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  • Disguise to Showcase New Workflows Driving the Future of Immersive Visuals at InfoComm 2026

    Disguise to Showcase New Workflows Driving the Future of Immersive Visuals at InfoComm 2026

    Disguise is set to showcase the future of immersive visual experiences at InfoComm 2026 through new software updates, workflow innovations, and strategic technology integrations. Visitors will get an exclusive first look at the latest version of Mapping Matter, Disguise’s projection mapping solution, featuring enhanced planning tools, expanded projector support, LED integration, and simplified project visualization. The company will also demonstrate new capabilities designed to streamline content management and system operations for venues, attractions, and live events.

    At the show, Disguise will collaborate with Smart Monkeys and Planar to highlight advanced AV workflows, including its upcoming integration with ISAAC for centralized system control and monitoring. Attendees will also experience new Designer software features that make content updates and playback management more flexible and efficient. Alongside product demonstrations, Disguise will host expert-led sessions exploring integrated workflows, immersive touring productions, and spatial storytelling for modern entertainment and visitor experiences.

    Disguise, the technology platform driving immersive visuals for the world’s most ambitious live events, experiences and venues, including Coachella, Bad Bunny and MGM Resorts, is debuting new updates to its toolset and collaborating with Smart Monkeys, Planar and more, to give InfoComm attendees a hands-on look at where live entertainment and immersive attractions are heading.

    A new version of Mapping Matter, Disguise’s projection mapping solution, will be exclusively announced and available for demo at the show. The web-based application, which enables users to visualise their projection projects and configure optimum setups, now comes with a range of new features designed to make project planning easier than ever before. Updates include an extended projector library, the option to integrate LED tiles and projection mirrors and the ability to add layers to the project file to easily compare setups. Showgoers are invited to drop in for a demo of the new Mapping Matter features at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17, at Disguise’s meeting room, located at N7568-MR.

    At Smart Monkeys Inc. booth N7214, Disguise will demonstrate its upcoming integration with ISAAC, a platform that allows users to access, operate and maintain their AV system from a web browser, providing a simplified show control platform for complex systems. Disguise’s integration with ISAAC, including content management system (CMS), scheduling and infrastructure monitoring components, allows both technical and non-technical users to operate and monitor Disguise systems with ease alongside their wider AV system, removing the need for 24/7 on-site monitoring. The CMS integration means that if a venue, attraction or event requires new content, anyone can manage, distribute and schedule that content to play back either on site or remotely, significantly improving ease of use and the overall operator experience.

    Two upcoming Disguise Designer software features, developed to further improve operational ease, will also be available for a demo at the Smart Monkeys booth. The Looks feature is a new track type in Designer consisting of a single section and any number of layers, allowing users to expose the properties used by its layers, such as content and brightness, and enabling these parameters to be adjusted via API endpoints. The Compositions feature creates a transportable package representing everything specified by a Look for playback, and will include a series of API endpoints to support media lifecycle management, including export, import and deletion from a Designer project. These workflows and their respective API endpoints showcase the future of content flexibility within video systems, allowing operators to make quick and easy content changes to their project file either within the Designer GUI or using third-party applications and controllers.

    At Planar booth C7258, InfoComm showgoers will see how four Disguise servers, including the VX range, are powering Planar’s award-winning commercial display solutions. Disguise’s X1 software solution will also be on show at both the Planar and Smart Monkeys booths. The portable solution allows production teams to access Designer to build and deliver single-output shows and experiences from their laptop or hardware of choice, without the need for a dedicated Disguise media server. This allows teams to stay within the Disguise ecosystem when traveling or working on smaller shows instead of reprogramming on an alternative solution, saving significant time and simplifying logistics.

    Beyond technology demos, Disguise will be hosting a series of speaking sessions at InfoComm during a Spotlight Stage takeover at Booth N6668. Sessions include:

    1. Integrated Workflows for Always-On Experiences

    Thu, June 18, 9:30-10 a.m., Spotlight Stage – Booth N6668

    What if your most complex show systems could run 24/7 without a team of specialized engineers on site at all times? Join Disguise and Smart Monkeys as they lift the lid on the integrated workflows of the future and how venues such as MGM Cotai are already benefiting from Disguise’s new ISAAC integration.

    1. Behind The Scenes of Kid Cudi’s Tech-Driven Tour

    Thu, June 18, 10-10:30 a.m., Spotlight Stage – Booth N6668

    The creative and technical innovators at Dark Matter and Human Person will unpack how the immersive visuals for Kid Cudi’s tech-driven Rebel Ragers Tour were brought to life.

    1. Elevating Visitor Engagement with Spatial Storytelling

    Thu, June 18, 10:30-11 a.m., Spotlight Stage – Booth N6668

    Join the creative minds and technical experts from Disney Live Entertainment, Dead Skull and Disguise for a deep dive into spatial storytelling techniques that allow visitors to become an active part of your event or attraction.

  • New Planar 21by 9 Series 5K LCD Displays Revolutionize the Viewing Experience

    New Planar 21by 9 Series 5K LCD Displays Revolutionize the Viewing Experience

    Planar has introduced the new Planar 21by9 Series, a premium line of ultra-wide 5K LCD displays designed to deliver a more immersive and productive viewing experience. Available in 105-inch sizes with a cinematic 21:9 aspect ratio, the displays feature advanced Quantum Dot Mini-LED technology, up to 2,500 nits brightness, HDR10+ support, and a native 120Hz refresh rate. The series is built for enterprise collaboration spaces, digital signage, retail environments, and high-end visual applications where image quality is critical.

