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Commercial IT Support Solutions in Richmond

As a business owner, you know that keeping your technology up-to-date is essential to your success. But what you may not know is that there are a variety of commercial IT support options available to you, and the cost of those options can vary widely. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the

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Exploring the Qolsys IQ Panel 4 for Smart Home Security

I’ve watched the residential security industry morph from a clunky backwater to a thriving home control ecosystem. It’s bustling with new innovations and hungry vendors looking to capture their share of consumer recurring monthly revenue (RMR). Qolsys entered the fray in 2010. At the time most security systems were connected via copper phone lines and

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High-End Outdoor Lighting

Some homeowners spare no expense making their outdoor spaces the best they can be, day or night, rain or shine. High-End Outdoor Lighting Solutions are a great way to help your home be all that it can be – illuminate a yard, garden, or patio setting after the sun sets, highlight distinct features on your

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Can Smart Automation Enhance Your Home Theater Installation?

One of the best ways to transform an unused room or basement is to turn it into a dedicated entertainment space with a home theater installation. All of your favorite movies, shows, and sports are enhanced by awesome 4K picture resolution, booming surround sound, and controllable lighting to create the perfect atmosphere. Whether you’re a

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Common Apple TV Issues and How to Solve Them

Apple TV is one of the leading smart home devices on the market today. With seamless screen-sharing capabilities, access to all of the popular streaming apps, plus a library of original content – it’s a popular choice as a home entertainment solution! But what happens when things don’t work as they should? While there are

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Livewire’s Technician Training Center Makes an Impact

   Livewire has been long synonymous with high-end technology installations, but that’s no coincidence. You don’t get to where we are today without significant investment in technician training, and that’s no more evident than within the Livewire Training Center. The Training Center offers Livewire technicians the opportunity to hone their craft and practice with

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What Will Smart Homes Look Like In 5 Years?

In 5 years, smart homes are expected to have even more advanced technology, offering increased convenience, comfort, and security. Some potential advancements for smart homes in 5 years include: Increased AI Integration Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play an even bigger role in smart homes, allowing for more personalized and intuitive experiences. AI technology will be

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How to Reset Your Samsung Smart TV

Ever run into problems with your Samsung Smart TV? Sometimes all you need is a fresh start! While not ideal, some technology issues can be resolved by rebooting or resetting your smart device – TVs included. In this article, we’ll go over a few ways to troubleshoot and reset your Samsung Smart TV.  A Simple

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Meet Stacy Hicks, Livewire COO

Meet Stacy Hicks, the Chief Operating Officer at Livewire. Over the past eight years, Stacy’s deep operational leadership and experience have been a driving force in scaling our company’s growth.  “Stacy Hicks has proved herself indispensable and we’re so fortunate to have her aboard,” said Henry Clifford, Livewire’s CEO. “I’m looking forward to working with

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