Wireless

News

Z-Wave Alliance Surpasses 4000 Certified Devices

HOPPE AG is the Alliance member that hit that magic milestone.

News

Enclave Audio and Hisense Partner to Provide Home Theater Bundle

For a limited time, customers can bundle together any Hisense premium Laser TV model with the THX-Certified CineHome PRO from Enclave Audio.

KEF LSX II Wireless Speaker - Front + Back

Audio

KEF Introduces LSX II Compact Wireless Hi-Fi System

Each LSX II speaker uses a version of KEF’s 11th generation Uni-Q driver array.

Connectivity

Linksys Introduces New Affordable Wi-Fi 6 Mesh Systems

Atlas 6 and Hydra 6 designed to provide whole-home wireless coverage.

Audio

Polk Audio Debuts Ultra-Compact Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X

The MagniFi Mini AX soundbar features a 14.5-inch wide design and is equipped with a 5-speaker array and down-firing subwoofer.

News

First Z-Wave Long Range Certified Device Introduced — the Ecolink 700 Series Garage Door Controller

The new 700 Series Garage Door Controller from Ecolink is the first product to pass certification and include the Z-Wave Long Range specification.

Audio

Denon Adds Subwoofer to its Denon Home Speaker Ecosystem

The wireless subwoofer adds extended bass to the Denon Home 550 soundbar or any Denon Home wireless speaker.

Audio

Astell&Kern Launches First Bluetooth Speaker

The ACRO BE100 includes support for both aptX HD and LDAC 24-bit Bluetooth codecs.

Connectivity

Access Networks Adds Entry-Level Wi-Fi 6 Access Point

Rounding out its Wi-Fi 6 Certified access point lineup, the A350 gives integrators and end-users a solid starting point for enterprise-grade performance networking.

News

Z-Wave Alliance to Host 5000-Square-Foot Pavilion and Smart House at CES 2022

With 15 member companies exhibiting, the Z-Wave Pavilion and Z-Wave Smart House will host the largest live display of new smart home devices at...

Audio

McIntosh Releases Two Wireless Speakers

The RS150 and RS250 both feature a variety of built-in streaming “cast-to” technologies.

Technology

Konftel Offers Bluetooth Connectivity Boost

New Bluetooth adapter means less cables, greater audio connectivity freedom, and more stable operation.

Lutron Pallidiom Wire-Free Shades - Open

Lighting & Shades

Lutron Brings Wire-Free Flexibility to Palladiom Shades

Runs on Active Energy Optimization, Lutron’s new patent‐pending battery management architecture.

Audio

Denon’s Latest Firmware Update Adds Alexa and 5.1 Surround to Wireless Speakers

Update adds integrated Amazon Alexa voice assistant to full Denon Home lineup and lets users connect Denon Home speakers to Denon Home Sound Bar...

Lighting & Shades

Somfy Introduces the Sonesse 28 WireFree RTS External Battery Motor

Offers quiet, wireless convenience for motorized window coverings.

Connectivity

Access Networks Adds Unmanaged Option to ARCC

The cloud-based wireless controller solution can now be added to any access point purchase.

Connectivity

Linksys Launches New Lineup of 6E Solutions

Both the Linksys Hydra Pro 6E and Linksys Atlas Max 6E ouse the newly developed 6 GHZ band.

Audio

SVS SoundPath Adapter Wirelessly Connects Subwoofers

Tri-band audio adapter transmits a LFE or full-range stereo audio signal up to 130 feet with ultra-low latency.

Audio

Lithe Audio launches WiSA Certified Dolby Atmos Ceiling Speaker

Also provides PoE power delivery via existing lighting circuit/conventional plug point.

Audio

Hands On: Sonos Roam Ultra-Portable Speaker

Take Sonos sound everywhere you go.

Audio

Atlantic Technology Debuts the Triple-Wireless Gatecrasher3 PowerBar

Can connect wirelessly through SKAA, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi.

Audio

Sonos Debuts the Roam Ultra-Portable Smart Speaker

About 1/6 the size and weight of the Sonos Move portable speaker, Roam offers easier portability plus Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Auto Trueplay functionality .

Audio

Audinate Introduces Dante Bluetooth Adapter

The Dante AVIO allows mobile devices and computers to wireless connect to a Dante network.

Security

Software Update, New Hardware from Clare Controls

New software update adds live surveillance viewing and increases third party integration, while new hardware products expand installation possibilities.

News

Vivint Smart Home Joins Z-Wave Alliance Announces as Principal Member

Membership also includes a seat on the organization’s Board of Directors.

Audio

Polk Audio Introduces React Soundbar

Features include Dolby and DTS virtual surround sound and Alexa Built-in.

Audio

Sonos Introduces Move Battery Replacement Kit, Partners with Convoy Network

Replacement battery kit comes with the new battery, tools, and replacement screws.

Need to Know

Need to Know: Home Mesh Networks

The hows, whys, and when-to-uses of the popular networking system.

Audio

Sonos Updates Sub

A second Sub can now be added when paired with an Arc, Beam, Playbar, Playbase, or Amp.

Audio

Enclave Audio Announces CineSync Program for On-Screen System Setup and Calibration

CineSync offers consumers a direct method to install, calibrate, and control Enclave CineHub-based systems directly from the TV screen.

Audio

Bluesound Professional Launches BSW150 Powered Subwoofer

Features include wired or wireless connectivity and flexible placement options.

Blogs

Wi-Fi 6 Hits the Mainstream

Getting a gigabit over Wi-Fi becomes a reality.

Connectivity

NexusLink Introduces the Wireless Gaming Bridge

Provides a personal point-to-point wireless connection for uninterrupted gaming.

Audio

Bluesound Introduces PULSE SUB+

Features wireless connectivity and a variety of placement options.

Connectivity

CEDIA Expo 2020: Access Networks Expands Wi-Fi 6 Line

Adds tools and support for greater customization and simpler configuration of enterprise-grade networking solutions.

Connectivity

New Z-Wave Long Range Specification Offers 4x Range

Z-Wave Long Range offers 4x wireless range, 10x node scalability for larger network support, 10-year coin cell battery life, and maintains Z-Wave backward compatibility...