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Cable wars heat up as Chinese powerhouses unleash GPMI—the fee-free standard that makes HDMI look like dial-up! Smart AV engineering hits the classroom in China's education overhaul, but can degrees keep pace with real-world tech? Fake L-Acoustics gear nearly brought the house down literally as counterfeiters gambled with lives using half-strength metal components! The video version of this podcas...

Going green while saving green? AVer's trade-in program is a win-win knockout! And Hackers turned chicken menus into political billboards overnight, is your network next?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright and industry guests dive into the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the business and environmental benefit...

Forget “Is AV-over-IP the future?”—the real question is: how much of your AV stack has it already replaced? InfoComm 2025 is putting old-school education in detention with gamified, VR-enhanced, AI-boosted learning experiences.  The video version of this podcast can be found here. On this week’s AVWeek, Tim Albright is joined by expert guests to unpack the future of commercial AV. From the ri...

"Your crappy audio is making you sound dumb!" - science now confirms what AV pros have known forever! Behind every mission-critical operation is a dazzling command center that's evolved from clunky projectors to jaw-dropping DVLED walls. And that "refurbished" label? It's no longer tech purgatory—it's your ticket to premium gear at bargain prices while saving the planet!  The video version of...

"Our brains are being fracked by endless screen time!" Attention spans have plummeted by 30% in two decades, yet companies are doubling down on mandatory office work. Europe’s return-to-office strategy is flexible and measured, while the U.S. is all mandates and mayhem—Amazon didn’t even count its desks before calling employees back!  The video version of this podcast can be found here. This...

Tariffs vs. Commercial AV: panic, or be thankful it's not nearly as bad as the pandemic supply chain problems??? ISE and AVIXA say getting new people into AV is the industry's biggest problem. We've got ideas on where you can find the next generation of audio visual professionals! Best practices for designing and maintaining hybrid classrooms, and more!  The video version of this podcast can...

Mini-Spheres are coming - bringing immersive entertainment to the masses without the $2.3 billion price tag! As traditional networking giants chase AI, NETGEAR doubles down on broadcast AV with its DPP partnership and a strong focus on AI governance. From manual onboarding to AI automation: smart UC management is transforming the video conferencing experience while sparking debates on privacy vers...

The video version of this podcast can be found here. Microsoft Teams and traditional AV pros are locked in a tug-of-war between quick installs and premium experiences. And pour one out for Skype – after 14 years and $8.5 billion, Microsoft is pulling the plug this May. Plus a new and ACTUALLY improved HDMI 2.2 delivers double the bandwidth for 10K resolution. Dive deep with AV industry experts as...

How AI-powered AV is getting you coffee faster and more efficiently. Cutting-edge AV training and education are shaping the future of the industry. An industry icon is retiring. From Extron’s next-generation training facility redefining hybrid learning, to Bocca Felice’s AI-driven drive-thru experience, to QSC’s vision for smart spaces, we dive into the innovations transforming how AV and IT...

Why are Fortune 500 companies choosing to rent rather than buy those stunning LED displays? The answer might surprise your CFO. AV and building management have been like awkward exes at a cocktail party for decades—until now they're finally chatting.   Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including the dramatic convergence...

Modern projectors turn imagination into reality, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. And digital signage just leveled up—Samsung is partnering with Cielo's AI. Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, including Christie's transformative projection technology at BYD's energy vehicle museum, showcasing immers...

We had so much to discuss about Integrated Systems Europe 2025 that we couldn't keep it to just one episode. And to be fair, the last one was named 'Part 1'. You should've expected this. What else you can expect is a discussion from AV industry experts like Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts (Host of A State of Control) and Jennifer Weaver of NextLVL Learning (Host of AV Career Mastermind) to...

The biggest international AV trade show, Integrated Systems Europe 2025, took place in Barcelona last week. We saw so much innovative technology for the AV industry that we had to check in with other experts in our space to get everything from the show floor. We talk to Jason Ward from Warwick Audio Visual, Tanya Houston from Wildwood Plus, Iffat Chaudhry of Involve Visual Collaboration and Joe Wa...

