Stadiums and arenas are an important part of AV. With the Super Bowl this weekend to Taylor Swift’s worldwide Eras Tour, none of these things would be possible without our industry. That’s why we’re curious to know if you work on any stadium projects and how big of a part of your business this is. […]

AVer Information announced the VB350, a dual-lens enterprise-grade video bar, has been certified for Microsoft Teams. AVer’s VB350 integrates dual 4K lenses, delivering an expansive 113-degree field of view and versatile 18X optical zoom capability to capture vivid, detailed images across wide and deep perspectives. With its cutting-edge lens-shifting technology, the VB350 aptly captures all […]

As a techy person, I have always been intrigued by the Consumer Electronics Show. It has always been a mix of amazing new technology and useless new technology. I am surprised, though, that the show does not get much coverage in our industry, particularly in the education sector. I think there are a couple of […]

Integrated Systems Europe says the 2024 show was one of the most successful editions in its 20-year history. Taking place at the Fira de Barcelona Gran Via venue, the show attracted 73,891 unique verified attendees from 162 countries. ISE says this represents an increase of 27% on the 2023 edition. On Wednesday the show had […]

Wow. Wowowowowow. The show is officially over. We did it! Our final video count? 2,128. It’s been years since we shot this many videos and I am so impressed with how hard our team has worked to achieve such a feat. Let’s talk about ISE for a second, shall we? The show officially announced that […]

Crestron Electronics announced four DM NAX Audio Edge Devices to provide interoperability between audio sources for any AV-over-IP system. The company says each new accessory is available in two form factors: wall plates or surface mounts. A single network connection allows homeowners to control and manage the device through the Crestron Home OS. Other features […]

Well, somehow we’ve made it to Day Three. And if you’re thinking, “the crowds may have thinned now,” you’re very wrong. The crowds have not thinned in most halls — it’s stayed consistently busy. If you have to get across Hall 3 for any reason, good luck. I actually spoke to Mike Blackman, managing director […]

SMART Technologies has a partnership with TD SYNNEX in the United States. TD SYNNEX is a global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. The companies say this partnership will offer more diverse buying options, giving education, public sector and business customers more ways to access interactive technology that helps create “meaningful connections.” SMART […]

BenQ debuted the RE03 Board Series interactive whiteboard integrated with InstaShare 2 wireless, identity management and antimicrobial technology aimed at the K-12 education market. Using license-free whiteboarding software, teachers can use any interactive lessons where they can choose the pen color, erase, open files or take screenshots. Like the rest of the BenQ Board smart […]

Xilica and Yamaha Unified Communications say the brands have partnered designed to simplify the installation of ceiling audio systems in medium and large collaboration spaces. The joint room solution focusses on integration between the Xilica ecosystem of processors, speakers and control, and Yamaha’s ADECIA RM-CG ceiling-mounted beamforming microphone array, which provides coverage for rooms up […]

AudioControl announced that its Director Model M6800 multi-zone amplifier is available with Dante digital audio networking capability. AudioControl says the Director Series amplifiers deliver 100 watts/8-Ohms and 200 watts/4-Ohms per channel into 16 channels. The Model M6800 also features a powerful DSP engine that includes graphic and parametric equalization by zone, plus a switching matrix. […]

Hello, everyone! Welcome to ISE 2024 and therefore, your ISE 2024 Day Two Daily Raff article. I’ll be honest. Today, I mostly ran around the show floor (quite frequently between Halls 3 and 5) and GOOD LORD. Hall 3 was so packed, you couldn’t move. It was almost like a general admission concert. And maybe […]

AVer Information has partnered with Shure to integrate AVer’s PTZ Link and MT300(N) Matrix Tracking Box with Shure’s Microflex Advance MXA920 Ceiling Array Microphone, enabling simple-to-use voice tracking functionality for AVer’s AI Auto Tracking and Professional PTZ cameras. The companies say the AVer PTZ Link and the MT300(N) with PTZ Link Premium are designed to […]

Today, Logitech announced that all video collaboration devices that run on the CollabOS operating system will now be manufactured with next-life plastics, helping enterprise customers support their sustainability objectives. Existing products– Rally Bar, Rally Bar Mini, Tap IP, Tap Scheduler and Scribe– are being refreshed with materials that lower the carbon impact of each product. […]

On Tuesday, Jan. 30, I attended the first keynote of ISE 2024. This was extremely exciting and one of the first household names (since my time) I’ve seen give a keynote address at this show. Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is a journalist turned documentary filmmaker turned big blockbuster director. I was so excited to hear about her […]

