Welcome to Connect Beyond, Panasonic Connect Europe's podcast, where we delve into the forefront of technology, innovation, and human connection. Each episode guides listeners through the evolving landscape of tech solutions, featuring insightful discussions with industry leaders and experts. As we navigate the dynamic realm of technology, Connect Beyond aims to keep listeners informed and inspired, encouraging a deeper connection with the latest innovations and trends. Tune in, broaden your ...
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The NETGEAR Switched On Thinking podcast discusses the latest innovations in business networking technology, from WiFi 6, to PoE+ to AV over IP and more. Hosted by Neil C. Hughes and featuring interviews with leaders from NETGEAR and its key partners, the show delivers an insightful and informative analysis of the key role networking technology plays in driving business success and ensuring business continuity during times of uncertainty.
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Our founder, Gary Kayye, has been in AV for over 20-years and he sometimes rants about bad AV and does a lot of raving about good AV in this nearly-daily podcast. These podcasts are generally 2-4 minutes in length.
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1444: Daktronics Heads to InfoComm 2025 With 2.5mm CoB LED, MicroLED Preview and a Focus on ProAV Integrators
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6:11Most people know Daktronics for its dominance in sports venues — but the company is setting its sights on the ProAV channel, too. I sat down with Jim Vasgaard, Daktronics’ sales manager for AV partner development, to talk about how the company plans to engage integrators at InfoComm 2025. In booth 4233, Daktronics will showcase a preview of its upc…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1445: Almo Pro AV’s New Look and InfoComm 2025 Plans
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10:11In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I caught up with Karen Castaño (Director of Sales, National Business Team) and Gisela Ramirez (Director of Sales, LATAM) from Almo Pro AV ahead of InfoComm 2025. They’re not only unveiling fresh branding but also bringing a stacked booth experience to the show floor (Booth #1615), complete with 20 manufacturers, pr…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1445: Almo Pro AV’s New Look and InfoComm 2025 Plans
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10:11In this episode of Rants & rAVes, I caught up with Karen Castaño (Director of Sales, National Business Team) and Gisela Ramirez (Director of Sales, LATAM) from Almo Pro AV ahead of InfoComm 2025. They’re not only unveiling fresh branding but also bringing a stacked booth experience to the show floor (Booth #1615), complete with 20 manufacturers, pr…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1444: Daktronics Heads to InfoComm 2025 With 2.5mm CoB LED, MicroLED Preview and a Focus on ProAV Integrators
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6:11Most people know Daktronics for its dominance in sports venues — but the company is setting its sights on the ProAV channel, too. I sat down with Jim Vasgaard, Daktronics’ sales manager for AV partner development, to talk about how the company plans to engage integrators at InfoComm 2025. In booth 4233, Daktronics will showcase a preview of its upc…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1443: ADI Icron’s USB-C and USB 3 Extension Solutions Power Next-Gen Connectivity at InfoComm 2025
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9:00If you’ve worked with USB extension in ProAV, you’ve probably heard of Icron, aka ADI Icron. I sat down with Thomas Schultz, senior business manager, to talk about the company’s direction — and its latest launches headed to InfoComm 2025. We covered a lot: the new Raven 3301-ECO (a third-generation USB 3.2 extender), a powerful new USB-C extension …
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1443: ADI Icron’s USB-C and USB 3 Extension Solutions Power Next-Gen Connectivity at InfoComm 2025
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9:00If you’ve worked with USB extension in ProAV, you’ve probably heard of Icron, aka ADI Icron. I sat down with Thomas Schultz, senior business manager, to talk about the company’s direction — and its latest launches headed to InfoComm 2025. We covered a lot: the new Raven 3301-ECO (a third-generation USB 3.2 extender), a powerful new USB-C extension …
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1442: WyreStorm to Debut USB Bridge, HDI Bridge and 4K PTZ Cameras at InfoComm 2025
