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From the Network for the Audiovisual industry comes the weekly news round up. Each week we gather the most important and impactful news to the AV industry, gather a group of AV professionals, and discuss what the impact of the news will be on the industry.

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Monday · 31 min
Teams Is Ending Android Support (Don't Panic!) | AVWeek 786
Microsoft Teams Rooms users face an important Android 10 and 11 lifecycle warning. Sony’s new SRG-AS10 and SRG-XS10 PTZ cameras let AV pros choose between AI-powered auto-framing and a more traditional 4K PTZ camera. Plus, what can commercial AV learn from CEDIA Expo 2026? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Patrick Norton and the AVWeek panel discuss device lifecycle and security, whether customers really need AI in every AV product, and what Pro AV can take away from the residential technology market. Host: Patrick Norton Guests: Bill O'Donnell – Rutgers Mark Pescatore – SCN Renee Benson – Sony This Week In AV/ Roundtable Topics: CE Pro – CEDIA Expo 2026 Winners AV Magazine – Teams Ending Support for Android 10 & 11 AVNation – Sony Launches "AI-as-an-option" PTZ Cameras See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
September 7 · 32 min
The Looming AV Consolidation | AVWeek 785
AV is consolidating fast, and the real debate is no longer whether it will continue, it’s whether customers will actually benefit from it. Meanwhile, Sony and VITEC put partnerships front and center: “The next competitive advantage may come from how well your technology works with someone else’s.” The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return for another must-watch AVWeek episode exploring the latest moves shaping commercial AV. This week, they unpack the impact of consolidation on the industry and discuss why partnerships, compatibility, and broader technology relationships are becoming harder for manufacturers and customers to ignore. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA George Chacko – Pace University Jason Haynie – Q2 This Week In AV: Inavate – NDI Hits 1.2 Million Hardware rAVe Pubs – Jabra Launches Jabra Reach AV Buyers Club – Epson Launches All-in-One dvLED AV Magazine – Apple's New Mini Mac Includes USB-C Commercial Integrator – Sony's 2026 AV Tech Expo Dates Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – AV Consolidation and Mergers rAVe Pubs – Sony & VITEC Partner See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 31 · 28 min
TAA Compliance Isn't What You Think It Is | AVWeek 784
TAA compliance isn’t about national security. So why does that misconception still persist across AV? At the same time, global customers want “speed, predictability, and transparency” wherever they operate. Are AV organizations ready to deliver? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests unpack the latest commercial AV developments, taking a closer look at TAA and BAA and discussing practical best practices for organizations that need to support customers around the world. Host: Tim Albright Guests: David Maldow – Let's Do Video Pat Venditte – Pearl Technology This Week In AV: AV Magazine – FORTÉ acquires APAC’s largest AV integrator Vega Global Inavate – D-Tools & Portal.io Announce Merger rAVe Pubs – Logitech Launches 10 New Partner Integrations for Logitech Spot AVIXA – AVIXA Xchange Is Evolving Sound & Video Contractor – AIMS Alliance Welcomes Bolin Technology and ITDev Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Trade Agreement Act Compliance AV Network – FORTÉ and GPA Announce Split See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 24 · 35 min
Is There A Sphere Limit? | AVWeek
If one Sphere can make AV impossible to ignore, what could ten do? SAVe is pushing sustainability from industry promise to practical action, while AI raises a tougher question: when does an AI-generated response become a business record? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Tim Albright and his AV industry guests break it all down on AVWeek, from the promotional power of multiple Spheres and the real value of green initiatives for end users to the growing compliance challenge of AI across UC. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Brandy Johnson - PTZOptics Brock McGinnis - Nationwide AV Chris Neto - Midwich This Week in AV: Yahoo! Finance - Unified Communications and Collaboration Market to Surge to $715 Billion by 2035 AV Buyers' Club - Vue Cinemas Adds Auri Assistive Listening Technology Across 200 Screens AV Network - PTZOptics Launches Rise 4K PTZ Cameras AV Network - Q-SYS Welcomes Sharp to the Plug-In Ecosystem Commercial Integrator - CI’s 40 Influencers Under 40: Class of 2026 Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine - Sphere Entertainment sets sights on at least 10 Spheres AVNation -Shure Secures Sustainability in AV (SAve) Certification UCToday - AI Governance Reshaping Enterprise Communications Compliance See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 17 · 36 min
