New 11.4-channel AV preamplifier and 6-channel power amplifier bring Dirac Live, 8K HDMI, and the latest immersive audio formats to Marantz’s reference lineup.
Nick Boever
Nick Boever is the former editor of DesignWell and current Web Editor of CE Pro. With a focus on wellness and sustainability, he is constantly searching for new and emerging technologies improving the health and wellbeing of people and the planet through the built environment. In his off-time he can be found in the workshop, writing, or relaxing at the top of a mountain.
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Global TV Markets Shifting as China Shipments Slump on Low Demand
Global TV shipments fell 0.6% year-on-year in Q3 2025, as China’s subsidy-driven demand cooled and brands like Hisense and TCL turned to overseas growth.
The Week in Playback: RGB LEDs Make Their Splash at CES
CE Pro takes a look through all the news static throughout the week to find the stories and discussions affecting the custom integration industry.
Jetbuilt to Expand Jetbot Drawings at ISE 2026 with AI-Generated Schematics
The Jetbuilt platform adds AI-generated rack elevations and floor plans to Jetbot Drawings, aiming to reduce drafting time and unify AV system documentation.
DoorBird Adds Native Crestron Home Support for D11x Series
The company has stated support for the D18x series is on the way with no concrete date announced.
WAC Group/AiSPIRE Appoints Chris Bruno as Western Business Development Manager for Integrator Channel
“Chris, a.k.a. Bruno, comes to us with an enormous amount of CI experience, including a background and reputation that are second to none,” notes Patrick Laidlaw.
GE Lighting Light + Form Series Adds Sculptural Aesthetics to Brand’s LEDs
Matter-ready smart shades and sculptural lighting signal GE Lighting’s push toward simpler installs, broader interoperability, and design-first smart home solutions at CES 2026.
Z-Wave Notches 125-Device Milestone for Long Range Protocol
Debuting to markets in 2022 with its first device, ZWLR has held plenty of promise in eliminating the need for repeaters and signal boosters for larger networks.
Samsung Reveals Wireless ‘Music Studio’ Speakers and Soundbars for Home Theaters
At CES 2026, Samsung introduces next-gen Q-Series soundbars, Music Studio Wi-Fi speakers, and an integrated ecosystem for whole-home audio and immersive home theater.
Displace Has a Fully Wireless 4K OLED Video Wall Now
The Displace Wall is purportedly a fully wireless 4K OLED video wall solution that takes less than 30 minutes to setup and measures as large as 130 inches.
TCL’s X11L Targets Premium Home Theater Installs with New SQD-Mini LED Tech
With up to 20,000 dimming zones and 10,000 nits of peak brightness, TCL’s new SQD-Mini LED flagship targets large-format installs and high-impact HDR performance.
Six Lighting Trends Shaping Commercial and Residential Spaces in 2026
Insights reveal six key trends shaping how businesses and homeowners are approaching fixtures, controls and energy efficiency heading into 2026.
