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September 4, 2026
 
 
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Review: Josh.ai Josh Edge Smart System Remote Control
Review: Josh.ai Josh Edge Smart System Remote Control
By John Sciacca The Josh Edge remote is a smart reimagining of what a modern system controller should be: simple yet powerful.
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Winners Announced for Best of Show at CEDIA Expo 2026
Winners Announced for Best of Show at CEDIA Expo 2026
Residential Systems, TWICE, and What HiFi? have announced the winners of their annual Best of Show awards at CEDIA Expo 2026. The products were nominated by the manufacturers, and a team of judges was employed to read through the entries and rate the products on a number of criteria, including their value, impact, and how unique it was to the market.
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Harnessing the impact of premium media
First-of-its-kind research from PA Consulting and The Trade Desk Intelligence finds that premium media builds brand value in ways cheap reach can't. Download the research to learn more.
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CEDIA Expo Update
 
Forge CEO Looks Forward to New Opportunities
CEDIA Expo owner points to a strong future for the event.
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Legacy Awards Winners Honored at WiCT Luncheon
Winners emphasized the power of mentorship.
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Heard at CEDIA Expo 2026: The Future Is Experiences, Not Products - Residential Systems
Panel of industry powerhouses examines where the industry will be in five years.
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CEDIA Town Hall Reveals Latest Market Trends
CEDIA research finds continued demand despite economic pressures.
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CEDIA Expo Keynote: Stop Killing Your Best Ideas
Duncan Wardle, former head of innovation and creativity at Disney, says innovation should be accesible by all employees.
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Join top retail and CPG leaders at Shoptalk Fall in Nashville (Sept 29-Oct 1). Secure the lowest ticket rates today to connect with decision-makers, shape your 2027 strategy, and discover retail's next big moves. Book your spot now!
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Technology Update
 
AVA Reveals OS 3 at CEDIA Expo 2026
Provides total customization and more than 100 new tools, features, and integrations.
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Sonance Reveals James Natural Collection of On-Wall Speakers
Every speaker in the Natural Collection is hand-built with a premium wood finish, delivering the warmth and texture of natural wood with the dimensional stability required for long-term performance.
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CEDIA Expo 2026: Neptune Launches All-in-One Outdoor dvLED Solution
Available in 108-, 136-, and 163-inch sizes with 1080p resolution.
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John Sciacca’s Top 10 Things to See at CEDIA Expo 2026
John Sciacca’s Top 10 Things to See at CEDIA Expo 2026
By John Sciacca It’s hard to believe another year has passed, but CEDIA Expo is once again upon us! With just 24 hours of time to see everything on the show floor over three days, including more than 300 brands exhibiting, with over 65 new to the show and including over 50 lighting exhibitors, these are the top 10 things I’m most excited to see!
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