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ResiWeek
by AVNation TV
From AVNation, a weekly look into residential side of the audio visual industry. We cover network, security, home audio, and video as well as the impact on your business.
Episodes
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What's Next for 2026 in AV? | ResiWeek 514
We've been through the year in our own past conversations. Now we have a chat with some of our best friends in the AV business about what they considered to be the most important topics in AV for the year of 2025. Then we get out our divination method of choice to figure out just what 2026 might...
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The Biggest AV Stories of 2025 | ResiWeek 513
We're at the end of another year. Another year full of interesting challenges for a unique vertical such as the AV industry. The residential side has its fair share of newsworthy moments and we've wrapped them all up in a nice bow. 'Tis the season, after all. The video version of this podcast can...
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Balancing Optimism and Realism For Your Business | ResiWeek 512
There's a bidding war going on for Warner Bros. and it could make some serious changes in the streaming space. How this could affect your clients and their systems. Looking at business strategy and when it's time to look at things ideally or realistically. Tempering expectations in an…
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Prepping Your AV Business For The Year Ahead | ResiWeek 511
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is making a move into the hardware space. What should integrators be concerned about? Besides the over-encroaching deluge of AI products. December could be a time to look back at the year, but it also is a chance to plan ahead. What your business can do to...
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The Three Main Keywords for Residential Lighting | ResiWeek 510
All of residential lighting can apparently be put into three phrases: Smaller, better, and more colorful. Lighting is a major part of the home space, so we break down what integrators are doing right and what we could be working on. Josh.ai and JVC are partnering for more moden home theater...
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Let's Revise AV Warranty | ResiWeek 509
Theory Audio Design extends the warranty for their DLC loudspeakers, effective immediately. With this five-year extension, looking at other facets of residential technology and where warranty might need an update for the smart home. Jetbuilt partners with Sean Wargo and Lee Dodson for market...
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Your Business Isn't Really That Special | ResiWeek 508
The most use that artificial intelligence gets in businesses is a glorified search engine. How are the ways you can actually utilize AI to bolster your company? Just how many extra fingers and warped features can help you? Matt Bernath tells us plainly, "Your Business Isn't That Special." But…
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Are We Making AV Audio Too Complicated? | ResiWeek 507
CEDIA is bringing their Smart Home Technology Conference back to ISE 2026. What seminars integrators should be on the lookout for and what else to find in Barcelona in Feburary. NETGEAR reports that smart home users face at least 29 attacks on their network every single day. How do we keep our...
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What To Do When The Cloud Goes Down | ResiWeek 506
Amazon Web Services suffered a massive outage last week, affecting many different systems. This is probably what Monopoly was warning us about. Or is this a matter of relying too much on the cloud? OneVision and Sonos partner up to bolster customer service, with a premium 24/7 offer. Discussing…
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The Secure Smart Home | ResiWeek 505
The home security market is growing. What integrators need to know to help their clients and projects. Integrated Systems Europe 2026 has opened registration, and announced their opening keynote from Sol Rashidi. What does an 'AI Reality Check' look like for an industry already soo mired in those...
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Verify, But Also Verify | ResiWeek 504
Amazon is going in on the AI race, adding 'smarter' features to their Blink and Ring camera series. What could possibly go wrong? In a series about troubleshooting HDMI systems, CE Pro looks at dynamic range and potential problems for clients. What integrators need to know about these issues and...
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Headphones Are Back! | ResiWeek 503
Headphones are making a comeback to the audio space, after way too many lost earbuds. Why integrators should be keeping up with the latest in audio to keep their customers educated. Looking at the experience of a project and designing outcomes for the home. And finally, starting the month off…
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You Could Probably Start A Heist With AV | ResiWeek 502
During CEDIA Expo 2025, there was a "State of the Industry" panel talking about the future of residential AV. Expectations are good, but is this a matter of rose-tinted goggles or an actual positive outlook for the space? Why Cybersecurity compliance matters for smart home integrations. What…
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Perfecting The AV Pitch | ResiWeek 501
We now return to your regularly scheduled residential news program. CEDIA Expo numbers are out, with 14,000 registered attendees for 2025. Since both of our guests went to the show, we ask them about their experiences and the general vibes for the industry. Speaking of the show, Crestron showed…
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Celebrating A Decade of Residential News | ResiWeek 500
Normally, ResiWeek is all about bringing you the latest news and stories for the residential side of the AV industry. We've been doing that with a panel of experts for a decade. This is in fact, the 500th episode of the show. So in lieu of that, we're taking the time to look back at how the...
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The Latest From CEDIA Expo 2025 | ResiWeek 499
We're back from Denver to bring you the latest news out of CEDIA Expo 2025. What innovative technology are we going to see integrators put into the home? It might be artificial intelligence, since Google is getting Gemini involved with Nest and other Home products. Where AI can benefit the smart...
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Is Bigger Always Better? (For Screens, Obviously) | ResiWeek 498
CEDIA Expo 2025 is nearly here, with lots of exciting content including HDMI 2.2. What does this next step mean for integrators? Is bigger always better? We're talking displays, of course. The race to cover a wall in a screen seems to ramp up yearly, but what's the difference to the consumer?...
