Category: Home Audio Video

Should I Install a Control System?

We’ve come a long way since the birth of the smart home control system. Once so expensive they were reserved for a select few, we now live in a world chock full of choices! With so many shiny objects available, it can be an intimidating process to tackle on your own. Livewire caters to these […]

Big Things in Small Packages: Definitive Technology Studio 3D Mini Soundbar and Subwoofer

The Definitive Technology Studio 3D Mini soundbar and 8-inch wireless subwoofer were recently sent my way to check out. The sleek new system sports Dolby Atmos, AirPlay 2, and a host of other shiny features all for under $900. Would it sound any good? I was about to find out. Definitive Technology Studio 3D Mini […]

What Can Control4 Do?

So you’re interested in smart home automation. You want to control your home theater, lights, locks, and doorbells from your phone or with just your voice. And you should be! Smart home tech is becoming both more affordable and available. But the beating heart of every smart home is a control hub, and Control4 represents […]

Sony’s Cognitive Intelligence is a Television Game Changer

Image processing has always been at the heart of Sony’s TV designs. Now, they’re doubling down on that reputation with the Cognitive Processor XR for their lineup of Bravia XR televisions. The new image processor will focus on bringing “cognitive intelligence” to the picture. This means it will cross-analyze color, contrast, and details simultaneously and […]

How Much Should My Home Theater Cost?

Nothing beats the benefits provided by a home theater. With affordable technology and creative designs, it’s easier than ever to build a custom viewing experience inside your home. But this begs the question: how much should my home theater cost? In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the cost considerations that will […]

Enjoy Wireless Sound with Sonos

Serve up your audio in unparalleled, rich HiFi sound, flawlessly streamed to your Sonos wireless speakers. Browse music, radio, podcasts, and audiobooks, adjust the volume, group speakers to play in sync, set custom alarms, and more. They offer systems you can easily manage from any room in your home. High Quality Meets Simple Design With […]

6 Sonos Tips to Enhance Your Experience

On the first episode of Livewire Connections, we met with the team from Sonos who shared some great tips with viewers on enhancing their Sonos experience. Here’s a quick recap of some of the amazing industry knowledge they shared: 1. Find the right music service and stick to it This Sonos tip is for the […]