Legrand AV announced that the streaming audio Nuvo P600 DIN Rail Player is available in the U.S. Designed for simple installation in projects incorporating the international DIN rail mounting standard, the P600 provides any room with instant access to endless music options from networked collections or a variety of Internet radio and streaming services and can be simply expanded throughout…
Sony Electronics recently launched the Envision TV AR app as a way to “try before you buy” – meaning that homeowners can preview how a Sony TV will fit into the wall or space that the customer had in in mind for positioning it. With the app, users can now more accurately determine which TV size is perfect for their space…
CEDIA has announced a revised schedule for the popular CEDIA Technology & Business Summits. Eight in-person Tech Summits and one new virtual conference have been added to the schedule for the fall. “The opportunity to gather in-person, connect with manufacturers, and learn from some of the industry’s best is not something any of us will be taking for granted this…
SAVI Controls, designer and manufacturer of commercial AV control and automation solutions, has announced its participation in the first InfoComm Connected virtual event as a featured panelist on the official show schedule discussing automated displays with key partners LG and Topgolf. Not only is SAVI supporting the first virtual InfoComm event as an exhibitor, the company is an AVIXA AV…
International research firm Parks Associates has announced the launch of the CONNECTIONS Community, an online conference and networking experience focused on the connected home and IoT industries. The research firm will host six webinars on key topics, sharing its latest consumer data and insights, culminating in a three-day virtual conference that will bring together industry leaders to network and discuss the…
Assisted living and memory care company Aegis Living announced the introduction of its Outdoor Living Rooms initiative as part of a comprehensive reopening plan in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The company-designed outdoor spaces have been created to allow residents across all Aegis communities to safely see and visit with family and friends. Aegis Living also released the details of its multi-phased…
Sound United, parent company of a roster of leading audio brands, announced on June 12 that it has entered into a preliminary letter of intent to acquire Bowers & Wilkins, designer and manufacturer of premium loudspeakers that also markets headphones and other premium audio products. The announcement was followed by a June 13 statement from Bowers & Wilkins, saying that…
Hunter Douglas, a manufacturer of custom window treatments, opens registration for its virtual Premieres event scheduled for June 23 and 24. Each year, Hunter Douglas debuts its new shade styles, enhancements, fabrics, and technology updates to its dealer community in Premieres events across the country. This year, the events will be held virtually, with a variety of pre-show activities on…
In its ongoing mission to bolster professionalism and deliver the industry’s best and most compelling education, CEDIA has announced major advancements in its globally-recognized CEDIA Certification program. Important takeaways include: Launching the new CEDIA Certified Cabling and Infrastructure Technician (CIT) and CEDIA Certified Integrated System Technician (IST) Certifications. Beta testing of the new certification exams will open in the coming…
The 2020 Design & Construction Week (DCW) brought more than 90,000 residential design and construction industry professionals to Las Vegas and featured over 2,000 exhibits showcasing the latest products and technologies from the world’s top kitchen, bath and building products brands. Architects, designers and builders attended the three-day annual tradeshow, including the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and International Builders’ Show (IBS), and Merlot Marketing trendspotters…