Courting Controversy Within AV | AVWeek 782
One vendor controversy can change how an entire industry looks at a company. But should it change how you buy from them? And as ADI begins its next chapter as a public company, the ownership question gets even more interesting: private equity, public or private, which model wins? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode exploring the latest news and developments across commercial AV, including vendor controversies and buyer risk, before taking on the ownership debate shaping the industry. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedIn Mark Coxon – AVI-SPL Chris Bishop – LynTec This Week In AV: AV Magazine – FORTÉ and GPA to end their partnership at end of year AV Magazine – Elgato parent Corsair takes a minority stake in Bitfocus rAVe Pubs – Uniguest Acquires Visix to Expand Workplace and Campus Engagement AtlasIED – AtlasIED Installed in 80% of J.D. Power’s Top 30 Airports of 2025 AVNation – IP Showcase on the Water Announces Full Presentation Schedule for IBC2026 Roundtable Topics: AVNation – Daktronics NBA Investigation rAVe Pubs – ADI Global Distribution Begins Trading on the New York Stock Exchange See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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August 10 · 30 min
S E771: 4K Experiences | AVWeek 781
Is it finally time to stop treating 4K like an upgrade and start calling it the standard? And as immersive AV pushes entertainment beyond the screen, one thing is becoming clear: “experience” is no longer just the finishing touch, it’s becoming the main event. Host Tim Albright and industry experts return for another AVWeek episode, breaking down the latest trends and conversations impacting commercial AV including the industry’s move toward 4K adoption and how creating meaningful user experiences is becoming just as important as the technology behind them. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
August 3 · 31 min
The Hidden Value of Certification | AVWeek 780
Does a CTS still open doors, or has experience become the only credential that really matters? Meanwhile, the display industry is bracing for another price surge, and if chipflation keeps climbing, someone in commercial AV is going to foot the bill. The only question is: who? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests are back with another must-watch AVWeek episode discussing the latest news, and updates shaping the commercial AV industry. From whether CTS certification still moves careers forward to who absorbs the cost of rising display prices, they unpack what's changing across the commercial AV industry. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Jenn Steinhardt – AVI-SPL Willie Franklin – Willie on LinkedIn Bill O'Donnell – Rutgers University This Week In AV: AV Magazine – Blackmagic co-founder sues directors over ‘A $98M stake’ AV Buyers' Club – Fusion Signage Integrates With Canva AV Magazine – Epson dominates sales ranking of B2B projectors in US AVNation – Extron Introduces a New Bluetooth to Dante Interface SCN – SCN Top AV Consultants 2026 Roundtable Topics: rAVe Pubs – Renewing Your CTS Certifications AV Magazine – Chip Costs Continues to Rise See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 27 · 31 min
Educating The AV Industry The Right Way | AVWeek 779
Standards only matter if people know how to use them. So is IPMX finally reaching its turning point? At the same time, projection mapping is breaking free from big-budget productions. Great for the industry... or the beginning of a crowded market? The video version of this podcast can be found here. In this episode of AVWeek, Tim Albright and his AV industry guests explore why IPMX education could shape the next generation of AV professionals and what the rapid growth of projection mapping means for integrators, creators, and end users. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA Phillip Cordell – Visionary Adrian Boyd – World Wide Technology This Week In AV: FOX 13 – Microsoft outage hits Teams, Outlook and more Inavate – AVIXA to work with Futuresource to offer market insights for pro-AV verticals rAVe Pubs – Siemens Acquires Precision Innovations AV Magazine – Panasonic and Hive deliver huge museum upgrade in Qatar AV Magazine – Poland unveils ‘Europe’s largest three-sided 3D LED screen’ Roundtable Topics: AV Network – IPMX Training Is Open AV Magazine – Panasonic projection trucks to democratize mapping in US See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 20 · 23 min
