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What Happened This Week: most popular stories June 16-June 20
ProAV Today
Apple introduces new spatial audio format
The Apple Spatial Audio Format (ASAF) was designed specifically for visionOS
ProAV Today
Pixar to release films in true DCI HDR
The animation studio's announcement comes in tandem with Samsung's launch of its next-gen Onyx LED movie screens
ProAV Today
Apple adds video playback to CarPlay
Apple will soon be allowing video playback via its CarPlay platform, as long as the car is parked, that is. With the upcoming iOS26 software update, Apple has confirmed that it will implement video streaming from a mobile device...
ProAV Today
Google Beam’s price and full specs revealed
The redesigned immersive video-call platform will be coming to select customers later this year
ProAV Today
WATCH: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge teardown
Samsung's newest design makes some compromises for an ultra-thin profile
ProAV Today
JBL launches five new soundbars
Four new soundbars are available now, with the flagship Bar 1300MK2 coming later this year
ProAV Today
Anker recalls over 1 million power banks
Faulty Anker PowerCore 10000 units have resulted in 19 reports of fire and explosions
ProAV Today
WATCH: Study finds OLED burn-in is a thing of the past
15 months of "worst case" use shows impressive results
ProAV Today
Google expands employee buyouts across company
A memo offering a "voluntary exit program" was sent to all US employees on the Platform & Devices team
ProAV Today
FAA to finally upgrade air traffic control from Windows 95 and floppy disks
The FAA says it is committed to updating an archaic system
Featured
On The Circuit
The SVC Interview: Modern Upselling
We talk with Cynthia Menna of ADI Global about the power of upselling
The Wire
VisibilityOne Announces Appointment of John Elms as CEO
John Elms Brings Decades of Industry Experience in Enterprise Communications and Executive Leadership to VisibilityOne
Blog
Hybrid Systems: AI In The Mix
In this eBook we look at some recent research that shows the urgent need for better hybrid systems, and the kind of challenges that AV will be able to help solve, including the integration of AI. Microsoft/LinkedIn 2024 Work...
Blog
Signal Distribution eBook: Bars & Nightclubs
In this eBook we look at a variety of digital signal distribution paths to support atmosphere and operational efficiency. Also: Some common technology myths A personal RF mystery story
The Wire
Brightline Lighting Delivers a Breakthrough in Low Voltage Lighting Control and Performance with New Turnkey System
Bridgeville, Penn. – June 24, 2025 – Brightline Lighting introduces an all-in-one, low voltage control system for variable white lighting over a single DMX cable. Designed to provide seamless compatibility...
The Wire
Curtis Culwell Center Elevates Commencement Ceremonies with LEA Professional Amplifiers
Conveniently located 20 minutes from downtown Dallas, Texas, the Curtis Culwell Center is a beautiful, state-of-the-art multi-purpose facility boasting over 190,000 square feet of space, including a 7,000-seat arena...
The Wire
LG Debuts ‘Pro:Centric+’ to Transform Hotel TVs into Business-Driving Platforms
New Platform Simplifies Integration of Third-Party Services, Streamlines Setup, Enhances Profitability
The Wire
LG Showcases Across the Board Innovation in Hospitality TV at HITEC 2025
From Luxury Resorts to Budget Motels, from Shared Spaces to AI-Powered Displays, LG Innovations Aim to Meet Today’s Hotel Needs—and Tomorrow’s
The Wire
Singapore Repertory Theatre Updates Their Space with Clear-Com’s Arcadia Central Station
The Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT), one of the leading professional theatre companies in Asia, recently deployed Clear-Com®’s Arcadia® Central Station, resolving persistent communication issues and streamlining coordination across departments....
The Wire
Epson to Showcase Power of Laser Displays and Collaborative Classroom Tools for K-12 Educators at ISTELive 2025
Epson today announced it will showcase its latest display and print technology solutions at ISTELive 2025 in San Antonio, Texas from June 30 to July 2 in booth #1719.
The Wire
Pixellot, Leader in Automated Sports Video Production Across 38,480 Venues, Names Rob DeSalvo President of North American Operations
Pixellot, the global leader in AI-automated sports video production, has appointed Rob DeSalvo as President of North American Operations to drive its aggressive regional growth. DeSalvo brings a strong...
The Wire
Datapath reinforces North America team with Craig Childs appointment
Datapath, world-leading engineers of visual solutions, has strengthened its North America operations further with the appointment of Craig Childs as Senior Regional Sales Manager for Midwest US. Craig brings...
The Wire
Cobalt Digital Wins Future’s Best of Show Award for COBALT® WAVE Remote Control Panel Series, Presented by AVTechnology at InfoComm
Cobalt Digital Wins Future’s Best of Show Award for COBALT® WAVE Remote Control Panel Series, Presented by AVTechnology at InfoComm Orlando, Florida – June 17, 2025 – Cobalt Digital,...
Podcasts
Entertainment
Cirque du Soleil Audio (Podcast 266)
The sophisticated Sennheiser Digital 6000 wireless system at work
Blog
PODCAST 243-2: Grace Polaris Church Gets Video Streaming Just in Time for Pandemic Pt 2
Church continues online services with all new AV gear in InteRise project
Blog
PODCAST 243-1: Grace Polaris Church Gets Video Streaming Just in Time for Pandemic Pt 1
Complete AV renovation by InteRise allows church to continue services online
Blog
PODCAST 242-2: Greater Baltimore Medical Center Gets the Word Out on Covid-19 Pt 2
Focal Point Productions provides Greater Baltimore Medical Center with professional videoconferencing
Blog
Sonos updates soundbars with AI-powered speech enhancement
New update gives users four levels of speech enhancement to choose from
Industry
April Pro AV Today Most Read Stories
Shure forms Wireless Microphone Spectrum Alliance As wireless technology advances and continues to populate nearly every industry, the RF spectrum is becoming increasingly crowded. To help preserve this finite...
Industry
Best of Show NAB 2025
The Best of Show Awards at the NAB Show 2025 were judged from among submitted products with a Pro AV viewpoint. Sound Devices Astral A20-HH The judges’ top...
Industry
March Pro AV Today Most Read Stories
HDMI 2.2 revealed, featuring 96Gbps of bandwidth Following reports that the next HDMI standard would be revealed at this year’s CES, the HDMI Forum this week announced HDMI 2.2,...
Industry
February Pro AV Today Top 5 Most Read
Blackmagic debuts first commercial camera for Apple Immersive Video Several manufacturers have are committing to the Apple Vision Pro’s immersive video format, and Blackmagic Design has thrown its hat...
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