How Do I Make My Dumb Home Smarter?
We get asked all the time about easy ways to smarten up a household, and change is easier than you might think! Just keep in mind that most of the technology for sale out there is complex and not necessarily dependable. Consider partnering with a home technology professional before beginning your shiny object buying spree. […]
Planning for Technology During a Home Renovation
When planning for technology during a home renovation project, it’s important to first identify your needs and consider the technology you currently use and what you would like to have in your new space. This may include things like home automation systems, home theater systems, and smart appliances. Identify Your Needs Once you have identified […]
New Smart Home Automation
The planning and design phases are the ideal time to consider adding smart home functionality. When planning new home automation, it’s important to take your ultimate goals into account. After all, you’re designing a house that matches virtually anything you could ever want, including features that will make living easier, at the end, you know when […]
Apple TV Problems and How to Solve Them
In an era when so many are cutting cable, Apple TV is a popular alternative. The device offers a great way to stream movies, watch TV, listen to music, and even play games! However, nothing stays perfect forever and over time you may face problems that impact your entertainment experience. In this article, we’ll cover […]
Up Your Patio Game with Outdoor Audio/Video
Outdoor audio/video systems enhance the ways you entertain guests in outside living spaces. The right combination of design, high-quality equipment, and weather will give your friends and family patio-envy. Especially in Central Virginia, where we’re fortunate to have long, warm evenings the majority of the year. Technology has permeated nearly every aspect of our lives, […]
SVS 3000 Micro Subwoofer: New Age Bass Performance
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 […]
Biophilia and Smart Home Technology
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 […]
Putting a Value on Home Technology
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, […]
Product Review: GoldenEar BRX Bookshelf Loudspeakers
Sleek Design and a Killer Sound We all love to search for the “best of” across any category – club sandwiches, mittens, you name it. My own passion lately has centered around, wait for it… bookshelf speakers. Questing for the ultimate big things/little packages sound experience has led me far and wide with my latest […]
Is My E-Learning and Telework Technology Set Up Properly?
The ability to learn and work remotely has evolved from a luxury to a necessity over the past couple of years. What’s more, the trend shows no sign of going away any time soon. As you plan for the new normal, there are a couple of key focus areas which will set you up for […]
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