Connectivity
Screen Innovations Debuts Fontus at ISE 2020
Enables two-way power and control over two-conductor wire.
Technology
Audio
Amina Technologies Improves Mobius and EDGE Invisible Speakers
Upgrades include enhanced mid-range and high-frequency performance.
Audio
KEF Announces expansion of Reference Line
Updates include new model and updated finish selection for 2020.
Video
Platinum Tools Launches Stub-End Coax Cable Stripper
Designed to strip the stub end of standard coax cable protruding on the inside of a wall or MDU box.
Audio
Vanco Now Shipping Beale Street Audio 1000-Watt Amplifiers
Vanco International LLC is now shipping the Beale Street Audio BAV4250 and BAV2500 amplifiers.
Lighting & Shades
QMotion Introduces 79 New Decorative Shade Fabric Styles
New collections include light-filtering decorative sheers and room-darkening blackout fabrics.
Audio
Soundavo Introduces PSB-Series Subwoofer Amplifier
Space efficient to provide power for in-wall subwoofers.
Audio
SnapAV Now Shipping Signature by Episode Speakers
Feature Push Lock by Swarm technology, one-or two-step install option, and a focus on low distortion, wide dispersion, and flat frequency response.
Lighting & Shades
Legrand Offers Smart Lighting with Netatmo Technology
Brings instantaneous monitoring of power consumption, remote surveillance, and more control to users.
Lighting & Shades
Savant Announces New Daylight Mode Functionality
The Savant App suggests a circadian curve including color temperature and lighting intensity shifts designed to support healthy living.
CES
The Two Sides of Anticipatory Tech
As touch and voice control become the norm, tech companies are looking for the next big thing in terms of how people interact with...
CES
Experts Discuss the Impact of 5G
When it comes to buzzwords at CES, 5G is about as big as it gets. More so than any previous generation of networking standards,...
CES
Home IoT Solutions Adoption Depends on Improvements in Interoperability
We’re surrounded by IoT innovations at CES, but can they all get along in our homes? This was the first topic discussed in the...
CES
NextGen TV for 4K TV Broadcasting Officially Launches at CES 2020
One of the constant consumer complaints about 4K TV is the lack of broadcast 4K content. This complaint will slowly be addressed this year...
Audio
Definitive Technology Introduces Demand Series High-Performance Tower Speakers and Center Channel
New speakers deliver full-range sound and elegant styling.
Lighting & Shades
Hogar Controls Launches Modular, Multi-Function Touch Switch Line at CES 2020
Come in single, double, triple, and four-button configurations for on/off, dimming and scene control for Z-Wave and Zigbee smart home devices.
Video
Epson Introduces Smart Streaming Laser Projectors with Android TV
Featuring a truly portable design, 2000 lumens of color and white brightness, and high image quality, the EF-100 is designed for users to stream...
CES
Monster Looks to 2020 With New Energy
At its press conference during CES 2020, Monster announced a number of updates to its product line and heralded the success of its licensing...
CES
New Mandatory HDMI Cable Certification Assures HDMI 2.1, 8K Support
At its CES 2020 press conference Monday morning, the HDMI Forum and the HDMI Licensing Administrator (HDMI LA) announced a mandatory certification program for...
Product Reviews
Review: Sonos Move Portable Wireless Speaker
The company’s first truly wireless and portable speaker will become a staple of your Sonos installations.
Audio
Klipsch Introduces New Soundbar Lineup at CES 2020
Three new models are available in 54-, 48-, and 44-inch sizes.
Automation
Intellithings Announces Expanded Functionality for RoomMe
RoomMe now features voice assistant support, smartwatch-based location tracking, and additional smart home integrations.
Audio
AudioControl to Exhibit with IMAX Enhanced at CES 2020
Attendees will see AudioControl’s selection of cinema processors, AV receivers, and high-powered G4 Series amplifiers.
