When short-throw projects hit the home entertainment scene a few years ago, they were pricey. But like any new technology, the price tags grew smaller, making this décor-friendly video projector affordable for just about any household. Epson Home Cinema LS100: Short-Throw for Less than $3,000 Leading this charge of innovation at an affordable price […]
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3 New Outdoor Bluetooth Speakers Feature DTS PlayFi and Capacitive Touch Controls
It may be getting colder outside, but that doesn’t mean you should put your outdoor audio plans on hold. Now is the time to investigate new speaker options to plan out your outdoor listening space for the springtime. Ready for preorder for spring delivering are three new outdoor Bluetooth speakers from Soundcast: the VG10, the […]
Get the Guide8 Best Home Entertainment Products from the CEDIA Expo 2017
Every year right after Labor Day, the Consumer Electronics Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) holds its annual Expo. As one of the premiere trade shows for the home systems industry, the CEDIA Expo serves as a launching pad for innovative new products and systems for the smart home. Many of these introductions focus on home […]
Get the GuideiHome Brings Alexa to the Bedroom with Voice-Activated Alarm Clock
If waking up in the morning is tough, the iAVS16 clock radio from iHome could help you ease into your morning. Its hands-free design and built-in Amazon Alexa technology listens for your commands. After waking to the iAVS16’s alarm clock in the morning, you can ask Alexa to turn on the lights, check the weather […]
Get the GuideSavant Unveils Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Enabled Smart Thermostat
Thermostats have come a long way—they look better, do more, and are easier than ever to program. With the introduction of its Multi-STAT thermostat, Savant joins the smart thermostat contingency with an elegant multipurpose solution complete with a built-in color touchscreen. The Multi-STAT provides homeowners with convenient access to Savant Scenes (which launch commands to […]
Get the Guide6 Smart Home Ideas for Fall
As the days get shorter and the outdoor climate cools, you’ll probably be spending more time indoors. Now is the perfect time to spruce up your home environment with some smart devices. The suggestions offered here are simple and affordable. They can be added without having to completely renovate your house, but they’ll make such […]
Get the GuideSéura Introduces SMART Bathroom Mirror
As you shave and brush your teeth you can interact with all of your favorite apps without ever lifting a finger or stepping away from the bathroom mirror. A new line of smart bathroom mirrors from Séura integrates a multi-functional display, allowing you to seamlessly and instantly connect to your calendar, email, weather and favorite […]
Get the GuideThe Ultimate iPad Holder Spins a Full 360
The iPad has become so versatile, serving as a multimedia display, camera, and even home automation dashboard. You can use it to view photos, conduct face-to-face meetings, surf the web, answer emails, and keep up on social media. With so much functionality packed into one screen, it makes sense that you’d like to be able […]
Get the GuideSmart Home Security for Latchkey Kids
article courtesy of Alarm.com When you (and the laws in your state) decide that your tween can handle a of couple hours on their own after school, it’s an exciting step for you both. Your growing tween is happy because he’s earned another piece of independence. You get a celebratory fist pump as an expensive […]
Get the GuideExtreme Home Theater Remodel Nets Owners a Bronze Home of the Year Award
The owner of this award-winning entertainment room had a finished basement that was used both as an entertainment space and a gym, but neither felt quite right. The gym wasn’t large enough for all the equipment and it didn’t offer adequate space for aerobic activities; the entertainment system was not up to par with what […]
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