ResiWeek

Welcome to the new year! We had our reminiscing last week about 2024. This time we do a little bit of looking back at what shaped our industry for the year, but also discuss what might be in store for 2025 for the residential space. Joining us this week is Katye McGregor-Bennett from KMB Communications and Mark Feinberg from Home Theater Advisors. Host:  Matt Scott Guests: Katye McGregor-Benn...

We've had quite the interesting year in the residential space. 2024 has been full of news and stories surrounding the AV industry, and we are here to recap everything that happened. Yes, it's a clip show. But full of the things to consider as we head into the new year! Host:  Matt Scott Guests: Eric Smith –  OliverIQ Jeremy Glowacki –  Residential Tech Today Joe Whitaker –  Ori...

Host:  Matt Scott Guests: Gary Usher – Powerhouse Alliance John Henkel – NETGEAR AV Rachel Bradshaw – Caster Communications Links to sources: CE Pro – Samsung Leads in Smart TV Market Residential Tech Today – Daisy Acquires Integrator Hermary's  Residential System – 8K Association Certification for Projectors See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice a...

As the year closes, we look at the companies within the residential space to watch out for. What's coming up in AV for 2025? Looking at what determines a 'VIP' client, and if that deserves different attention than other customers. CEDIA launches the aptly named CEDIA Foundation to shape the future of the smart home space. What can associations like this do to help our industry thrive? Every week w...

What does a "content agnostic" smart TV look like? We delve into the design of interfaces for displays. We also look at CEDIA's online education offerings and what integrators should be looking at to enhance their knowledge in the field. DirecTV pulls away from their proposed acquisition of Dish. What the future of dish and other services might look like moving forward. Every week, we find the big...

The McIntosh group has been sold to Bose. What does this mean for the luxury audio space? Speaking of audio, we look at the lessons learned from the supply chain shortages and what integrators need to know. Apple might have a new Smart TV on the way... Stop us if you've heard that one. Is this a case of the company who cried display or is there something substantial on the horizon? Every week we f...

Sonos is launching their new Era 100 Pro in January. Is this what they need to bolster customer confidence? Looking at CEDIA's integrator advocacy and what members can do to support the industry. Discussing where AI tools can be used to better your business... And where it might just be better to leave it to human hands. Host:  Matt Scott Guests: Joe Whitaker – Origin Acoustics Mitchell Klein...

Google's getting their Gemini AI into smart home solutions. Is this the push for them to make an impact on the market? Looking at Lightapalooza 2025 and other upcoming shows for integrators to watch out for. Bravas polls their consumers to find out what they're looking for when it comes to smart home integration. Every week, ResiWeek brings you the latest news and stories for the residential AV sp...

Looking at the potential growth for the AV industry. Could it come in the form of trade shows like CEDIA Expo? Speaking of shows, ISE 2025 is coming up, and Brian Solis is expected to present the opening keynote. we also look at company culture and those Sunday Blues that come with it. Every week, we bring you the latest news and stories for the residential space. Everything that the working integ...

The HTSA says that lighting is one of the biggest potential growth spots for integrators. How do we pitch lighting to our clients? Airzone's integration with KNX could revolutionize HVAC systems. We look at what this means as it comes to the North American market. And how to market your business through content. Can we make AV exciting material? Host:  Matt Scott Guests: Ron Callis – OneFiref...

Crestron opens a new experience center in New York. We continue the eternal discussion about if show rooms are necessary. OliverIQ offers a new "smart home as a service" alongside their app. What's the state of control (devices) in residential? Building the ultimate smart home space and how integrators can help their clients achieve that dream. Host:  Mitchell Toolen Guests: Jason Knott – D-T...

Sonos wants to earn the trust of their customers again. What's their plan to win them back? Ring's got a new AI-enabled video searching tool for their doorbell solutions. Is it a must-have or just another AI waste? And navigating luxury clientele and what really counts as 'the best' in a project.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

A look at the last six months for Daisy, and the transition from their acquisition. The peril of too many choices and what integrators can do to help their clients. Apple might be getting into the smart home space with a new OS and solutions. Every week we take a look at the latest news from the residential space and discuss it with a panel of experts. Joining us is Rich Fregosa from Fregosa Desig...

