Zachary Comeau

United States

Senior Editor at CE Pro

I cover the custom electronics industy for @ce_pro. Formerly @MyTechDecisions, @commintegrator, etc. Girl dad. Dog dad. Husband. Boston sports. Bad @ golf.

Articles

Multipurpose Media Rooms Surge on Projects in 2025, Per CE Pro Home Entertainment Market Research

1 week ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

After years of shifting preferences and pandemic-driven redefinition of what “home entertainment” means, the dedicated home theater is no longer a nostalgic luxury in 2025—it’s a market in resurgence. And it’s not alone. Multipurpose media rooms, immersive audio, projection systems, and even microLED are making deeper inroads into residential projects.
Z-Wave Alliance Certifies Silicon Labs, Trident IoT Under New Protocol Standard

1 week ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

The Z-Wave Alliance has announced that both Silicon Labs and Trident IoT have earned the organization’s newly established Z-Wave Protocol Certification, a milestone aimed at ensuring continued interoperability, security, and innovation across the global Z-Wave smart home ecosystem. The certification applies to the silicon and software platforms provided by both companies, currently the primary silicon suppliers supporting the Z-Wave ecosystem.
Ed Note: Why I'm All in on Custom Integration

1 week ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

Hey everyone! I’m Zach, and I am beyond excited to be the new editorial leader for CE Pro. I’ve been with the brand for about three years, and frankly, I’ve had a blast covering the custom home integration industry. I came from CE Pro’s commercial sister publication Commercial Integrator, where I was introduced to manufacturers like Crestron, L-Acoustics, Sonos, LG, Samsung, and so many other companies that cater to both commercial and residential markets.
How Coastal Source Is Redefining Outdoor Lighting with EVO

2 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

In this CE Pro interview, Peter Sepesi, vice president of sales at Coastal Source, describes the EVO lighting line as a major evolution in the company’s outdoor lighting portfolio, developed based on over a decade of real-world experience. EVO—short for “evolution”—is the result of everything the company has learned from the field, not just in terms of product design, but also installation practices and integrator needs. The line is positioned as a premium solution and is still actively evolving.
Nice Names Mohamed Ali Vaid CEO of North America Operations

2 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

Nice has appointed Mohamed Ali Vaid as CEO of Nice North America, effective immediately. Vaid will lead the company’s strategic initiatives and growth efforts across the region. Vaid brings more than two decades of leadership experience from global companies including General Electric, Toyota, United Technologies, and most recently Dematic, where he served as Senior Vice President.
Apple Unveils Liquid Glass in Vibrant Shake-Up to Its TV Tech

2 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

Apple has introduced tvOS 26, the latest update to its smart TV platform, bringing a redesigned user interface, new Apple Music Sing capabilities, and expanded FaceTime support to Apple TV 4K devices. The update centers around a new visual aesthetic called Liquid Glass, which uses real-time rendering to reflect and refract surrounding colors, giving Apple TV a more vibrant and immersive look.
Roku Expands Roku-Made TV Lineup with Enhanced Pro Series Model

2 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

Roku is launching its refreshed 2025 Roku-made TV lineup, including new versions of the Roku Select, Plus, and higher-end mini-LED Pro Series. Building on the company’s vertically integrated approach, these Roku-branded TVs combine proprietary software and purpose-built hardware in sizes ranging from 24 to 85 inches. The company first launched its own branded TV sets a few years ago after years of success with its set-top boxes and licensing its smart TV operating system to other manufacturers.
Hisense' M2 Pro 4K Laser Mini Projector is Designed for Portability and Performance

3 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

Hisense has announced the M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector, which the company describes as its smallest, lightest, and most portable 4K laser projector to date. Aimed at users seeking a compact form factor without sacrificing performance, the M2 Pro is designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, with features intended to support flexible installation and usage scenarios. The company says the unit weighs 1.06 kilograms and measures 205mm x 123.5mm x 43.5mm, making it suitable for mobile use.
FBI Warns of BADBOX 2.0 Botnet Threat to Smart Homes: What Integrators Need to Know

3 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

The FBI has issued a public warning about the rise of cybercriminal activity leveraging compromised IoT devices in connected homes in a development that could carry implications for the professional smart home industry. The alert, issued on June 5, outlines the resurgence of a botnet known as BADBOX 2.0, a malware campaign that the FBI says is affecting “millions” of Internet-connected devices.
Your Fast Track to Qualified Buyers: What Every Vendor Should Know About Total Tech Summit

3 weeks ago | cepro.com | Zachary Comeau

If you’re looking to get your brand in front of the top decision-makers in the custom integration, commercial AV, and security markets, Total Tech Summit 2025 is where it happens. This isn’t your typical trade show. No crowded booths and hustling around a huge show floor. Total Tech Summit delivers guaranteed, pre-scheduled, hand-selected meetings with the industry’s most influential integrators.