The Livewire Blog

I have reviewed a few subwoofers over the years and thought my days of auditioning big boxes were behind me. What could possibly be new under the sun in the world of bass? That was before I strolled into a demo room at La Cantera Resort in San Antonio last year, lured there by killer

Even the most tech-savvy among us can feel like a babe in the woods when it comes to protecting a home or business network from cybersecurity threats. When we explain to clients why it’s important, it helps to compare cybercrime to the physical security industry. I explain that their home or business now has digital

If you want a flexible workspace, go with wifi. But if you want fast, reliable connections, you need to go with ethernet. At least that’s been the line of thinking for the past decade or so. Comparing an ethernet connection to wifi isn’t just about speed. There are more advantages and drawbacks to both options

We’ve seen an abundance of interest this year around biophilia in the home technology space. What is it and how can we best leverage it in homes simply, reliably, and cost-effectively? I’ve spent the last six months researching the latest trends and wanted to share my findings. What is Biophilia? Biophilia refers to our innate

With new commercial technology comes the potential for new audiovisual issues. You’ve invested a lot into your new system! And we want to make sure you’re getting the most out of it. Here is a look at some of the most common commercial av problems, along with some solutions.  Audio Not Working First things first,

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing our world at a dizzying pace. It promises to improve lives and make us all better, faster, and stronger (or maybe unemployed!). I spend a considerable amount of time studying where AI might impact the smart home, particularly in the arena of remote monitoring. While this category is still in

Clients often ask me, “Will home technology increase my property value?” I usually cringe at the thought of responding. It’s a question our industry has been long afraid to answer. So much so that we generally avoid the return on investment (ROI) conversation altogether. We’ve done it to ourselves over the years with bad products,

Dustin Roskam is our Service Support Lead here at Livewire, and no one is better at problem-solving on the fly! The level of remote service and support he provides our clients is one of the components that set us apart. It’s no wonder Dustin is our Employee of the Month for April 2022! How long

The potential costs of a new business security system have a great deal of influence over whether or not your company will choose to invest. Security systems are vital for contemporary businesses and the customers who frequent them. They prevent theft, protect liabilities, and secure your property at all times. Finding the perfect commercial system

Reichert will help spearhead the company’s commercial integration efforts.  Livewire has hired Zack Reichert as their new Commercial Project Manager. The move reflects an increased emphasis on commercial technology solutions offered by the company, which is a key growth opportunity for the technology integrator. “I’m incredibly excited to join the Livewire team,” said Reichert. “It