    The new display family also focuses on enterprise readiness with advanced cybersecurity compliance, ADA-friendly installation, energy efficiency, and sustainability certifications. Available in touch and non-touch models, the Planar 21by9 Series combines premium visual performance, flexible collaboration features, and responsible manufacturing practices, making it a compelling solution for AV and IT professionals seeking next-generation display technology.

    Today, Planar, a global leader in introduced a line of premium 5K resolution 21:9 LCD displays designed to deliver panoramic viewing and enhance productivity. The new Planar® 21by 9 Series builds on the success of the industry leader’s innovation in creative visuals, featuring a cinematic ultra-wide digital canvas that is built to impress and designed to deliver superior visual performance.

    The Planar 21by 9 Series105-inch sizes in 5120×2160 resolution and running native at 120Hz refresh. The premium solution introduces a first-of-its-kind quantum dot Mini-LED backlight coupled with dual-brightness enhancement technology, driving a wide color gamut reaching 115 percent DCI-P3 color space, 1,000,000:1 HDR dynamic contrast and peak brightness of up to 2,500 nits. The product line has advanced processing capabilities and up to 2,560 local dimming zones driven by Planar’s proprietary algorithm, achieving VESA DisplayHDR 1400 certification for the highest quality commercial LCD display ever.

    The HDR10+ certified displays enhance picture quality and enable more dynamic content presentation. The series is ideally sized for popular unified communications and video collaboration platforms, enabling enterprise Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) management, and is equally suited for lobbies, retail and especially dramatic, private cinema.

    “The Planar 21by 9 Series represents the pinnacle of commercial LCD visual quality, combining a cinematic 21:9 canvas with extraordinary color, brightness, contrast and fast refresh rate to deliver a wow viewing experience,” said Sidney Rittenberg, Chief Executive Officer at Planar. “Designed for customers seeking premium visual performance, the series delivers stunning image realism that transforms how content can captivate enterprise users.”

    Planar 21by9 Series comes in precision metal-mesh capacitive touch and non-touch versions. Users can easily maneuver floating picture-in-picture in multiple input layouts. The entire line is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which means an installed depth of less than four inches from wall to front of display in any size.

    Developed and built with enterprise-grade security, Planar 21by 9 Series displays are compliant with the Trade Agreement Act (TAA) and designed and certified to meet the European

    Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) EN 303 645, the most stringent global cybersecurity standard. This better protects customers from cybersecurity risks, offering peace of mind. Planar 21by 9 Series is also ENERGY STAR® certified.

    As part of Planar’s ongoing sustainability efforts, Planar 21by9 Series displays are Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) compliant throughout the supply chain. MSDS ensures that components and parts that make up the finished product abide by strict chemical and raw material standards. Production of the Planar 21by9 Series occurs in facilities certified for International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001, 14001, 45001 and SA8000 environmental and social standards, while packaging is made with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified paperboard raw material and printed with soy-based ink.

    The new Planar 21by 9 Series will begin shipping through Planar’s global network of authorized resellers in Q3 and be on display at InfoComm 2026 at Booth #C7258 in a customized color in Las Vegas June 17-19.

  • Bluefin International Showcases Purpose-Built Innovation at InfoComm 2026

    Bluefin International Showcases Purpose-Built Innovation at InfoComm 2026

    At InfoComm 2026, Bluefin International will showcase a range of new digital signage solutions designed to address real-world deployment challenges across retail, hospitality, healthcare, transportation, corporate, and outdoor environments. Highlights include a battery-powered 13.3-inch display stand for mobile applications, the new Connect Assist interactive display with integrated camera, microphone, and NFC capabilities, and a rugged 32-inch outdoor display built for reliable all-weather performance.

    Bluefin will also demonstrate its COLORFRAME customization program, allowing organizations to match display hardware with their brand aesthetics through custom colors and finishes. Backed by support for multiple operating systems, including BrightSign, Android, Linux, and Windows, the company’s latest innovations emphasize flexibility, ease of integration, and customer-focused design while showcasing how hardware, software, and content work together to create engaging digital signage experiences.

    Bluefin International will debut several new digital signage solutions at InfoComm 2026, highlighting the company’s continued focus on solving real-world deployment challenges through flexible engineering, integrated technology, and purpose-built design.

    At booth #C9607, Bluefin will showcase a growing portfolio of commercial-grade displays designed to support retail, hospitality, healthcare, corporate, transportation, and outdoor environments. From battery-powered mobility and interactive engagement to durable outdoor performance and customizable aesthetics, each new solution reflects Bluefin’s customer-first approach to innovation.

    Battery Powered Stand: A sleek all-in-one solution built around a 13.3” commercial display with support for both landscape and portrait orientations. Designed for mobility and flexibility, the battery-powered unit offers 8 hours of rechargeable battery life. Providing the ultimate in untethered deployments regardless of traditional power access availability.

    Integrated Lightweight Unit: Featuring an integrated camera, microphone, and NFC reader, Bluefin’s Connect Assist is their newest tablet-style interactive display. It comes in 8” and 15.6” and is powered with a single USB-C plug from an external player making installation easier. Designed to support assisted experiences, the compact solution transforms the display into a complete interaction hub for retail, healthcare, and hospitality environments.

    More for Outdoors: Increasingly popular because of their reliability and functionality, the Bluefin Outdoor line now boasts a new 32” Outdoor Display engineered for high-brightness performance and all-weather durability. The display is ideal for outdoor menus, transportation hubs, pickup zones, public gathering spaces, and exterior installations.

