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Radio City Music Hall is getting the Sphere audio treatment, so which iconic venues deserve this immersive revolution next? AI platforms are now speaking your language to manage complex AV networks, literally. Four airports, hijacked screens, pro-Hamas propaganda, your AV network isn't just playing content anymore, it's a potential security vulnerability. The video version of this podcast can be f...

Here's the uncomfortable truth: the AV industry is stuck. Proprietary protocols, ecosystem fragmentation, and vendor-specific bottlenecks are holding back innovation and killing your project margins. But what if one platform proved that true interoperability isn't just possible, it's essential? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests br...

The Jupiter Systems divestment reignites the debate: government oversight in company ownership takes on new weight when mission-critical security technology and TAA/BAA compliance are involved. It’s a reminder of how the AV industry must balance innovation, global investment, and national security. In parallel, trade shows are bigger than ever but in today’s hyper-connected world, we need to rethi...

At WebexOne, Cisco unveiled the ultimate flex: AI so powerful it’s practically rewriting the rulebook for secure, intelligent meetings. Jabra and Huddly are keeping it real, no gimmicks, just AI that actually makes conferencing work better. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests for another must-watch AVWeek episode covering criti...

400 square meters of programmable LEDs are transforming retail into data-driven storytelling platforms. And shifting from LEDs to holograms, Looking Glass claims their displays turn standard video into "lifelike 3D holograms," but where do these fit in commercial AV? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Dive deep with host Tim Albright and AV industry experts as they break down the...

Interactive displays in art installations and cultural parks are increasing visitor dwell time, LED technology is reshaping public engagement. MotoGP broadcasters ditched beta testing and went straight to air with AI-powered AR, could your next Zoom call feature virtual graphics? Reality check: Users don't think like engineers, and that iPad running your exact same interface just proved it.  ...

Here's a reality check: your "better" product might be losing to inferior competition right now. Savvy businesses are discovering that branded background music isn't just ambiance, it's measurable revenue impact. But as AI agents start making sales calls for AV distributors, we need to ask hard questions about automation boundaries. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Guest host P...

The "small" AV jobs everyone ignores are generating massive profits while enterprise projects gather dust and top integrators don't want you to know why. Vioso's new tech lets you literally step inside your CAD drawings, but here's the million-dollar question: does jaw-dropping innovation equal bottom-line results?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and hi...

Why does every technological "improvement" feel like opening Pandora's box of compatibility issues? Are we so obsessed with pixel counts that we've forgotten what actually makes meetings productive? Time for some uncomfortable truths about where our industry is headed. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch...

When rooms stop being "where it happens" and start being what happens, immersive AV storytellers are transforming spaces into living, breathing experiences. While we're celebrating innovation, let's spotlight the under-40 superstars who are already reshaping commercial AV from the ground up. Meanwhile, churches are quietly becoming the R&D labs of the AV world, proving that constraints breed t...

All-in-one displays are revolutionizing the way we work, but are we fully tapping into their potential? Could simple videoconferencing mistakes be costing you more than you think?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright as he dives into these exciting topics of the Commercial AV industry with industry experts. In this episode, they’ll discuss the rise of a...

"The future of AV cannot be built by any single vendor" – fighting words or industry truth? And turning the world's largest waterfall into a projection screen? Someone just redefined "thinking big." The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright is back with another must-watch AVWeek episode! He's joined by industry insiders to unpack the software-defined revolution transforming...

From festival fires to firmware fails, when the pressure's on, does manufacturer support rise to the occasion or leave you hanging? And as AV systems get smarter, firmware isn't just an update anymore, it's the DNA of innovation.  This week, Tim Albright joins AV leaders to break down the latest commercial AV updates, from the need for solid manufacturer support and design services to ensurin...

From the rise of enterprise-grade networking to the complexities of command center interoperability, the AV world is evolving at lightning speed. And with new cybersecurity threats looming, how can companies protect themselves? In this episode of AVWeek, Patrick Norton steps in as guest host, joined by top industry guests to explore the importance of robust networks in commercial AV, the growing r...

Forget hardware first, AI is now your AV technician! Jetbuilt's Jetbot proves software is officially running the show, not just supporting it. And Forrester's UCaaS rankings just sparked major debates about who really deserves the top spots. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and a panel of AV pros as they break down what the software-first revolution means...

Distributors are now P&L game-changers, they're transforming integrator profit margins! And training revolution is here – online certifications vs. hands-on mastery showdown!  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Get ready for another power-packed episode as Tim Albright and our industry guest tackle the hottest topics shaping commercial AV’s future. From redefining distri...

Private equity isn’t dabbling, they’re going all in. 26North’s acquisition of AVI-SPL isn’t just a deal, it’s a signal that AV integration is entering a new era. InfoComm 2025 lit up the scene with display tech so advanced, it’s blurring the line between “need” and “want” for big, bold visuals in commercial spaces. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright is joined by...

If you’re still thinking “tech first,” you’re already behind. The real winners in 2030 will be those creating seamless, unforgettable experiences and that message rang loud at the InfoComm discussion on AV in 2030. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright dives into the conversation shaping the next era of ProAV. From the redefined future of work and the rise of AI in the workplace, to the growing influe...

InfoComm 2025 is one of the biggest trade shows for the AV industry. It's so big, we couldn't fit everything into just one episode! In part 2 of our conversations at the show in the Midwich recording studio, we talk to Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts (and host of A State of Control), Joe Way from UCLA and Neil Fluester about all thing InfoComm. The vibe of the show, what they saw that amaze...

InfoComm 2025 returns to Orlando, showcasing the latest innovations in technology of the AV industry. We sit in the middle of one of the largest trade shows for our community in Midwich US's studio to discuss everything that's happened at the show. We talk about the trade show experience, the coolest things we found on the floor, the future of the industry and much more.  The video version of...

Room kits have gone from "nice-to-have" to "why-aren’t-you-using-this?" in record time, reshaping how AV and IT teams approach meeting spaces. Meanwhile, ignoring TAA compliance? That’s a fast-track to being ghosted from federal and EDU bids, no matter how killer your system is. The video version of this podcast can be found here. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright and his expert guest panel unpack...

The AV industry is bracing for impact as tariff chaos threatens to detonate project budgets before InfoComm 2025 even begins. The mic market is in beast mode, thanks to the content creator gold rush that’s turning every basement into a broadcast studio.  The video version of this podcast can be found here. This week on AVWeek, Tim Albright leads a must-hear conversation with industry pros div...

"Full stack" AV is the hottest buzzword in town, but are vendors building the future or just stacking up marketing fluff? NΞXXT promises to be your AI transformation superhero, but will they save the day or just add to the villain roster?  The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright and his panel of industry experts bring the heat this week on AVWeek! They break down whe...

Say goodbye to matrix switchers, AV-over-IP is eating their lunch and taking their jobs! Those "trunk slammers" promising bargain installs? They're like discount sushi, cheap going in, catastrophic coming out. The video version of this podcast can be found here.   Tim Albright returns with another essential episode of AVWeek to dissect the latest updates reshaping the commercial AV landscape,...

Cheap Digital Signage: Can Korbyt help Amazon Signage Stick take over Pro AV? Projectors and Video Walls: even if price isn't a restriction, the way it is for education, our panel has some reasons why a projector might be the right choice for your big room. A touchscreen with buttons? LG is showing off a flat display that can "protrude touch buttons" on demand at SID Display Week. Will this revolu...