
James Careless
James Careless is an award-winning freelance journalist with extensive experience in audio-visual equipment, AV system design, and AV integration. His credits include numerous articles for Systems Contractor News, AV Technology, Radio World, and TV Tech, among others. Careless comes from a broadcasting background, with credits at CBC Radio, NPR, and NBC News. He currently co-produces/co-hosts the CDR Radio podcast, which covers the Canadian defense industry. Careless is a two-time winner of the PBI Media Award for Excellence.
Latest articles by James Careless

Coming Soon to Pro AV: DECT NR+
By James Careless published
This new standard is in position to redefine wireless audio for challenging environments.

An Invitation to Interaction
By James Careless published
Experiential content is a growing trend. How do you balance creativity and budget?

Esports: Commitment to Competition
By James Careless published
The new E-Sports Lab at Long Beach City College supports gaming and career development.

Why Smartboards Are Smart Thinking
By James Careless published
AI and seamless connectivity are among the trends driving development.

Dinner and a Show
By James Careless published
Tasty Pro AV options are enhancing the dining out experience.

Capturing the Audio Content 'Explosion'
By James Careless published
Podcasting is driving microphone sales to the masses.

What HDMI 2.2 Means for Pro AV
By James Careless published
Introduced at CES 2025, the new standard doubles the data rate and enhances the visual experience.

Show Me the Money
By James Careless published
CTI transforms FNBO HQ with a comprehensive AV system refresh.

Behind the Scenes of 'Renoir: A Luminous Evolution'
By James Careless published
Diversified helps the Museum of Art + Light immerse visitors in the artist's life and work.

Here's How AI Poses Ethical, Legal Issues to Content Producers
By James Careless published
Attorney Sid Bose explores how GenAI is being used in the Pro AV space—and whether or not that's a good thing.

The 8K Debate
By James Careless published
Is the Pro AV industry ready to take the next step in resolution?

USB-C and AVoIP
By James Careless published
It's a Pro AV marriage made in connectivity heaven.

First Class AV Accommodations
By James Careless published
Hospitality The Londoner Hotel has an accessible AV system that is inconspicuous to guests.

Using Managed Services Offerings to Run a Smoother AV Operation
By James Careless published
Integrators share how their managed services offerings can help tech managers keep their facilities running smoothly.

NETGEAR Eliminates 1400 Cat 6 Runs for Megapixel VR
By James Careless published
(Sponsored)

Create a Fast, No-Fuss Video Wall Using the NETGEAR M4300 Switch
By James Careless published
(Sponsored)

Achieving Fast 4K Video Throughput Using M4300 AV Over IP Switches
By James Careless published
Uncompressed 4K video is the gold standard for today’s AV/IT operations; delivered with no latency, stutters, and other artifacts.

Making Small Meetings Work
By James Careless published
Even the best-planned small meetings can go wrong if the huddle room is poorly designed and deployed. Here are some ways of making sure small meetings are great meetings.

How AV Will Shape the Future of Education
By James Careless published
With schools moving more content to the cloud and students toting more devices, educational AV is poised to continue its growth in importance.

Sound Reinforcement Remedies
By James Careless published
Few things can hamper a meeting with remote participants more than bad sound. Here are some solutions to common audio ailments.
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