    COLORFRAME: In addition to new hardware solutions, Bluefin will showcase its COLORFRAME capabilities. Announced post-Infocomm last year, Bluefin now offers customers the ability to align display hardware with brand aesthetics through customizable frame colors and finishes. This new design feature is just another way that Bluefin’s creative and collaborative approach to digital signage supports brand worldwide.

    Underlying each solution is Bluefin’s broader commitment to flexibility and ecosystem compatibility. Bluefin displays are available across a wide range of sizes and integrated operating systems, including BrightSign, Android, Linux, and Windows. This flexibility allows partners and end-users to select the hardware and compute environment best suited to their deployment needs.

    “What drives Bluefin has always been listening to customers and building solutions around real applications,” said Frank Pisano, CEO of Bluefin International. “The products we are showcasing at InfoComm represent more than new technology. They reflect our commitment to helping partners and end-users create experiences that are functional, engaging, reliable, and tailored to their environments.”

    The Bluefin booth will feature live demonstrations and application-focused vignettes showing how display hardware, software, content, and integrated technologies come together through collaborative digital signage ecosystems.

    Visit Bluefin International at booth #C9607 during InfoComm 2026.

  • LG Electronics Launches Ultra-Low Power ‘LG E-Paper Display’ For Commercial Spaces

    LG Electronics Launches Ultra-Low Power ‘LG E-Paper Display’ For Commercial Spaces

    LG Electronics has introduced its new 32-inch LG E-Paper Display, an ultra-low-power digital signage solution designed to help businesses replace traditional printed signage with a more flexible and energy-efficient alternative. Featuring electronic ink technology, the display consumes power only when content is updated, making it ideal for retail, hospitality, and corporate environments. The company will showcase the new display in the United States for the first time at InfoComm 2026.

    Built on LG’s webOS platform, the E-Paper Display offers remote content management, Wi-Fi connectivity, and integration with LG SuperSign CMS for streamlined content distribution. Its lightweight, paper-like design, long battery life, wireless charging support, and smart power management features provide organizations with an easy-to-deploy signage solution that reduces operational costs while supporting sustainability initiatives.

    Commercial display solutions leader LG Electronics has launched the LG E-Paper Display, a Red Dot Award-winning solution to help businesses modernize static signage for efficiency, flexibility and ease of management.

    Available in the United States this summer, the display combines a paper-like design with smart power management and webOS-based content control to simplify updates and reduce operational overhead. The LG E-Paper Display will be demonstrated in the United States for the first time next month at InfoComm 2026 (LG booth C7836).

    Core Technology and Ultra-Low Power Efficiency

    The LG E-Paper Display features a 32-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio. It uses electronic ink panel technology, which forms images by moving

    and positioning electrically charged color particles through an electric field. The display consumes power only when updating on-screen content, significantly lowering energy consumption. Its ability to support dynamic content updates while reducing reliance on printed promotional materials – such as point-of-purchase displays and in-store signage – makes the solution well-suited for commercial indoor spaces, including retail, hospitality and corporate environments.*

    “With LG E-Paper Display, we’re extending our commercial display portfolio with a solution built for real-world business use,” said Mike Kosla, B2B senior vice president at LG Electronics USA. “It’s designed to help organizations communicate more efficiently while supporting broader goals around flexibility and sustainability. It also reflects the growing demand for signage solutions that can adapt to changing business needs without creating unnecessary operational burden.”

    Paper-Like Design and Comfortable Viewing Experience

    A standout feature of the LG E-Paper Display is its ability to deliver the texture and feel of a traditional paper poster. Without the need for a backlight, the display blends effortlessly into diverse commercial environments. The product has an overall thickness of 0.7 inches – measuring only 0.3 inches at its thinnest point – and weighs a mere 6.8 pounds, including the built-in battery, allowing for easy installation and repositioning.

    The display delivers a comfortable viewing experience and wide viewing angles – 180 degrees (both vertical and horizontal)– courtesy of its backlight-free, reflective panel. It also uses LG’s proprietary image optimization algorithm to maximize color reproduction for more natural and vivid colors.

    Smart Power and Content Management

    LG’s innovative new display is designed to enhance operational efficiency. Equipped with a high-capacity 72-watt-hour battery and an ultra-low-power system-on-chip (SoC), it supports extended operation and can be fully charged in approximately three hours using the included charger (when the product is in a powered-off state). The display also supports wireless charging through a detachable magnetic battery.

    The Power Management feature further boosts efficiency by automatically controlling LG E-Paper Display’s power usage based on user-defined content schedules, minimizing energy consumption by activating only when updates are needed.

    Based on a B2B-signage-optimized version of webOS – LG’s intuitive smart platform – and featuring built-in Wi-Fi connectivity, the LG E-Paper Display enables convenient remote management. Through LG’s web browser-accessible signage management solution, users can easily update content, monitor device status, adjust settings and perform software updates.

    For flexible and efficient content distribution, the display supports integration with LG SuperSign content management solution (CMS) enabling users to remotely distribute and schedule single-image content across multiple E-Paper Display units. This optimized operating environment allows the display to run for extended periods, depending on the content refresh cycle, helping to maximize efficiency and significantly reduce battery charging frequency. It also supports content distribution via USB storage devices or customers’ own CMS servers.

