Welcome to Friday folks. Let’s get you Wired In to some of the major product announcements you might have missed from this week. Platinum Tools has some new fiber optic launch cables. Bose has officially revived its Lifestyle collection. And On-Q introduced a new enclosure to its lineup.
Cleerline 2.0 mm fiber optic patch cords
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The Cleerline Technology Group now has 2.0 Millimeter (mm) fiber optic patch cords—engineered to be 30% thinner than conventional fiber patch cords—delivering a lower-profile installation without compromising strength or performance.
According to Cleerline, the thinner 2.0mm diameter enables more efficient cable management in space-constrained environments.
Cleerline SSF 2.0mm Patch Cords are available with LC and SC connectors in UPC and APC polishes, in both stock and custom lengths.
SSF 2.0mm Patch Cords are available now.
Platinum Tools fiber optic launch cables
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Platinum Tools has launched its new Fiber Optic Launch Cables for OTDR testing. Now shipping, these cables will be showcased during InfoComm 2026, held in Las Vegas, Nev. from June 17-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, booth #C5026
Compatible with Platinum Tools’ mini OTDR and Copper Tester, Platinum Tools’ fiber optic launch cables come in three different sizes (150m, 500m, 1km) and two different configurations to ensure technicians and installers are covered when testing fiber topic cable.
Each launch cable comes with a variety of adapters (UPC, APC, SC and LC) to ensure they can run a test on nearly any single-mode fiber optic cable.
MSRPs range from $266.67 – $650.00 based on length and configuration.
Bose Lifestyle collection
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Bose has revived its Lifestyle lineup with three new products: the Lifestyle Ultra Speaker, Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer and Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar. The new audio products feature a fabric-wrapped grille for a cozier look in living spaces.
The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker uses a reimagined version of Bose’s Direct/Reflecting speaker technology with three drivers (two front-facing and one up-firing), projecting sound towards the ceiling and walls and back towards the listener.
The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar features six full-range drivers (two up-firing and four front-facing), a center tweeter, and two additional Bose proprietary PhaseGuide drivers, which place sound to the right and left where there are no actual speakers.
The Bose Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer completes the collection, powered by CleanBass technology and for delivering deep, controlled bass meant to remain clear at any volume
The new Bose Lifestyle collection comes in Black or White Smoke colors and will be available starting May 15. It can be preordered today at Bose.com. There’s a limited-edition Driftwood Sand variant of the Lifestyle Ultra Speaker that has a soft beige finish and will sell for $349.
On-Q ENP15605NA plastic cover
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On-Q has announced the availability of the ENP15605NA, a Plastic 15-inch Hinged Cover with Standard Trim, available in a 5-pack configuration.
Designed for use with the ENP15805DNA 15-inch enclosure, the new option adds a slim, low-profile standard trim to On-Q’s existing 15-inch enclosure family, giving residential installers, electricians, builders, and distribution partners a complete set of cover and trim configurations for single-family homes and multi-unit developments.
The ENP15605NA sports a space-saving profile at 1.37-inch from the wall, providing 4.09-inch of interior depth for networking components and equipment.A one-piece trim ring and eight mounting screws are included for setup.
The enclosure is also constructed from Wi-Fi-transparent ABS plastic, which allows wireless signals to pass through seamlessly, keeping connected devices performing at their best without sacrificing aesthetics.
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