News
Case Study: PGA Pro Golfer Austin Cook Controls His Home from the Course with ELAN
ELAN mobile app lets Cook view cameras, unlock doors, manage irrigation, video chat with his family, and maintain security no matter where his career...
Automation
Lighting & Shades
URC Announces Integration of QMotion QAdvanced Shading Systems
Raise, lower, and set to level of individual or groups of QMotion Motorized Shades from any URC Total Control User Interface,
News
Case Study: Integrating Home and Business
Indianapolis’ first downtown luxury auto club and event space gets security and control with ELAN and Linear Access — just like in the owners’...
Audio
CasaTunes Adds Support For AudioControl Network Amplifiers
Offering Standalone CasaTunes music servers with whole house control and intelligent integration for AudioControl network amplifiers.
In the Field
Making the Automation Connection
What you need to know when you are looking to switch your automation partner, or add a new one.
Automation
Crestron Home OS 3 Now Live
Latest operating system update delivers clean and sophisticated user experience and speeds deployment of any sized project.
Automation
Savant Brings User Personalization to Pro Remote
Touchscreen can now be personalized by the user for quick access to Savant Scenes, Favorite Channels and commonly used services.
Automation
RTI Introduces Driver for IP Control of LG’s Smart TVs
Using a network connection, driver simplifies integration and provides users with one-button access to webOS apps.
Automation
Josh.ai Announces Partnerships with Sonance and TRUFIG
Sonance and TRUFIG products support the Josh.ai platform to blend automation technology with elegant user experiences.
Blogs
Analysis: Control4 and SnapAV Complete Merger
What we’ve learned about how the merged companies will operate.
News
SnapAV and Control4 Complete Merger
Combined company to expand investments in solutions and services, driving growth, efficiency and value for technology professionals.
Security
Clare Announces Integration with Autonomic from SnapAV
Also announces Amazon Security skill, support for August, Danalock, and more.
Integration Guides
The Integration Guide to Automation 2019
Many customers think they know what home automation is, but they don’t see the full picture.
News
Nortek Security & Control Partners with HomeSphere
The collaboration expands the reach of Nortek’s New Home Program.
Automation
MQA Integrates with Control4 Smart Home OS 3
Control4 Smart Home OS 3 supports studio-quality sound; first-time MQA Integration available in home automation.
Automation
Savant Introduces Field-Configurable Echo Style Keypads
New keypad style, easy Savant Scene creation and keypad design tool add features and increased efficiency.
News
First Loxone-certified Partner Showroom in the U.S.
Loxone partner Kostantinos Dimatis from InHomeSmart opens his showroom to expand business.
Security
SnapAV Enters a Strategic Alliance with Clare; Relaunch Rewards Program
SnapAV is now the exclusive source for Clare product; relaunch Hoy Snap Partner Rewards program.
Technology
Josh.ai and Home Connect Partner to Enhance the Connected Kitchen
Need a cup of coffee? Ask Josh.
News
ELAN New Home Program Expands into the NSC New Home Program
The rebranded program adds Nortek Security & Control’s custom installation, access control, and security products.
Technology
Savant to Unveil Cloud-to-Cloud Integration with Resideo’s Honeywell Home T Series Smart Thermostats
Allows for intuitive operation and voice control.
News
Control4 Hosts Let’s Talk Tech: The Future of Smart Homes & IoT Event
Charlie Kindel to keynote the event on February 27 in Sandy, UT.
Technology
Crestron Releases Crestron Home, powered by OS 3
New operating system offers sleek new look and easier implementation.
In the Field
Smart Above and Golf Below
How Source Home Theater worked with their client to exceed expectations, get additional work, and build an award-winning install.
Blogs
How We Position Our Automation Partners to Our Clients
Last we we discussed why we chose our automation partners, now we look at how we present them to clients.
Blogs
Why We Love Our Automation Partners
Two integrators give the why’s for their control systems of choice.
Blogs
Alexa I Love You, Now with Apple Music
A boon for homeowners as the consumer giants work together.
Technology
Creating a Holiday Glow with Control4
Suggestions on adapting the smart home for the holiday season.
Technology
RTI Debuts New Driver for Automated Roller Shades
New driver brings QMotion's Qadvanced motorized shades into RTI control and automation platform.
Technology
The Evolution of Pyng
Crestron Pyng has been a game changer for The Source Home Theater…and Version 2.0 is about to take it to a whole other level.
News
Research: Interest in Home Emergency Systems for Consumers Over 50
Parks Associates provides information on solutions for quality of life for seniors at Summit.
Technology
Software Upgrade for Hubitat Elevation Home Automation Platform
New features including integration with Google Assistant and updated web interface.
Technology
Wounded Veteran Receives Custom R.I.S.E. Smart Home
ELAN control and surveillance, SpeakerCraft audio, and Panamax power protection from Nortek Security & Control give Afghanistan veteran and his family mobile control of...
Technology
Building in Smart as Standard
Nortek Security & Control teams up with RC Homes to pre-install smart home automation in 27 new homes.
Technology
Case Study: Pitcher is Safe at Home
San Francisco Giants Pitcher Matt Cain hires JL Automation to install a Nortek Security & Control (NSC) Flagship-Certified system.
Technology
Savant Expands Premium Designer Shade Offerings
New bracket styles and finishes, low-voltage power enclosure, pocket mounting solution and fully custom shade options now available to integrators.
Technology
Garage Doors Get Smart with Marantec America and Home8
Marantec America to offer Home8 video-verified garage door system for remote control and access.
Technology
Case Study: From Chaos to Control
Country home receives ELAN home automation upgrade after natural disaster strikes.
Security
Savant Introduces Integrated Entry Solutions
Savant integrated entry solutions allow for live video communication and control from anywhere in the world from inside Savant’s Pro App.
Technology
Review: Control4 DS2 Mini Door Station with Intercom Anywhere
A smart doorbell and so much more.
News
eZLO Announces Acquisition of Mios to Accelerate Time to Market in Smart Home Sector
Transaction enhances eZLO’s four-pillar software platform for OEM integration, further reducing barriers of entry to home automation market.
News
Control4 Adds Ex-Amazon Exec Charlie Kindel
Control4 announced today that Charlie Kindel has joined the company as senior vice president of products & services, which is incredibly exciting news for...
Integration Guides
The Integration Guide to Automation Solutions
Integrators rise to the challenge of adding simple smart home tools to their professional-grade automation solutions.
Technology
Savant Working with Google Home Technologies
Savant has announced seamless compatibility between Savant’s smart home ecosystem and the Google Home Assistant speech-recognition engine. This new functionality gives users enhanced interaction...
Technology
RTI Introduces New Driver for Luxul Intelligent Network PDUs
Two-way driver allows for integration of Luxul PDU-8 and PDU-16 into RTI control and automation systems for outlet control and scheduling
News
Crestron Joins HTSA Buying Group
Crestron Electronics has joined Home Technology Specialists of America (HTSA), its only buying group relationship.