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The Resi Weekly Top 10 – 10.09.26
The most visited stories on residentialsystems.com from October 2–8, 2026.
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Events
KlipschFest 2026 Celebrates 80 Years of Sound
Free event takes place at the company’s global headquarters in Indianapolis on November 6–7.
News
Dallas Market Center Launches Practical AI Training for Independent Retailers
RETAIL READY program will take place via social media, email, videos, webinars, and the...
News
Home Assistant Cloud Rebrands as Home Assistant Link
Nabu Casa looks to distance the platform from Big Tech's cloud practices.
Events
ArchLIGHT Summit Opens 2027 Call for Speakers
Proposals are now open for the annual commercial lighting event, now held in June...
Audio
Review: NAD CI SA2-120 Two-Zone BluOS Streaming Amplifier
With the CI SA2-120, NAD has created a two-zone streamer with the custom installation channel firmly in mind.
Lighting & Shades
Emerson Delivers LED Lighting Built to Curb Light Pollution and Preserve Wildlife Habitats
Emerson has integrated dark-sky-compliant technology across its Appleton brand LED portfolio.
Connectivity
Platinum Tools Announces New IP68-Rated Patch and Splicing Cable Enclosure
Now shipping, the weatherproof 746B is small and easy to install in a variety...
Lighting & Shades
Cerno Introduces the Grata Sconce
Available in walnut, dark-stained walnut, white oak, or white-washed oak.
Audio
Esoteric Launches Limited ‘Black Edition’ F-Series Integrated Amplifiers
The "Black Edition" features a meticulously finished, black-anodized exterior.
Technology
BenQ Introduces AK900ST and AK800ST 4K Golf Simulation Projectors
The new projectors combine true 4K UHD resolution, advanced color processing, and automated setup...
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Blogs
Going Beyond the Matter Standard with Aqara Signal Synchronization and Advanced Matter Bridging
Aqara finds a solution to one of Matter’s biggest challenges.
Blogs
What I Learned From a Really Bad Haircut From a Really Nice Guy
Was it terrible? Yes. Would I go back to that business again? Absolutely.
Blogs
Hands On With the Bond Mate Pro Remote, the Bond Bridge Pro, and the Modern Atomics Collider
A remote control designed for the outdoors that works just as well controlling a problematic bathroom shade.
Blogs
John Sciacca’s CEDIA Expo 2026 Highlights
Some of the notable stops on the show floor and in demo rooms.
Blogs
Heard at CEDIA Expo 2026: Get Hired Early, Get Paid for Your Expertise
Panel reveals how to get involved with projects earlier.
Blogs
Third Annual Pickleball Meetup Kicks Off CEDIA Expo 2026
Nearly 50 CEDIA professionals from around the globe participated.
Sponsored
Lutron Introduces Their Latest Intelligent Lighting Solution, Orluna
John Sciacca discusses Orluna Intelligent Lighting with Lutron's Devon Kolumber.
Sponsored
How Draper At Home’s TourneSol Brings Heliotropic Shading to Residential Projects
John Sciacca discusses the new technology with Draper At Home’s Clint Childress.
Sponsored
Case Study: Building the Ultimate Whole-Home Audio Experience
How BluOS and NAD delivered seamless whole-home audio in a luxury custom home.
Back to Business
What’s Holding You Back?
Why pushing for change doesn’t work, and what you should do instead.
Features
Working With Wrensilva
The design-centric record console maker creates a new centerpiece for the listening room.
Features
Wi-Fi 7 Is Only as Good as the Wire Behind It
Why cabling, switching, power delivery, and network design matter more than ever in the multi-gig era.
Features
The Brand Question Every Integration Firm Must Answer
The strongest brands are built on a clear promise, consistent proof, and an experience people remember for the right reasons.
Features
Home Theater Week: Treat the Room as Part of the Picture
Every surface in the home theater interacts with the picture; make sure the room enhances it, not detracts.
Features
Home Theater Week: How to Solve the Center-Channel Challenge for dvLED Video Walls
DSP, engineered loudspeaker placement, acoustic design, and careful calibration can help integrators keep dialog anchored convincingly to the picture.
Events
Registration Opens for ISE 2027
Returns to the Fira de Barcelona, Gran Via, from February 2–5, 2027.
Events
Z-Wave Reveals Agenda for Fall Summit
The Fall Summit takes place September 29–October 1 in Boca Raton, Florida.
Events
AVIXA Announces Leadership Team for RESIDE and Lightapalooza
New appointments support the development of AVIXA’s shows for the residential integration and lighting...
Events
ADI Expands C4Yourself for 2026
Offers new marketing resources, expanded dealer support, and the latest Control4 X4 experience.