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Inside CI Daily: The latest industry stories, in minutes for busy Integrators Stay up to date with the Custom Installation industry — without finding time to sit down and read the news. Inside CI Daily delivers the latest daily CI industry stories in short, easy-to-digest episodes designed for busy integrators on the go. Whether you’re driving between jobs, heading to a site, or working through an install, get a fast roundup of the news that matters — in minutes. From product launches and brand announcements to industry developments, partnerships, training, and business updates, we turn the day’s key stories into quick audio briefings you can listen to anywhere. The latest CI industry stories, in minutes — for busy integrators and fellow professionals on the go. New episodes are released every weekday. Written by humans voiced by AI

  1. 3d ago

    Polar Brings AI Speech To UK Integrators With Live Demos And Q&A

    Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Polar is bringing AI Speech to the UK and Ireland, and we break down what that actually means for anyone designing, specifying or supporting modern meeting spaces. If you’ve ever sat through a hybrid call where voices vanish into room echo, or camera framing never finds the person speaking, you’ll recognise the problems AI Speech is trying to solve with AI-powered audio and video built for professional conferencing. We walk through what’s being launched and why it’s relevant: conference speakerphones, 360-degree noise-cancelling microphones, ceiling microphone arrays, 4K conferencing cameras, voice tracking cameras and intelligent audio-visual tracking systems. The headline isn’t just more hardware, it’s the combination of microphone array technology with AI-based processing aimed at better speech intelligibility, stronger noise reduction and practical reverberation cancellation in real rooms. We also share Polar’s view of where the opportunity sits across corporate, education and government projects, and why the distributor believes the range can compete with established manufacturers while giving integrators a fresh option for conferencing builds. You’ll also get the full run-down of the London launch event at the Fraser London Showroom on Old Street, including the two identical one-hour sessions, the live video link with AI Speech headquarters, and the remote demo of a working system at Polar’s base. Dr Ping Zhu joins the launch, and we touch on the company’s backstory too, founded in Cambridge in 2007 before moving operations to Suzhou and now returning to the UK market through this partnership. If you find this useful, subscribe, share the episode with a colleague, and leave us a review with your biggest conferencing audio challenge. Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    Polar Brings AI Speech To UK Integrators With Live Demos And Q&A

  2. 5d ago

    Inside PMC’s 35th Anniversary Showcase At The Capitol Records Tower

    Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 A landmark studio upgrade rarely happens quietly, and PMC’s latest news makes that clear. We’re at the Capitol Records Tower in Los Angeles, where PMC celebrates 35 years with a music industry night built around live performance and critical listening. With artists, engineers, producers and senior figures in the room, the message is direct: monitoring still sits at the centre of modern music production, and the choices being made now are shaped by immersive workflows as much as classic stereo reference. From there, we dig into the headline that matters most to custom installation and studio design professionals: a major new PMC installation across Capitol Studios. Following a significant refurbishment timed with the facility’s 70th anniversary, more than 50 of PMC’s latest loudspeakers are now deployed across all six studios, alongside additional PMC Hi-Fi and on-wall speakers throughout offices and boardrooms. We walk through the room-by-room picture, from new main monitor systems and custom subwoofers in Studios A and B to Studio C’s stereo and immersive setup, plus the wider surround and height speaker duties that come with today’s production standards. We also spotlight the technology story behind the flagship PMC 10-4, including its Advanced Transmission Line design, Laminare X airflow, dedicated mid-range dome and high-frequency driver, and dedicated amplification totalling 5,600 watts. Finally, we share why PMC’s co-CEOs call this the biggest installation in the company’s history and what that signals for integrators, specifiers and anyone building reliable monitoring for demanding clients. Subscribe for weekday Inside CI news, share the episode with a colleague, and leave us a review. What’s the most important factor for you when specifying studio monitors: translation, headroom, or consistency across immersive rooms? Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    Inside PMC’s 35th Anniversary Showcase At The Capitol Records Tower

  3. 6d ago

    Experience L-Acoustics HYRISS At The Highgate Showroom Open Day

    Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 You can read about immersive audio all day and still not know what it feels like until you sit in the room. That is the promise behind the L-Acoustics and Audiologic trade open day in London on 8 October, and we break down exactly why it matters for UK integrators, consultants, and anyone specifying high-performance audio in premium spaces. We walk through what’s happening at the L-Acoustics Highgate facility, including the three time slots designed to give installers genuine hands-on time with the systems and access to the project support teams. We also unpack the bigger industry context: Audiologic’s recent appointment as a certified provider distributor for L-Acoustics installation products across the UK and Ireland, and what that can mean when you need a smoother path from product choice to project delivery. The headline attraction is HIRIS, the Hyperreal Immersive Sound Space. We explain how it blends L-ISA spatial audio, Ambiance acoustic enhancement, and Anima machine learning upmixing so the room can shift between concert hall, cinema, stadium, and lounge style acoustics at the touch of a panel. Alongside that, we preview what you can hear and compare on the day, including X Series, S-Series, A-Series installation loudspeakers, SOCA in-wall systems, and the L-ISA Processor 2 in stereo and immersive configurations, all inside a residential-inspired showroom built to mirror real client environments. If you care about immersive audio, custom installation, and demo spaces that actually help you sell the experience, listen now, share the episode with a colleague, and leave us a review with the one question you would ask at the Highgate open day. Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    Experience L-Acoustics HYRISS At The Highgate Showroom Open Day

