CE Pro product editor Bob Archer makes his 12 picks of the most impressive products released in 2016. Brands include SnapAV, Onkyo, Stewart Filmscreen, Digital Projection, Sony, Monitor Audio, Phase Tech and more.

With the new Google Home hub and Google Assistant speech-recognition engine, plus integration with Nest IoT devices and audio/video via Cast, Google will rival Apple (Homekit) and Amazon (Alexa) in voice-controlled home automation.

Consumer publication Electronic House calls out eight gems from CEDIA 2016 that will get your customers excited about home automation.