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Graphic highlighting mergers and acquisitions otherwise known as M&A activity among major manufacturers in the custom integration (CI) industry such as Lutron and Snap One.

Despite Economic Doldrums, M&A Activity Paints Bullish Picture for CI Industry

Major brands are merging to expand capabilities and streamline offerings. From AVPro and RTI to Resideo and Snap One, these deals signal a maturing industry—and big changes for integrators.

2025 Home Entertainment Deep Dive

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34 High-End Home Theater Projects to Impress and Inspire

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Vibrant colorful lighting in modern sophisticated home theater as part of a smart home.

Opinion: Smart Lighting and AV Integration Remain Must-Haves for the Modern Smart Home

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Multipurpose Media Rooms Surge on Projects in 2025, Per CE Pro Home Entertainment Market Research

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CE Pro 100 Names Top Lift Brands

Future Automation lands in the top spot of the Lifts category by adding 24 dealers. Meanwhile Nexus 21, Chief and Auton hold a strong market presence.

News June 14

CE Pro 100 Names Top Rack Brands

Led by market stalwart Middle Atlantic, the rack category remains relatively unchanged except for Sanus making solid gains to claim the third spot.

News June 14

CE Pro 100 Names Top Rack Cooling System Brands

SnapAV’s Strong brand closes the gap to share second place with Active Thermal Management (ATM), right behind Middle Atlantic.

News June 14

CE Pro 100 Names Top Remote Managed Services Brands

Fueled by its OvrC platform, SnapAV is the new Remote Managed Services category leader. Ihiji, Pakedge, BlueBolt and Alarm.com also saw significant additions.

News June 14

CE Pro 100 Names Top Home Theater Seating Brands

Ahead in the seating category with the slimmest of leads, CinemaTech edges out Salamander Designs and Fortress.

News June 14

Lutron Revamps Gallery Collection Motorized Shades

Lutron refreshes Gallery Collection motorized shades with high-style fabric, wood, specialty and decorative options.

News June 13

HP Introduces Omen X Gaming PCs

HP's new Omen X features a 6th-generation Intel Core i5/i7 processor with overclocking capabilities and VR-ready GPU to support virtual reality and immersive 4K gaming.

News June 13

Why CEDIA is Building New HQ in Fishers, IN: Crunching the Real-Estate Numbers

10-year lease on CEDIA’s Indianapolis headquarters is up: Why the home-technology trade association is building its own HQ in nearby Fishers, Ind., and why the economics work.

News June 13

Bang & Olufsen Pro: The Most Exciting Channel Program You Never Heard Of

After decades of selling solely through retailers, Bang & Olufsen launched B&O Professional in 2014 to serve U.S. home-technology integrators with audio, video and home-automation solutions backed by a dedicated…

News June 13