Slow growth or strategic pause? AVIXA's latest numbers reveal what’s ahead for Pro AV—and what it means for IT managers seeking software-forward devices that prioritize the end-user experience, not just gray boxes. Meet ReVolve, the world’s first 10-meter LED that disappears on command. AV produces a lot of data, but who owns it, and can it be leveraged for smarter operations? Logitech Spot just c...

JPMorgan says 'everybody in!' while Amazon scrambles for desk space - the office return saga just got real! Plot twist at The Sphere: Holoplot's dramatic pivot leaves the AV world stunned and partners hanging in mid-air!  Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape, from Holoplot's dramatic pivot to workplace technology transforma...

CES 2025 just dropped the mic with gadgets straight out of sci-fi movies (but you can actually buy these!). While everyone's worried about tariffs, Samsung and LG are pulling off the biggest manufacturing flex in tech history. Join host Tim Albright and industry experts on AVWeek as we dive deep into the commercial AV implications of CES 2025's groundbreaking innovations. Explore how political shi...

Samsung and Google's Eclipsa Audio promises to "change the way we experience sound." Epson catches JmGo red-handed with inflated projector specs - slashing their claimed brightness by more than half! Joining us this week are expert guests to dissect the updates reshaping the Commercial AV world! Explore the 3D audio partnership between tech giants and break down Epson's landmark settlement with Jm...

Before we really say farewell, goodbye, (and maybe even good riddance) to 2024 we have to look back and have a roundtable discussion about the biggest stories for the year. Joining us this week is Steph Beckett from rAVe Pubs, Mark Pescatore from SCN, and Bradford Benn of Advisist. Once we've gotten past that, it's time to look to the future! We tap into our myriad of divination techniques to see...

We are somehow already at the halfway mark for the decade. What was the biggest news and stories that came across our desks in 2024? We break down some of our favorite moments and what's impacting the industry for the year to come. Host:  Tim Albright Guests: Jenny Hicks –  Midwich Group Michael Peveler –  AtlasIED Steve Greenblatt –  Control Concepts George Chacko –  Pace...

Sonos is about to flex so hard at ISE their booth needs its own area code (and wait'll you see their pro installation debut!). Reality check - when's the last time you gave your AV standards more than just a casual swipe right? DSE is ghosting Vegas for San Diego's sunny shores in 2025! Tune in to AVWeek, where Tim Albright and industry experts serve up the hottest tea on the latest developments i...

Cloud revolution, converged networks, and sustainability are transforming the AV landscape! The industry is redefining Device Management like Tesla disrupted the auto industry. Industry leaders are breaking down AV and IT barriers. Crestron becomes the first AV manufacturer to achieve sustainability certification. This week, industry experts join us to explore the latest trends in commercial AV, i...

At first glance, the numbers tell me it's healthy - the Pro AV industry is cooking! Heat is the enemy of electronics - protecting your gear with proactive solutions is a must! MDEP provides enhanced security, device pairing, accessibility, and management capabilities - the future of tech collaboration is here! Joining us this week are industry experts to break down the latest in commercial AV! Bre...

Every year, Microsoft holds their Ignite conference to showcase the latest innovations in their software. Not only has the discussion merged into two shows, but it is predominantly about artificial intelligence. In this case, Microsoft's own Copilot AI. We're seeing AI all over AV, but is it becoming more than a buzzword? We talk to David Danto, Neil Fluester and Craig Durr about everything that w...

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The 3 Proven Tactics to Nail Your Next AV Interview (No Matter Your Background). Say Goodbye to Bulbs & Hello to Solid-State: Why the Future of Projection is Brighter—and More Cost-Effective—Than Ever. Joining us this week are industry veterans to dissect the advancements of Commercial AV world! From a game-changing career guidebook by AV expert Denise Hughes to the fascinating leap from 19th-...