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We’ve all seen futuristic technologies in the movies and on TV. From the holographic screen projectors in Minority Report to the sarcastic Eye Phone on Futurama, way back to the Holodeck in Star Trek, pop culture has had a long term love affair with seemingly impossible technology. However, while there are some movie tech predictions that have yet to materialize …
Controlling a home from an iPad has become the norm in residential automation. The simplicity of having one or multiple iPad’s dedicated to controlling a home’s lighting, motorized shading, security, audio/video and other home sub-system functions is almost a mandatory requirement on most home automation projects today. There are hundred of iPad cases, stands and mounts, but for a truly elegant look, …
Have you ever been hot in one area of your home while cold in other areas? This is caused by having limited thermostat sensors that regulate your home. When designing a home automation layout that includes climate controls, AHT System Designers consider different areas in a home that may be most occupied. By strategically placing multiple thermostats and sensors throughout …
For almost 20 years, Kaleidescape has developed new and ingenious ways to create and share cinematic experiences using premiere entertainment components, all of which can be custom-configured for large or small installations in luxury homes and yachts. Kaleidscape’s latest product, the new Alto movie server, is their latest addition. Alto Media Server Kaleidescape Alto delivers unmatched convenience, quality and selection …
The futuristic dream of relaxing while robots automatically take care of house chores and serve cold drinks may not be as far off as you may think. As technology marches forward, key areas in robotics and home automation are being improved, making for a more sophisticated home. According to Bill Gates, over the course of the next two decades software …
Since the introduction of the flat screen television, many new and innovative ways to place a display in a given room have been popularized. Custom installation of brackets, lifts and tracks make it possible to watch television from almost anywhere in the home while maintaining an aesthetic pleasing interior space. As an audio video integration specialist, we have been called …
In the world of integrated home technology, Crestron has long been acknowledged as an industry leader in revolutionary developments. The recent unveiling of Pyng, Crestron’s programmable app-based control system, left a trail of good impressions on those who have seen it in action. It made such an impression that it caught the attention of Robert Archer, CE Pro’s senior editor, …
In December of 2014, research was conducted by the Internet of Things Consortium (IoTC) on he topic of smart home technology and the internet of things. The research indicated that nearly 65% of American consumers are moderately or extremely interested in adopting a smart home solution, and 71% of those consumers make smart home purchases based on word-of-mouth referrals by …
A decade ago, Crestron laid the foundation for DigitalMedia™, the AV distribution technology that would go on to transform the industry. Today, DM 3.0, the enterprise standard, does it again. So, what exactly is DM 3.0, and what does it mean to you? DM 3.0 is not a product. It’s a set of core, standard-setting technologies embedded in the DM …
When it comes to the hottest trends in integrated technology, AHT Residential is always searching for the latest technology solutions to help our clients simplify their busy lifestyles. Last March, while attending the Architectural Digest Home Design Show, a product caught our attention – an automated clothes closet. This ingenious device is the brainchild of Metalprogetti, a leading design and …