Connectivity
Platinum Tools Launches Fiber Cable Stripper
Designed to slit and ring cables, buffer tubes, and jackets on fiber optic cables with diameter ranges of 1.2mm to 6.4mm.
Audio
Soundavo Launches MZ-Series Multi-Channel Integrated Digital Amplifier
Designed for the custom residential installation, multi-room distributed audio system.
Audio
Audio Research Announces Updates to Reference Series
Releases updates for the 6SE preamp and Reference 750SE mono power amplifier.
Security
SnapAV Launches Luma 8 MP 4K Surveillance Camera
Luma 410 Series IP outdoor cameras feature 8 MP resolution with Wide Dynamic Range and advanced motion technology.
Home Theater
Tech Showcase: AV Receivers 2019
What the latest crop of AV receivers is delivering to today’s home theaters.
Video
AirTV Launches AirTV 2 Wi-Fi-Enabled Network Tuner
Delivers free over-the-air channels to connected devices at home and on the go.
Connectivity
Metra Home Theater Group to Show New Smart Power Surge Protector and Conditioner at CES
Includes a free mobile app that allows users to control outlets on the surge protector remotely.
Automation
New Docking Solutions from iRoom
Now has options for All Apple iPad models with announced 10.2- and 10.5-inch compatibility.
Audio
Como Audio Issues “Works With Alexa” Software Update
Software update allows hands free control for the Solo, Duetto, and Amico models.
Audio
Atlantic Technology’s Gatecrasher1 Now Works with Alexa
Adds hands-fee ability to 2.1 stereo system.
Connectivity
Key Digital Releases Plenum Rated HDMI Cables
Plenum rated active optical HDMI fiber cables enable long-distance HDMI signal extension with no power device required.
Audio
Denon Announces New High-Res Wireless Multiroom Speaker Series
The Denon Home lineup is comprised of three high-performance wireless music loudspeakers with HEOS Built-in, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth.
Audio
McIntosh Announces MC901 Dual Mono Amplifier
The company calls it the “ultimate solution for bi-amping loudspeakers.”
Audio
Atlantic Technology Launches First Headphones
Company introduces the FS-HAL1 Hi-Res Audio Certified, triple hybrid driver in-ear monitors.
Connectivity
ShowMeCables Introduces Patented L-com Cat6 Angled Patch Cables
Designed to protect the connection within the cables.
Audio
SVS Launches 2000 Pro Series Subwoofers
Features all-new 12-inch driver, Sledge STA-550D amplifier with fully discrete MOSFET output, and SVS subwoofer DSP smartphone app.
Video
Key Digital Announces New Pricing Structure
New price points aimed at residential installations.
Connectivity
Netgear Introduces 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged PoE+ Switches
Offer high PoE power budgets on an unmanaged gigabit Ethernet switch at 190W and 380W.
Connectivity
SnapAV Launches Pakedge Wave 2 Outdoor Access Point
An IP55 rating, fast install, and built-in BakPak help bring Wave 2 technology to outdoor installs.
Automation
BlackWire Designs Introduces “The Service Call Killer” Driver for Control4
Allows devices that have fallen offline to be automatically power cycled.
Security
2GIG Smoke Heat Freeze Detectors Enable Early Detection
Using detection algorithms and a photo-electric optical sensor, the two new Detectors meet the new UL standards for the year 2021.
Audio
Denon Introduces Soundbar with DTS Virtual:X
The DHT-S216 is a full-range soundbar with plug-and-play operation.
Lighting & Shades
Shades Case Study: Now You See Them, Now You Don’t
QMotion Qadvanced battery-operated shades blend in seamlessly in remodeled Seattle home.
Automation
Review: Neeo Remote for Control4
The next generation of Control4 control is now here in the form of the new Neeo remote.
Security
VIVOTEK USA Updates VAST 2 Video Management Software
New features include Deep-Learning Technology Smart Search II, Cybersecurity Management Solution, and License Plate Recognition Integration.