Key Insights Gleaned from Christie's Presentation at ISE 2025
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ISE 2025 is a wrap, and it was a wild ride! From the insanely impressive display of over 1600 exhibitors to the thought-provoking panel discussions, this year's event left us speechless. We managed to sneak a peek at some of the hottest new tech in AV, and here's a lowdown on what went down at Christie's stand.
Projection's Here to Stay, Baby!
Projection was the star of the show, and Christie toasted to its longevity with the Sapphire 4K40-RGBH - the world's first high-brightness projector with hybrid laser illumination - yup, that's all courtesy of Christie, folks! This beauty combines RGB pure laser and dual laser phosphor illumination and works seamlessly with screens of all sorts. Perfect for creating stunning visuals on standard gain screens, silver screen 3D, and rear-screen projection surfaces in both 2D and passive and active 3D, this puppy is the real deal.
We also saw projection mapping, which is a strictly projection-led party trick (can't be done with LED technology, fam), transform some damn stunning displays. At ISE, we witnessed this badass tech used by artist Quayola on the Casa Batlló's facade. Over at the Christie booth, we got a glimpse of a projection-mapped temple-inspired 3D sculpture sporting over 800,000 facets, using two Griffyn 4K50-RGB pure laser projectors.
Market and Application-Driven Displays
Trade shows have long surpassed the days of simple boxes and rectangular screens on stands. Nope, now we're all about demonstrating how AV technology can integrate into various applications. At ISE 2025, we saw some examples of slick LCD and transparent LED in retail and food and beverage applications.
At Christie's booth, new Jazz Series 1DLP laser projectors were teamed up with Widget Designer to create a fresh, interactive museum-like display with custom content from Him & Her, and sexy design by Faber. Nice, right?
Video Walls (Oh, They Were Everywhere)
LED video walls continued to dominate booths all over the show floor. From flat and curved to the freakin' gargantuan, there was a video wall for every occasion and budget.
Attendees at the Christie booth got a peek at a slightly different take on things. A multi-pixel pitch MicroTiles LED display flaunted four different pixel pitches, from 0.75mm to 1.5mm, all in one display. Talk about variety! The Core Series III LED video wall also made an appearance, promising the kind of performance, energy efficiency, and value usually reserved for the upper echelons of the market. Plus, it's 30% lighter than its predecessor, meaning it's easier to handle than your ex's baggage.
Immersive and Interactive Experiences
Say hello to the future! Immersion and interactivity were all the rage at ISE, and we got a taster at Christie's partnership with Augmenta. Their immersive room featured interactive content on the walls and floor, with content management courtesy of Pandoras Box Software. Their mission? To prove that immersive experiences aren't just for the big guns - they can be created in modestly-sized spaces with affordable technology.
Tech for Live Events
From rigging gear and trusses to mobile LED video walls, the live events market had no shortage of AV solutions at this year's show. With global revenue for venues and events projected to hit USD $57.2 billion by 2029, according to AVIXA, it's no surprise that new solutions like the Sapphire 4K40-RGBH projector and new multi-screen windowing and processing technology from Christie’s Broadcast and Professional Video group, including the Spyder-S Series, made an appearance.
That's a Wrap from Barcelona
ISE 2025, you absolute legend! With over 1600 exhibitors and inspiring panel discussions, the event showcased the future of AV technology. From projection and LED video walls to immersive and interactive experiences, we got the lowdown on the AV trends and tech that are bound to elevate your next project. Pop by the Christie website for more pics, vids, and deets from the show.
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Enrichment Insights:- Projection: Projection trends at ISE 2025 included the use of hybrid laser illumination, such as with the Sapphire 4K40-RGBH projector, and the continued development of projection mapping technology.- LED Video Walls: LED video walls remained popular at ISE 2025, with companies like Absen showcasing groundbreaking LED solutions that offer high brightness and color accuracy.- Immersive and Interactive Experiences: Immersive and interactive experiences were a hot topic at ISE 2025, with companies showcasing virtual and augmented reality technologies, touch and gesture-based interfaces, and interactive displays tailored to specific markets.- Market and Application-Inspired Displays: Companies at ISE 2025 showcased displays that were customized to specific markets, such as retail and corporate environments.- AV-over-IP Solutions: Innovations in AV-over-IP technology, like those displayed at InfoComm, were likely featured at ISE 2025, making it easier to set up and manage live event audio and video systems.- Advanced Lighting and Sound Systems: Show-stopping lighting and sound systems, designed to create more immersive experiences for audiences, were also found on the show floor.
- The Sapphire 4K40-RGBH projector, a new product from Christie, was showcased at ISE 2025, marking a significant advancement in the technology sector, as it's the world's first high-brightness projector with hybrid laser illumination.
- At ISE 2025, various events highlighted the fusion of technology and lifestyle, with AV technology demonstrations focusing on market-driven applications, such as in retail and food and beverage industries.
- The future of events is destined to be more immersive and interactive, as evidenced by the partnership between Christie and Augmenta at ISE 2025, which showcased an immersive room with interactive content on walls and floors, utilizing augmented reality and Pandoras Box Software.
