Unpacking a CEDIA Award-winning project: Best Home Cinema Level II by Thoughtful Integrations

Unpacking a CEDIA Award-winning project: Best Home Cinema Level II by Thoughtful Integrations

When a custom home builder in Dallas, TX needed a high-performance home theater installed into a luxury show home in less than a month, he contacted Thoughtful Integrations, a tech integration firm well-versed in the process. Whereas home theaters with all the bells and whistles typically take several months to design, engineer, install, and calibrate, this one was done in a matter of weeks and with award-winning results. Tune-in to learn how they created a room that accommodates all ages and interests, including sports, movies, gaming, music, or any other entertainment choice. Brands mentioned include Rayva, Anthem, Triad, Sony, Kaleidescape, Control4, Screen Innovations, Jaymar, D-Box, Dolby, ISF, CEDIA, HTA, and builder J.Anthony Homes.

Unpacking Josh.ai’s big reveal — Meet Nano, Core, and more!

Josh.ai CEO Alex Capecelatro shares details about Nano, the world’s first Architectural Microphone, and Josh Core, an elegantly designed server that acts as the central brain for this truly remarkable voice-automated home technology ecosystem. This changes the voice control and automation game entirely and offers a fun way to interact with your home, in a manner that’s safe, secure, and maintains your privacy. Tune in to learn about this fascinating new tech offering.

Unpacking a CEDIA Award-winning project: Best Home Cinema Level II by Thoughtful Integrations

Feel Good Fare: Kicks for Kids Kickoff; AV industry fundraising for children’s shoes

Feel good fodder: As families across the nation struggle with economic hardship, the holidays can be particularly difficult. To help make the holidays a little brighter, Access Networks is spearheading a fundraiser being facilitated by The Boys & Girls Club to provide children across the country with a pair of brand-new Nike shoes. There’s a fundraising goal of 1,000 pairs of shoes between now and the end of December. That’s a small sum to bring a big smile to someone in need, so, let’s DO this, everyone! Bryce Nordstrand, CSO, shares details in this quick ‘cast. Please, download, listen, and share. Thanks for your support!

Unpacking a CEDIA Award-winning project: Best Home Cinema Level II by Thoughtful Integrations

AVbites: Game Meat

For many, game meat is a healthy alternative to commercial or farmed varieties. In this AV Foodies Detour Series episode guests share some of their favorite types, cuts, how to make a great meal with game meat and what not to do. Hint: don’t eat “gamey” smelling or tasing meat, do try sous vide, less is more when seasoning, and so much more. Tune-in, #AVfoodies, you’ll learn something new, for sure!