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Do We Really Need Touchscreens on Amps? | ResiWeek 484 May 21, 2025

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Lyngdorf's new amplifier has a touchscreen interface. Is an all-digital screen a selling point or a detriment? Panasonic is cutting its global workforce by 10,000 people. What this means for our industry. LG integrates with Kardome to introduce spatial hearing AI into their devices. How spatial audio's applications in the commercial space is making its way into the home.

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Every week we bring you the latest news and information for the residential space. We break down these stories with a panel of experts to find out what integrators need to know surrounding AV. This week have Avi Rosenthal of BlueConnect Partners all to ourselves as we dive into some interesting topics and their effects on the industry.

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:

Avi Rosenthal – BlueConnect Partners

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Lyngdorf TDAI-2210 Amplifier
CE Pro – Panasonic to cut 10,000 jobs
Residential Systems – LG Partners with Kardome for spatial audio AI

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AI Can't Replace Everybody | ResiWeek 483 May 14, 2025

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Harman acquires some serious audio companies like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon and more. What this means for the CI channel moving forward. Artificial Intelligence is becoming less sci-fi and more spam filter. How can you use it properly to help your business rather than alienate customers? And of course... Tariffs. Talking about the issue of semiconductors and trying to roll with the ever-changing world.

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Every week we bring you the biggest news and stories for the residential AV space. We take these stories and discuss them with a panel of experts to figure out what you need to know about the industry. Joining us this week is Joe Whitaker from Origin Acoustics and Ian Bryant from IES Communications.

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:

Ian Bryant – IES Communications
Joe Whitaker – Origin Acoustics

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz sold to Harman
Residential Systems – Trying Not To Overuse AI
CE Pro – Tariff Issues & Semiconductors

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Google Is Sunsetting Gen 1 & 2 Nests | ResiWeek 482 May 07, 2025

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Google is ending support for Gen 1 & 2 Nest thermostats. How to help clients when a product gets sunset. OneVision launches a conversation support tool for their ProVision software. How remote support for your customers can in turn support your business. Of course, can't go an episode without talking about tariffs. Jetbuilt adds Tariff price alerts to their project management tools. How integrators can work with the industry to maintain business in spite of outside forces.

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Every week, we look at the latest news and stories for the residential AV space. We pick out what integrators need to know and discuss these topics with a panels of experts in the channel. This week we are joined by Mark Feinberg from Home Theater Advisors and Todd Anthony Puma of The Source Home Theater.

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:

Mark Feinberg – Home Theater Advisors
Todd Anthony Puma – The Source Home Theater

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Google Sunsetting Gen 1 + 2 Nests
Residential Systems – OneVisions Support Tool for ProVision
CE Pro – Jetbuilt Adds Tariff Alert for Project Management Tools

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The Remodeling Market Amidst Tariffs | ResiWeek 481 Apr 30, 2025

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Looking at the value of smart homes in the housing market. Does smart home technology make a difference to homebuyers? We can't go a single week without some kind of tariff mention, and this time it's about the remodeling space. The National Association for the Remodeling Industry reported numbers for potential opportunities in the space. But considering their name and research, is it wishful thinking? How the remodeling market applies to the custom installation space.

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Every week we find the biggest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We discuss these topics with a panel of experts so that integrators know what's going on in their field. Joining us this week is Rich Fregosa of Fregosa Design and Jeremy Glowacki of Projector Central.

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:

Jeremy Glowacki – Projector Central
Rich Fregosa – Fregosa Design

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Valuing Smart Homes
Residential Tech Today – Home Remodeling Market Research

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Finding Comfort In Chaos | ResiWeek 480 Apr 23, 2025

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Yes, we have to talk about tariffs again. Be ready to have this marked in the same manner as 'new normal' or 'unprecedented times' back in 2020. Tariff back-and-forths are causing a lot of chaos in all sectors including the CI channel. What can integrators do to maintain some order amidst the chaos? Apropos of that, CEDIA went to the US Capitol for their second Smart Home on Capitol Hill event. How organizations like CEDIA are providing for the industry. BIG AV (that's a company, not a boogeyman like Big Pharma) talks about aspirations for the industry, including the future of the workforce. What can we do to foster the next generation of AV integrators?

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Every week we find the biggest stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We discuss what integrators need to know with a panel of experts in our space. Joining us this week is Katye McGregor-Bennett from KMB Communications and Bob Archer of CE Pro.

