Recently Published AV News

FineLine Speakers, a new US-based manufacturer of ultra-slim 2-inch thick speakers and a new subwoofer, announced the launch of their product line and exclusive consumer-direct sales website.

Audio Plus Services, a North American importer/distributor of premium products for the audio, video and home theater markets, introduced the D-Premier from Devialet, an integrated amplifier.

OK, so some of you love 3D and hate it but I think we can all agree that no matter how bulky the glasses are, they're much preferred to hooking electrodes to your head and forcing your eyes to blink.

Sonance is now shipping the acclaimed Sonance Landscape Series that debuted at the CEDIA Expo in 2010. The new 70V Sonance Landscape Series system of two-way satellite speakers and in-ground subwoofer

HAI, a manufacturer of integrated automation and security products, announced today that Snap-Link Mobile application for iPhone has been updated to add control over the Hi-Fi 2 and Music Gateway.

CEDIA is actually taking a big approach to clarifying some of the loose ends with regards to HDMI and installation of HDMI-based systems.

An article in Commercial Integrator this week outlined some huge improvements made recently to the Green Bay Packers' Lambeau Field. The redevelopment was initiated for the stadium's 50th anniversary.

Signeo USA announced the launch of SOUL by Ludacris headphones. In a highly collaborative effort with the Grammy winning and globally renowned artist Chris “Ludacris” Bridges.

Parasound let us know that they have redesigned their Model 5250 v.2 NewClassic THX Ultra2 power amplifier, adding a new front panel and over 60 mods - including a new preamp input level gain control.

Griffin Technology partnered with software developer Dijit to turn your favorite iOS or smartphone into a Universal Remote Control. Beacon allows fingertip control of your entire entertainment system.

Savant Systems LLC, having delivered the first Apple-based home automation and control system, has announced the introduction of a 16-channel class D amplifier for distributed audio applications.

Atlona Technologies today released three cost-effective custom installation testing kits designed to diagnose 99-percent of all digital connectivity issues in moments, saving both time and overhead.

Atlantic Technology, a manufacturer of loudspeakers and custom installation solutions, introduced its WA-50 Wireless Audio System, which can transmit a full-range stereo signal wirelessly up to 150 ft

Grace Digital Audio announced the Wi-Fi Bookshelf Music System. Grace's micro-system is the world's first Internet radio system to incorporate two bookshelf speakers and 802.11n WiFi connectivity.

Runco announced an addition to the company's LightStyle Series projectors, the LightStyle LS-HB. This high-bright projector brings Runco into a whole new category - outdoor venues.

Sanyo North America, a subsidiary of Sanyo Electric Co. announced today the introduction of a wide XGA ultra short-throw 3 LCD interactive projector geared for the educational and corporate world.

In a seemingly innocuous post on the company blog, Jamie Odell, director of product management at Netflix dropped a bombshell on users that is echoing across the Internet (and on Netflix' own website)

According to an article over at Reuters, Apple's iPad has been hacked courtesy of AT&T's 3G network and around 120,000 users' personal information was compromised as a result. AT&T has made a big oops

Da-Lite’s newest Equipment Rack Cart model features two 14 rack space cabinets to accommodate storage of rack-mounted equipment while maintaining a standard furniture height of 32".

The Custom Electronic Design & Installation Association (CEDIA) has published a much-needed new white paper on the topic of HDMI titled HDMI Design and Initialization Sequence.

SANUS, a global brand of audio/video mounts, furnishings and consumer electronics accessories, announced it is now shipping the VisionMount VLF311 Super Slim Full-Motion flat screen TV Mount.

Home Automation, Inc. (HAI), a manufacturer of integrated security and home automation products since 1985, announced that the Hi-Fi 2 by HAI multi-room audio system is now available.

Da-Lite Screen Company Inc. announced the addition of four VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) standard mounts to their flat panel monitor mount product offerings.

Da-Lite Screen Company is pleased to introduce a new series of thin flat panel wall mounts. These mounts are designed for easy installation and are virtually invisible once installed.

DivX, a division of Sonic Solutions, and Marantz today announced that Marantz will integrate DivX Plus HD Certification in its new line of universal media players.

Nuage Nine, Inc. and Crestron Electronics announced that all Crestron devices, both proprietary Cresnet and IP-based, can now be monitored and managed by the industry-leading Nuage Nine solution.

Denon Electronics and Marantz America announced the availability of AirPlay music streaming capability on nine network-capable audio/video components in their respective lineups.

Big news in the audio world this week. In a move that took everyone by surprise - at least those not in the know - Indianapolis speaker maker Klipsch Group has agreed to be purchased by Audiovox of NY