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AEA launches NUVO Flight microphone kit for studios
Digital Entertainment

AEA launches NUVO Flight microphone kit for studios

AEA launches NUVO Flight ribbon microphone kit with near-, mid- and far-field models, priced at USD $3,399 for studio and live use.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Netgear expands AV-over-IP skills training in APAC
Network Infrastructure

Netgear expands AV-over-IP skills training in APAC

Netgear broadens its free AV-over-IP training in APAC, adding courses from 12 tech brands to tackle the region's networking skills gap.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Mar 2026
Gallagher & M.C. Dean deepen global security pact
IoT Security

Gallagher & M.C. Dean deepen global security pact

Gallagher Security and M.C. Dean deepen a long-standing global pact to tackle complex, mission-critical security deployments worldwide.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Feb 2026
PPDS unveils Philips Signage 2000 entry-level range
Digital Signage

PPDS unveils Philips Signage 2000 entry-level range

PPDS debuts Philips Signage 2000 4K displays with Android 14 and cloud management, targeting entry-level digital signage deployments.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2026
Nureva adds coverage map, camera switching to HDL310
Unified Communications

Nureva adds coverage map, camera switching to HDL310

Nureva upgrades its HDL310 with real-time coverage maps and automated camera switching to streamline hybrid meetings and learning spaces.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Online Instruments buys Level 3 Audiovisual in US push
Unified Communications

Online Instruments buys Level 3 Audiovisual in US push

Bengaluru-based Online Instruments acquires Arizona's Level 3 Audiovisual, securing its first direct US base to bolster global AV delivery.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2026
Neumann unveils five DSP subwoofers for immersive audio studios
Digital Entertainment

Neumann unveils five DSP subwoofers for immersive audio studios

Neumann launches five DSP subwoofers in its KH series, designed for precise, immersive audio monitoring in professional studios and broadcast environments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2025
Sea-Doo unveils 2026 lineup with new touchscreen tech & audio
Customer Experience

Sea-Doo unveils 2026 lineup with new touchscreen tech & audio

Sea-Doo's 2026 personal watercraft range features new 10.25-inch touchscreen tech, upgraded audio, and enhanced connectivity for riders.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
PPDS & Shure form global alliance to offer unified AV solutions
Unified Communications

PPDS & Shure form global alliance to offer unified AV solutions

PPDS and Shure form a global alliance to provide integrated AV solutions combining Philips displays and Shure audio systems for seamless collaboration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Peel High School's AV upgrade elevates education and performance spaces
Opinion

Peel High School's AV upgrade elevates education and performance spaces

Peel High School in Tamworth has upgraded its AV system with Amber Technology, enhancing learning and performance with professional-grade audio-visual tools.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Sennheiser begins global shipping of Spectera wireless system
Digital Entertainment

Sennheiser begins global shipping of Spectera wireless system

Sennheiser has begun shipping its Spectera wideband wireless system globally, offering streamlined setups and enhanced control for live audio professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Apr 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Ricoh Canada buys ET Group to boost workplace tech
Digital Transformation

Ricoh Canada buys ET Group to boost workplace tech

Ricoh Canada acquires Toronto-based ET Group to expand workplace tech, adding audiovisual design, hybrid meeting and managed services.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Feb 2026
Workspace AV unveils new brand & website amid rapid growth
Unified Communications

Workspace AV unveils new brand & website amid rapid growth

Workspace AV has rebranded with a new website as it expands rapidly, enhancing its presence across the UK and Europe in the AV technology sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Exclusive: Samsung's Allan Devantier on how the Soundbar Q990F raises the bar
Smart Home

Exclusive: Samsung's Allan Devantier on how the Soundbar Q990F raises the bar

Samsung introduces AI-powered Dynamic Bass Control and wireless Dolby Atmos to bring cinema-like sound immersion to home audio systems worldwide.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2025
Logic unveils Visionhub to integrate AV tech for workspaces
Unified Communications

Logic unveils Visionhub to integrate AV tech for workspaces

LOGIC launches Visionhub, a platform integrating AV tech to enhance collaboration in diverse workspaces, supporting seamless hybrid and remote teamwork.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
LG unveils cloud platforms & modular kiosks at Sydney AV expo
Network Infrastructure

LG unveils cloud platforms & modular kiosks at Sydney AV expo

LG unveils its Business Cloud platform and modular kiosks at Sydney's Integrate Expo 2025, showcasing smart AV solutions for diverse industries.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025
Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience
Surveillance

Security Exhibition 2025 returns to explore risks and resilience

The Security Exhibition & Conference returns to ICC Sydney in August 2025, uniting security and AV industries with cutting-edge tech and global risk insights.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Open Reality partners with MAXHUB for UK market growth
Unified Communications

Open Reality partners with MAXHUB for UK market growth

Open Reality has partnered with MAXHUB to bring advanced audio-visual and communication solutions to over 800 UK IT channel partners, supporting hybrid workplaces.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025