Tag: Home Technology

Alexa Hunches Is Shutting Down: What It Means for Your Smart Home | Livewire

Smart Home Insights · Livewire · Richmond, VA When Amazon Sunsets Your Smart Home: What the Alexa Hunches Shutdown Really Means If you got an email from Amazon last week, you may have skimmed it and moved on. Most people will. But for anyone who has built any part of their daily home routine around […]

The U.S. Just Banned Foreign-Made Routers. Here’s What It Means for Your Home.

The U.S. Just Banned Foreign-Made Routers. Here’s What It Means for Your Home. | Livewire Network & Connectivity • March 26, 2026 • 2 min read The U.S. Just Banned Foreign-Made Routers. Here’s What It Means for Your Home. Your current router is not affected. But supply is shrinking, and if your network is aging, […]

What to Expect at Livewire’s Ketra Lighting Experience Center

We had some folks come by our Ketra Experience Center when the cameras were rolling. No script, no paid testimonial. Just genuine experience and reaction to how lighting can rock your world… when it’s done RIGHT. The videos below are a taste of what to expect when you step foot into the Ketra Center. How […]

January Newsletter – Improving lives in 2025

Embrace the new year with smart tech! Check out Patrick Jones, Lead Technician for the Installation Team, as he shares all the services Livewire offers to make smart technology simple for our customers! Smart Tech Problems vs. Livewire Solutions We’ve all been there—you’re ready to dive into new smart home tech, only to hit some roadblocks […]

Reviewing the eero Outdoor 7 Wireless Access Point

I’ve been an eero fan boy since the brand first launched in 2016. There’s something irresistible about a product that just works. Much like Sonos has done on the audio side, eero has ascended the consumer Wi-Fi throne over the last eight years one home install at a time. Needless to say, when I heard […]

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 […]

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 […]

Select The Right Technology For Your Renovation Project

When renovating your home, it can be overwhelming to choose the right technology to include in your updates. Here are some tips to help you pick the right technology for your home renovation project: Identify your needs and goals Start by thinking about what you want to accomplish with the renovation. Are you looking to […]

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 […]

Hygge and Home Technology: 5 Benefits

Everyone wants a happy home but how exactly can you get one? Decor and lifestyle trends are an effective way to achieve peace of mind in your space. Hygge is a Danish living principle turned popular trend that emphasizes living in the moment and values contentment with one’s current state. According to the trend, coziness […]