Voice control is a long sought-after technology. The first practical voice-control unit was made by Bell Labs in 1962, a device called the ‘Shoebox.’ It recognized a voice speaking the numbers 0-9 and a few mathematical commands. We have come a long way since then, with voice command ‘smart speakers’ becoming nearly ubiquitous. 

While voice control is now more popular, not all implementations offer the same feature sets or flexibility level. Control4 has embraced voice commands as an interface from very early on and now supports complete home automation. Whether you are looking to control a single device or your entire Santa Fe, CA home system, as a Control4 dealer, we can happily state that it is our favorite system to integrate with Alexa.

If you’ve been staying home more often this year, you’re probably aching for some new entertainment and experiences. Maybe it’s time to finally install that home theater in your La Jolla, CA, home.

But designing a home theater can seem like a daunting and overwhelming task, especially when it comes to purchasing the right products for your setup. If you’re looking for the best equipment to enhance your theater experience, discover our recommendations for lighting and audio below.

The year is winding down, and a brand new decade is just around the corner. That means a lot is about to change; fashion, music preferences, and -- perhaps most important of all -- technology. The twenty-teens were an incredible decade for advancements in smart home automation and audio-video systems, and things won’t slow down in the roaring ’20s. With that in mind, CEDIA 2019 (the biggest tech and automation show of the year) had a lot to showcase. Here, we’ll take a look at some of the coolest technologies you can enjoy in your Rancho Santa Fe, CA property next year. Keep reading for more.

Homeowners love the idea of integrating a home theater in their property. But with so many options available, it can easily become an overwhelming experience.

From optimizing your space for sound to ensuring you have the right cables to see full 4K UHD, there are plenty of factors in play.

In this blog, we’ll show you why it’s so important to have professional help when you’re trying to build a home theater installation of your own.

Want to learn more? Just keep reading.