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March 20, 2026
 
 
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Review: Waterfall Audio Niagara XT3 Glass Speaker
Review: Waterfall Audio Niagara XT3 Glass Speaker
By John Sciacca The Niagara XT3 will be a statement piece in your showroom that will start conversations centered around design, beauty, style, and what is possible at the intersection of art and audio.
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The CEDIA Smart Home Awards 2026: Expert Advice for Entrants
 
The CEDIA Smart Home Awards 2026: Expert Advice for Entrants
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The CEDIA Smart Home Awards entry period is upon us, and there’s never been a better time to showcase your creativity and expertise. Here, two judges share their wisdom to help you craft an entry that stands out, and to encourage more professionals to get involved in celebrating the industry’s best.
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Amplify People Launches Dedicated CI Job Board
Streamlines hiring and job searching across the custom integration industry.
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Keder Screens Appoints 3 U.S. Manufacturers’ Rep Firms
Momentum Group Sales, Bell & McCoy, and AMI Sales have been appointed as independent sales representatives to accelerate dealer support across key U.S. regions.
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Be a Part of the 2026 Residential Systems Showroom Showcase
Be a Part of the 2026 Residential Systems Showroom Showcase
Have you built or updated your showroom over the past year? If so, Residential Systems wants you to be part of the 2026 Showroom Showcase that will be featured in the May issue. To submit your extraordinary space, fill out the (very) simple form before April 1.
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Josh.ai Keynote 2026 Reveals New OS, Expanded Josh Edge Capabilities, and More
Presentation highlighted AI X OS launch and the redesigned Josh App, showed the adaptive Josh Edge remote configuration, and debuted native pool and spa experience.
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AudioControl Introduces the Hyperion Series Home Theater Products
New family of products includes a 16-channel immersive surround processor and high-performance 4-, 5-, and 7-channel amplifiers, as well as eARC-to-Dante converters.
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Juke Audio Launches AudioMate Wireless Transmitter
Integrates local audio sources, such as televisions, turntables, and subwoofers, into a multi-room Juke Audio system.
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New Finishes for Bowers & Wilkins’s Pi8 Earbuds and Px7 S3 Headphones
Pale Mauve and Dark Burgundy introduced for the Pi8 and Vintage Maroon added to the Px7 S3.
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