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Everything You May Have Missed from Lightapalooza 2026

More than just a lighting show, Lightapalooza has grown to highlight the core demands integrators are now facing on a regular basis, from complex installs to more discerning clients.

CE Pro Power & Energy Management Deep Dive

The Power Imperative: A New Foundation for Custom Integration

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Savant on Why Power Is Becoming the New Foundation of the Luxury Smart Home

SurgeX: Why Power Problems Are Still Undermining Smart Home Reliability

Stop Blaming the Brain: Why Power is the Real Culprit Behind Unreliable Smart Home Systems

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Control4 X4 interface as shown on a T5 touchscreen placed on a countertop

ADI Previews Upcoming T5 Models as Well as New Connect Subscription for X4 Platform

ADI says the new Connect subscription will operate like an enhanced version of the X4 platform while allowing for continual updates to be delivered over time.

News February 4

Luxury ranch estate compound in Park City Utah with multiple outbuildings including 5,000 square foot party barn

A Luxury Estate in Utah Adds 5,000-Sq.-Ft., High-Tech ‘Party Barn’ for Hosting

Nerve Park City performed technology integrations of barn's automation systems while also embarking on a custom RP22-compliant home theater in the unused garage.

Projects February 4

JBL Synthesis Custom Loudspeakers SCL in-room speakers and subwoofers

HARMAN Drops Nine New JBL SCL Speakers (Plus Two Processors and a Receiver)

Marking one of the largest product updates in the company’s recent history, JBL states the new collection is designed with a system-level approach in interoperability.

News February 3

Top New Technology (TNT) Award 2026 Winner Graphic

Announcing the Winners of the 2026 Top New Technology (TNT) Awards in Residential

This year’s awards saw 13 separate categories ranging from best software application to the best subwoofers.

News February 3

The Alisse Soldier Lineup from Lutron with metalwork provided by Tanury Industries

Lutron Acquires Tanury Industries

After supplying metalwork for Lutron for over 25 years, Tanury will have its operations brought in house to support Lutron’s product strategy.

News February 3

MadVR Moves Towards Software-First Experience on Envy with Commander Web Tool

The new web-based platform is designed for quick configuration of envy systems remotely or in the field that offers extensive post-installation support and monitoring capabilities.

News February 2

Selective Design to Distribute Spain-made ZION Micro-LED Displays in U.S. and Canada

Spanish luxury display brand ZION is entering the U.S. and Canadian market via distributor Selective Design.

News February 2

Aerial shot of Barcelona, Spain, the site of ISE 2026 and the representation of international markets for the CE Pro Playback segment of smart home and AV news

The Week in Playback: International Developments on the CI Homefront

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 February 1

Left to right: Tim Schilling, Connesso; AJ McPherson, MCS

Connesso Acquires McPherson Connected Systems

Connesso has officially announced the acquisition of McPherson Connected Systems (MCS). The transaction closed on Dec. 30, 2025 with terms not being disclosed at the time of sale.

News January 30