Wireless AV

Classe Takes Unique Design Approach with New Sigma 2200i Integrated Amp

Adding to its product line, the respected, high-performance A/V company Classe has announced its new Sigma 2200i Integrated Amplifier.

Apr 07, 2016

KEF Hydro Blaster Spray Removes Water Vapor, Improves Wireless Audio Sound

KEF Hydro Blaster is an aerosol spray ($99.99 per can) claims to radically improve transmission of wireless audio signals.

Apr 01, 2016

Denon Envoi Battery-Powered Speaker with Class D Amp is Perfect for Outdoor Parties

Fred Harding of Capitol Sales tries out battery-powered Denon Envoi Pro speaker, featuring Class D amp and PA capabilities -- built for commercial applications but perfect for outdoor entertainment at home.

Mar 18, 2016

Wake up, Sonos! Gold Dealer Schools CEO John MacFarlane on ‘Staying Relevant’

Mat Lindstedt of Silicon Valley Installation Co. sells a ton of Sonos, but urges CEO MacFarlane to stay relevant vis-a-vis Amazon Echo and other innovations. Where are outdoor audio systems, $99 speakers, and better streaming solutions?

Mar 17, 2016

Bower & Wilkins (B&W) & Mandarin Hotels Team to Deliver Quality Audio to Travelers

B&W has entered into an agreement with the chain of hotels to provide its properties with Bowers & Wilkins audio systems.

Mar 15, 2016

I Was Wrong About Myxyty, the Impossibly Tall Home Automation Hub

I made fun of the modular Myxyty IoT hub in a CES 2016 presentation, but the smart-home system has a clever industrial design and some interesting options like ‘olfactory ambiance.’

Mar 08, 2016