  • Nanolumens Introduces Next-Generation Nixel Series for Fine-Pixel-Pitch Applications

    Nanolumens Introduces Next-Generation Nixel Series for Fine-Pixel-Pitch Applications

    Nanolumens has unveiled the next-generation Nixel Series, an upgraded flexible LED display platform designed for fine-pixel-pitch applications. Debuting at InfoComm 2026, the new series features a unified module architecture that supports both flat and curved display configurations, giving AV integrators greater flexibility while simplifying specification, installation, and maintenance. The cabinet-less design and patented True Curve™ technology enable seamless concave and convex displays without visible bezels, making it ideal for architectural spaces, transportation hubs, arenas, and immersive environments.

    The updated Nixel Series is available in pixel pitches ranging from 0.9mm to 2.5mm and includes standard Glue-On-Board (GOB) protection for enhanced durability. New color-coded cabling and a modular design help speed up deployment and serviceability. The displays are also compatible with Nanolumens’ Aurora processing platform, providing high-quality color performance, smoother motion handling, and a more streamlined display ecosystem for enterprise and commercial AV applications.

    Nanolumens, an industry-leading manufacturer and designer of cutting-edge LED displays and video wall solutions, announces the next generation of its indoor flexible curve Nixel Series, introducing a refined product architecture focused on fine-pixel-pitch applications, simplified installation and improved serviceability for AV integrators and system designers. The next-generation Nixel Series will make its debut in North Hall booth #N7321 at InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas.

    The revitalized Nixel Series enhances Nanolumens’ curvable LED display platform with an advanced architecture designed for fine-pixel-pitch applications and greater deployment adaptability. The updated platform uses a unified module structure that supports both flat and curved display configurations, giving integrators more flexibility across a range of architectural environments. The Nixel Series’ enhancements are designed to simplify specification, installation and long-term service while maintaining seamless visual performance.

    The Nixel Series features patented flexible LED displays engineered to support seamless concave and convex curves without visible bezels or faceting. Designed for architectural installations, transportation hubs, arenas and experiential environments, the Nixel Series supports both True Curve™ and flat display topologies using the same module system. The cabinet-less design maximizes adaptability in the field while reducing mechanical complexity behind the display surface. Nanolumens’ approach enables integrators to create custom curved and flat installations using a more consistent deployment methodology.

    “Since its introduction nearly 20 years ago, Nixel Series has been the solution for countless uniquely shaped display installations, literally bending to the needs of complex architectural designs, and overcoming those challenges,” said Kurt DeYoung, chief revenue officer for Nanolumens. “The new generation builds on that vast experience and maximizes overall advancements in LED display technology over that time. It offers a more streamlined and adaptable platform that simplifies installation, improves serviceability and gives integrators greater flexibility in the field while maintaining the seamless curved visual performance the Nixel Series is known for.”

    The next-generation indoor Nixel Series is focused on closer viewing distances with pixel pitch options ranging from 0.9mm to 2.5mm. For increased ruggedization and durability, each of the new models has standard Glue-On-Board (GOB) protection. To reduce installation complexity and improve service efficiency, the new Nixel Series also introduces color-coded cabling. Combined with its patented skin-and-frame-topology and cabinet-less modular design, the updates support faster onsite deployment and more adaptable installation workflows. The Nixel Series’ modular architecture allows integrators to make adjustments more efficiently in custom or nonstandard environments.

    The next-generation Nixel Series expands video processing compatibility with Nanolumens’ Aurora platform, enabling a more unified display and processing solution. The TAA-compliant Aurora platform delivers 23-bit true-to-source color, precise motion handling and file-less content management designed for environments that require consistent and accurate visual performance. With Aurora compatibility, organizations deploying Nixel Series displays can standardize on a single processing platform across multiple Nanolumens technologies while simplifying system design and deployment. The compatibility supports Nanolumens’ emphasis on aligning display and processing technologies within a more cohesive ecosystem.

    Visit Nanolumens in North Hall booth #N7321 at InfoComm 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from June 17–19, 2026.

  • Absen to Showcase Comprehensive Display Portfolio at InfoComm 2026

    Absen to Showcase Comprehensive Display Portfolio at InfoComm 2026

    Absen will showcase a broad portfolio of LED display solutions at InfoComm 2026, highlighting technologies designed for enterprise, commercial, control room, rental and staging, sports, and virtual production applications. The company’s lineup includes MicroLED, COB, and fine-pitch LED displays that focus on delivering superior image quality, flexible installation options, and dependable performance across a variety of professional AV environments.

    Among the featured products are the CL V3 Series and X V2 Series for enterprise collaboration, the KLCOB V2 Series for mission-critical control rooms, and the Saturn and Polaris Series for live events and rental applications. Absen will also demonstrate solutions for outdoor advertising, stadium displays, and virtual production, reinforcing its commitment to providing tailored LED technologies that meet the evolving needs of AV and IT professionals.

    Absen, a leading global provider of LED display solutions, will showcase its latest LED display technologies at InfoComm 2026, spotlighting solutions for commercial, enterprise, rental and staging, sports and virtual production environments. Absen will present a portfolio of MicroLED, COB and fine-pitch LED solutions engineered to deliver high image quality, flexible deployment and reliable performance at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, from June 17–19, 2026.

    “At InfoComm 2026, we’re showcasing more than individual products. We’re presenting a portfolio built around how our customers actually deploy LED technology,” said Emily Chan, President of Absen. “By aligning our solutions to key application environments, we’re making it easier for partners and end users to identify the right technology for their needs, whether that’s enterprise collaboration, mission-critical operations or immersive production.”

