Thin is in, especially in the world of home A/V. As components get slimmer and trimmer, it makes sense that the storage unit that holds the gear should too. A new media cabinet from Salamander Designs follows the low-profile trend by measuring just 12 inches from front to back. The Low Profile Cabinets are part […]
Get the GuideDIY Home Security System Includes Everything
You can find all sorts of security devices at your local home improvement store. Products like surveillance cameras, motion sensors, and electronic door locks are widely available for avid DIYers. There’s nothing wrong with installing home security devices gradually, one at a time, but if you’re looking for a complete system, prepackaged and ready to […]
Get the Guide3 Magnificent Multipurpose Entertainment Rooms
Each year the editorial staff at Electronic House reviews hundreds of submissions to its Home of the Year contest. The entries submitted by home systems integrators represent some of the smartest, most innovative home tech projects on the planet. Here, you’ll see our picks for the Best Multipurpose Entertainment Rooms. 1. Multipurpose Room of the […]
Get the GuideHoneywell Wi-Fi Thermostats Obey Your Voice Commands
Making sure your home is comfortable should be easy, which is why every Honeywell-connected thermostat can now be controlled simply with the power of voice, using Amazon Alexa-enabled devices like Echo, thanks to a new Alexa Skill. By simply saying “Alexa,” customers with Honeywell Lyric Round (first and second generation) or Total Connect Comfort (Wi-Fi […]
Get the GuideLofty Automation Goals for Tribeca Household
Article courtesy of Remote Technologies Inc. The owner of a new 3,000-square-foot loft in the Tribeca neighborhood of Manhattan was looking to manage the environment, automate audio and video components, and activate lighting scenes using a control solution that would be as simple as pressing a single button. He and his wife were expecting their […]
Get the GuideLogitech Button Controls Sonos and Other Smart Home Systems
Mobile apps designed to control smart home devices from a smartphone or tablet are great, as long as you don’t mind entering your passcode, launching the app, and scrolling to the appropriate command. Who’s got time for that? For time-pressed, app-annoyed homeowners, Logitech has developed a simple solution that requires nothing more than flipping a […]
Get the GuidePhilips Hue Light Bulbs Respond to Movement
Philips Lighting has added a new product to its Philips Hue family: a motion sensor, which enables you to control your home lighting through movement. The Philips Hue motion sensor is a simple way to interact with light without needing to touch a switch and without requiring complex installation. Setting up the Philips Hue motion […]
Get the Guide6 Back to School Basics for your Smart Home
The kids are back in school, which means you house is likely following a more regimented schedule. It also might mean that your offspring are arriving to an empty house after school. No worries. By adding a few pieces of technology to your home, you can ensure that your children, your house, and your belongings […]
Get the GuideAmped Wireless System Boasts 15,000 Square Feet of Wi-Fi Coverage
Amped Wireless is bridging Wi-Fi performance, security and simplicity with the launch of ALLY, a whole-home smart AC1900 Wi-Fi system with MU-MIMO. The ALLY Wi-Fi system offers a seamless roaming solution with fast Wi-Fi speeds, MU-MIMO technology, and whole-home coverage with high power technology. Offering easy setup and a mobile app for on-the-go control, the […]
Get the GuideOutdoor Speakers Add a Splash of Color to Your Backyard
When it comes adding an outdoor audio system to the backyard, the goal of most homeowners has been to hide or disguise the loudspeakers. Speakers masquerading as light fixtures, rocks, and planters are effective solutions, but why not show off your outdoor speakers? Why not let them look like a loudspeaker? Triad Speakers thinks that […]
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