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The Week in Playback: 5 Major News Stories from the Smart Home and AV Industry

CE Pro takes a look through all the news static throughout the week to find the stories and discussions affecting the custom integration industry.

News September 19
Draper Guthrie Douglas

Draper Acquires Majority Stake in Guthrie Douglas

Draper says the Guthrie Douglas management team will remain in place, and as part of its strategic growth plan, Guthrie Douglas products will be offered in the U.S.

News September 19
Kwikset FLEX

Kwikset FLEX is the Company’s First Step into Controlling Garage Access

Kwikset is expanding its connected security lineup this fall with its first-ever smart garage door opener, the FLEX, alongside some new enhancements to its Halo lock line.

News September 19
Downtown Charlotte North Caroline where the new ADI and Snap One Support Center will be located.

ADI Opens Support Center in Charlotte, North Carolina

The latest addition to ADI’s network of Support Centers will work to consolidate institutional knowledge from the Snap One acquisition.

News September 18
U75QG Mini-LED TV by Hisense in the U7 series ULED premium TV lineup sold at Best Buy

Hisense Pulls Familiar Name to Co-Develop the Sound System for Its Biggest TV Yet

With audio co-developed by Devialet, the U75QG isn’t just Hisense’s biggest TV to date, it may also be the company’s most robust.

News September 18
CEDIA Expo 2025 Smart Stage State of the Industry

CEDIA Expo’s State of the Industry Panel Reveals Strong Optimism in Channel

Industry leaders at CEDIA Expo 2025 highlight growth, labor challenges, and emerging technologies during State of the Industry Smart Stage session.

News September 18
Devialet Phantom Ultimate Series

Some of Devialet’s Newest Speakers Look Like They Belong in a Museum

Carving out its niche for sophisticated design, Devialet’s partner for some exclusive Phantom Ultimate models elevates them to truly luxury levels of presentation.

News September 17
CEDIA Expo/CIX 2025 attendance

Nearly 14K Converge in Denver for CEDIA Expo 2025

Almost 14,000 registered attendees were able to take part in more than 250 education sessions, as well the show's Destination Outdoors, keynote address, and the CE Pro All Star Band's…

News September 17
madVR Labs Professional Services Group

madVR Labs Introduces Professional Services Group

The new madVR Labs PSG services will be led by Jason Dustal, senior field specialist at madVR Labs.

News September 17
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