There’s more available than music streaming!

How are you currently listening to music in your Palm Beach, FL home? Does everyone in your family listen to streaming music on their smartphones? Do you lug a portable CD player from room to room? Or do you confine your music listening to the living room, where your solitary set of speakers is located?

There’s a better way for your entire family to listen to the music they want, wherever they want it. A whole home audio system supplies sound to speakers in multiple rooms via centralized source components. You can play the same music throughout the house or different playlists in different areas. Best of all, you can control the entire system from a single device like a smartphone or touchscreen tablet.

And you’re not confined to only listening to streaming services like Pandora or Spotify. Along with streaming, you can connect a range of music sources to your audio system. Keep reading to learn more!

Answer these 3 questions to determine if your network solution needs a boost

Nowadays, can you imagine your life without your digitally connected devices? Watching Netflix, jumping on a video conference call for work while sitting on the couch, playing Minecraft with online friends, scrolling through social media before bed, asking your smart speaker to play Pandora in the kitchen — all these activities and more require a home network that operates at lightning-fast speeds to give us the connections we crave.

If you haven’t performed a wellness check on your network installation in years, now is the time to investigate before your home and devices start suffering the effects of weak networking infrastructure. Below are three questions to ask to determine if your Palm Beach, FL, home needs a networking upgrade.

Experience the most intuitive voice control solution on the market

Josh.ai makes home control as easy as telling your house what you want in everyday language. It’s an advanced voice-controlled automation system that uses the latest natural language processing software to process and learn natural language voice commands. You can talk to Josh like you would a friend — the system recognizes questions, greetings, instructions, causal language and more. The only difference is that your friend won’t adjust your Palm Beach, FL, home environment on command like Josh will.

Keep reading to learn more about what sets Josh.ai apart from other voice control solutions.

With luxury shades from Lutron and Screen Innovations, you can have it all

Window blinds, shades, and other coverings get a bad rap for looking bulky, drab, or unattractive in your home. ForceAV is here to introduce you to two brands that never ask you to sacrifice luxury and aesthetics for functionality when it comes to your shading solutions —Lutron and Screen Innovations. 

Lutron and Screen Innovations are leading manufacturers of high-end, luxury motorized blinds, shades, and drapery. You can have it all with their smart shading systems: sleek and beautiful window coverings, precise lighting control, sustainable energy-efficiency, and effortless, one-touch control with a smart device of your choice. 

Keep reading to learn how to blend beauty and function with motorized shades in your Palm Beach, FL, home. 

You don’t need to go out on the town to enjoy amazing music and entertainment with friends and family

With coronavirus still a significant threat to our nation, live music performances and concerts have yet to begin again in 2021. Mask and social distancing precautions are still in effect in Palm Beach, FL, bars, lounges, clubs and other entertainment venues, making it difficult for you to spend a night on the town listening to good music with great friends.

When you upgrade to a whole home audio system, nothing is stopping you from bringing floor-thumping entertainment to friends and family from the comfort of home. Whole home audio allows you to listen to music whenever, wherever you want at home with one-touch control on a smartphone app or touchscreen tablet.

Keep reading to learn how to use a multi-room audio system to create memorable audio experiences without ever leaving the house!  

Learn how motorized shades do so much more than cover your windows

Your window coverings are an essential component of your home’s design. But for a lot of us, window shades can be quite the pain — they’re difficult to manually open and close, and we waste a lot of time running around the house to adjust each treatment individually.

Maybe it’s time to upgrade to a solution that offers better light, temperature and privacy control. Motorized blinds are straightforward to use and controlled with a smart device like your smartphone or a handheld remote. Learn how motorized window treatments will benefit your Palm Beach, FL, home!

Take advantage of all the ways your smart home automation system can simplify your life

Smart home automation is one of the most impressive technological advancements of our generation. As we continue to increase the amount of technology in our homes, whole-home automation systems have made it possible to access and use our devices in more convenient, straightforward, and user-friendly ways.

Home automation adds convenience to tasks you complete daily in your Palm Beach, FL, home. Keep reading to learn three features of home automation with Control4 that will make your life easier.

The theater display significantly impacts your viewing experience — make sure you know what type of screen is best for your space and preferences

You have plenty of decisions to make when starting or upgrading a home theater installation in your Palm Beach, FL, home. Lighting, seating, audio/video, content…..and do you really want to splurge on that old-fashioned authentic popcorn maker?