Host: Tim Albright

Guests:

Bob Archer – CE Pro
Katye McGregor-Bennett – KMB Communications

Links to sources:

Residential Systems – Crestron's Statement on Tariffs
Residential Tech Today – CEDIA's Second Annual Day At Capitol Hill
CE Pro – BIG AV's Aspirations for AV industry

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Robots Roll Out (In The Home) | ResiWeek 479 Apr 16, 2025

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Rolling Robots! Not just an interjection. Samsung's companion robot has Google's Gemini AI built in. Is mobility the thing that voice assistants needed in the house? Speaking of house tech, the 'dumb house' is taking off in places like LA. The main argument is levied against complicated technology that struggles to work. Basically, everything a good integrator should be able to fix. Apropos of that conversation, we discuss an anecdote about a smart toilet and how complex doesn't equate to being good.

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:Henry Clifford – Livewire
Links to sources:CE Pro – Samsung's robots powered by Gemini
Hollywood Reporter – Homes Going Tech-Free
Residential Systems – Overcomplicating Tech

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Has Streaming Become Basically Cable? | ResiWeek 478 Apr 09, 2025

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Spring cleaning is not just for your basement, it could be helpful for your inventory as well. CEDIA has updates on their educational programs in store for Expo, and the opportunities for integrators. Streaming used to be an alternative to cable- But now that everything's split on multiple services, are they any different anymore? Looking at the factors that your customers will deal with in projects.

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Every week we gather the most important headlines for the residential AV space. We discuss these stories with a panel of experts and talk about what integrators need to know. Patrick Norton takes the host chair and is joined by Jason Knott of D-Tools and Mitchell Klein from CEDIA.

Host: Patrick Norton

Guests:

Jason Knott – D-Tools
Mitchell Klein – CEDIA

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Spring Cleaning For Your Business
Residential Tech Today – CEDIA Expo 2025's Education
CE Pro – Cable vs. Streaming

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8K Has A Foothold in Residential | ResiWeek 477 Apr 02, 2025

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Samsung's' lineup for the year includes 8K. Are we really ready for the next step in display fidelity? Talking shade solutions and the evolution of modern shade technology for the residential space. And finding the potential within the mid-market project.

The video version of this podcast can be found here.

Every week we bring the latest news and stories for the residential AV industry. We discuss how these topics impact integrators in the space with a panel of experts. Joining us this week is Scott Stephenson from Hunter Douglas and Brad Hintze from Crestron.

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:

Brad Hintze – Crestron
Scott Stephenson – Hunter Douglas

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Samsung's 2025 TV lineup
CE Pro – Hunter Douglas & Shade Evolution
Residential Systems – Utilizing The Mid-Market

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Yes, We're Talking Sonos Again | ResiWeek 476 Mar 26, 2025

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Yes, we're talking about Sonos once more. They are committed to improving their app after much derision. Stadia notwithstanding, discussing how cloud gaming can be a potential selling point for integrators. CEDIA unveils improved education programs in store for CEDIA Expo 2025. And a brief discussion about frequencies and the potential issues coming through the FCC that could affect our industry.

Every week we find the most important news for the residential AV space- What integrators need to know- and discuss it with a panel of experts. Joining us this week is Mark Feinberg from Home Theater Advisors and Avi Rosenthal of BlueConnect Partners

Host: Matt Scott

Guests:

Avi Rosenthal – BlueConnect Partners
Mark Feinberg – Home Theater Advisors

Links to sources:

CE Pro – Sonos Commits to App Improvements
CE Pro – Using Game Streaming for Potential Interest
Residential Tech Today – CEDIA's Revamped Education for CEDIA Expo 2025

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AV Has A Place At KBIS | ResiWeek 475 Mar 19, 2025

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Last week was the annual KBIS & IBS show, being the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and the International Builders' Show. These shows are directly tied to the AV industry, but are they still worth integrators paying attention? Adapting to change and the shifting nature of the residential space. And looking at Josh.ai's Winter Launch event and what those announcements mean for voice control and more.

Every week we find the biggest news and stories for the residential AV space. We discuss these topics with a group of experts in the field and talk about what integrators need to know about their space. Joining us this week is Paul Williams from Nice, Alex Capecelatro of Josh.ai, and Arlen Schweiger from CE Pro.

Host: Matt Scott

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