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January 16, 2026
 
 
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Tech Showcase: High-End Audio
Tech Showcase: High-End Audio
Stylish, power-packed, and quite expensive — high-end audio products offer clients impeccable sound and give dealers the opportunity for stunning installations. Here are some of the latest entries in this product category.
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A Pushback on SaaS
 
A Pushback on SaaS
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By Anthony Savona The New York Times recently ran an article by Brian X. Chen called “Why One Man Is Fighting for Our Right to Control Our Garage Door Openers,” which featured the story of Paul Wieland, an IT professional from Upstate New York who got so frustrated with his internet-connected garage door opener that he took matters into his own hands.
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Shoppers Are Using AI. Are You Ready?
A survey of 2,082 U.S. shoppers shows 70% already use AI to search, compare, and buy. As agentic commerce takes hold, your product content quality will determine whether you show up at all. See what's changing. Read the report.
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CEDIA Announces New Board Members and Officers
Integrator Amanda Wildman, longtime CEDIA volunteer, becomes association's first woman to serve as Chairperson.
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AVPro Global Names Matt Murray CEO as Founder Jeff Murray Becomes Chairman
Planned generational leadership transition positions AVPro for sustained growth and long-term success.
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Daisy Experiences Rapid Expansion Across the U.S. in Its First Full Year of Business
In 2025, the company signed 18 franchise agreements, bringing its total franchise network to 25.
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Technology Update
 
First-Time Exhibitors Theory and PRO Offer Two Audio Demo Rooms at ISE 2026
Will show its high-performance audio products for both residential and commercial installations.
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URC’s Automation Engine Launches Circadian Lighting Module
URC’s Circadian Lighting module is designed to align indoor lighting with the body’s circadian rhythm.
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NAD Introduces C 3030 and C 3030S Integrated Amps
Both models offer 50 watts per channel of clean NAD amplification.
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Industry Events
 
Residential Systems 2026 ISE Best of Show Awards Entry Deadline is Today!
Residential Systems 2026 ISE Best of Show Awards Entry Deadline is Today!
Now accepting entries, Residential Systems’ Best of Show at ISE 2026 awards program is being held in conjunction with six of our industry-leading Pro Audio and AV titles, including Installation, AV Technology, Mix, Systems Contractor News, Sound & Video Contractor, and Tech & Learning. Entry Deadline: January 16, 2026
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