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The Resi Weekly Top 10 – 08.21.26
The most visited stories on residentialsystems.com from August 14–20, 2026.
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CEDIA Show
CEDIA Expo Smart Stage Connects with Actionability
Exhibitor-sponsored thought leadership from Infratech, Josh.ai, Just Video Walls, Kaleidescape, Savant, and Sonos, live...
CEDIA Show
Calm Tech Certified Partner Program for Integrators Launches at CEDIA Expo 2026
A design-first training program focused on creating seamless experiences for those who live, work,...
Awards
CEDIA Announces 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award and Fellow Recipients
Peter Lyngdorf has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Dave Tkachuk and Gordon...
News
BlueConnect Partners Names Colin Burke McClure Senior Partner
Veteran IoT and consumer electronics executive expands leadership role as BlueConnect strengthens its AI,...
Features
Shades Week Case Study: Radical Renovation Calls for PoE Shading
Somfy motors simplified the installation of 23 roller shades and 11 drapery tracks throughout a renovated residence.
CEDIA Show
Bond Announces Plans for CEDIA Expo
Will introduce new products and announce its new shade, ceiling fan, and automation partners.
Automation
Savant to Show SavantOS 12, Savant AI, and More at CEDIA Expo
SavantOS 12 will standardize the company's software offering into a single, unified platform.
Internet of Things
Shelly Flood S Gen4 Smart Water Leak Sensor Launched
New smart water leak sensor provides early detection for smart home systems.
Audio
BIC America Releases On-Wall Speakers Designed for Today’s Large-Screen TVs
New on-wall towers, center channels, and dual-angle surrounds combine traditional passive-speaker engineering with space-conscious...
Audio
Vanco Expands Beale Street Audio Lineup with New Indoor/Outdoor Surface-Mount Speakers
W65V-BSC and W80V-BSC combine rugged, weatherproof design with flexible power options for commercial and...
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Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: Vanco
Vanco gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: Blustream
Blustream gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: ADI
ADI gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: Quantum Media Systems
Quantum Media Systems gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: Alfred International
Alfred International gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Blogs
2026 CEDIA Shares: D-Tools
D-Tools gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo exhibit.
Integration Guides
Read the Integration Guide to Home Theater
In this supplement, we talk to industry experts about how they successfully position home...
Integration Guides
Working With Distributors — Partnerships, Pathways, and Products
How distributors are helping their dealer partners navigate through volatile times.
Sponsored
HDMI 2.2 Specification: More Bandwidth for Richer Color and Immersive Entertainment
As display technology, gaming platforms, professional AV systems, and immersive entertainment continue to evolve,...
Integration Guides
Read the Integration Guide to Outdoor Tech
Outdoor tech has become a huge business for integrators and features a rapidly growing...
Features
Shades Week: PoE Isn’t a Magic Wand
How power budgeting, surge protection, and outage testing ensure reliable security system performance.
Behind the Business
Shades Week: Moving Beyond Window Shades
What integrators need to know before branching into motorized exterior shading.
Behind the Business
Shades Week: Choosing Shade Power With the Long Game in Mind
Often overlooked, the proper power option can lead to near-service-free motorized shade relationship.
Features
Shades Week: A Shade for Any Window
Brading Specialty Shades thinks outside of the box (motor) to create unique motorized shade options.
Features
Tech on TV
I find myself noticing the home technology used in television shows and saying…'Wait, where is the tech?!"
Features
Plan Longer and Fear Less
Expanding your planning windows lets you see a bigger picture and work around short-term issues.
CEDIA Show
D-Tools to Unveil New Cloud Capabilities at CEDIA Expo 2026
New features include AI-assisted workflows, inventory and asset management on mobile, and two-way QuickBooks...
Events
ADI Launches Control4 NEXT Conference
Three-day education event brings together advanced training, product innovation, and collaboration with Control4 engineering...
CEDIA Show
VITAL Offers Complimentary Business Clarity Sessions at CEDIA Expo 2026
In 15 minutes, a VITAL business expert will work one-on-one with each participant to...
CEDIA Show
Blackwire Designs Brings Networking and Infrastructure Partners to CEDIA Expo 2026
Will have experts from RUCKUS, Island, and Dylan Innovations at its CEDIA Expo booth.