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8:15WyreStorm is going all-in on workplace AV at InfoComm 2025. I sat down with Zec Voislav, WyreStorm’s director of product development, to talk through the company’s latest lineup — including a brand-new USB bridge, an HDI bridge and a new series of 4K PTZ cameras. But these aren’t standalone products. WyreStorm has built out a complete ecosystem tha…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1442: WyreStorm to Debut USB Bridge, HDI Bridge and 4K PTZ Cameras at InfoComm 2025
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8:15WyreStorm is going all-in on workplace AV at InfoComm 2025. I sat down with Zec Voislav, WyreStorm’s director of product development, to talk through the company’s latest lineup — including a brand-new USB bridge, an HDI bridge and a new series of 4K PTZ cameras. But these aren’t standalone products. WyreStorm has built out a complete ecosystem tha…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1441: Sharp’s ‘New Is Now’ Strategy Takes Center Stage at InfoComm 2025
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8:32I sat down with Jennifer Cheh, vice president of marketing and product management at Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, to get a preview of what the company has planned for InfoComm 2025. We talked through the “New Is Now” theme — a continuation from ISE — and why it matters. Jennifer also shared insight into Sharp’s 2025 strategy, i…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1441: Sharp’s ‘New Is Now’ Strategy Takes Center Stage at InfoComm 2025
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8:32I sat down with Jennifer Cheh, vice president of marketing and product management at Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, to get a preview of what the company has planned for InfoComm 2025. We talked through the “New Is Now” theme — a continuation from ISE — and why it matters. Jennifer also shared insight into Sharp’s 2025 strategy, i…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1440: Matrox Video to Showcase Full IP Ecosystem Workflow at InfoComm 2025
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11:15I sat down with Catherine Koutsaris, product marketing manager at Matrox Video, for a sneak peek at what the company is bringing to InfoComm 2025. The big story? Matrox is highlighting how its full portfolio — including ConvertIP, SVM, IP KVM and the updated Mura DVW video wall appliance — works together as a seamless, IP-based ecosystem. Catherine…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1440: Matrox Video to Showcase Full IP Ecosystem Workflow at InfoComm 2025
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11:15I sat down with Catherine Koutsaris, product marketing manager at Matrox Video, for a sneak peek at what the company is bringing to InfoComm 2025. The big story? Matrox is highlighting how its full portfolio — including ConvertIP, SVM, IP KVM and the updated Mura DVW video wall appliance — works together as a seamless, IP-based ecosystem. Catherine…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1439: Planar Has Big Plans and a Lot of New Product Launches at InfoComm 2025
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9:02I was joined on this pre-InfoComm-2025 episode by Robert Detwiler, senior director of product management and training at Planar, to talk about everything the company has planned for the show. Robert shared a sneak peek at some of the new products launching next month, including the DirectLight Slim Series and a standout addition to the Essential Se…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1439: Planar Has Big Plans and a Lot of New Product Launches at InfoComm 2025
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9:02I was joined on this pre-InfoComm-2025 episode by Robert Detwiler, senior director of product management and training at Planar, to talk about everything the company has planned for the show. Robert shared a sneak peek at some of the new products launching next month, including the DirectLight Slim Series and a standout addition to the Essential Se…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1438: Yealink Brings AI-Powered Meeting Magic — and Happy Hour — to InfoComm 2025
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13:33I caught up with Tylor Chen, director of channel sales at Yealink, to talk about what the company’s bringing to InfoComm 2025 — and it’s a lot more than just sleek hardware. From the debut of the MeetingBoard Pro to the U.S. launch of AVOne, Yealink is doubling down on AI-powered collaboration and secure Android-based MTR systems. Tylor also gave u…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1438: Yealink Brings AI-Powered Meeting Magic — and Happy Hour — to InfoComm 2025
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13:33I caught up with Tylor Chen, director of channel sales at Yealink, to talk about what the company’s bringing to InfoComm 2025 — and it’s a lot more than just sleek hardware. From the debut of the MeetingBoard Pro to the U.S. launch of AVOne, Yealink is doubling down on AI-powered collaboration and secure Android-based MTR systems. Tylor also gave u…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1437: Shure Unpacks IntelliMix Foundation Ahead of InfoComm 2025
