Celebrating the most noteworthy new products and technologies of 2018, CE Pro is pleased to announce the winners of this year’s CE Pro BEST (Best Electronic Systems Technologies) Awards.
“The BEST Awards offer an incredible glimpse into the future for the entire residential integration industry,” says Jason Knott, editor-in-chief, CE Pro.
“Some of the products and technologies that integrators now consider mainstays to their businesses made their first appearance in the market via the BEST Awards. These entries truly represent the cutting edge of technology.”
All entries were judged on innovation, functionality, competitive advantages and benefits to the installer by a dozen credible industry leaders, along with the editors of CE Pro.
CE Pro is honoring the BEST Award winners tonight at a special presentation taking place on the Smart Stage in Hall A. All are welcome. The ceremony begins at 5:00 PST.
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PHOTO GALLERY: See all 2018 BEST Award EntriesÂ
Business Operations
Business and Software Design ToolsÂ
D-Tools, Inc.Â
Cloud
Control and Automation
Energy Management
Sonnen, Inc.
ecoLinxÂ
Integrated Security System/Module/Device/Surveillance Cameras (TIE!)
TELGUARD/NETGEAR
Arlo Go LTE Mobile HD Security CameraÂ
Kwikset
Obsidian Touchscreen Smart Lock with Home Connect technology
Alula
Alula Connect+ PlatformÂ
Lighting Controls and AccessoriesÂ
NOON Home, Inc.
The NOON Home Smart Lighting SystemÂ
Motorized Shade Controls & Accessories
Lutron Electronics
Palladiom Shading SystemÂ
User Interface Devices: Touchscreens, Keypads, Remotes, Voice Control (TIE!)
Loxone
Touch SurfaceÂ
DISH Network L.L.C.
DISH OnePointâ„¢ App
Whole House Control (TIE!)
Brilliant
BrilliantÂ
Crestron Electronics Inc.
Crestron Pyng OS 2
Home Theater/Multi-Room Audio/Video
A/V Switchers
Crestron Electronics Inc.
DigitalMedia 4K60 4:4:4 HDR Network AV Encoder/DecoderÂ
Flat Panel TV/Ultra HDÂ
Séura
Séura SMART Mirror
HDMI/HD-BaseT Extenders
Inneos
InvisiCableÂ
Home Theater A/V Receivers and Source ComponentsÂ
Denon
AVR-X8500HÂ
Media Servers/Streaming Media/DVRs
Modulus Media Systems
Modulus
Mount/Lift/Media ConcealmentÂ
Nexus 21
Transcend Pro Motorized Over-Mantel Mount
Multi-room A/V Components (Amplifiers, Receivers, Source Components and Preamplifiers) (TIE!)
MSE Audio
Phase Technology Weatherproof Smart Amp OS-440Â
Vanco InternationalÂ
Spot for DotÂ
Power Management, Generation, Surge Suppression and Storage/Remote ServicesÂ
Arlington Industries
TV BRIDGE KIT IIIÂ
Projection ScreenÂ
EPV Projection Screens
DarkStar UST eFinityÂ
Projector
Barco Residential
Prometheus III
Racks, Furniture, Seating and Acoustical TreatmentsÂ
Salamander Designs
Ultra Short Throw Projector CabinetsÂ
Wireless A/V Solution (Amps, Source Components, Signal Distribution Solutions)Â
ProVideoInstruments
MiniMod-2Â
Household Enhancements/Installation Accessories
Cables and Cabling ProductsÂ
Metra Home Theater Group
HDM-GA2 Gigabit AcceleratorÂ
Communications Products
HiBoost
Home 10K PlusÂ
Home Networking DeviceÂ
Open Mesh
A62 Cloud-Managed WiFi Access PointÂ
Outdoor A/V (TIE!)
Peerless-AV
Peerless-AV Xtreme Outdoor Soundbar (SPK-080)Â
GoVision
GoTV
Loudspeakers
Architectural Speakers (TIE!)
SONANCE
VP52R Ultra Thin-LineÂ
JBL Synthesis
JBL Synthesis SCL-2 In-Wall LoudspeakerÂ
SAVANT
Artison IP SpeakersÂ
Floor-standing/Book Shelf Speakers (TIE!)
DALI
Callisto
Bowers & Wilkins
603Â
Soundbars/On-Wall/Single-Chassis Surround Loudspeaker
SAVANT
Artison IP Sound BarÂ
Subwoofer
Starke Sound Inc.
Sub45Â
Most Promising
SamsungÂ
The WallÂ
Object-Based Surround Components
Theory
ALC-1809B Amplified Loudspeaker Controller Theory Audio Design
Peripherals and Enhancements
ConnectedYard Inc.
pHinÂ
Tools, Testing and Calibration
EnGenius Technologies
ezWiFi Planner
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