Lithe Audio Launches iO1 All-in-One Wireless Indoor and Outdoor Speaker

Lithe Audio, the UK-based manufacturer of wireless audio systems for residential and commercial installations, unveiled the company's new iO1 all-in-one wireless indoor and outdoor speaker at CEDIA Expo 2022, in Dallas, TX. This was also the debut of the company at CEDIA, and the new iO1 IP66-rated speaker design was immediately praised for its ability to simplify installations in any space, requiring only a power source and accommodating six different mounting methods.

During CEDIA 2022 (September 29 to October 1) in Dallas, TX, Origin Acoustics was one of the busiest exhibitors. Following the acquisition of Ambisonic Systems, Origin Acoustics now introduced an expanded range of loudspeakers, including architectural and landscape solutions with pro audio level specifications. It also relaunched renowned subwoofer brand Velodyne Acoustics, and expanded its partnership with Bang & Olufsen, among many other announcements.

The Wireless Speaker and Audio Association (WiSA) attended CEDIA Expo 2022 in Dallas where multiple WiSA Association and WiSA Technologies announcements were made, including recent WiSA HT certified solutions, new products and award wins, including from WiSA members Bang and Olufsen, LG, Dynaudio and Lithe Audio. All these companies and others such as Savant have showcased their latest WiSA HT Certified solutions at CEDIA. And TV brands LG and Hisense showcased their newly launched WiSA SoundSend Certified TVs including the Hisense U7H, U8H and LG C2 and Z2 signature lines.

AudioControl will signal its 45 years in business during CEDIA Expo 2022, which this year takes place in Dallas, TX. The Seattle, WA-based manufacturer will show premium home entertainment solutions to attendees, including a powerful new 70-volt GaN amplifier technology with available Dante network connectivity, innovative solutions to support the custom integration installer, premium 8K home theater products, and much more. All unique integration products Made in USA.

Anticipating a presentation at CEDIA Expo 2022, PSB Speakers announced the Alpha iQ Streaming Powered Speakers with BluOS, an all-in-one audio system designed for modern, tangle-free, audiophile-grade listening. Expanding the Lenbrook Bluesound wireless audio ecosystem, these active bookshelf speakers can be managed with the BluOS Controller app. The Alpha iQ speakers will be available for pre-order online on October 19, 2022, for US $1,499 and retail availability will begin in late November 2022.

Origin Acoustics is breaking new ground for custom integrators with the announcement of an expanded partnership with Bang & Olufsen in the US. Since 2016, Origin Acoustics has been collaborating with Bang & Olufsen on the co-design and manufacturing of certain architectural loudspeakers. Now, Origin has been named US Brand Manager for Bang & Olufsen’s full portfolio in the custom channel.

CEDIA Expo, the trade show now owned by Emerald Expositions, brings together thousands of residential technology integrators, designers and construction professionals, engaging with hundreds of exhibitors as the leading event for smart home technology. Following two challenging years, CEDIA Expo 2022 will take place September 29 – October 1, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, TX.