New AV Gear Connects
A new generation of AV gear including new recievers and wireless speakers have been rolled out at the CEDIA Expo in the USA with most of them now including easy to configure home network capabilities and the ability to interface with iPods and other external sources such as Internet radio, networked PCs external storage devices, and flash-memory drives.

New Uncompressed Audio Technology From NetStream
NetStreams whose products are distributed by Amber Technology has expanded the capability of their multi room audio system by enabling the new system to deliver uncompressed audio over an end-to-end IP network.

Sony To Take On Sonos In Wireless Music War
Sony is set to take on the Sonos wireless multi room music system in a move that could force Sonos to sell through selected mass retailers. The Sony system which is expected to go on sale in Australia for around $599 by the end of the year it is also cheaper that the Sonos System. Sony also claim that the device can be set up easily by a user without any third party installation.

Logitech Continues Its Push Into The Pro Sound World
Logitech International has announced that it has acquired privately--held US company Ultimate Ears for $US 34 million.

Hi Fi Brand Shake Up Mass Retailers Playing A Role
A major shakeup of Hi Fi brands has seen Audio Products Australia pick up the Canadian PSB brand from Amber. APA has also dropped the Klipsh Hi Fi brands Energy and Mirage. It has also emerged that Companies like Amber are investing significantly in the training of mass retailer staff to sell quality two channel sound and home cinema systems due to the specialist market declining.

5.1 Soundbars Set To Be Hot
Hi Fi sound bars that deliver 5.1 channel sounds from a single device are set to be hot as several vendors roll out new offerings. Ideal for football or watching sporting events some of the new sound bars have up to 40 speakers.

Retailers Lining Up To Launch Digital Radio
A number of Australia?s leading retailers and manufacturers of digital radio products have joined forces to ensure a united effort in launching digital radio onto the Australian commercial market later this year.

Logitech Finds Harmony In Small Profit Surge
Logitech International, the world's largest maker of computer mice, posted an 11.5 per cent rise in first-quarter net profit, boosted by the strong performance of Harmony-brand remotes, according to reports.

TDK Life To Run DMC World DJ Championships
Associating their brand with the event for the second year in a row, TDK Life on Record will sponsor the 2008 World DJ Championships to be held throughout July and August in bars and clubs in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane and Perth. The national winner scores an opportunity to represent Australia and compete for the title of ?World DJ Champion?.

The Audio Visual Revolution Begins
According to the MD of new AV company Audio Visual Revolution, Raffi Keverian, although the sector is highly competitive, there is plenty of room for distributors who are experienced, focused and know what they are doing.

New Format To Replace MP3 Under Consideration
A new digital audio format is being discussed with the Motion Picture Group set to meet in Germany next month to consider the new format.

Audio Products & Duran Audio Sign Distributor Pact
The complete range of AXYS sound reinforcement systems is now available in Australia and New Zealand following the signing of a distribution agreement between Audio Products Group and Duran Audio.