  4. Sep 25

    AI-Enhanced Epson 3LCD Projectors For 500-Inch Home Cinema

    Send us Fan Mail Epson has just refreshed its home cinema line-up in a way that should catch every integrator’s eye: 4K laser projection backed by AI-driven picture optimisation, plus Matter support for smarter control. We break down what’s been announced and why it matters if you’re designing media rooms, dedicated home theatres, or flexible family spaces where performance has to hold up in the real world, not just on a spec sheet. We walk through the platform story first, with Epson’s latest 3LCD laser foundation enhanced by an MT9681 chipset and smart home compatibility spanning Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and Home Assistant. That interoperability angle is more than a buzzword; it can shape how you specify control, reduce friction during commissioning, and make the handover experience cleaner for clients who expect everything to work together. Then we get practical on model choice and use cases. The EH-LS5000 and EH-LS6000 target versatile home cinema installs, stepping from 2,500 to 3,400 lumens for brighter rooms, while AIPQ Scene 2.0 Plus processing, intelligent upscaling, motion optimisation, HDR10, and HLG support aim to keep content looking sharp and smooth. For bigger, more demanding projects, the EH-LS7000 brings 3,600 lumens and ISF-certified optimisation, and the EH-LS7500 introduces short throw into Epson’s pro home range, opening up compact spaces and specialist installs like indoor golf simulation and gaming. We also touch on the upgraded laser engine with LD Boost technology, designed to raise brightness without adding noise. Subscribe for more daily custom installation and AV industry news, and if this brief helped, share it with a colleague and leave a review so more integrators can find us. Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    AI-Enhanced Epson 3LCD Projectors For 500-Inch Home Cinema

  5. Sep 23

    Wharfedale Claims Tighter Bass With A New Long-Throw Driver And ABR Design

    Send us Fan Mail A new subwoofer line can look like “just another box”, right up until you have to spec bass that’s clean, controlled, and client-proof across wildly different rooms. Today we bring you a tight, practical news brief on Wharfedale’s Nova series, a new family of active subwoofers aimed squarely at custom installation, from compact spaces to full-fat home cinema. We walk through the range model by model: Nova 8 for smaller rooms, desktop systems, and discreet installs; Nova 10 for medium-sized rooms that still need agility; Nova 12 for deeper extension and more dynamic impact; and Nova 15 for demanding installations where output and depth are non-negotiable. If you’re choosing subwoofer size for room volume, seating distance, or target SPL, this line-up is designed to make that decision straightforward while keeping you in one consistent product family. Then we dig into what Wharfedale says is doing the heavy lifting: a newly engineered long-throw driver using a rigid, lightweight paper cone with a proprietary coating, plus a die-cast chassis, high-roll surround, high-excursion motor, large diameter voice coil for thermal efficiency, and an aluminium shorting ring to reduce distortion. We also cover the downward-firing mass-loaded auxiliary bass radiator (ABR) used across the range, designed to extend low frequencies without the turbulence, compression, and resonance issues that can come with reflex ports. We wrap with the installer-relevant details: high-current Class D amplification rated from 200W to 360W (model dependent) with up to 80V peak output, matte black finish, and UK pricing at £799 (Nova 8), £899 (Nova 10), £1,099 (Nova 12), and £1,299 (Nova 15). If this helped you think through subwoofer selection for custom installation, subscribe, share the episode with a colleague, and leave us a review so more integrators can find the briefing. Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    Wharfedale Claims Tighter Bass With A New Long-Throw Driver And ABR Design

