Keep Your Technology Running Smoothly & Safely on Clean Power 

Our homes depend on technology more than ever, and if you own a home security system, home theater, or smart system, that’s a lot of equipment. We may not give much thought to the power that flows through our homes, but it can cause many problems if not managed properly.

Power surges can cause your devices to malfunction or worse, lead to an electrical fire. Energy management solutions can extend the lifetime of your technology while protecting your home.

We’ll share what you need to know about power backups, surge protectors, and clean energy so your Charlotte, NC, home can stay safe and powered with long-lasting devices.

A Look at Sony, Samsung, and LG’s Latest Innovations

This year’s CEDIA Expo was held virtually, and while we would have loved to walk the floors to see the latest home technologies, we’re still excited about the new displays out this year. Sony, LG, and Samsung highlighted all-new TVs and projectors with innovative features to improve entertainment quality.

Read on to see what’s new from CEDIA and how an audio/video installer like The Integrated Home can bring that high-end magic to your Cornelius, NC home.

Discreetly Add Audio & Video to Any Room

You’re designing a home with feng shui in mind, artfully placing furniture for your client’s purposeful lifestyle. But oh—where will their speaker system go? Or maybe you’re layering eclectic pieces for your creative-minded client. A flatscreen disrupts the bohemian atmosphere. But where else will the TV go?

Enter hidden technology. New audio video practices make it easier to get creative with interior design, allowing homeowners to enjoy their media devices with less clutter. As a technology integrator, we work with interior designers and builders in Charlotte, NC to incorporate hidden technology in-home projects. Read on to discover your options!  

Introducing Josh.ai, the Voice Control That Understands You

We've discussed how voice control adds another dimension to home automation in your Charlotte, NC home. Systems like Amazon Alexa add hands and eyes-free control to all the capabilities of your smart home.

If there’s one knock on these popular systems, it’s that sometimes you have to say things a certain way to be understood. It’s frustrating when your hands are full, you need to turn on a light, and you have to repeat a voice command.

Undoubtedly, these systems are continually learning and get better all the time. But there is one that has been designed from the start to make it easier to control your home with just your voice – Josh.ai. Keep reading to learn more about this new and innovative approach to voice control.

Elegantly Hide Technology When It’s Not in Use

There are many reasons to embrace hidden technology. Maybe your space is restricted in a historic Charlotte townhouse. Perhaps you’re proud of your interior design and don’t want a distracting black TV screen interrupting the aesthetic. Or maybe you have a transitional room—one moment, it’s a home theater and the next, it’s a hangout spot for drinks and conversations.

Future Automations’ hidden technology like TV lifts, automatic moving doors, and projector lifts make your devices blend into the walls and ceilings. Read on to learn how invisible tech works and how an audio/video installer can add style and luxury to your Charlotte, NC home.