    Absen’s enterprise and ProAV lineup brings together the CL V3 Series, X V2 Series, M54 Series, ALT Series and PO Series, supporting a wide range of corporate, commercial and presentation environments. The CL V3 Series, including the CL0.7 Pro V3, is an indoor MicroLED display designed for corporate lobbies, exhibition halls, conference spaces and control rooms. Built on Absen’s nine-layer ultra-black packaging process, the CL V3 Series supports up to 95% DCI-P3 color gamut, delivers peak brightness up to 1,600 nits and achieves a 30,000:1 contrast ratio. The CL V3 Series features a 7,680Hz refresh rate and 22-bit grayscale performance, while its hybrid drive technology supports consistent color transitions.

    The X V2 Series, including the X136 V2, an all-in-one MicroLED display designed for meeting rooms, boardrooms and showrooms. The X V2 features a simplified operating system architecture that significantly reduces the probability of failures. The X V2’s efficient installation ensures streamlined setup and effortless deployment, while wide compatibility allows seamless integration with all kinds of audio and video devices, adapting to various application scenarios with plug-and-play simplicity.

    Absen’s M54 is a 54-inch 1080P Micro LED display that combines high-performance LED visuals with the simplicity of LCD, featuring true plug-and-play connectivity via a standard HDMI cable, a 3-in-1 integrated design for stable operation, and seamless splicing to replace traditional 54/55-inch LCD video walls; equipped with flip-chip COB technology, it supports VESA wall-mount for easy installation and is widely applied in flagship stores, corporate offices, traffic and catering information display scenarios.

    Additionally, Absen will present the ALT Series (ALT 1.2), a fine-pitch LED solution for commercial and enterprise environments. With compact panel dimensions and pixel pitch options suited for close-viewing applications, the ALT Series supports flexible installation and consistent visual performance across retail, higher education and broadcast environments.

    The PO Series (PO1.5) will also be featured, offering a fine-pitch indoor LED display designed for high-resolution commercial applications. With a 1.5 mm pixel pitch and compact panel design, the PO Series delivers detailed image quality suited for environments that require precision and reliability.

    Purpose-built for high-demand environments, Absen’s control room portfolio features the KLCOB V2 Series, engineered for reliability, efficiency and continuous operation. Built on MicroLED and common-cathode technology, the KLCOB V2Series is designed to deliver improved contrast, energy efficiency and system reliability. With high grayscale performance and durable construction, it is well-suited for environments requiring continuous operation and visual precision.

    For rental and staging environments, Absen will showcase the Saturn Series and Polaris Series, engineered for live events and production. The Saturn Series (SA2.6), including the SA1.5 COB, is designed for high-end corporate events, indoor touring productions and broadcast environments. Featuring high brightness, high refresh rates and a lightweight cabinet design, the Saturn Series supports fast installation and flexible configurations, including curved, L-shaped, rounded-corner and creative display setups.

    Also on display will be the Polaris Series (PL3.9 Pro V3), a versatile indoor-outdoor rental LED solution designed for festivals, corporate events, touring and large-scale productions. The Polaris Series features a wide brightness range, high refresh rates and a durable cabinet structure, supporting curved & L-shaped configurations and enhanced protection for both indoor and outdoor use.

    Built to dominate high-traffic street scenes, the AW Pro Series (AW1.2 Pro), is an outdoor fine pixel COB Lightbox that features flip-chip COB technology with a ≤1.5mm pixel pitch. It delivers deeper blacks, higher brightness, and true-to-life ultra-HD visuals with a 19,000:1 contrast ratio and 7,680Hz+ refresh rate. The all-in-one design and IP65-rated high protection ensure reliable operation against sunlight, rain, strong winds, and high temperatures – enabling stable performance in all weather and all scenarios.

    In sports and stadium settings, the A99 Series combines 7000nit high brightness, energy-efficient operation, and broadcast-grade visuals with rugged reliability for large-scale outdoor installations. Featuring an IP65-rated enclosure, dual power redundancy, and signal backup, the A99 Series ensures non‑stop performance in harsh outdoor conditions while delivering enhanced safety and impact resistance.

    For virtual production and immersive environments, Absen will feature the Pixel Reality (PR) Series (PR1.9), designed for LED backdrops and studio applications. With high refresh rates, HDR support and precision color performance, the PR Series enables high-quality camera capture and supports the creation of immersive production environments.

    Visit Absen Inc. in booth #C7236 at InfoComm 2026 from June 17–19, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV.

  • PPDS continues to lead the charge for a more sustainable AV future following ‘defining year’ of action and education – new internal report details

    PPDS continues to lead the charge for a more sustainable AV future following ‘defining year’ of action and education – new internal report details

    PPDS has released its latest Professional Displays Sustainability Update, highlighting 2025 as a landmark year in its sustainability journey. The company expanded its focus on energy-efficient display technology, circular product design, and sustainable manufacturing practices, while continuing to reduce environmental impact across its operations. Through initiatives centered on reducing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing, recycling, and reinventing products, PPDS aims to help customers achieve their sustainability goals without compromising performance.

    The report also showcases major achievements, including EcoVadis Platinum status, EPEAT Climate+ Gold certification for the Philips Signage EcoDesign range, and the launch of innovative low-power solutions such as the Philips Unite LED 6000 Series and Philips Tableaux ePaper displays. Beyond product innovation, PPDS continues to support industry-wide sustainability through education, partnerships, and programs designed to inspire future AV professionals and drive a more sustainable future for the AV and IT industries.

    PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is proud to announce the release of its latest ‘Professional Displays Sustainability Update’, reporting on the latest results, innovations, and future commitments to support and inspire a more sustainable AV industry.

