Technology

We all use their products and sometimes complain about them but we often don’t think about the challenges that audio manufacturers have to face when developing products for the AV market. I interviewed a few manufacturers about the work they do. Cloud Electronics’ Simon Curtis (formerly Denon and Sennheiser) laid…

As reported elsewhere in this issue, the digital signage (DS) industry has never been in ruder health, with some reports projecting that the global market will be worth $23.76 billion by 2020. This is largely as a result of increased demand for DS in retail environments (part of the Internet…

Whether it’s capturing or breathtaking aerial shots for a blockbuster film, monitoring environmental changes or live news coverage, drones are helping enhance our view of the world. Over 300 potential commercial applications where drones can currently help businesses save time, money and in some cases lives have been identified and…

3D content creation and mapping has opened doors for immersive experiences in a way 2D mapping could not. Whether it’s traditional projection on to a building, a festival stage or the realtime facial mapping technique used by Japanese artist Nobumichi Asai’s Omote system, the creative possibilities are almost endless. This…

In a world where we like to have quantifiable targets and strict performance criteria, sound is still this thing that bounces off walls and ceilings and hits all of our ears differently. How can you standardise something so ethereal? Standards in audio are a mixed bunch, open to interpretation and…

Haivision video streaming solutions make it possible to broadcast into enterprise, firewalled networks from remote venues. Video is becoming one of the most popular trends in the enterprise. You’ve seen it used for training and learning purposes, and now it’s making its way to the top with live broadcasts of company townhalls, CEO addresses and all hands meetings. But did you…

Lifesize continues to innovate the video conferencing space with one-click video recording from any device. Lifesize Cloud Amplify enables users to instantly record, publish and share their video content. In 1967, the Journal of Consulting Psychology published a study that would eventually shape the way we understand the importance of non-verbal communication. Eye contact, gestures, inflection, dress and proximity all play important but…

As space is always a critical issue in control room installations, eyevis’ LED Illuminated DLP Slim Cubes are the ideal solution for seamless, really 24/7-proof visualisation in best quality and high resolution. We live in a time when modern technology is assessed not only on its scientific or engineering capabilities, but its ability to perform high powered functions whilst simultaneously…

First making an appearance in 2010, lamp-free projection has made its mark and is here to stay. We take a look at its evolution, how it works and who can benefit. Casio has been the pioneer of laser and LED hybrid projection since its introduction to the market five years ago. Since then, the manufacturer…

The future of the AV industry relies on embracing a new way of working built around solutions rather than products. Stijn Ooms of Crestron explains the impact of the Internet of Things. Not so long ago, when people talked about an AV installation, we all knew what they were referring to was a variety…