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Integrators Look for New Ways to Capture Specialized Talent: The Week in Playback

Peel back the noise of the news week with a relaxing spin through some of custom integration's biggest developments.

This Week’s Launches from Audiophile Power to Smart Network Protection: Wired In

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Dan Ferrisi (left) and Shawn Hansson at CEDIA Expo/CIX last September.

Behind Logic Integration’s Scale-Up: Finding Synergy Behind Residential and Commercial Work

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Dan Augsburger on the Inside Buzz talking about IoT-enabled cloud devices and networked infrastructure in AV

Inside Buzz Ep. 13: Dan Augsburger of Lea Professional on the Rise of Cloud-based AV

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Man uses his smartphone to access a secure area, highlighting modern security technology and mobile access solutions affects by the Aliro 1.0 standard from the Connectivity Standards Alliance CSA

Aliro 1.0 is Out: Here’s Everything Integrators Need to Know

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From Left to Right: Kimberly Lancaster, Alex Girard and Alexandra (Alex) Crabb posing for planned leadership succession as Lancaster leaves the company and transfers ownership to the duo

Kimberly Lancaster to Exit Caster Communications, Handing Ownership to Longtime Leadership Team

The move is part of a planned transition that will see full ownership of the company transfer over to Alexandra Crabb and Peter Girard as Lancaster looks toward personal projects.

News March 11

CE Pro Podcast #169: What the Team is Cooking Up for CEDIA Expo/CIX 2026

In a recent episode of the CE Pro Podcast, Emerald’s Jason McGraw joined CE Pro Executive Editor Zachary Comeau and Commercial Integrator’s Dan Ferrisi to preview CEDIA Expo/CIX 2026, returning…

Podcasts March 11

Sonos Expands Whole-Home Audio Portfolio with Play, Era 100 SL Speakers

Sonos introduces Play and Era 100 SL speakers to expand its multiroom audio ecosystem with portable and mic-free options.

News March 11

Luxury in a Southern Utah Home Where Technology Quietly Elevates Everyday Living

URC Total Control ties together indoor, outdoor, and pool house systems across this Southern Utah property.

January 14

Apple Smart Home Hub Reportedly Delayed Again as Next-Gen Siri Development Continues

Apple has reportedly delayed its smart home hub to September 2026 as it continues development of its next-generation Siri.

News March 10

PowerHouse Alliance Adds Loewe, Cleerline and Optoma as Latest Vendor Partners

The partnerships give integrators access to newcomer Loewe’s luxury home entertainment solutions following its North American debut earlier this year.

News March 10

How Dealers Stay Visible in the AI Search Era: Build a System, Not a Website

Today’s buyers validate businesses across websites, reviews, social platforms, directories, and AI tools. Here’s why dealers who build a complete visibility system are winning in the search landscape.

Sol-Lux Appoints Synapse as MINK Sales Rep

As part of the partnership, the Synapse team will support integrators with specification assistance, jobsite collaboration, training and ongoing technical resources.

News March 10

Opening reception at the inaugural D-Tools User Conference

D-Tools User Conference Pulls in Nearly 150 Business Leaders in Inaugural Show

Discussions from the show focused on improving businesses operations, sharing best practices and better understanding the tools integrators work with daily.

News March 10

Bundl technology kit aimed at delivering pro-level control and automation without the need for an integrator

Bundl Announces DIY Tech Kits Aimed at Competing with Professional Integrators

The company says it aims to take the world of professional-grade control/automation and audio/video technology and sell it in a package installable by the average consumer.

News March 9