    Described as a ‘defining year’ for the company, 2025 saw PPDS accelerate its commitments to deliver high quality, low energy professional displays and solutions, while taking significant strides to help educate and inspire business and future generations on the importance of sustainable technology and operations.

    Continually working to improve its global footprint, PPDS takes a circular approach to technology, aiming to reduce impacts across all operations, from the factory floor to post installation. This is achieved, in part, by finding new ways to minimise environmental impacts through the design, manufacturing, and delivery (including packaging) of its products, with teams following six principles of future proof product thinking – reduce, reuse, repair, refurbish, recycle and re-invent.

    The journey continues

    What started for PPDS several years ago as a series of targeted initiatives, evolving into a strategic priority, has now moved beyond strategy into something more transformative – resulting in a powerful phase shift in how sustainability is understood, implemented, and expanded across our operations and partner ecosystem.

    Stefan van Sabben, Global Director of CSR and Sustainability at TPV, commented: “It is our mission to consistently raise the bar when it comes to our own business impact on our planet. We are continuing to review and reduce our carbon emissions, our waste, and our consumption of energy and of natural resources, as well as the impact of our products.”

    He continued: “As a responsible business, and as a part of TPV, circularity and sustainability have been a part of our DNA at PPDS and our Philips Professional Displays for many years. These are aspects that are proactively considered in everything we do, including selection of materials and manufacturing processes, where we are manufacturing, and how we are doing business – what we frame as ‘processes, products, and people’.

    Pioneering change

    As communicated previously – and as can be seen on Philips Booth C9000 at InfoComm 2026 in Las Vegas (13-19 June) – PPDS has made significant strides in supporting its partners and customers in achieving their sustainability ambitions and targets. A key part of this is the continued development and delivery of market leading, and highly innovative low – or even zero – energy displays, bringing new opportunities and instant sustainability benefits.

    2025 marked an extension of this strategy, with the introduction of brand new products, such as the Philips Unite LED 6000 Series – reinventing how existing technologies perform through reengineering and lateral thinking design.

    Other products available as part of this strategy include the Philips Tableaux ePaper display range – the technology for which Philips was a pioneer over 20 years ago, with PPDS becoming the first global display provider to launch into this growing market back in 2023 – and the Philips Signage 3650 EcoDesign, which uses up to 70% less energy compared to comparable offerings by competitors, in 2025 earning the coveted Climate+ Gold EPEAT rating.

    Industry milestones

    PPDS’ total solutions’ strategy has also seen several additional solutions being added and updated to help bring greater levels of remote management and control to display fleets, such as on the Philips Wave platform, which received substantial time and energy saving updates earlier this year.

    These actions have seen PPDS and its Philips Professional Display products achieve a series of important milestones, further validating its sustainability strategy, while also helping to educate and inspire change in its partners and customers.

    Victoria Fox, Head of Global Communications, and author of the report, commented: “With the privilege that comes with being a market leader comes the responsibility of pioneering change for the better and supporting businesses everywhere forward. Empowering the industry not only with products that use less energy, that are made with materials from sustainable sources, and that can be more easily repaired, refurbished, recycled, reused – ultimately, reinvented – but also with the training, tools, information, and the inspiration needed to take those forward.”

    2025 highlights

    • EcoVadis Platinum rating: As part of TPV, achieved Platinum rating for sustainability performance with EcoVadis – the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings.
    • EPEAT Climate+ Gold: The Philips Signage 3000 Series EcoDesign became the first signage display of its kind to achieve EPEAT Climate+ Gold certification.
    • Better accessible dvLED: The Philips Unite LED 6000 Series AIO was launched, bringing better accessible dvLED for business, plus a unique standby mode, using less than 0.5W of power.
    • TUI Sustainability Impact award: PPDS received a special commendation at the TUI Sustainability Impact awards for our work on energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

    Motivating new talent

    In addition to reducing the energy consumption in current and future Philips Professional Displays, PPDS has also made it a mission to champion the topic further by speaking at key industry events, becoming a Preservation Partner of SAVe, while also helping to inspire and motivate new talent for future industry advances.

    In 2025, PPDS was a founding supporter of the inaugural ISE Hackathon, a partnership which continued into ISE 2026, following its unprecedented success. Sponsoring the ‘Sustainability Track’ category, members of PPDS’ sustainability, product management, and sales teams devoted their time to support five groups of international students, who worked together over two intensive days. Their challenge – as set by PPDS – was to find solutions for a more sustainable, student focused approach across campus with digital displays.

    PPDS remained in touch with the winners, including visits to the company’s Amsterdam HQ, with plans for 2026 and beyond being finalised to inspire future generations who will continue to reshape the industry.

    The past year has reinforced that sustainability progress does not move forward on a simple linear path; instead, once the foundations are built and key barriers are removed, real change can accelerate.

    Stefan explained: “Bringing this important topic forward at the industry’s flagship event created a platform to encourage more action in our own industry and, better still, to inspire the next generation of talent into AV.”

    He concluded: “As we look ahead, our work in 2025 provides a strong platform for continued progress. By consolidating the advances already achieved and unlocking new opportunities and programs, we are expanding our ability to support partners and customers on their sustainability journeys. The result is not only reduced energy consumption and emissions – it contributes to a more resilient and future ready AV industry.”