THX is back in residential, no longer just destroying your ears in the theaters. We're still finding cool things from CEDIA Expo 2024 like PowerShade's smart lighting and Snap One's wi-fi solutions. Does AV need to make their own chips? The video version of this podcast can be found here. While Matt is on location, we have Tim to look at the latest news and stories for the residential space. We're...

Apple adds some smart home features to their latest update. Are they getting into the race? Snap One & Control4 introduce their new X4 at CEDIA Expo 2024. What this means for automation and integrators. We also discuss client retention and how to make lasting relationships with your customer base. ResiWeek takes a look at all the latest news and stories surrounding the residential AV space. We...

How important is a power plan for your customers' AV systems? Utilizing AI for a better audio experience for shows. What Cosm is doing for sports entertainment and the potential of a streaming AV experience. On this episode of ResiWeek we are joined by Alex Capecelatro from Josh.ai and Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts. Our panel of experts take a look at the latest news and stories for the r...

Wrapping up CEDIA Expo 2024 and the highlights of the show. Nice has a new software for their smart home automation, including a voice assistant. Josh.ai launches the AI OS and a new iteration of JoshGPT. Daisy acquires SaaviHome and expands their franchise. Plenty of us are still recovering from CEDIA Expo, but the news never stops! Thankfully we're joined by Arlen Schweiger of CE Pro to talk abo...

All the talk about CEDIA Expo 2024! Jetbuilt's AI-powered service desk, emerging technologies at the show and understanding the purpose of trade shows for your business. On this episode of ResiWeek we have reunited the Tri-State Trio (name pending) with Matt, Mark Feinberg of Home Theater Advisors and Todd Anthony Puma from The Source Home Theater. They discuss all the latest news and stories for...

CEDIA Expo 2024 is only a week away. Get prepared for CEDIA's Smart Home Awards, the potential of 8K for residential and what ADI is doing with Snap One for the show. Also, UniFi has a new PowerAmp. Could there be some competition for Sonos? Matt Scott brings you the latest news and stories for the residential space. Joining us this week is Mitchell Klein from CEDIA and Jeremy Glowacki of Resident...

CEDIA's advocacy to recognize integrators and what our industry can do about it. Which TV takes the crown for OLED and MiniLEDs? Can AV be an artpiece? Trinnov's WaveForming software goes public, and is set to make an appearance at the upcoming CEDIA Expo 2024. On this episode of ResiWeek, Patrick Norton takes the helm to look at the latest stories surrounding the residential AV industry. Joining...

Google is ditching Chromecast for a new box top device. How to prepare your team for on-camera success, especially since CEDIA Expo 2024 is coming up. Director Barry Sonnenfeld is delivering the keynote for CEDIA Expo 2024, and what that means for the industry. On this week's episode of ResiWeek, we are joined by Michael Short from Crestron, Henry Clifford of Livewire and Aaron Rozanski from Vanco...

Tech stocks fall and that impacts the spending of some homeowners. Logitech CEO says the Circle doorbell is on its way out. The security market looks like a key entry point for whole home AV. This week's ResiWeek was recorded while both the NASDAQ and Dow Jones were in free fall. That current news added to the discussion about a recent report from CIRCANA on consumer technology spending dipping by...

Google might be dropping Chromecast for a set-top box design, and what this means for the future of their streaming device. Lightapalooza 2025 is coming to Dallas in January, and the scope of shows for the industry. OneVision Resources partners with the HTSA, what this means for integrators. We are joined this week by Taft Stricklin from Just Add Power, Avi Rosenthal of Bluesalve and Alex Capecela...

The crossroads between integration and wellness, looking at solutions for the home space. Samsung is bolstering their SmartThings platform through Airzone integration, and connecting solutions for a smart space. Communicating about communication breakdowns, and the integrator's role in a project. We look at the latest news and information surrounding the residential side of the AV industry. ...

LG has acquired a majority stakehold in Athom, looking to integrate Homey's connectivity into their ThinQ platform. SaaviHome adds new locations to their franchise network and the opportunities in the smart home market. Analyzing the habits of resubscribers when it comes to streaming services. We are joined by Katye McGregor-Bennett from KMB Communications and Gary Usher from the Powerhouse Allian...