ResiWeek

Matt Scott sits down exclusively with Joe Whitaker, CEDIA board member,  to chat about the residential integrators take on  CEDIA’s recent moves, the exciting future this promises, and the next step for the residential technology integration market. Host: Matt D. Scott Guests: Joe Whitaker – The Thoughtful Home See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:...

CEDIA has sold the Expo to Emerald Expositions Why did they do this and what does it mean for future show? Vin Bruno, CEO of CEDIA joins us to explain what it all means and how it will benefit members. Growing your business often means adding new products to your offerings. Our panelist give advice [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...

On episode 51 of ResiWeek we discuss – Did Dish’s CES offerings win the show? With Alexa interfacing, Over the Air( OTA ) and sling capabilities has Dish tapped the cord cutting / never demographic? We discuss the great article by Heather L. Sidorowicz on how retail storefront integrators can avoid obsolescence and grow both [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

 ResiWeek looks at the future of AV products with some dramatic announcements.   First Samsung CEO has a warrant for his arrest on bribery  charges – what does this mean for the company and Harman International. Sonos CEO has announced he is stepping down from day-to-day operations – will it change the company’s focus? Sharp [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

Sony has come to win with their announcements of OLED products at CES, a move with potential to change the marketplace.  Does this leave Samsung out in the cold? Also, Making The TV the speaker? An integrators dream or dud? Plus, JVC shows a THX certified projector and it might just be great. Host: Tim [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://a...

We look back at the events that shaped the Residential integration market in 2016.  How significant was the mass market release of Alex and Echo – Is voice control the paradigm change we were hoping for? Consolidations continue to change the playing field.   Plus a “Futurecast ” at what 2017 and 2018 will bring. [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

On this episode of ResiWeek we look back at the biggest stories and episodes of 2016. Harman gets bought by Samsung. Overtime rules. Plus, Snap AV expands. Host: Matt Scott Runtime: 44:56 Click to Listen to the Audio Only: Subscribe to ResiWeek: Links to Sources: See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of ResiWeek we discuss Sharp cutting off LCD panels supplies, custom E-commerce sites, Snap AV boosters, and marketing to Millennials. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jason Knott – CEPro Andrea Medeiros – TechHomeBuilder Tim Albright – AVNation Runtime: 36:05 Click to Watch the Video: Click to Listen to the Audio Only: Subscribe to ResiWeek: Links to Sources: See Privacy Policy at https:/...

Resiweek 45 covers- The light bulb that is also a speaker?, HTSA’s newest board members and what that means for you, and SNAP AV’s acquisition of Autonomic. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jeremy Glowacki – Residential Systems Tim Albright – AVNation Runtime: 36:05 Click to Watch the Video: Click to Listen to the Audio Only: Subscribe to [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

On this episode – Microsoft takes aim at Amazon Echo and Google Home, Sony offers new high end home products, CEDIA business exchange is now open. These stories and more. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Sanjay Patel – Tio Home Tim Albright – AVNation Runtime: 36:05 Click to Watch the Video   Click to Listen to the [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Resiweek 43 covers changes to the overtime pay laws,  Legrand employees same the company tons of money, and Bio Adaptive Lighting. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa Design Alex Capecelatro – Josh.ai Tim Albright – AVNation Runtime: 36:05 Click to Watch the Video: Click to Listen to the Audio Only: Subscribe to ResiWeek: Links [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

ResiWeek looks at how the Black Friday Sales can help boost the integrator bottom line, Best Buy home theater sales grow again, Snap AV buys Visulint and the new Home Tech Academy site. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Rich Fregosa  Jason Griffing John Clancy Runtime: 34:35 Click to Watch the Video: Subscribe to ResiWeek: See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at htt...

Samsung has announced a bid to acquire Harman International for $8 billion. How will that impact the residential market? AVAD is closing some shops and expanding others. We also look at Legrand’s expansion further into IoT. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Steven Brawner – Pro Audio Georgia Tim Albright – AVNation Runtime: 39:15 Click to Watch the [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

On this week’s show we talk about selling UHD and 4K in the home and how to best demo a system. A look ahead to what 2017 will look like in business and the tech. Plus, where voice control fits into home automation. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Steven Brawner – Pro Audio Georgia Julie Jacobson – [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...

Onkyo is restructuring their organization. We talk about future trends in home automation. Is the smart home ripe for hackers? Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jason Knott – CE Pro Ted Green – Strata-Gee Jason Griffing – Harrison Home Systems Runtime: 38:18   Click to Watch the Video: Click to Listen to the Audio Only: Subscribe to [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...

AT&T is trying to buy Time Warner for a little over $38 billion. Foxconn is investing in OLED over the next few years. We also talk about keeping an open mind to new products and ideas. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jeremy Glowacki – Residential Systems Mitch Klein – Z-Wave Alliance Josh Willits – Portal Runtime: 24:10 [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

On this episode of ResiWeek we talk about Federal overtime guidelines. Projectors versus flat panels. And the best ways to build relationships with builders. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Joe Whitaker – The Thoughtful Home Heather Sidorowicz – Southtown Audio Video Runtime: 32:37   Click to Watch the Video: Click to Listen to the Audio Only: Subscribe [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...

It looks very much like Netflix will be sold soon. Whether to Disney, Apple, or someone else what will that do to your next install? We look at whether manufacturers are doing enough to protect your business. Plus, we talk industry education with CEDIA’s newest VP. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Rich Fregosa – @rfregosa on Twitter [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...

This week we look into the expanding world of DIY in the Residential AV market. Is there a place for integrators to provide value to their customers? Sonos is now available in the Apple stores. Also, the founder of Savant is back as CEO. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Ric Johnson – Right At Home Tech Tim [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...

Logitech has a new bluetooth streaming device. Is it too consumer electronics for your next install? We also look at CEDIA’s new market survey. They say we should expect a growth of at least $2 million in the residential channel next year. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Delia Hansen – Clare Controls Steven Brawner – Pro Audio [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...

We recap CEDIA 2016. CEDIA US and CEDIA EMEA have combined into one global group. What impact will that have on the members? We talk about CEDIA’s push to get more veterans hired into the audio visual industry. Plus, Amazon Echo and other voice control was a huge story at this year’s show. How important [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Kaleidescape, who announced two weeks ago that they were ending operations, announces they have a new line of funding. What changes will take place? The new iPhone 7 has been announced. We discuss the impact it will have on the residential AV market. We also look at the importance of IoT. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Jeremy [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N...

Sonos has partnered with everyone. From Crestron to Amazon, what will this mean for the CEDIA show and the residential channel? Sony has a new 4K tv line that you can get for 100″ for under $100,000. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Todd Anthony Puma – The Source Home Theater Jayson Savage – Sony Tim Albright – [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Access Networks is getting into the Wifi business. One Firefly has new education offerings for integrators. And, Japan is getting push back on their 8K broadcasts. Host: Matt Scott Guests: Rich Fregosa – https://twitter.com/rfregosa Todd Anthony Puma – The Source Home Theater Paul Williams – Control4 Runtime: 38:03 Click to Watch the Video: Click to Listen to [...] See Privacy Policy at https://ar...

High-end video server Kaleidescape is shutting down their business. What impact will this have on the home AV market? Who can possibly pick them up? We also look at residential AV furniture and where to put your gear. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Matt D. Scott – Omega Audio Video Hagai Feiner – Access Networks Runtime: 31:20 [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privac...