13th March 2025

ISE 2025: Game-Changing AV Innovations from Barcelona

It's always exciting to see new technology hitting the market, and this year's ISE in Barcelona was no exception. With a record-breaking 85,351 unique visitors from 168 countries, the event was packed with cutting-edge AV and collaboration solutions innovations. Here's a look at some of the standout products we discovered.

Our Team's Stand Out Product: Logitech Rally Board 65

The Logitech Rally Board 65 is redefining video conferencing with its all-in-one 65-inch 4K touchscreen solution. Built for seamless collaboration, it integrates an AI-powered camera, microphones and speakers, ensuring crystal-clear communication. Native support for Microsoft Teams Rooms, Zoom Rooms and Google Meet makes it easy to deploy in any meeting space.

Key benefits:

  • Auto-framing and speaker tracking: Logitech's RightSight 2 technology ensures participants are always in view.
  • Superior audio clarity: RightSound technology minimises background noise, making conversations clearer.
  • Enhanced interactivity: The digital whiteboarding feature allows teams to collaborate in real time.
  • Scalability: Additional Logitech Rally Mic Pods can extend audio coverage for larger meeting spaces.

 

Noteworthy New Product: Arthur Holm's Stylish Motorised Retractable Boxes

Arthur Holm continues to push the boundaries of sleek, functional AV solutions with their stylish motorised retractable boxes. These elegantly designed solutions provide a modern, clutter-free workspace while offering easy access to essential connectivity features.

Key benefits:

  • Space-saving design: Perfect for boardrooms and high-end meeting spaces.
  • Mechanical elegance: A seamless integration of technology and aesthetics.
  • Enhanced security: Protects AV equipment when not in use.


New Products Discovered by the Southern Team

DTEN Vue Pro – Multi-Camera Solution

DTEN's Vue Pro is an affordable multi-camera system with evolving intelligence. While video switching currently relies on computing power rather than audio, upcoming improvements promise to make this solution even more effective. Best used with the DTEN Bar or DX7.

Lightware - C-PopUp-10RN

A compact USB-C retractor pop-up for meeting tables, this pairs with Lightware USB cables for video, audio and 100W charging. Adding a Lightware Taurus makes it a great addition to an MTR setup for seamless content sharing and BYOD support.

Lightware – UCX-4x3-HCM40

This USB-C & HDMI 2.0 universal video matrix extends a desktop to the meeting room over a single cable, potentially allowing dual-screen BYOD. However, users need to configure their displays each time they connect, depending on laptop specifications.

Neat – BYOD Bar

While pricing and full details are yet to be released, Neat's BYOD Bar is expected to be a cost-effective alternative to the Neat Bar Gen 2, removing the need for a Neat Pad.


New Products Discovered by the Northern Team

HP Poly: Updates to Full Poly Range

The Poly X32, X52 and X72 now come with Android onboard, while the V32, V52 and V72 are MTR on Windows. The G62 and G9 base units support both Android and MTR. All devices now use TC10 controllers, phasing out the GC8 and eliminating the need for a touch panel, allowing HDMI direct-to-bar/NUC setups.

Yealink Expands Audio and Video Solutions

Yealink is making strides in audio and video solutions with new innovations designed to enhance meeting spaces. The Yealink CM50 is a ceiling-mounted beamforming microphone array that ensures improved audio pickup, allowing participants to be heard clearly from anywhere in the room. 

Additionally, the Yealink CMKit-121 introduces DANTE ceiling microphones paired with Yealink’s DSP box, providing superior sound management and seamless integration into existing setups. 

Another exciting addition is the Yealink MTower, a promising new solution with full details yet to be released but one that is expected to elevate Yealink’s conferencing technology further.

K-Array Innovations

K-Array continues to impress with its cutting-edge AV solutions that merge high-performance audio with sleek design. The K-Array Rail is a sophisticated 1.2m LED lighting system integrated with speakers, creating a seamless audiovisual experience ideal for modern installations. 

For those seeking premium sound quality in a compact form, the K-Array Vyper offers a 50cm passive line array with eight 1” neodymium magnet transducers, all housed in an elegant aluminium chassis. 

Finally, the K-Array Micro Maxx PoE Amp stands out as the most powerful PoE amplifier available, delivering up to 240W via AES67 and DANTE connectivity. This eliminates the need for external processors, making it a compact yet powerful solution for high-end audio applications.

 

What’s Next for AV in 2025?

ISE 2025 proved once again why it's the premier event for AV and collaboration technology. With an ever-expanding range of innovative products, we're excited to integrate these solutions into our projects, helping clients achieve more seamless, effective communication and collaboration. We can't wait to see what's next!