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What Happened This Week: most popular stories May 18-May 22
ProAV Today
WATCH: Southwest bans bots from flights after robot passenger goes viral
"Human-like or animal-like robots" will no longer be welcome on flights
ProAV Today
WATCH: Grogu levitates popcorn above Times Square in new installation
'Baby Yoda' uses The Force ahead of the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu
ProAV Today
Asus’ upcoming gaming glasses give users a 171-inch virtual display
The Asus ROG Xreal R1 double the refresh rate of its predecessor
The Wire
d&b audiotechnik presents DS110 Soundscape processing engine
(Backnang/Germany, 20 May 2026)- Today, d&b audiotechnik introduces the DS110, an upgraded Soundscape processing engine that builds on the proven capabilities of the DS100, delivering increased performance and expanded flexibility for Soundscape systems. Available as of now, the DS110 represents...
ProAV Today
WATCH: LaGuardia Airport rolling out AI ‘Guest Experience Ambassador’ holograms
Guest Ambassador Bridget helps travelers navigate the New York airport
Corporate
Case Study: Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis, Singapore
Global commercial real estate services and investment firm CBRE (Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis) has more than 140,000 employees in over 100 countries and builds its reputation on designing efficient and effective workplaces. CBRE aspires to bring this same commitment...
ProAV Today
Haivision Showcases Video Wall, Secure Video Distribution, and Ultra-Low Latency Innovations at InfoComm 2026
Demonstrations highlight the latest developments in video wall visualization and secure IPTV distribution for mission-critical operations, and ultra-low latency live video for broadcast and live production workflows
ProAV Today
Huawei integrates a full-color projector into headlights
The XPixel platform can throw a 100-inch image and help drivers navigate
ProAV Today
Amazon rebrands its Fire TVs, complete with name change
The shift to Ember TVs is part of the company's rebrand of its TVs, platforms, and media players
ProAV Today
Report: Inkjet-printed OLED could provide up to 35% cost reduction
Latest research from Omdia highlights advantages of inkjet-printed OLED, including a significantly reduced cost
Featured
SVC Podcasts
Cindy & Cynthia Ask The Questions: Ross Video On Creating High-Quality Broadcast AV
AV Technology’s Cindy Davis and Sound & Video Contractor’s Cynthia Wisehart asked their respective audiences to share some questions about the real value of creating high-quality broadcast AV in non-traditional broadcast environments. During a candid discussion, they put the...
Awards
InfoComm 2026 Best of Show Awards nominations now open!
Future US proudly invites nominations for the Best of Show Awards at InfoComm 2026, presented by Sound & Video Contractor, AV Technology, Digital Signage, Installation, Mix, ITPro and Tech & Learning. These awards are intended to honor – and...
SVC Event
Best of Show at NAB 2026
Sony PXW-Z300 Camcorder with Video Content Authenticity Technology The Sony PXW‑Z300 handheld XDCAM 4K is announced by Sony as the world’s first camcorder to support real-time, standards-based content authenticity by adding unique digital signatures to MP4 video footage. It’s...
Industry
On the Circuit: MAXHUB US Headquarters
Grand opening is a message of commitment to North America--and to AI
Audio
L-Acoustics Source Intelligence™ Brings Unprecedented Clarity and Gain Before Feedback to Live Vocals, Giving Artists Freedom to Perform Anywhere
Real-time voice separation technology running on the L-ISA Processor II eliminates PA bleed, stage noise, and feedback risk without compromising quality or clarity
Audio
L-Acoustics Introduces L1 and CS1: The Future of Large-Scale Live Sound
Already on tour with Bruno Mars and Joker Xue, and on the stages of major music festivals, L1 and CS1 expand L-Acoustics L Series to set a new performance...
InfoComm
22Miles Launches DX Pro™: a Unified Platform for Enterprise Visual Experience Management
DX Pro unifies governance, monitoring, and content for enterprise digital signage, wayfinding, immersive experiences, and space management, with on-prem or cloud deployment.
Audio
Charis Christian Center Elevates Worship Experience with DAS Audio EVENT Series Installation
New EVENT Series deployment delivers immersive coverage, improved intelligibility, and a transformed in-person and livestream experience.
New Products
Luminex Introduces GigaCore O26-I 20S10 4S25 2S40: High-Bandwidth Switch for Next-Generation Pro AV Networks
"With the GigaCore O26-I, we are responding to what our customers have been asking for," said Bart Swinnen, CEO of Luminex Network Intelligence. "The demand for a high-bandwidth, protocol-ready...
InfoComm
VuWall and G&D to Showcase Unified Control Room Technology at InfoComm 2026
VuWall and G&D will debut TRx 4.0, VuCore, and CommandKeyboard-Advanced at InfoComm 2026, booth C8867. The booth will feature live demonstrations of integrated video wall management, KVM control, and...
The Wire
AtlasIED Announces Atmosphere AZP Amplifiers
AtlasIED, a recognized leader in the commercial AV and security industries, is focused on engineering and manufacturing products with long term viability and relevance through hardware and software evolution...
The Wire
Epson Introduces New Laser Display Lineup Designed for Greater Impact, Simplicity and Flexibility Across Any Space
10 New Standard and Interactive Models Offer Large, Cost-Effective Displays with Easy Wireless Casting
The Wire
AtlasIED Introduces Atlas+Fyne Premium Pendant Loudspeakers at InfoComm 2026
AtlasIED, a recognized leader in the commercial audio and security industries, announced the addition of new premium pendant loudspeakers to the Atlas+Fyne IsoFlare™ Series, which will be featured at...
Podcasts
SVC Podcasts
Cindy & Cynthia Ask the Questions: About Networked AV Pain Points
Sound & Video Contractor’s Cynthia Wisehart and AV Technology’s Cindy Davis asked their respective audiences to share questions about their networked AV pain points. During a candid discussion, they put the challenge to NETGEAR’s Alex Pendleton. Check out the...
On The Circuit
The SVC Interview: Modern Upselling
We talk with Cynthia Menna of ADI Global about the power of upselling
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
Industry
May Pro AV Today Most Read Stories 2026
Meyer Sound introduces TIGRA line array and 1800-LFC subwoofer Meyer Sound is expanding its next generation of self-powered professional loudspeakers with the introduction of the TIGRA line array loudspeaker...
Industry
Magnetic Induction
Header photo: Store Norsk Leksikon A client of mine was complaining about hum in their audio mixer. This was a system that I had built and knew well. I...
Industry
April Pro AV Today Most Read Stories 2026
DJI sues FCC over import ban Chinese drone company DJI has filed a suit against the FCC, following the agency’s recent decision to prohibit imports of the company’s new...
Industry
Audio Mixer Basics Part 1
Audio mixers are a big topic, spanning everything from passive combiners to huge recording and live music consoles. Not to mention virtualized mixers in DSP. If you’re combining two...
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