The $499 Xbox One X gaming console will sport new HDMI 2.1 features like Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) in an upcoming firmware update.
Andrew Nichols
Andrew is a journalist and educator living in the Providence area. He was previously the Editor-in-Chief of a gaming and tech website, and the Managing Editor of his university newspaper, The Torch. He has spent the last 4 years writing and editing articles focused on the residential AV industry.
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Control4 Reports Q2 Revenues Up 13%
Control4’s Q2 revenues reach $69.2 million and are tracking to hit between $273M to $276M for the year.
Get Ready for Google Assistant Smart Displays, Starting with Lenovo
Lenovo Smart Display ($199) is first Google Assistant with a screen — ideal for consumers married to the Google ecosystem, including Maps, Calendar, Nest, Android phones, Duo video calling, Android Things and more.
Microsoft Adds Dolby Vision to Xbox One
The Xbox One S and Xbox One X are both receiving updates to support Dolby Vision shortly, joining a small list of entertainment systems offering Dolby’s latest technology.
Victims of Smart-Home Abuse Now have Resources to Thwart Their Domestic Attackers
As smart-home technology becomes an increasingly popular weapon in domestic abuse, University College London publishes a resource list to help victims.
What Every Integrator Should Know About Lighting and Victoria’s Secret
According to Matt Scott, president of OMEGA Audio Video, a good lighting setup may cause spontaneous hugs and high-fives from clients.
7 Top CE Pro Product Stories of 2018
These products grabbed significant attention on CEPro.com, so here’s a recap of why these products were so well-received in the first half of 2018.
Cameras that ‘See’ Obnoxiously Loud Noises + Other Geeky Stuff from CEDIA Tech Council
CEDIA Tech Council podcast ponders the location-based VR, Apple’s new software updates, acoustical cameras that ‘see’ the noise and other emerging technologies.
Amazon Alexa’s ‘Jurassic World Revealed’ Brings Voice Control to Gaming
‘Jurassic World Revealed’ game with Amazon Alexa voice interface is another reason for integrators to incorporate voice control in whole-house solutions.
Google Launches ‘Continued Conversation’ Feature for Google Home Devices
Originally announced at Google I/O in May, the company’s latest Home update includes the ability to hold a conversation with Google Assistant voice control.
Sonos Beam Soundbar is Full of Firsts: AirPlay 2, Siri, HDMI, but No Atmos
Sonos finally does HDMI with new Beam Soundbar, embracing ARC audio and CEC control, as well as virtually everything else (except Dolby Atmos) that’s hip in A/V — Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant, Airplay 2, Fire TV, room EQ and more.
Best Buy’s Geek Squad Rolls Out $200 Total Tech Support Nationwide
A Total Tech Support membership features unlimited support from Geek Squad, including in-store repairs, appliance installation, and computer-setup.