Keeping AV Safe & Secure (Literally) | AVWeek 778
"Cheap gear is only cheap until it fails." Safety failures remind us what really matters, PoE is putting the amplifier under pressure, and consumer AV keeps promising professional results. But is the industry solving problems... or creating new ones? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Patrick Norton leads another engaging AVWeek conversation with industry experts as they tackle three debates shaping the future of commercial AV. From safety on live events to the future of audio infrastructure and the ongoing consumer-versus-pro equipment discussion, this episode asks the tough questions and challenges conventional thinking. Host: Patrick Norton Guests: George Tucker – Corporate AV BC Hatchett – Vanderbilt University Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Stage Collapse in Italy, No Injuries AVNation – AV Technology vs. Consumer Electronics Inavate – Audio-Technica's Dante-Enabled Ceiling Speaker See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 13 · 29 min
Is MDEP Worth It? | AVWeek 777
How long can "good enough" keep holding AV back? While higher ed and corporate spaces rethink technology standards, Microsoft is making an even bigger play with MDEP moving into displays. Is this the future of enterprise AV or another ecosystem battle? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return with another must-watch AVWeek episode tackling why "good enough" is no longer enough and what Microsoft's expanding MDEP strategy could mean for displays, IT management, and the future of enterprise AV. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AV Cara Shannon – Crestron Kelly Teel – Kelly on LinkedIn This Week In AV: Sound & Video Contractor – SMPTE Makes Its Standards Freely Accessible Shure – Shure Introduces Express Install for Microsoft Teams Rooms Inavate – Kinly launches UK demo centre with HP Dimension and Google Beam AV Magazine – SiliconCore unveils ‘world-first native touch LED display’ Installation International – Midwich announces dates for Tech Xpo 2026 Roundtable Topics: AV Network – Course Correction for AV Solutions AV Magazine – MDEP's Role In AV Industry See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
July 6 · 32 min
For Trade Shows, It's Quality Over Quantity | AVWeek 776
Is Cisco redefining the rules of collaboration, or simply responding to where the market is already headed? Meanwhile, InfoComm is raising an important conversation: success isn't always measured by attendance, but by who walks through the doors and why they came. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return with another must-watch AVWeek, tackling the biggest conversations in commercial AV. From Cisco's evolving strategy to whether InfoComm should prioritize growth, quality, or both, this episode delivers the insights that matter. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Britt Yenser – Northampton Community College Jeremy Caldera – Pearl Technologies This Week In AV: rAVe Pubs – Xyte's Midyear 2026 AV Cloud Data Report Innavate – Sony Pictures invests $100m in immersive entertainment company Cosm AV Magazine – World Cup fans wowed by American stadium LED displays AVNation – Absen Unveils Upgraded Global Booking Platform Commercial Integrator – NETGEAR’s John Henkel: AV Living Legend Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Cisco launches native Zoom Rooms device experienceArticle1 AVNation – InfoComm 2026 Recap See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 29 · 25 min
Making Connections & Experiences At InfoComm 2026 | AVWeek 775
InfoComm 2026 was one of the biggest trade shows for the AV industry this year, showing off the amazing technology of our space. And we had so many interesting conversations and guests to talk to that we couldn't fit it into just one episode! The video version of this podcast can be found here. Today we are joined by Steve Greenblatt from Control Concepts, Erica Carroll of Charbett Strategies, Steph Beckett from rAVe Pubs and Jessica Sanders about their experiences on the show floor. We discuss what technology surprised them, the interactions within our community, and much more. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Steve Greenblatt – Control Concepts Erica Carroll – CharBett Strategies Steph Beckett – rAVe Pubs Jessica Sanders – Jessica on LinkedIn See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 22 · 25 min
The InfoComm 2026 Experience | AVWeek 774