  • Chyron Announces Powerful Scorebug Solutions

    Chyron Announces Powerful Scorebug Solutions

    Chyron has introduced two new scorebug solutions designed to improve live sports productions across different broadcast environments. The new PRIME Scorebug is built on Chyron’s PRIME Platform and delivers broadcast-quality graphics, flexible data integration, intuitive controls, and customizable animations for any sport. It also allows broadcasters to maintain brand consistency by using the same graphic assets across scorebugs and other live graphics while offering options for redundancy and cost-efficient operations.

    In addition, Chyron has enhanced its cloud-based Chyron LIVE platform with purpose-built scorebug capabilities. Designed for collegiate sports, one-off events, and organizations needing scalable production workflows, the SaaS solution now includes dedicated scorebug controls, data integration services, and specialized graphics. Together, these updates help broadcasters of all sizes deliver more engaging sports coverage, improve workflow efficiency, and meet growing audience expectations.

    Chyron announces today the release of PRIME Scorebug, a purpose-built scorebug solution suitable for any sport. Built on the industry leading PRIME Platform, PRIME Scorebug offers Chyron broadcast-grade graphics along with ease-of-use,, flexibility and unparalleled data integration. Additionally, Chyron LIVE now offers the world’s most powerful SaaS scorebug with purpose-built scorebugs and specialized controls as part of its all-in-one workflow.

    “In working closely with our sports customers across all tiers, it is clear that the scorebug is the most important graphic element of any live sports production. Scorebugs are not ‘just another graphic.’ They have to be highly dynamic and accurate, and enhance the viewer experience,” states Steve Papadakis, senior vice president of sales, Americas, at Chyron. “Our product offerings are always evolving, and are always based on our customers’ priorities, regardless of whether in the cloud, on prem, SaaS, subscription or perpetual licensing.”

    Key features of PRIME Scorebug, include intuitive operator control orchestration, complete API based data integration, and client specific choreography.  Since PRIME Scorebug is built on the PRIME Platform, creative teams can easily apply the same assets to scorebugs that they use for all their live graphics overlays, ensuring efficiency and brand consistency. Investing in PRIME Scorebug and PRIME CG offers the additional advantage of redundancy, since a single system could be configured to run both the scorebug and CG graphics. Alternatively, organizations may elect to lower costs by investing in a single system to run both PRIME Scorebug and PRIME CG with a single operator.

    “Prior to today’s official release, several key customers have successfully put PRIME Scorebug through its paces in real world sports events and now use it on a regular basis,” states Mark Friedman, vice president of sports sales, North America. “From my career in graphics and design for professional sports broadcast, to the commercial conversations I have now with broadcasters and regional sports networks, I know this is an unbeatable solution for scorebugs. We take the simplicity of specialty scorebug products and blend that with the power of PRIME graphics to offer an ideal solution.”

    In contrast, Chyron LIVE which typically serves lower cost broadcast needs by offering SaaS all-in-one camera switching, graphics and replay, also now includes scorebugs. A primary segment for Chyron LIVE is mid- and lower- tier collegiate sports, one-off events, and large organizations or events that may need to occasionally scale up from their existing control room capacity. Recognizing that scorebugs play an important part in the visual storytelling and data display for these audiences, Chyron LIVE now includes purpose-built scorebug graphics, data integration services and dedicated scorebug controls.

    “Sports audiences across all tiers are more sophisticated and demanding than ever before,” says Friedman. “At Chyron, we ensure that broadcasters of any size can exceed viewer expectations, attract sponsors and advertisers and keep costs low with efficient workflows.”

  • Philips MediaSuite TVs deliver ‘cutting edge’ entertainment and energy savings in all 105 guestrooms at The Chancery Hotel Dublin

    Philips MediaSuite TVs deliver ‘cutting edge’ entertainment and energy savings in all 105 guestrooms at The Chancery Hotel Dublin

    PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, is excited to announce its market leading range of Philips MediaSuite TVs has been selected to deliver ‘next generation’ entertainment and experiences to all 150 guestrooms at The Chancery Hotel in Dublin.

    Located in the heart of the capital, four star rated The Chancery Hotel boasts one of the city’s most prestigious postcodes, with historic venues, such as Dublin Castle and Trinity College – whose notable students have included Bram Stoker and Oscar Wilde – among those located a stone’s throw from its entrance. In fact, Time Out Magazine last year voted the area as one of the ‘world’s coolest’ neighbourhoods.

    Already a certified LEED Gold Hotel, The Chancery Hotel’s owners clasp an unrelenting commitment to setting new standards for visitors, whether for those dining in its restaurant, enjoying a drink in the cocktail bar, being pampered in the wellness hub, or spending the night in one of its modern and sophisticated guestrooms.

    When it comes to quality and comfort, together with design and operational efficiency, there is simply no compromise – with technology playing an increasingly influential role in the experience and for reviews.

    Maximising efficiencies

    With mod cons coming as standard in guestrooms – such as bedside USB ports and VDA controlled blinds and lighting – The Chancery Hotel’s owners sought a state of the art TV system to create a memorable and

    elevated experience in an already busy marketplace, while ensuring exceptional energy efficiency as part of its sustainability commitments.

    Teaming up with VDA Telkonet – one of the largest global players in the field of smart room technology for hospitality – the Philips MediaSuite TV (55HFL5214U) was immediately identified as the only global offering capable of meeting The Chancery Hotel’s high ambitions for quality, versatility and sustainability.

    Barry Francis, Commercial Director, The Chancery Hotel, commented: “The main features we were looking for at The Chancery Hotel were a cutting edge, best in the market, top shelf TV system, with superior quality and sustainability benefits built in.”

