Photography by Simon Berlyn The owners of this theater knew their previous media space was out of date. They had been using the same equipment for about 13 years — that’s a lifetime in the world of home electronics. But they were content. The components worked, the space was large enough to host friends and […]
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A new audio product from Revolution Acoustics has made it possible to install completely hidden audio sources in suspended ceilings. The patent-pending Ubiqui-T360, an innovative ceiling tile mounting system for the SSP6 Multiducer, brings the company’s constant-SPL planar wave audio technology to any drop ceiling, with no change in the visible appearance of the ceiling. […]
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Are you getting the sleep you need? There’s one way to find out: use a sleep tracking device. According to sleep research from Parks Associates, nearly 29 million U.S. broadband households currently own a product that helps them track their sleep quality, representing less than half of the nearly 60 million consumers who report having […]
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Blessed with beautiful views of an inland lake, you better believe the owners of this home made sure to install massive windows — and lots of them. In fact, the majority of the lake-facing side of the house features wall-to-wall glass. As stunning as these sensational fenestrations might be, though, they do pose a few […]
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There once was a time when technology and design rarely intersected. Electronic products evoked a high-tech feel that was often considered a complete departure from a home’s overall design scheme. Those times have changed, as home systems integrators and interior designers are no longer adversaries but partners on projects. Electronic systems and furnishings fuse together […]
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Most people sit in their home theaters to get away from it all — to escape reality and be swept away by the sights and sounds of a fantastic audio/visual presentation. The owner of this impressive space, which was recently named the Electronic House Gold Winner for Best Home Theater $150,000 and more, certainly uses […]
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There’s no need to use your hands to set the microwave, unless you want to. The new GE Smart Countertop Microwave with Scan-to-Cook Technology microwave is compatible with Amazon Alexa. This means you can speak directly to Alexa to control cook settings from any Alexa-enabled device to achieve the ultimate in kitchen convenience. Hands covered […]
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What would you do to save money on your summertime cooling bills? Reduce the time you run the AC? Run a fan? Strip down? According to the Lennox Home Energy Report Card, many homeowners are willing to endure higher temperatures at home during the summer months to decrease their monthly electric bill by $50. Thirty-seven […]
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If you’re looking for deals on just about anything, Amazon Prime Day starts July 16 at 3 p.m. EST, and runs through July 17. More than 1 million deals worldwide are up for grabs, exclusively for Prime members. This year, Prime Day features a special smart home sweepstakes. Go here for the rules. You can […]
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If you’ve been thinking about buying smart kitchen appliances, think again. According to surveys, most consumers are wary about outfitting their kitchen with refrigerators, ovens and other appliances that can connect to and be controlled via the Internet. Their reasons are valid, with concerns over privacy and pricing as the biggest inhibitors. According to a […]
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