Most people think of their home lights as things that get turned on, off or dimmed as needed, but not as a design and lifestyle element that can be programmed to fit a family’s moods, activities or schedule. That’s what smart lighting control systems do. They can light your home and yard, but they can […]
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5 Apps to Get the Most Out of Philips Hue Lights
If you’re looking to broaden the horizons of your Philips hue lighting system, check out the following apps.
Get the GuideSmart Light Alternatives: Can These LEDs Outshine Philips Hue Lights?
When Philips launched the original Hue smart light bulbs, they were revolutionary products for several reasons. First, they were LED bulbs at a time when LED was a new thing. Second, they were one of the first smartphone controlled lights for DIY users. Finally, and most importantly, they changed colors. That was the cool part. […]
Get the GuideTy Pennington: From Extreme to ‘First to the Future’
During his nine-season stint as Extreme Home Makeover’s leading man, Ty Pennington has designed and constructed more than 230 homes throughout the country, each mindfully created with the unique needs and lifestyles of the future families who would occupy them. Pennington has earned a reputation as a skilled craftsman with a heart, who, with the […]
Get the GuideDIY or Professional Lighting Control: 5 Tips to Help You Choose
Automating your home’s lights is one of this year’s biggest home technology trends. Every week there are new launches for individual products or whole house lighting systems designed to make it easier to operate and customize your home’s lighting. Once you’ve deciding that automated lighting control is something you want for your home, the next […]
Get the GuideSmart Wireless Dimmers for Smarter Lighting Control and Automation
Wireless dimmers are often a smarter choice than wireless light bulbs for a smart lighting system. We hear a lot about smart light bulbs, especially smart LED bulbs, some that can change colors (like the Philips Hue), some that can play music and some that just allow you to control them from your iPad or […]
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Home technology and custom smart home installation expert Joe Whitaker offers tips on wireless lighting control
Wireless lighting control systems and new DIY smart home products, including wireless smart bulbs or wireless dimmers, are proliferating in the tech market now, and are enticing homeowners to add smart home systems to their own homes. Is a wireless lighting system something you can handle yourself or do you need a professional installation? There […]
Get the Guide2015 Products of the Year: Award-winning Home Electronics and Cool Gadgets
Home is where the heart is, and people from all corners of the country are falling in love with their abodes all over again by adding bits and pieces of technology. To some people, the addition could be a new pair of loudspeakers in the family room; others might prefer to invest in a smart […]
Get the GuideKichler Lighting Puts Control on Any Wall with Z-Wave Dimmer Switch
Wireless technology and this switch make accessing your Kichler Lighting easier than ever before.
Wireless technology and this switch make accessing your Kichler Lighting easier than ever before.
Get the GuideWhat are the Best Tech Gadgets for Energy Savings?
Saving energy means using less energy, right? Well, yes, but how do you know how much energy you’re using on a daily or even hourly basis? Most of us have no idea what our appliances, gadgets or even our heating and air conditioning systems are consuming until it comes time to look at the bill. […]
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