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When To Include The Integrator | ResiWeek 497
The climate of custom integration is changing within the modern luxury home space. At least according to Jason McGraw, though being part of CEDIA he might have an outstanding opinion. We discuss the evolving role of integrators in a home that's smarter every day. Qualcomm says Wi-Fi 8 could be...
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Redefining The Custom Integration Space | ResiWeek 496
CEDIA discusses a refined education experience for the upcoming CEDIA Expo and other features for the industry. What can we expect for a shift like this? Resideo is splitting ADI into separate companies. What this move means for the home security space and integrators working with these systems....
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Guiding Your Clients In Projects | ResiWeek 495
Epson has announced an addition to their professional projector lineup, and a new partnership with Bose. Do these moves make a bigger wedge in the middle market space between budgets? Friend of the show Katye McGregor-Bennett writes about guiding your customers in a project. The importance of...
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M&A on the Homefront | ResiWeek 494
Mergers and acquisitions continue to reshape the AV industry, but what does it really mean for integrators? With consolidation on the rise, how are these changes impacting product offerings, innovation, and competition? This week, we discussed the effects of these market shifts and the rise of...
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Wellness AV Post-Covid | ResiWeek 493
Wellness was on everyone's mind back when we were cooped up in our houses. Past the pandemic, what's the state of AV wellness solutions in the home? A bungled vacation situation can turn into a learning experience for customer support. How we can help our customers in the blurst of times. CEDIA...
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ResiWeek 492: Time Is Money
CEDIA Expo (and Commercial Integrator Expo) Return to Denver in September! Why integrators should mark their calendars and maybe even dip their toes into the CiX side of things. Ikea is working with Matter for their smart home solution offerings. Where the value of professional installers lie…
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Shedding Light On What We Do | ResiWeek 491
Smart TVs might finally start earning their namesake, but that doesn't mean they're easy to use. Can we guide the customer, or can we just go back to the old days of 'dumb' TVs? CEDIA launches a consumer-facing campaign to highlight our industry. The simple question is... Is it enough? How to...
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Canada Halts Hikvision Local Productions | ResiWeek 490
Streaming is officially more popular than traditional media avenues. What this means for integrators installing the solutions to get these services. HDMI 2.2 has been released by the HDMI forum. Are we still on the HDMI train, or is GPMI the next big thing? Canada orders China-based Hikvision to...
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You Should Probably Change Your Passwords | ResiWeek 489
Remembering HDMI's attempt at Cable Power and the issues inherent. With GPMI on the way, are we seeing a new generation of cable standards? As much as some detest the word resimercial, there are a lot of integrators getting 'out' of the house. What that means for the industry. 16 billion accounts...
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What InfoComm Means For Residential | ResiWeek 488
Last week was InfoComm, one of the largest trade shows for the AV industry. While it definitely tilts towards the commercial side of things, it's still an important event for the AV community and seeing the latest innovations in technology. The video version of this podcast can be found here. The...
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Simple Is The Best Solution | ResiWeek 487
A new botnet threat may hit smart home networks. What integrators need to know to keep their clients safe. CEDIA has been proactive in legislation and awareness of the space. Is this bill a win for the industry? Friend of the show Katye McGregor-Bennett talks about making decisions easy for your...
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What Google's AI Means For Smart Homes | ResiWeek 486
CEDIA Expo will have pickleball! Is this just a fun plug or a way for our editor to have revenge on Matt? Could be both. AV Pro Global acquires RTI Control. What this means for the industry at large. Google's Gemini could be coming to smart home functions. Will AI be the next voice control? And…
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When To Say Yes, And When To Say No | ResiWeek 485
We finally have a week without a specifically T-related story! Sonance acquires Blaze Audio. What this audio expansion means for integrators. Henry Clifford writes about the art of getting a no. Specifically, working your business transactions to be yes or no oriented. Inducting some social...
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Do We Really Need Touchscreens on Amps? | ResiWeek 484
Lyngdorf's new amplifier has a touchscreen interface. Is an all-digital screen a selling point or a detriment? Panasonic is cutting its global workforce by 10,000 people. What this means for our industry. LG integrates with Kardome to introduce spatial hearing AI into their devices. How spatial...
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AI Can't Replace Everybody | ResiWeek 483
Harman acquires some serious audio companies like Bowers & Wilkins, Denon and more. What this means for the CI channel moving forward. Artificial Intelligence is becoming less sci-fi and more spam filter. How can you use it properly to help your business rather than alienate customers? And of...
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Google Is Sunsetting Gen 1 & 2 Nests | ResiWeek 482
Google is ending support for Gen 1 & 2 Nest thermostats. How to help clients when a product gets sunset. OneVision launches a conversation support tool for their ProVision software. How remote support for your customers can in turn support your business. Of course, can't go an episode without...
