AVNation Staff

On-Q by Legrand has introduced a new 15-inch Plastic Enclosure with a 6.2-inch depth, WiFi-transparent material, and a universal mounting grid to simplify installation and organize home networking components, including larger devices like modems and routers.

Marian High School in Omaha, Nebraska, has installed BenQ LK936ST 4K HDR golf simulator projectors in its Golf Training Lab, providing state champion golfers with a realistic practice environment and precise swing analysis.

Da-Lite reengineered its Parallax Thin screen to offer a cost-effective, shipping-friendly alternative to rigid screens. It features a new ALR screen surface, Parallax Pure UST 0.6, designed for UST projectors, with 16:9 and 21:9 formats for spaces like Microsoft Teams Front Row setups.

Audinate released Dante Studio v2.6 and Dante AV-H v1.5, enhancing multichannel video capabilities for up to four video Rx channels. These updates simplify video workflows for end users (corporate meetings, classrooms, live events) and offer OEMs advanced multichannel integration for Pro AV products.

PPDS and Philips Monitors will showcase their latest education-focused display solutions at Bett 2025 in London. These include interactive displays, ePaper, digital signage, dvLED, monitors, and software like Philips ScreenShare and Philips Genius. They’ll also present a dedicated Esports area and sustainability-focused products like the zero-power Tableaux ePaper range and EcoDesign 4K signage.

WhiteMoon Dreams uses Sony's Spatial Reality Display for real-time 3D character evaluation, enhancing creative workflow and sparked ideas for future games.

PSNI Global Alliance awarded "Best Places to Work in AV" to two women-led companies: PCC, led by Samantha Haun, and ClarkPowell, led by Kathi Cline. The recognition highlights outstanding workplace culture, leadership, and employee satisfaction.

PureLink GmbH will showcase its innovative USB-C connectivity solutions at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025, including the FlexInstall series, MicroX4 passive USB-C cables, U3x signal management systems, UC meeting solutions, mediahub2 USB-C docking station, and BYOM solutions.

Shure has introduced the MV7i Smart Microphone and Interface, a dual-channel recording solution for podcasters, musicians, and streamers. It combines a microphone and audio interface in one device, allowing users to connect a second XLR mic or instrument. It features onboard DSP, MOTIV Mix app integration, and versatile recording modes.

The Z-Wave Alliance highlights the latest Z-Wave and Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) certified devices, showcasing advancements in smart home and security systems. These devices, including hubs, controllers, and gateways, enhance interoperability, extended connectivity, and ease of integration across residential properties. Featured products like the 2GIG Edge Security Panel, ADT Base, and SmartRent Alloy Fusion Hub demonstrate innovation in edge-of-property applications, security, and automation.