Blogs
AI Hack #683: Learn The Tools
Thanks to AI, ideas that have been on the back burner for years can now see the light of day.
AI
Security
Resideo Introduces AI Smart Search and Access Control Integration at ISC West 2026
AI Smart Search on First Alert CX4 cameras offers generative AI to detect and classify data quickly.
Automation
Josh.ai Keynote 2026 Reveals New OS, Expanded Josh Edge Capabilities, and More
Presentation highlighted AI X OS launch and the redesigned Josh App, showed the adaptive Josh Edge remote configuration, and debuted native pool and spa...
HTA – AI That Pays: How Your Peers Are Winning with AI (Members Only)
Everyone is talking about AI, but the real question is: what are integrators actually using day-to-day that produces results? This session is a peer-driven...
Features
AI, Evolved
I had the opportunity to attend 2026 CES in Las Vegas at the start of the year to work on the Official CES Show...
Blogs
AI Hack #768: SoundVision’s Discerning Customer GPT
Using AI to anticipate a customer’s response to a proposal leaves the sales team better prepared.
CES
CES 2026: Lenovo’s Tech World Shares Vision of Smarter AI For All
Tech World showcases Lenovo’s portfolio of AI solutions and included a veritable “Who’s Who” of guests from the tech world.
CES
CES 2026: LG Demonstrates AI “Innovation in Tune With You”
LG’s vision for the AI home is giving time back to its customers, ultimately resulting in what the company calls a “zero labor home.”
CES
3 Megatrends to Watch for at CES 2026
The three “Megatrends” are all heavily influenced by the expanding capabilities of artificial intelligence.
Technology
Displace to Show First AI-Native TV at CES 2026
During the conference, Displace will showcase its new products, including Pro TV 2, the first AI-native TV, and conduct live demos of its AI...
Features
Humanizing AI
Smart tech alone isn’t enough; discover why 2026 belongs to integrators who blend digital tools with human judgment, culture, and creativity.
Blogs
AI Hack #673: Negotiating With ChatGPT Riding Shotgun
When dealing with customer service issues from large corporations, it may be necessary to bring in the big guns.
Security
Vivint Releases New Outdoor Camera Pro (Gen 3)
New outdoor security camera combines RADAR and artificial intelligence with premium components and enhanced camera tuning.
News
Research: New White Paper Examines AI Innovations in the Evolving IoT Ecosystem
New research from Parks Associates in partnership with Silicon Labs highlights $12+ billion AI service market opportunity.
News
Research: Futuresource Consulting Examines the Relationship Between AI and Home Audio
According to its research, AI is becoming a meaningful differentiator in the home audio market, with over half of consumers saying they think it...
Events
ISE 2026 Keynote Speaker Sol Rashidi to Present an ‘AI Reality Check’
The world’s first chief AI officer reveals how to navigate AI’s hype, lead effectively, and integrate cybersecurity into growth strategies.
News
URC Announces Major Upgrade to Virtual Assistant for Website and Dealer Portal
Enhancements include GPT-5, deeper URC knowledge, and file uploads.
Automation
CEDIA Expo 2025: Josh.ai Launches AI X OS, Debuts Larger Touchscreen, Showcases Josh Edge Remote, and Introduces New Partnerships
With AI X OS, Josh.ai has expanded AI across its control ecosystem to add intelligence to audio, lighting, and more automation capabilities.
News
Josh.ai Partners with Unified Representatives
The new rep firm made up of industry vets will support the rapidly growing dealer base in Southern California.
Back to Business
Differentiating in a Post-AI World
Standing out in our future business climate won’t be a matter of whether you use AI; it will be a matter of how.
News
LG Electronics Adds Kardome Spatial Hearing AI to Smart TVs
Kardome’s Spatial Hearing AI technology enables smart devices to hear like humans do.
Blogs
Don’t Jump the AI Shark
Humans are getting better at knowing when they are being pitched by ChatGPT and the like — and they don’t like it.
Security
Ajax Systems Launches IndoorCam Wi-Fi Security Camera
Features include a fallback communication channel via the Jeweller radio protocol, built-in AI, and encrypted data transmission.
Security
Ajax Systems Releases DoorBell with Built-in AI
The built-in AI recognizes people, animals, and vehicles and offers customized detection for all or only a specific type of object.
Blogs
Key AV Takeaways from CES and ISE
With two large shows already behind us, these are the trends that stood out.
Features
Annoyingly Inundated
We seem to have passed a threshold of overexplaining AI to the masses.
Blogs
Do You Have a Co-CEO?
Using AI to help solve all those problems that are constantly being dropped on your desk.
Blogs
CES 2025: Samsung Working Toward AI for All
Samsung is looking to deliver AI experiences beyond connection and automation to infuse more comfort and joy into users’ lives.
Technology
CES 2025: Samsung Unveils Vision AI, Debuts The Frame Pro
Samsung Vision AI is included in Neo QLED, OLED, QLED, and The Frame models.
Blogs
CES 2025: LG Previews a Day-in-the-Life with AI
AI is integrated into LG’s smart appliances, audio/video, entertainment, mobile devices, and automotive technology to improve a family’s daily routine both in and out...
Blogs
CES 2025: Tech Trends to Watch
Insights on some of the key technology trends that will be revealed on the CES 2025 exhibit floor and conference program.
News
Portal.io Releases Full Beta Version of its AI Proposal Builder
All dealers, whether Portal partners or not, can experience the AI Proposal Builder through a live public demo.
News
URC Adds Voice Interaction Features to Virtual Assistant
Phase 2 of the Virtual Assistant gives dealers a hands-free way to access technical information.
Blogs
HTSA Fall Conference: AI, Fusion, and the Lighting Lift
Future-focused buying group gathering paints a picture of success through the combination of technology and collaboration with others.
Events
AI Futurist Brian Solis to Present Opening Keynote at ISE 2025
Solis will explore the future of tech development driven by AI, including the opportunities and challenges for the pro AV industry.
Automation
CEDIA Expo 2024: Josh.ai Launches AI-Powered Operating System, Ships Josh Touchscreen, and Debuts Josh Edge Remote
Josh.ai’s AI OS is the industry’s first AI-powered control platform
News
Jetbuilt Debuts Jetbot AI-Driven Service Desk at CEDIA Expo 2024
Designed to simplify device troubleshooting for end users and significantly reduce service calls.
Automation
Google Introduces New Nest Thermostat
New domed crystal LCD display is 60% bigger than the previous generation.
News
URC Launches Virtual Assistant for Consumers
New AI tool complements URC’s Virtual Assistant on its Dealer Portal.
News
URC Launches AI-Powered Virtual Assistant for Dealers
Provides dealers with answers to technical questions by sourcing information from URC’s technical library, user guides, partner manuals, videos, and product documents.