mix with the Masters to bring the firm’s acoustic optimization software package REDI...
The Wire
AUDIX Adds to the PDX Family of Dynamic Vocal Microphones with the New PDX520
“For interviews and other narrative content, your voice is key to growing your audience. With the PDX520, that voice will come through loudly and clearly, conveying that you know...
The Wire
Legrand | AV To Showcase Innovative Solutions at ISE 2025
Visit Legrand | AV at ISE 2025, Booth 3N600 Legrand | AV’s Booth Experience Will Highlight Solutions From C2G, Chief, Da-Lite, Middle Atlantic, and Vaddio WEERT, Netherlands. — Jan....
The Wire
The Evolving Role of Localization: Bridging Cultures and Expanding Global Reach in Media and Entertainment
The success of globally appealing shows like Squid Games and its much-anticipated sequel has significantly influenced the localization market. This example shows how content can transcend language barriers, especially...
The Wire
Listen Technologies’ ListenTALK to Facilitate Communication on Tours at AV-Symposium 2025 During ISE
Listen Technologies’ ListenTALK to Facilitate Communication on Tours at AV-Symposium 2025 During ISE AV-Solution Partner will use portable, two-way communication system for group communication and to support...
The Wire
Kordz Enters the USB-C Market with Debut of USB-C Active Optical and Passive Cables
Innovative USB-C cable solutions by Kordz launching at ISE 2025 will equip integrators to overcome common USB-C challenges and meet growing demand for reliable, high-performance connectivity across diverse applications.
The Wire
Audinate Introduces Dante Virtual Soundcard Pro for High-Performance Audio Applications
DVS Pro provides up to 128×128 audio channels at a 96 kHz sample rate Audinate Group Limited (ASX: AD8), developer of the industry-leading Dante® AV-over-IP solution, announces the...
The Wire
Black Box® at ISE 2025: Advanced IP KVM Solutions for High-Performance Connectivity, Control and Collaboration
ISE 2025 Feb. 4-7 Fira de Barcelona Gran Vía Hall 5, Booth D700 At ISE 2025, Black Box® will showcase its advanced IP KVM solutions, providing systems integrators, control...
Podcasts
Entertainment
Cirque du Soleil Audio (Podcast 266)
The sophisticated Sennheiser Digital 6000 wireless system at work
Blog
PODCAST 243-2: Grace Polaris Church Gets Video Streaming Just in Time for Pandemic Pt 2
Church continues online services with all new AV gear in InteRise project
Blog
PODCAST 243-1: Grace Polaris Church Gets Video Streaming Just in Time for Pandemic Pt 1
Complete AV renovation by InteRise allows church to continue services online
Blog
PODCAST 242-2: Greater Baltimore Medical Center Gets the Word Out on Covid-19 Pt 2
Focal Point Productions provides Greater Baltimore Medical Center with professional videoconferencing
Industry
January Pro AV Today Top 5 Most Read
Microsoft brings digital signage feature to the Teams Rooms platform The new feature allows organizations to power digital signage for meetings and events via Teams Rooms, as well as...
Industry
December Pro AV Today Top 5 Most Read
Microsoft is discontinuing the HoloLens 2 Microsoft has unceremoniously axed the HoloLens 2, the company’s enterprise-focused AR device. First reported by UploadVR, Microsoft has been communicating to its partners...
Industry
NSCA releases 2024 Compensation & Benefits Report
The latest Compensation & Benefits Report shares data collected from integrators about salaries and fringe
Industry
What is Ethernet?
With the widespread adoption of IT networks and technology, the landscape of AV and broadcast media has become much rockier. We are now working daily with technologies that were...
Industry
Pro AV Today Top 5 Most Read
iFixit launches its own soldering iron and accessory lineiFixit has announced the launch of its own soldering iron tools aimed at making soldering more accessible to the masses. As...
Industry
Mysteries of RF
Photo of transmitter facility courtesy of Geerling Engineering Not long ago I was awakened at six in the morning by a strange alien voice emanating from my bedside radio....
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