    Tailored experiences

    Becoming the latest in an ever growing number of premium hotels and resorts around the world switching on to Philips MediaSuite, a fleet of 150 TVs were installed, creating the ultimate home away from home experience in every guest room. All Philips MediaSuite TV’s feature built in casting – a technology PPDS was the first to introduce back in 2019.

    Eliminating unsightly wiring and risk of theft from dongles, guests have the freedom to cast their personal content – films, music, gaming and more – using their own devices, via their preferred streaming platforms, directly onto the hotel TV without extra hardware or software configurations.

    With an easy and intuitive menu interface, fully tailored around the branding and needs of The Chancery Hotel, all Philips MediaSuite TVs are integrating with VDA’s Micromaster room management system, enabling the full control of in room facilities, including lighting, HVAC, and blinds.

    Taking paper off the menu

    In addition, the TVs now offer opportunities to communicate messages, including facilities, menus and other marketing, directly to guests, helping eliminate paper in the room, and further contributing to energy savings for the hotel.

    Taking sustainability a step further, Philips MediaSuite TVs also receive regular software updates, allowing the hotel to benefit from the latest features and functionality, extending the lifetime of their investment and keeping up with modern needs and trends.

    The reviews are in

    The introduction of Philips MediaSuite TVs has been hailed as a complete success by The Chancery Hotel management teams and – most importantly – by guests, with one reviewer describing the TV as ‘amazing’, and, remarking on the size, making it feel like you are ‘in a cinema.’

    Barry added: “We have already seen positive reviews coming in from our customers about our enhanced technology and overall guest experience with our new Philips MediaSuite TVs. Our customers are just in love with the TVs since we installed them.

    “Absolutely, I would recommend PPDS and Philips hospitality displays as a one stop shop for all your needs for installing a TV system in a hotel.

    Kendra Ingram, UK Business Manager at PPDS, commented: “The team at The Chancery Hotel had the benefit of a blank canvas to create their vision. Their primary objectives? To create an unparalleled guest experience in Dublin’s highly competitive and bustling hospitality landscape. Blending cutting edge technology with exceptional design, all while enabling seamless operations and a continuing commitment to sustainability, which influences every decision.”

    Kendra concluded: “Many four and five star hotels are turning to Philips MediaSuite as these TVs are the best in the market for energy efficiency, roughly 30-40%more energy efficiency compared to our nearest competitors. It’s something we take seriously, and we’re delighted that more establishments, like The Chancery Hotel, are taking this seriously, too.”

  • ADI Debuts Next-Generation Control4 T5 In-Wall Touchscreen

    ADI Debuts Next-Generation Control4 T5 In-Wall Touchscreen

    ADI has introduced the next-generation Control4 T5 In-Wall Touchscreen, designed to enhance the smart home experience with faster performance, a slimmer flush-mount design, and simplified installation. Replacing the previous T4 generation, the new touchscreen features a larger usable display area, magnetic trim ring options, and a redesigned Power over Ethernet (PoE) installation system that makes deployment easier for integrators while maintaining a sleek appearance for homeowners.

    The T5 also brings upgraded functionality with a proximity sensor that wakes the display as users approach, beamforming microphones for clearer intercom communication, and a configurable dark mode for spaces like home theaters. Built to support Control4 X4 and future software updates, the touchscreen is designed to evolve with the Control4 ecosystem, helping integrators deliver future-ready smart home solutions without frequent hardware upgrades.

    Underscoring its commitment to continuously evolve the smart home user experience, ADIinterface engineered to significantly simplify installation while delivering an enhanced everyday control experience for smart home users. Available now, the T5 replaces the previous T4 generation with faster processing, a slimmer flush-mount design, and expanded functionality.

    “The T5 In-Wall Touchscreen reflects ADI’s commitment to advancing the smart home experience through thoughtful design and practical innovation,” said Sr. Director of Product Management, Eric Fritz. “With a slimmer profile, faster performance, and simplified PoE installation, it helps integrators work more efficiently while delivering a more responsive and intuitive experience for homeowners. Built to support upcoming Control4 features, the T5 is designed to evolve with the system over time.”

    Designed as a central interaction point within the Control4 ecosystem, the T5 mounts to the wall with a minimal bezel for increased screen area. Magnetic trim rings, including options matching Control4 Lux Lighting colors as well as a paintable trim, allow integrators to align the interface with lighting keypads and room finishes.

    The T5 touchscreen also features a new proximity sensor that intelligently wakes the display as users approach, presenting a dynamic screensaver that offers quick access to active media sessions and commonly used controls. Quad microphones with beamforming and noise cancellation support clear intercom communication and voice capture, while a configurable dark mode is designed for light-sensitive spaces such as home theaters.

    Installation is streamlined through a one-piece Power over Ethernet (PoE) design that removes pogo pin connections and enables precise wall leveling via a redesigned mounting bracket. An optional AC accessory remains available where required.

    The T5’s processing power supports Control4 X4 and upcoming feature updates, allowing the touchscreen to evolve within the Control4 ecosystem without requiring hardware replacement and helping maintain compatibility as systems expand.

    “The T5 In-Wall Touchscreen combines a slimmer flush-mount design with faster performance and a simplified installation process,” said Fritz. “With increased processing power and support for upcoming Control4 features, it’s designed to remain compatible with the Control4 system over time while making deployment easier for integrators and control simpler for end users.”

    The new T5 provides integrators with a consistent Control4 X4 experience across new and existing installations and will be available through ADI for pre-order ahead of general availability in April.