Sony Professional Displays debuted the new BRAVIA BZ-L lineup and PTZ cameras (including the SRG-A12, SRG-A40, with enhanced AI PTZ Auto-framing capabilities) today. It also launched the BZ50L, BZ35L, BZ30L and EZ20L in various sizes, with the premium signage model being the BZ40L. Sony says the products are all aimed at making lessons more engaging, […]

Samsung debuted Transparent MICRO LED in the form of an actual commercial display using an extremely small MICRO LED chip, and it looks crazy good. The transparent MICRO LED can be customized to any size or ratio, offering another level of customization for customers. This technology could revolutionize the retail and exhibition spaces (depending on […]

Hello, everyone! Welcome back to our ISE 2024 coverage and officially Day One of the show! What a first day it has been. I made sure to carve out some time to run around and grab some information on some newly released products, I interviewed executives at Shure, Xyte and Lenovo and I even met […]

Crestron Electronics says by the end of 2024 it will have sold one million of the products in the DM NVX AV-over-IP family. As Crestron gears up to ship its one-millionth device this year, the company will be honoring the experiences that have led up to this point and says it looking ahead to all […]

Cisco and Samsung Electronics announced new meeting room solutions aimed at the UCC market. The solutions feature Front Row — an inclusive content layout for Microsoft Teams Rooms, with either Samsung’s newly unveiled 105” Smart Signage (model name: QPD-5K) with a 21:9 aspect ratio and 5K resolution or Samsung 4K Smart Signage screens. The combination […]

Naostage, an engineering-led startup that designs, develops and manufacturers tracking systems dedicated to AV on stage, will welcome ISE 2024 attendees to an immersive and interactive experience on stand 5D750. The company says its tracking solution, K SYSTEM, will form the cornerstone of the Naostage stand, where a dedicated “black box” live tracking experience will […]

Hi, everybody! Welcome to our ISE 2024 coverage and your first Daily Raff of the show. (If you are new here, Gary sends a show wrap-up newsletter each day called “The Daily Riff” and we named this blog series to match. Get it? Riff-Raff? Because that’s what Gary and I are? (Gary, if you’re reading […]

On Jan. 28, most of the rAVe team was spending their first full day in Barcelona, enjoying free time and exploring the city. We chose to end our day by visiting Casa Batlló, on the iconic Passeig de Gràcia avenue. A special event to mark the beginning of ISE 2024, there would be a projection […]

Usually, Disney is very secretive with the new tech it develops but, in this case, it wants brands to make it better, faster and start integrating with it in real-life VR environments. It’s called HoloTile. So, here’s the scenario … You develop a VR or XR game — one where the players wear either a […]

Integrated Systems Europe 2024 is right around the corner, and there is no shortage of things to keep you entertained. Once you’re on the show floor for a while, though, you may find yourself eager to take a load off of your feet. Here is a quick list of educational sessions you should consider attending […]

Midwich Group announced the acquisition of The Farm, a West Coast manufacturers’ representative and technical services provider. Based in Silicon Valley, The Farm will join Starin Marketing. Editorial Note: This is a good move by Midwich. Kudos to them. But, what is not a good move is the continued confusion and lack of value-based branding […]

Barco just launched the ClickShare Bar, two different video bars for UCC applications in small and medium-sized meeting rooms. Both video bars integrate a ClickShare Conference (plus a wired USB-C input) with a camera, speakers, and mic array. The all-in-one video bar features noise suppression and acoustic echo cancellation for audio along with video speaker […]

In late 2022, ChatGPT was released and the expectations were sky high. The technology was amazing. You could ask it to write a paper on Shakespeare in the language of a pirate and ten seconds later it pops out. You could ask it to program a Crestron control system with an Epson projector, and again, […]

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, houses of worship were forced to make some changes as many saw a decrease in physical church attendance but an increase in online viewership. But now, in 2024, what were the lasting impacts? Are in-person worship services being fully replaced by virtual services and livestreams? According to Paul […]

Snap One has announced the launch of Control4 Connect & Control4 Assist — the new software and support offerings that “improve end-user experiences while empowering U.S.-based Control4 dealers to provide superior customer service, increase profitability through recurring revenue, and encourage positive long-term client relationships.” “The homes and businesses of today rely on a wide range […]

Shure announced the launch of Microflex Wireless neXt 2 (MXW neXt 2), the newest addition to its Microflex Ecosystem, expanding the original Microflex Wireless platform. Designed with a combination of features, the new Microflex Wireless neXt 2 is a versatile, two-channel wireless system designed to offer an “all-in-one audio package for live and hybrid environments.” […]

On Oct. 1, 2023, a small percentage of 23AndMe user profile information was improperly accessed and downloaded from individual 23andMe.com accounts on its website. The company found out after an anonymous hacker began advertising “millions” of stolen genetic profiles that were supposedly from 23andMe customer accounts. The profiles included emails, photos, gender, date of birth […]