Nice Launches Next-Gen SwingSmart 535 and SlideSmart 535 Gate Operators
Nice Launches Next-Gen SwingSmart 535 and SlideSmart 535 Gate OperatorsNice North America has introduced the SwingSmart 535 and SlideSmart 535, its latestcommercial gate operators designed for residential estates, gated communities, and commercial sites. These new models combine brushless DC motor technology with advanced connectivity and installer-friendly features for smoother, smarter, and more reliable gate operation. […]
READ ARTICLEGoogle Ends Support for Early Nest Thermostats
Google Ends Support for Early Nest Thermostats Google has quietly discontinued first- and second-generation Nest Thermostats, removing them from the Nest and Google Home apps as of October 25. Devices released in 2011 and 2012 will lose remote connectivity, notifications, and app-based controls, effectively turning them into basic, manually operated thermostats. This move also disables […]
READ ARTICLEHow to Light Artwork with Lutron Systems
How to Light Artwork with Lutron SystemsCurating a personal art collection deserves museum-quality lighting—and Lutron’s lighting control solutions make it easy to showcase each piece while protecting it from long-term damage. With precise control over intensity, color temperature, and scenes, Lutron allows homeowners and designers to create gallery-worthy displays in any space. Wall Washing with […]
READ ARTICLELutron Launches Shade Visualizer in Luxury Experience App
Lutron Launches Shade Visualizer in Luxury Experience AppLutron Electronics has introduced Shade Visualizer, a new feature within its Luxury Experience App that lets integrators, designers, and homeowners explore shading options interactively. Found in the app’s Shade Design Tools section, the tool allows users to experiment with Lutron’s wide range of shade styles, including exposed, metal- […]
READ ARTICLEDALI Epikore 11: Flagship DNA Meets Real-World Performance
DALI Epikore 11: Flagship DNA Meets Real-World Performance DALI’s new Epikore 11 loudspeaker brings flagship innovation to a more accessible design, distilling technologies from the company’s statement-making KORE into a beautifully sculpted, high-performance speaker. Standing 63 inches tall with a slender, curved profile and finished in high-gloss walnut, the 4½-way Epikore 11 is as visually […]
READ ARTICLEAmazon Unveils Next-Gen Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 with Upgraded Audio and Smarter Tech
Amazon Unveils Next-Gen Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11 with Upgraded Audio and Smarter Tech At its fall hardware event, Amazon revealed the next generation of its Echo Show smart displays, introducing the all-new Echo Show 8 and Echo Show 11. Both models feature a sleeker design, smarter performance, and enhanced audio, powered by […]
READ ARTICLESamsung Unveils Movingstyle: A Portable Smart TV to Rival LG’s StanbyME
Samsung Unveils Movingstyle: A Portable Smart TV to Rival LG’s StanbyME Samsung is stepping into the portable smart TV space with the debut of Movingstyle, a new battery-powered, touch-capable display clearly aimed at competing with LG’s popular StanbyME series. The 27-inch Movingstyle features a 2,560 x 1,440 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR remastering, delivering […]
READ ARTICLEWaterfall Audio’s Glass Loudspeakers Turn Heads at CEDIA Expo
Waterfall Audio’s Glass Loudspeakers Turn Heads at CEDIA Expo “Beautiful” isn’t a word often used to describe tech products — but it fits perfectly when talking about Waterfall Audio’s stunning glass loudspeakers, which were among the most striking products on display at this year’s CEDIA Expo. The French brand, founded nearly three decades ago, has […]
READ ARTICLEHARMAN Finalizes Sound United Acquisition, Adds Denon, Marantz, and Bowers & Wilkins to Its Portfolio
HARMAN Finalizes Sound United Acquisition, Adds Denon, Marantz, and Bowers & Wilkins to Its Portfolio HARMAN has officially completed its acquisition of Sound United, bringing a roster of iconic audio brands — including Denon, Marantz, Bowers & Wilkins, Polk Audio, and Definitive Technology — under its Lifestyle Division. Sound United will continue to operate as […]
READ ARTICLELevel Brings Josh.ai Integration to Smart Locks
Level Brings Josh.ai Integration to Smart Locks Level, known for its sleek, design-focused smart locks, has announced an upcoming integration with Josh.ai, giving homeowners new ways to control their entryways. Rolling out later this year, the partnership will enable natural voice, text, and touchless controls through the Josh platform. The integration, showcased at CEDIA Expo […]
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