Features

AV interfaces proliferate

With the debut of Thunderbolt, pro AV is getting another interface, like it or not. Tim Kridel examines how the interface ecosystem is evolving.


MADI for it

Despite the rise of new digital audio interfaces such as DANTE and the nascent AVB standards, MADI continues to find favour with the pro audio community. Chris Fitzsimmons finds out why.

White paper: Ubiquitous, any-to-any video communication

Polycom has launched the Open Visual Communications Consortium (OVCC) to promote interoperability in video communications. In this white paper the company explains the OVCC, its purpose and how it is addressing communication challenges.

Casio XJ-A135 reviewed

The XJ-A135 is part of Casio’s Green Slim projector series. Its LED and laser hybrid light source provides approximately 20,000 operating hours and offers 2,000 ANSI lumens. Power consumption is less than one watt in standby mode and it boasts a 2x optical zoom.

Microsoft Research encourages patients to take their medicine

A team at Microsoft's research wing has developed a working prototype of a system that may help to encourage physical injury sufferers to do their exercises by giving them a clearer understanding of what's going on. A therapist would use the device to project a series of graphics of underlying bone, muscle tissue, tendons or nerves directly onto the body of a patient to help explain the nature of the injury and prescribe effective treatment. The device can also take photos during a consultation,

Survival in Dubai

Current reports suggest that Dubai has been the victim of its own speedy success and is now paying the price of unsustainable growth. Anna Mitchell looks behind the headlines to see what opportunities the emirate still has to offer the AV industry.