CEDIA unveils its Workforce Development initiative with U.S. Veterans Administration’s Transition Assistance Program to guide military vets into home technology careers.
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What advances in home technology did you see at CEDIA 2016? Shoot us a note if there’s anything we missed on CEPro.com.
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Study from Houzz reveals that nearly half of all home renovations include the addition of some level of smart-home technology, led by security systems.
Vital Mgmt. Bi4Ci Dashboard Rates Integrators’ Financials, Metrics
Vital Management unveils a cloud-based dashboard that uses QuickBooks with business metrics for custom installation companies for $299/month. Also, new marketing service for Bravas members aims to help them reach high-end clients.
CEDIA Keynoter Palmer Portends Orwellian Tech Future … with Integrators in Control
CEDIA 2016 keynoter speaker Shelly Palmer says there is no stopping an increased connection between man and machines, but CE pros will be the gatekeepers.
CEDIA Tease: TruAudio to Demo In-Ceiling Select Series Speakers
At CEDIA 2016, TruAudio will debut in-wall/in-ceiling Select Series speakers, along with new Forge racks, pendant subwoofer and outdoor speakers.
CEDIA Tease: One Firefly Launches Live Chat Service for Dealers’ Websites
One Firefly’s new Lead Concierge is a live chat service for $149 or $249 per month for integrators’ websites. Manned by industry experts, the service is designed to engage customers more quickly and generate leads.
Midwestern Retailer ‘Unlocks’ the Smart Home Market Using Kwikset
Sherman’s in central Illinois constructs large demo wall in its appliance stores to engage clients with smart home technology.
CEDIA Tease: Can a Chair Be ‘Smart’? Fortress Says Yes
Fortress Seating’s new Smart Chair features occupancy sensors and preset seating positions. It can be programmed with a home control system based on movement in the chair.
CEDIA Tease: Apollo Set to Debut 85-inch Outdoor TV Enclosure
Apollo Enclosures’ new Model AE8580 enclosure with an MSRP of $3,695 for outdoor TVs includes internal speakers, anti-reflective glass, multi-fan airflow system, 12-degree tilt wall mount and custom fit dust cover.
Yamaha Unveils a Wireless, Multiroom Audio…Piano?
Yamaha links its Disklavier Enspire piano to its wireless MusicCast multiroom audio system to enable live piano music to be distributed throughout the home.
L.A. Integrator Uses Robust Nest App to Target Power Users of Technology
BCG Concepts in Van Nuys, Calif., has more than tripled revenues in two years by focusing on young, successful, tech-savvy clientele who are drawn to the name recognition and powerful UI of Nest.
