Latest Audio/Video News and Updates

CinemaCon 2026 Press Application is Now Open

CinemaCon 2026 Press Application is Now Open!   CinemaCon will take place April 13 – April 16, 2026, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV.   The application is currently…

Screen Channel Loudspeakers Set a New Benchmark for Cinematic Fidelity

Meyer Sound ASTRYA Advances Sonic Presentation at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater Meyer Sound is proud to be featured at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ premier screening venue,…

Cedia 2025: JVC Rolls Out Free Firmware Update for DLA-NZ800 and NZ900 Projectors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JVC Home Theater Projectors Offers Live Demo at CEDIA 2025 JVC Highlights 8K Projector Demo and Smallest Native 4K Projector and Speaks of New Technology Upgrades Projectors | JVC Long Beach, CA, September 2025 ―…

World Premiere of the UltraNero4s DUO from SIM2 multimedia.

November 21-23 | STARPOWER Showroom in Dallas SIM2 proudly announces the world premiere of its new UltraNero4S DUO system at the STARPOWER EXPO event held at the STARPOWER showroom in Dallas from Friday, November 21st to Sunday, November…

Valerion Returns to IFA with Enhanced VisionMaster Max

Valerion Returns to IFA with Enhanced VisionMaster Max: Better Blacks, Rainbow-Free Picture, and New Wireless Dolby Atmos System News provided by Valerion  Sep 05, 2025, 08:00 ET Enhanced…

Alcons Audio Pro Ribbon News October 2025

Introducing: The M-Series Reference Monitor Systems  October, 2025 After more than three years of intensive research, development, and real-world evaluation, Alcons Audio proudly announces the official launch of the M-series Reference Monitor…

HDR by Barco Expands Global Footprint to Germany

Opening in select Cineplex Germany locations and Cinedom Cologne this November KORTRIJK, Belgium (October 30, 2025) – Barco, the global leader in laser-powered cinema, today announced the expansion of its premium HDR…

Barco Unveils HDR by Barco Slate through 2025 and U.S. Expansion Plans

Rollout expands partnerships with Regal Cinemas and Alamo Drafthouse as overall domestic footprint grows rapidly. (Los Angeles, CA - June 17, 2025) Barco, the global leader in laser cinema, announced today the HDR by Barco slate through…

Home Theater

Lumagen joins Barco Residential projection systems as a member of the DbM partner family

DbM (Distributed by Meridian) has expanded its brand portfolio with the addition of video processor specialist Lumagen. The company has been appointed a sub-distributor for its cutting-edge Radiance range of video processors, which is an exciting development for home cinema integrators. Lumagen is joining the ranks of renowned brands such as Barco Residential projection systems, […]

4k UHD blueray: Cocaine Bear, A+ picture quality, great demo disc

This has to be the craziest movie and storyline I’ve seen in years. Nice to see something fresh come to the cinema. Inspired by true events that took place in Kentucky in 1985, during which a 175-pound black bear ingested 88 pounds of pure cocaine. The movie brings back memories of when I was a […]

What is the lifespan of a home theater projectors lamp?

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Did you know that the majority of lamp-based projectors utilize a special kind of lamp known as the metal halide lamp? These lamps contain high-pressure mercury vapors within their ARC gap, which illuminates when an electric current is applied. Despite their inexpensive cost, they offer fantastic performance, which is […]

MadVR Envy introduces the new MK2 Series

What does the new MK2 bring to the table versus the previous generation MK1 series? The MK2 will a huge boost in GPU power, upgraded system components including ECC RAM normally only found in mission critical servers, a redesigned cooling system, a new aluminum face premium backlit remote control, and an exquisite custom case. Its […]

Avatar: The Way of Water, Available Now in 4k UHD, HDR from Kaleidescape.

Avater, the way of the water, is now available for download from Kaleidescape for $24.99 This is not the 3D version. The Dolby Atmos soundtrack is impressive and the visuals are stunning. This is a long movie, a little over 3 hours. Get your copy here. Below are the 4K UHD movie details: Rated PG-13 […]

HT-Press: HARMAN Luxury Audio to Showcase @ AXPONA 2023

Harmon will showcase the Black Edition JBL Classic Series Passive Hi-Fi Loudspeakers, Limited-Edition Mark Levinson ML-50 Amplifier, and Revel Salon2 Loudspeakers HARMAN Luxury Audio Group has made an announcement today, on March 28, 2023, stating that they will be showcasing the latest advancements in their JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel brands. This demonstration will take […]

Commercial Cinema

INOX Announces Equipment Upgrades with GDC Technology

India’s leading multiplex chain, INOX Leisure Ltd (INOX) today announced that it has signed an agreement with GDC Technology Limited (GDC), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, for upgrading its projection and sound systems to the lat…

Major Cineplex Chooses Christie RGBe Series Laser Projectors to Deliver Outstanding Visuals on Smaller Screens

Christie® is pleased to announce that Major Cineplex, the largest movie theatre operator in Thailand, has chosen its high-value RGBe Series laser projection system for deployment in smaller auditoriums across its circuit.

GDC LPU-1000 LED Player Unit Sales Reach Major Milestone

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today the worldwide sales and commitments of its LPU-1000 LED Player Unit which directly interfaces to power the Samsung Onyx LED Cinema Screen has exceede…

Cinema Owners Worldwide Embrace GDC Media Server with Cinema Audio Processor

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today the company’s SR-1000 IMB with the capability to process 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound, announced in April at CinemaCon 2022, is now deployed in over 50…

Christie Adds to its Lineup of RealLaser Cinema Projectors with Two New High Efficiency RGB Models and A New Xenon Workhorse

Christie®, a global leader in digital cinema projection and audio technologies announces the addition of three new cinema projectors for boutique and mid-sized theatres.

GDC Technology Named Official Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia 2022

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that they have signed an agreement with Film Expo Group to amplify its participation at CineAsia 2022.

Everything Else

EIKON Group and Qube Wire partner to launch ‘Qube EIKON Distribution Services’ in Australia and NZ

EIKON Group and Qube Wire are excited to announce their partnership with the launch of Qube EIKON Distribution Services (QEDS), a premium content and marketing material distribution service for Australia and New Zealand.

Christie Projection Showcases Cinema Talent at BFI London Film Festival

Christie® is pleased to announce its powerful CP4440-RGB projector will be used as the flagship projection technology at the 65th annual BFI London Film Festival (LFF), running October 6-17, 2021.

Eikon Group and Qube Wire Partner to Launch ‘Qube Eikon Distribution Services’ in Australia and NZ

EIKON Group and Qube Wire are excited to announce their partnership with the launch of Qube EIKON Distribution Services (QEDS), a premium content and marketing material distribution service for Australia and New Zealand.

GDC Technology Unveils IAB Upgrade Option for DTS:XTM enabled SX-4000 Standalone Integrated Media BlockTM

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today its award-winning GDC SX-4000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ (IMB) featuring DTS:X immersive audio solution is provided with an upgrade option to…

POSitive Cinema Announces Partnership with KinoGram

POSitive Cinema, a Poland based supplier of cinema software, is pleased to announce that its system supports a new, unique cinema – KinoGram.

Digital Cinema United Hires Ronnie Ycong to Lead the Americas

Digital Cinema United (DCU), a leading worldwide technical content services company specializing in Digital Cinema Package (DCP) production and delivery services, announced the addition of Premiere Cinemas and Epic Theatres to its DCU Connect network a…