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11:03Gary and I sat down with Peter Herr from Shure to talk about the company’s big InfoComm 2025 reveal — the IntelliMix Foundation system. We asked him what it is, who it’s for and why it matters. With built-in Windows compute and a focus on streamlining system design without giving up flexibility, this new solution could be a major win for IT teams a…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1437: Shure Unpacks IntelliMix Foundation Ahead of InfoComm 2025
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11:03Gary and I sat down with Peter Herr from Shure to talk about the company’s big InfoComm 2025 reveal — the IntelliMix Foundation system. We asked him what it is, who it’s for and why it matters. With built-in Windows compute and a focus on streamlining system design without giving up flexibility, this new solution could be a major win for IT teams a…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1436: Inside Christie’s InfoComm 2025 Plans
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14:15I caught up with Mike Bernhardt and Joel St-Denis, directors of product management at Christie, to get a preview of what the company is rolling out at InfoComm 2025. From the North American debut of the Jazz and Sapphire Series projectors to the latest on the MicroTiles and Core Series, Christie’s got a full slate of visual tech to check out. Plus,…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1436: Inside Christie’s InfoComm 2025 Plans
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14:15I caught up with Mike Bernhardt and Joel St-Denis, directors of product management at Christie, to get a preview of what the company is rolling out at InfoComm 2025. From the North American debut of the Jazz and Sapphire Series projectors to the latest on the MicroTiles and Core Series, Christie’s got a full slate of visual tech to check out. Plus,…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1435: Laila Hede Jensen Talks Digital Signage Strategy Ahead of InfoComm 2025
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17:00I sit down with Laila Hede Jensen, CEO of Zenova and digital signage powerhouse, to talk about the three sessions she’s leading at InfoComm 2025. From the influence of Gen Z and AI on engagement strategies to creating sustainable signage systems that actually reduce carbon footprints, Laila brings her global experience and big-picture thinking to e…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1435: Laila Hede Jensen Talks Digital Signage Strategy Ahead of InfoComm 2025
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17:00I sit down with Laila Hede Jensen, CEO of Zenova and digital signage powerhouse, to talk about the three sessions she’s leading at InfoComm 2025. From the influence of Gen Z and AI on engagement strategies to creating sustainable signage systems that actually reduce carbon footprints, Laila brings her global experience and big-picture thinking to e…
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1434: Epson to Debut 20-Pound 8000-Lumen 4K Projector at InfoComm 2025!
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9:43I sat down with Gavin Downey, Epson’s group product manager for high brightness projectors, to get a sneak peek at what the company is bringing to InfoComm 2025 — and it’s a lot. Epson will showcase over 10 versions of its new PowerLite L Series, ranging from 4000 to 8000 lumens, all 4K, all under 20 pounds. Plus, they’re packed with built-in NFC, …
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1434: Epson to Debut 20-Pound 8000-Lumen 4K Projector at InfoComm 2025!
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9:43I sat down with Gavin Downey, Epson’s group product manager for high brightness projectors, to get a sneak peek at what the company is bringing to InfoComm 2025 — and it’s a lot. Epson will showcase over 10 versions of its new PowerLite L Series, ranging from 4000 to 8000 lumens, all 4K, all under 20 pounds. Plus, they’re packed with built-in NFC, …
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Rants & rAVes — Episode 1433: Uniguest’s Vision for Campus, Sports and Enterprise Hubs
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15:30James Keen, EVP of marketing at Uniguest, joins me to preview what’s in store for InfoComm 2025 — and it’s more than just a booth (though yes, you should definitely stop by Booth 5186). From Campus Hub to Sports Hub to Enterprise Hub, Uniguest is building out a bold ecosystem of connected experiences across verticals. In this episode, James shares …
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