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June 17, 2026
 
 
Residential Systems SmartBrief
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The Business of Aging in Place
The Business of Aging in Place
By Anthony Savona Tales of a “silver tsunami” have been circulating the industry for years, with people living longer and expressing a desire to stay in their homes for as long as possible. The non-marketing-friendly term “aging in place” has been floating throughout custom installation as a field to watch and an opportunity waiting to be realized. But what does that look like? What kind of training or additional services do integrators need to offer to participate?
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Creating A Resort-Like Backyard Oasis
Utilizing a variety of PureEdge TruColor™ RGBTW architectural lighting systems, Technology Integrator Chase Goodman, owner of Cactus Sight & Sound, designed a vibrant space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. We're thrilled to present this video case study of this gorgeous project. Watch Now
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Kanto Living Acquires Furrion Outdoor TV Product Line Assets
Kanto expects a smooth transition process with no immediate disruption to product availability or customer support.
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Industry Mourns the Passing of Vanco Owner and CEO Brad Corbin
Brad Corbin joined Vanco as president in 1999 and acquired the company in 2007.
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CEDIA Expo to Provide Focus on Power in the Home
Includes power categories being represented on the show floor and in the education sessions.
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Technology Update
 
AudioControl Debuts Hyperion APR-16 Immersive Home Cinema Processor
Features premium 32-bit ESS Sabre DACs, studio-grade pixel-accurate HDMI video, 24-bit/192 kHz sampling rate support, and a comprehensive array of analog outputs.
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Coastal Source Introduces 1000 Series Bollards
Building upon the legacy of the company's 10.0 Bollards, the new 1000 Series delivers a significant advancement in outdoor audio performance.
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Josh.ai Launches AI X OS
The release expands Josh.ai’s integration of AI across its control ecosystem.
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Resi First Look with John Sciacca — Juke Audio’s New AudioMate Solution
 
Resi First Look with John Sciacca — Juke Audio’s New AudioMate Solution
In this interview, John speaks with Colton Forth, president of Juke Audio, about their latest innovation: AudioMate. This versatile, all-in-one wireless adapter bridges the gap between centralized equipment and remote audio sources. By leveraging HDMI ARC/eARC and RCA connections, the AudioMate eliminates the need for complex wiring in retrofit or new construction. Forth explains how the device integrates seamlessly into the Juke ecosystem, allowing users to stream TV audio or analog to any zone via a simple, app-driven interface.
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