  6. Sep 22

    Five UK Stops For CEDIA’s Cabling And Infrastructure Technician Certification

    Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 CEDIA is making a smart move for UK technicians who are short on time but serious about standards: the Cabling and Infrastructure Technician (CIT) certification exam is going on the road. We break down what’s happening, why it matters, and how this change could make certification feel less like a distant “one day” goal and more like something you can actually book and achieve this autumn. If you work in custom installation, smart home integration, AV, networking, or structured cabling, this news is directly about your career runway. We run through the five UK CIT exam sessions and what each date means in practical terms, from planning travel to getting your prep sorted. The CIT certification is geared towards technicians in the first years of the job, giving you a way to prove foundational knowledge, build confidence on site, and show a clear commitment to professional development. For integrators and employers, it’s a brand-neutral credential that helps raise credibility and consistency across the sector. We also dig into the wider benefits CEDIA highlights: support towards Member of Excellence ambitions, increased visibility via the CEDIA Finder Smart Home Professional Directory, and pathways such as eligibility to act as a Smart Home Assessor under the CEDIA Smart Home Assurance Programme. There’s also a very practical angle for site work, with the CIT qualification potentially supporting eligibility for the CEA Home Technology Integrator ECS Card for qualifying professionals. To reduce barriers further, CEDIA is giving every registered candidate a free CIT textbook (normally £65), and we flag the key reminder that places are limited and early booking is advised via CEDIA’s online calendar. If this helped, subscribe so you don’t miss the weekday brief, share the episode with a colleague who’s levelling up, and leave a review telling us which UK location you’d want next. Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    Five UK Stops For CEDIA’s Cabling And Infrastructure Technician Certification

  7. Sep 18

    BenQ Uses AI Simsense To Make Simulator Golf Look Real

    Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 AI is starting to change what “good enough” looks like in a golf simulator room, and BenQ’s latest projector launch is a sign of where the market is heading. We share the key details on the BenQ AK900ST and AK800ST, two new short throw projectors designed to deliver a more lifelike indoor golf experience by using AI-driven image optimisation rather than relying on static picture modes. We dig into BenQ AI Simsense, an image enhancement approach powered by an onboard APU that analyses the simulation environment and the ambient lighting on the impact screen, then adjusts colour, contrast and clarity in real time. The promise is simple but important for both commercial venues and premium home installs: more natural course colours, sharper detail and better terrain perception, so the visuals keep up as simulation shifts from a practice tool into a true entertainment platform. We also look at the install and usability features that matter to busy integrators. Auto Screen Fit 2.0 aims to speed up alignment on curved or flat screens, AutoFocus brings motorised precision without manual tuning, and Ambient Visual Enhancer adapts output to changing room light. Beyond golf, scene memory helps users jump between simulation, films, gaming and sport with optimised presets, while dual source picture-in-picture makes it possible to watch YouTube coaching alongside gameplay, a smart hook for beginners and families. If you found this useful, subscribe for weekday CI news, share the episode with a colleague, and leave us a review so more installers can find the show. Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    BenQ Uses AI Simsense To Make Simulator Golf Look Real

  8. Sep 17

    Blok Axis Brings Precision Stability To Stand Mount Speakers

    Send us Fan Mail Your loudspeakers can only sound as stable as what they’re sitting on, and that’s why we’re taking a close look at Blok’s new Axis speaker stand range. If you’ve ever heard muddy bass, vague imaging or a mid-range that feels slightly “blurred”, the cause might not be your amp or your speakers, it could be vibration, resonance and poor mechanical control in the support chain. We run through what Blok means by a transparent design philosophy and why Axis is engineered for acoustic neutrality. You’ll hear the practical details that matter to custom installation: a precision machined metal top plate, integrated rubber isolation pads to decouple the speaker, and a rigid extruded metal column that’s fully mass-fillable with Isofill acoustic damping material. We also cover the layered plywood plinth base, chrome-plated steel spikes for mechanical grounding, and optional floor guard discs for hard floors, all aimed at improving stability and tightening low-frequency control. For system design and loudspeaker placement, Axis keeps things straightforward with three height options (500mm, 600mm and 700mm) at a single price point, plus finishes that suit both modern interiors and premium audio systems. Subscribe for weekday Inside CI News Briefs, share this with an integrator or hi-fi friend, and leave a review with your take: how much difference have speaker stands made in your setup? Now lets hit play and catch up on the latest news.  Sign up for our weekly newsletter - https://linkly.link/2gPF0 Support the Podcast by using our Affiliated links, it costs you no extra: Earn Microsoft Points to spend on Games - https://linkly.link/2gVsi Get up to 86% of Surfshark One - https://linkly.link/2t8zX Great deals on Zen Broadband - https://linkly.link/2SXqb Support the podcast by shopping on Amazon - https://geni.us/npUEx

    Blok Axis Brings Precision Stability To Stand Mount Speakers
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Inside CI Daily: The latest industry stories, in minutes for busy Integrators Stay up to date with the Custom Installation industry — without finding time to sit down and read the news. Inside CI Daily delivers the latest daily CI industry stories in short, easy-to-digest episodes designed for busy integrators on the go. Whether you’re driving between jobs, heading to a site, or working through an install, get a fast roundup of the news that matters — in minutes. From product launches and brand announcements to industry developments, partnerships, training, and business updates, we turn the day’s key stories into quick audio briefings you can listen to anywhere. The latest CI industry stories, in minutes — for busy integrators and fellow professionals on the go. New episodes are released every weekday. Written by humans voiced by AI

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