InfoComm is one of the biggest shows for the AV industry. It's not just a place to see the latest innovations in display, collaboration and so much more. It's a chance to see our colleagues in the AV community and join in a celebration of our industry. But mostly, to see some really cool gadgets. We sit in Midwich's wonderful booth space to talk to those attending the show in many different sectors of AV. The video version of this podcast can be found here. First we talk to Chris Neto from Midwich alongside Justin Watts of AMD to discuss their show experience and the value of seeing this technology up close. Afterwards, we have a mini-HETMA corner with Erin Maher-Moran from Johns Hopkins University and Joe Way of UCLA to discuss what their side of InfoComm was like. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Chris Neto – Midwich Justin Watts – AMD Erin Maher-Moran – HETMA Joe Way – UCLA See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 15 · 28 min
A Sphere Near You? | AVWeek 773
"Is this the end of projection?" It may sound dramatic, but Epson's move into dvLED is forcing the industry to ask tough questions. And as Sphere-inspired experiences find new homes and new audiences, another debate emerges: does innovation truly begin when technology moves beyond its original purpose? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests dive into these critical industry conversations in another must-watch AVWeek episode focused on display evolution, immersive experiences, and where the AV market goes next. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Heather Sidorowicz – Southtown AV Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA Lex Evans – Epiphan This Week In AV: AV Network – Legrand Acquires Girtz Industries Sound & Video Contractor – Sony Electronics Lineup with Crystal LED UNIFY AV Magazine – Q-SYS adds Teams devices and Microsoft Places integration UC Today – Apple's iOS 27 Update Overhauls Siri Roundtable Topics: AV Buyer's Club – Epson’s First dvLED Displays AV Magazine – Chinese Sphere To Open in Two Cities See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 8 · 36 min
How Do We Solve Interoperability? | AVWeek 772
The AV industry has spent years talking about interoperability. Now it's facing a bigger question: do customers really want open ecosystems, or have they already chosen convenience over choice? While Microsoft continues to dominate the meeting room conversation, OpenAV Cloud believes the future belongs to open APIs. That's a debate worth having. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join host Tim Albright and his expert guests as they unpack a new Blue Touch Paper study, the growing importance of Teams Room strategy, and the push for industry-wide API frameworks. From platform consolidation to the next evolution of integration, this AVWeek episode tackles the topics everyone will be talking about. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedIn Rob Rasberry – Drexel University Mark Coxon – AVI-SPL This Week In AV: Zoom – Zoom launches ZoomMate AV Network – Shure Enhances Microflex Advance rAVe Pubs – Epson Enters dvLED Market With LE-C1 Display Series Yahoo! Finance – Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited Shutting Down Inavate – Kickstarter campaign launched for scent display Roundtable Topics: Inavate – OpenAV Cloud: why open APIs could solve AV’s interoperability problem AVNation – Microsoft Teams Room Strategy: Why IT Buyers Need to Decide Now See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
June 1 · 35 min
Too Many Platforms! | AVWeek 771
We love flexibility in tech. Until it means too many UC platforms, hidden costs, and teams drowning in complexity. Meanwhile, digital signage is starting to look a lot more like enterprise IT, where security and control drive the conversation. Join host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests for another must-watch AVWeek episode diving into commercial AV updates, UC platform standardization, and the future direction of digital signage. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Erica Carroll – CharBett Strategies Brock McGinnis – Nationwide AV Danny Hayasaka – Mago This Week In AV: AV Magazine – Chinese Sphere rivals set to open in two cities UC Today – Google Beam Adds 3D Group Meeting Support for Zoom and Google Meet rAVe Pubs – Epson Introduces New PowerLite and BrightLink Projectors Inavate – PlexusAV to debut uncompressed IPMX transceiver at InfoComm 2026 AV Magazine – AVEX acquires Dutch systems integrator Yielder Audiovisual Roundtable Topics: Telecom Reseller – The Hidden Cost of Managing Multiple UC Platforms AV Magazine – "Digital Signage Is Dead" See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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May 25 · 35 min