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The Remodeling Market Amidst Tariffs | ResiWeek 481
Looking at the value of smart homes in the housing market. Does smart home technology make a difference to homebuyers? We can't go a single week without some kind of tariff mention, and this time it's about the remodeling space. The National Association for the Remodeling Industry reported…
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Finding Comfort In Chaos | ResiWeek 480
Yes, we have to talk about tariffs again. Be ready to have this marked in the same manner as 'new normal' or 'unprecedented times' back in 2020. Tariff back-and-forths are causing a lot of chaos in all sectors including the CI channel. What can integrators do to maintain some order amidst the...
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Robots Roll Out (In The Home) | ResiWeek 479
Rolling Robots! Not just an interjection. Samsung's companion robot has Google's Gemini AI built in. Is mobility the thing that voice assistants needed in the house? Speaking of house tech, the 'dumb house' is taking off in places like LA. The main argument is levied against complicated…
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Has Streaming Become Basically Cable? | ResiWeek 478
Spring cleaning is not just for your basement, it could be helpful for your inventory as well. CEDIA has updates on their educational programs in store for Expo, and the opportunities for integrators. Streaming used to be an alternative to cable- But now that everything's split on multiple...
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8K Has A Foothold in Residential | ResiWeek 477
Samsung's' lineup for the year includes 8K. Are we really ready for the next step in display fidelity? Talking shade solutions and the evolution of modern shade technology for the residential space. And finding the potential within the mid-market project. The video version of this podcast can be...
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Yes, We're Talking Sonos Again | ResiWeek 476
Yes, we're talking about Sonos once more. They are committed to improving their app after much derision. Stadia notwithstanding, discussing how cloud gaming can be a potential selling point for integrators. CEDIA unveils improved education programs in store for CEDIA Expo 2025. And a brief...
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AV Has A Place At KBIS | ResiWeek 475
The video version of this podcast can be found here. Last week was the annual KBIS & IBS show, being the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and the International Builders' Show. These shows are directly tied to the AV industry, but are they still worth integrators paying attention? Adapting to change…
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Using Oscar Winners For Showcasing Tech | ResiWeek 474
With security being a concern in the age of connected technology, Matter steps up to bring a secure and private smart home network. Does they have what it takes? Also, what should you using to demo your products to customers? What to consider to bring out the best in your projects. And OneVision...
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Amazon Throws Their Hat Into The AI Ring | ResiWeek 473
OLED and extra-large TVs are leading the charge in display sales according to Omdia surveys. What do integrators need to do to prepare for projects that need TVs like this? Henry Clifford writes to ask, "are you losing sales to monolouging?" When do we need to just let the product speak for…
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Physical Media Still Has A Place... Right? | ResiWeek 472
With the dust settled, we can finally see just how much Integrated Systems Europe has grown with their recent 2025 outing in Barcelona. Do these numbers mean good things for our industry? Talking about HDR (High Dynamic Range) and other options within displays that integrators should be talking…
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Robots In the Home Space | ResiWeek 471
InfoComm 2025 registration is open! Yes, we just finished ISE. Yes, the ride never ends. We look at emerging trends in the home video space. Which streaming options are customers looking for? An anecdotal lesson in customer experience. And finally, robots. Robots specifically in your household.…
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ISE Is Growing While Sonos Is... |ResiWeek 470
For this ResiWeek it's a battle of highs and lows- We're coming off the biggest AV trade show, Integrated Systems Europe 2025! And all of the important news that came from it. We're also on the heels of a major restructuring from Sonos after a particularly difficult year. What lies ahead for the...
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Tech Is Being Silent About Tariffs | ResiWeek 469
Oh, no. Current topics! Yes, we have to talk about tariffs and their impact on tech industries like AV. Is it the time to overreact? Reminding everyone that we recorded this on Monday. ISE 2025 is ongoing! But how important is an international trade show to the residential space? What integrators...
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(Blank) Blu-Rays Are Over! | ResiWeek 468
Sony is discontinuing (blank) blu-ray discs! It's the end of the world for physical media... Probably not. What is going strong is Lightapalooza, and we break down the biggest innovations for lighting in the residential space. WiSA is leading the charge in wireless audio, and what they've got in...
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What Else Deserves A '-Palooza' for AV? | ResiWeek 467
Voice control grows ever more advanced with AI and integrated systems, but what's the balance between comfort and discretion? Looking at the evolution of voice assistants in the smart home space. Lightapalooza 2025 is here, showing the spectacle of lighting for residential. What other verticals...
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The Latest Tech To Watch From CES 2025 | ResiWeek 466
Sonos CEO, Patrick Spence is stepping down after a troublesome app launch. What does this mean for the company moving forward? Nice has thrown their hat into the voice assistant ring with Mylo at CES. What sets it apart from their competitors? Speaking of CES, we talk about what most interested…
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Is Apple 'Ringing' In The New Year? | ResiWeek 465
Apple is rumored to have a smart lock in the works. Is this the next step in their take on the smart home space, or is it too little too late? How smart solutions are being utilized to maximize utility in small spaces. And Henry Clifford writes about curiosity and its use in catching interest for...
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From AVNation, a weekly look into residential side of the audio visual industry. We cover network, security, home audio, and video as well as the impact on your business.
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