Music festivals have always been more than just stages, sounds, and lights. They are modern rituals — ephemeral communities where strangers meet up and soon enough become like family, where music morphs into a language that speaks across cultures, and where time seems to dissolve into one big shared emotional experience. Paul Cales, CEO of Naostage, shares his vision for the future of music festivals. “Today, as I reflect on the incredible evolution of this industry and the road ahead, I feel a deep sense of responsibility — and excitement — for what’s to come.” “At Naostage, we believe the…
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Following the most successful DSS Europe, AV News talks to co-chair Florian Rotberg. AVN – Many thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule to talk to us today. DSS Europe in Munich has been a regular fixture in the world of Digital Signage now for a number of years. Would you be good enough to provide our readers with an overview of invidis and this event? FR – invidis consulting is Europe’s leading boutique strategy consultancy for digital signage. We advise global clients across EMEA and beyond in strategy, M&A and experience design – and we provide valuable insights for the industry…
Barco announces the launch of a new LED video wall platform at InfoComm 2025. The NT-I series (available with 0.9-, 1.2- and 1.5-mm pixel pitches) is a dedicated high-brightness, low power consumption and minimal heat dissipation LED panel range. Additionally, the company will present new wall mounts for Barco UniSee, offering a sleek new design that will especially appeal to the corporate market. Like all other Barco Control Room solutions, the NT-I series and new wall mounts will be displayed at partner booths, resulting in the omnipresence of our technology across the show floor. The NT-series was successfully launched in 2023, with…
Sennheiser is to present its cutting-edge professional AV solutions at InfoComm 2025 in Orlando from June 7-13. On booth 3401 at the Orange County Convention Centre, Sennheiser will invite attendees to explore the advancements in the company’s latest education, collaboration and wireless solutions. Featured highlights will include highly anticipated product development news impacting AV and IT teams, such as the newest additions to the TeamConnect (TC) family of products available for demo. Spectera, the world’s first wideband, bidirectional wireless ecosystem, will also be on display at this year’s show. Rounding out the experience are demos of SoundBase, a brand-neutral,…
PPDS will be showcasing the evolutions in sustainable screen technology and design, including new Philips dvLED and digital signage reveals, plus a new global partnership announcement. These and much more on Philips booth 3351. PPDS will also be paying tribute to Martijn van der Woude, VP Global Business Development and Marketing of PPDS, who sadly passed away due to cardiac arrest on Monday 21 April 2025. This special event is set to take place on Wednesday 11 June at 3pm on the Philips booth, with full details being confirmed shortly. Ron Cottaar, Director of Global Marketing at PPDS, commented: “Since the sad passing…
As an Official Partner of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Epson today announced its high-performance laser projectors will play a key role in bringing to life the never-before-seen visuals of Cirque du Soleil ALIZÉ. Marking a pivotal moment for the global live entertainment leader, ALIZÉ is Cirque du Soleil’s first residency in Europe. Mixing extraordinary artistry with breath taking projection, the avant-garde creation – set to premiere in November 2025 at Berlin’s Theatre am Potsdamer Platz – is the first of many productions that showcase the creative force of two leading entertainment companies joining together to craft something truly magical.…
Promethean is, at last, releasing new solutions in workplace technology and meeting collaboration. Promethean will showcase the new ActivPanel 10 Premium IFPD with software DisplayNote Launcher on June 11-13 in booth 4787 at InfoComm 2025. Unique to Promethean, the ActivPanel 10 Premium easily connects remote, hybrid, and in-person employees with just one touch to maximize teamwork and ensure meeting equity—so everyone has a voice and feels part of the discussion. The panel and premium accessories, including an All-in-one Remote and ActivPen 2, paired with DisplayNote Launcher*, help teams connect and collaborate in real time, seamlessly increasing engagement and productivity no…
On 25 May 2025, BMW Park in Munich hosted a landmark event in international sport. For the first time, an official international volleyball match was played on a full LED video sports floor, developed by ASB GlassFloor. The occasion coincided with the 50th anniversary of the Bavarian Volleyball Association and featured a match between Germany’s men’s national team and current world champions, Italy. The match attracted close to 7,000 spectators and delivered a closely contested five-set encounter. Despite a determined performance, the German side was narrowly defeated 2:3 (19:25, 22:25, 25:20, 25:20, 7:15) by the world-ranked No. 5 team. The…
Avocor is set to make a powerful impact at InfoComm 2025 in Orlando with a dynamic showcase driven by its strategic partnership with AUO Display Plus (ADP). At Booth 2181, attendees will experience first-hand how Avocor and ADP are redefining modern work and learning environments through cutting-edge technology and seamless integration. One of the centrepieces of the booth will be the award-winning E92 ultra-wide display, paired with a Neat video bar and the newly launched T1V Story platform, demonstrating how the 21:9 format can transform ideation, collaboration, and presentation in hybrid work environments. The showcase will also feature ADP’s advanced…
Austin’s new Jupiter Supper Club isn’t just another high-end dining and entertainment establishment—it’s an immersive, multi-sensory experience where no detail has been overlooked, from fine dining to flawless sound. The venue showcases Meyer Sound systems throughout, with its crown jewel—the intimate Nova Lounge live music room—powered by a Constellation acoustic system for unrivalled sonic versatility. Jupiter Supper Club is the vision of Bill and Lara Perkins, a hedge fund manager and entrepreneur who sought nothing less than the absolute best for their first hospitality venture. “Our search was singularly for the best sound,” says Bill Perkins. “We flew to Meyer…