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Apple to Show Software for the Connected Home at Upcoming Software Expo

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Not Just iOS…Apple Goes IoT

AppleThe Financial Times reported this morning that Apple, Inc. will announce a new software solution for the connected home market at the Worldwide Developer Conference in San Francisco next week. The move follows a lot of activity in the connected home channel recently including: Control4 going public, Google acquiring Nest, Philips launching Hue (app controlled lighting), Belkin launching WeMo, Harman acquiring AMX…and now Apple seeking to bring it all together in the home.

Is Apple on the right track? Or are they diving down a dark rabbit hole?… [Read more…] about Apple to Show Software for the Connected Home at Upcoming Software Expo

CEA Launches a Working Group to Set Standards for Home Automation Device Interoperability

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‘Home Automation is Experiencing Dramatic Growth’ Group Says

CEA logoThe Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) announced today that it has launched a new “Working Group” to develop new technical standards for the industry in order to facilitate greater device interoperability in home automation systems. The announcement was made today at the Technology & Standards Forum the group is holding now in Seattle.

What does this mean & how can you get involved?…See more below… [Read more…] about CEA Launches a Working Group to Set Standards for Home Automation Device Interoperability

Thanks Boys, We’ll Take It From Here; LG Says It’s Solved OLED Production Issue

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LG intros 55" OLED at CES 2012
LG introduces 55″ OLED at CES 2012

Just days after two major promoters of OLED, Samsung Electronics and Sony Corp., announced a pullback of their support due to serious production difficulties causing low panel yields and low profitability – word comes out of South Korea that LG Electronics has solved the puzzle on how to profitably produce OLED panels. And while their competitors are shifting their efforts back to 4k Ultra HD LCD TVs, LG is ready to ramp up a major commitment to OLED.

This could be good news indeed for fans of OLED technology…How did LG do it?… [Read more…] about Thanks Boys, We’ll Take It From Here; LG Says It’s Solved OLED Production Issue

Sony Puts OLED on the Back Burner; Ramps Up Deeper 4K Commitment

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Photo of early Sony OLED
An early Sony OLED TV.

Just days after a similar announcement from South Korean rival Samsung Electronics, Sony Corp. has said it will put OLED technology on the back burner – scaling back development efforts for the forseeable future. Instead, the company says it sees a greater immediate opportunity with 4K Ultra HD LCD TVs and will work to expand its assortment in this product segment.

While Sony puts OLED on the back burner, it is ramping up its 4K commitment now… [Read more…] about Sony Puts OLED on the Back Burner; Ramps Up Deeper 4K Commitment

Samsung Cuts Investment in OLED

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Photo of model with Samsung OLED TVIn a move that is likely to signify a tipping point in the industry’s adoption of OLED technology, Samsung Electronics is dropping plans to build a new factory that was supposed to help it scale manufacturing of the nascent technology, driving production volumes and lowering cost. But as we’ve reported before, manufacturing OLED…well, it’s just not easy.

See more on this surprising decision by one of OLED’s most vocal supporters… [Read more…] about Samsung Cuts Investment in OLED

Commercial & Residential Integrators Converge in Manhattan for Sapphire Marketing NYC RoadShow

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Poster about NYC RoadShowSapphire Marketing, a well-known manufacturer’s sales representative company focusing on the commercial and residential integration channels in the Northeast, held their sixth dealer “RoadShow” in mid-town Manhattan on Thursday and Friday of last week. We had the good fortune of being invited to attend the event courtesy of our friend Dawn Allcot of Crestron’s PR department…and we’re glad we went.

See more on this event, including some impressive presentations by major integration brands… [Read more…] about Commercial & Residential Integrators Converge in Manhattan for Sapphire Marketing NYC RoadShow

Alpine to be First to Market with Apple’s CarPlay Console System

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Alpine logoAlpine Electronics will be the first of ultimately several companies to offer a in-car infotainment system based on Apple’s CarPlay system according to a report late last week by the Nikkei. Alpine’s system, which will likely be replicated by others, allows drivers to listen to music, view maps, as well as access other iPhone capabilities.

See more on this new Alpine/CarPlay system that is coming soon… [Read more…] about Alpine to be First to Market with Apple’s CarPlay Console System

Streaming Music is Even More Popular Than You Think

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Spotify home pageJust about every dealer and integrator (and manufacturer, for that matter) is acutely aware of how popular streaming music is with their clients/customers. Now, new industry statistics, reported on by market researcher eMarketer, provides a dramatic indicator of just how popular streaming music has become. And it is likely much more popular than you could imagine.

Just how popular are streaming music services? See below for some dramatic numbers… [Read more…] about Streaming Music is Even More Popular Than You Think

Yamaha Updates Popular RX-V Line of A/V Receivers Adding Wireless & Streaming Services

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Photo of Yamaha RX-V777BTYamaha Corporation of America announced this week that it has updated its well-regarded RX-V line of A/V receivers adding several new and popular features such as new wireless capability, a new surround capability, and new streaming services. Included in this update are the 7.2-channel RX-V777BT, RX-V677, RX-V577…as well as the 5.1-channel RX-V477. The company notes that these models embody a rare combination of sound quality, convenience, and accessibility.

See more on this significant update to an already popular line of products from Yamaha… [Read more…] about Yamaha Updates Popular RX-V Line of A/V Receivers Adding Wireless & Streaming Services

Toshiba Leaps Into the Aging-in-Place Market via Partnership with GrandCare Systems

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toshiba_logoToshiba Digital Products Division announced today that it has formed a strategic alliance with GrandCare Systems – a well-known company specializing in digital aging-in-place products, sensors, and solutions. According to Toshiba, GrandCare’s telehealth and communications capabilities will now be delivered via “secure, high-performance Toshiba devices.”

See more on this interesting diversification by Toshiba… [Read more…] about Toshiba Leaps Into the Aging-in-Place Market via Partnership with GrandCare Systems