S E770: Zero Trust AV Networks | AVWeek 770
We talk a lot about “Zero Trust” in AV. But is the industry actually building systems worthy of that trust… or just throwing cybersecurity buzzwords around? And with Android devices heading toward end of life, what happens when meeting room technology is expected to outlive the software underneath it? Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests bring you another must-watch AVWeek episode exploring Zero Trust in AV, cybersecurity accountability, Android end-of-life, MDEP, and what it all means for the future of meeting room technology. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 18 · 35 min
Wireless Frequencies Are In Trouble | AVWeek 769
The AV industry loves a big partnership announcement. But as more companies bundle solutions into larger ecosystems, are we creating smarter experiences… or limiting flexibility and innovation? And bring the popcorn, the fight over wireless spectrum is becoming impossible to ignore, while harsh real-world environments continue exposing the weaknesses of traditional AV design. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return with another must-watch AVWeek episode covering the partnerships reshaping commercial AV, the growing urgency around spectrum protection, and why smarter AV design matters more than ever in demanding environments. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Rebecca Sullins – AmpThink Ryan Gray – Yavapai College Mark Corbin – Vanco This Week In AV: AV Magazine – Leyard Europe Showcases Tool-less LED Video Walls AV Magazine – Interactive Hologram Deployed at LaGuardia Airport ProSound Web – AVIXA Opens Applications for Michael Verguawen Scholarship Higher Ed Media – HETMA Joins Media & Learning Association Installation International – Registration Opens for IBC2026 Roundtable Topics: Inavate – Wireless Audio Spectrum at risk in Europe AV Magazine – ClickShare & Logitech Bundle Certified for Teams Rooms See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 11 · 38 min
Managing E-Waste In AV Products | AVWeek 768
We love evolving technology. But the biggest problem is where that old tech goes when the new things come in. Or, in the case of a €400,000 experience shuttering, what happens to those solutions when projects don't pan out. What can we do to help the E-Waste issue rather than hinder it? And in keeping with AV enriching lives, looking at the power of audio systems like Auracast to assist hearing-impaired users. The video version of this podcast can be found here. Join us every week as we tackle the biggest news and stories for the AV industry. We discuss important topics with a panel of experts across the field. Joining us this week is Kelly Perkins from Sound Control Technologies and Chuck Espinoza of Aurora Multimedia. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Kelly Perkins – Sound Control Technologies Chuck Espinoza – Aurora Multimedia This Week In AV: ABC – Canvas Higher Education Software Hit in Cyberattack Commercial Integrator – Crestron Stopping Tariff Surcharge, but Raising Prices AV Magazine – NETGEAR Sees Major Revenue Profit in Enterprise AV Zoom – Zoom Integrates with Claude Inavate – Lightware Opens Office in London Roundtable Topics: Inavate – Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds Experience To Close rAVe Pubs – Challenging E-Waste & Sustainability in AV AV Magazine – Auracast Technology To Be Utilized in London Transport See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 4 · 32 min
Putting The 'Fun' in Funeral AV | AVWeek 767
“Too much immersion” sounds like a contradiction, yet experiences like holographic storytelling are already testing that limit… and when campus AV becomes mission-critical, are IT teams truly set up to manage the scale? The video version of this podcast can be found here. Host Tim Albright and his industry expert guests return with another must-watch AVWeek episode, breaking down the fine line between innovation and overload in immersive tech, and what real best practices look like when managing AV across today’s increasingly complex campus environments. Host: Tim Albright Guests: Michelle Loret – AVEX Jennifer Weaver – AVIXA Blaine Brown – CTI This Week In AV: Inavate – LED Studio goes into Administration AV Network – Biamp Celebrates 50 Years Zoom – Zoom Integrates with Claude AV Buyers Club – Barco & Huddly AV Magazine – World Recording Setting Projection Mapping Roundtable Topics: AV Magazine – Funeral Uses Hologram AV for Deceased AVNation – Reducing IT Burden in Higher Ed AV See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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