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October 24, 2025
 
 
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Tech Showcase – The Latest Floorstanding Speakers
Tech Showcase – The Latest Floorstanding Speakers
For some homeowners, hiding the speakers is a crime — no matter what their interior designer might say. Here is a collection of some of the latest floorstanding speakers that sound as good as they look.
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The Future of Retail: What's Coming in 2026
AI personalization and seamless customer experiences defined 2025, but the retail landscape is about to shift again. Join us on November 5th for a fast-paced webinar where industry experts reveal the top trends and technologies shaping 2026. Discover how to stay ahead, boost productivity, and deliver next-level shopping experiences. Register now!
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Today's News
 
Lighthouse Design Studio Adds Sales Rep Firms, Announces Lightapalooza 2026 Sessions
Atlantic Integrated, Sound Tech Marketing, Momentum Marketing, and F.B. Sales Inc. to represent the outdoor lighting design firm.
Full Story: Residential Systems (10/23)
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D-Tools to Hold User Conference in Atlanta in February 2026
Promises three days of training, networking, and business growth for the integration community.
Full Story: Residential Systems (10/23)
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Technology Update
 
JBL Shows New 4369 Studio Monitor at Tokyo International Audio Show
 
JBL Shows New 4369 Studio Monitor at Tokyo International Audio Show
Harman Luxury Audio Group debuted the JBL 4369 Studio Monitor at the 2025 Tokyo International Audio Show. As the new flagship in the JBL Studio Monitor Series, the 2-way floorstanding loudspeaker builds upon the legacy of the JBL 4367 with a suite of acoustic and design upgrades purpose-built for the most discerning audiophiles and music lovers.
Full Story: Residential Systems (10/23)
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Coastal Source Introduces New Accessories for Hardscape Razor Outdoor Speakers
Two new mounting solutions and a planter provide additional options for installation, helping to preserve the visual integrity of outdoor spaces.
Full Story: Residential Systems (10/23)
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Pila Raises $4M to Scale Plug-In Home Batteries; Now Available for Pre-Order
Pila delivers affordable, modular backup power for renters, multifamily, and small businesses.
Full Story: Residential Systems (10/23)
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WhyReboot and Bigleaf Networks to Deliver Always-On Connectivity for Cloud Applications
Partnership combines WhyReboot’s expertise in custom networking with Bigleaf’s industry-leading cloud-first SD-WAN.
Full Story: Residential Systems (10/23)
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The Power of AI in Contact Centers
AI offers a solution for contact centers to achieve more with fewer resources, without compromising quality. Join the webinar with Salesforce and Leaptree on October 29th and learn the three types of AI every contact center leader needs: Predictive AI, which automates QA scoring; Generative AI, which delivers clear agent feedback; and Autonomous AI, which drives real-time training. Register now!
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Today's Polls
 
The 2025 Integrator Halloween Candy Showdown
 
The 2025 Integrator Halloween Candy Showdown
Last year, our sister publication Systems Contractor News put 16 traditional Halloween candies to the test to see which was the most popular. The finals came down to a thriller, but Snickers walked away victorious, taking down Starbursts in a close call. (You can read the recap, with interviews from each candy, here.) The competition has returned this year, and we thought all integrators should be represented, so here is your chance! Vote for your favorite candies in our polls and stay tuned to find out which will grab the glory in 2025!
 
The SCN Halloween Candy Showdown: Game 9
Round 2 is underway! Who moves on to the final four candies?
VoteNo. 14 Butterfinger
VoteNo. 11 Gummy Bears
 
The SCN Halloween Candy Showdown: Game 10
Round 2 continues. Will reigning champs Snickers move on to the semis?
VoteNo. 9 Skittles
VoteNo. 1 Snickers
 
The SCN Halloween Candy Showdown: Game 11
Who's moving on to the semifinals? Help us decide!
VoteNo. 10 Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
VoteNo. 2 Starbursts
 
 
 
 
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