Popcorn problems aside, one of the most critical choices you’ll need to make is deciding what type of display you want for your private theater — a TV or a movie projector? Both have rightfully earned their place in dedicated home cinemas. Below, we’re offering some guidance to help you make the best choice for your space and preferences. Read on to learn the considerations to keep in mind during the decision-making process.

We Help You Through the Pandemic with Home Entertainment Solutions Customized to Your Needs

Your home is your castle, but it’s also the biggest investment of your life. If you’re not working with professionals when you’re creating a home theater or the outdoor entertainment center of your dreams, you may not get the results you’re after—that’s why you want to work with a dedicated home automation company who understands your needs.

Whether you want a place to watch the game safely with friends and family or you want to put together an incredible home theater to watch all the new releases that are now available on various streaming platforms, you’ll want to work with a home automation company who specializes in home theaters, multi room audio, outdoor AV and more. Our clients in Jupiter, FL and the surrounding areas come to us when they’re ready to bring the tailgate to their doorstep.

If you want your home entertainment to really shine, to make each player pop off the screen, to hear every second of the big game with crystal clear sound, to see every emotion on your favorite actors’ faces, then you need to work with a professional who understands the importance of creating a seamless, high-performing system.

With the Right TV and the Right Audio Setup, You’ll Never Want to Go Back Inside

We’re all spending more time outdoors these days given the pandemic, but even in normal times, going out back to the BBQ is a staple of nice weather and summertime.

But if you don’t have the right outdoor audio/video setup, you’ll find yourself having to shift back and forth between the grill and the big game or your favorite TV show. And if you’ve got friends over, you’ll want to have the perfect outdoor music setup so that you and your friends can vibe to your favorite tunes while having a few beers or a glass of wine.

There are two things you need to consider above all else when putting together your system—the right outdoor TV and the right speakers.

Add Motorized Shades to Relieve the Burden on Your Air Conditioning

Did you know HVAC systems make up to 46 percent of electric bills in an average U.S. household? Unfortunately, not using your HVAC system or limiting its use is impossible in the sweltering Florida weather. So, how can you cut back on energy bills in your Palm Beach home? Installing motorized blinds and shades can make all the difference.

Not only will motorized window treatments reduce solar heat gain, but they will also keep you from using lighting fixtures when sunlight is available. In this blog, we outline how motorized shades boost your energy efficiency, which shades you should be using and how to manage them for optimal results.

Optimize the Quality of Your Outdoor Sound System with These Tips

Most people dream of living in a sunny wonderland where they can enjoy beautiful warm weather year-round. Palm Beach residents get to boast just that, yet often find themselves not taking full advantage of their outdoor spaces. Usually, that is because the technology features you have come to love inside your house do not extend to your patio, pool or backyard.

Recharging your outdoor spaces could be as simple as adding one technology upgrade: an outdoor sound system. The right playlist can make all the difference, whether it’s the latest pop hits for the kids by the pool or a relaxing jazz playlist while enjoying a late-night drink on the patio. 

Music is a must-have addition to your Florida home, but you need to work with a professional to ensure your system is easy to use and provides high-quality sound. Enjoy powerful, reliable audio by following the tips outlined in this blog.

As movie theaters remain shuttered or only partially reopened, consider a dedicated theater installation to recreate the magic at home

Across the U.S., movie theaters are closed or only open at limited capacity. As recently as this week, AMC Theatres (the largest movie theater chain in the U.S.) warned that it might not survive the pandemic. Even when theaters are fully open to the public again, it may take time for you to feel comfortable enough for a visit.

A dedicated home theater is an excellent option for homeowners in Palm Beach, FL, who want to enjoy the cinematic experience from the comfort of home. Below, we discuss three ways home theaters provide a better viewing experience than commercial theaters and how you can get the best results by hiring a professional home theater company like ForceAV.

If you like listening to music or watching television as much as we do, we have a really great surprise for you!

Sonos has been talking about their new amplifier for a while now, but the wait is over. This Monday the NEW Sonos Amp is available for everyone to enjoy. Now you might say, I already have an amplifier, I don't need one. Well, you might be wrong, and here is why!

This Sonos Amp is the most versatile amplifier for powering ALL your entertainment. Enjoy high-fidelity performance with 125 Watts per channel, for even the most demanding speakers. Do you just have a small bookshelf speaker? No problem, the Sonos Amp will blow your mind. Do you have a floor-standing speaker? Do not worry, the Sonos Amp will rock your world. In-wall or In-ceiling speakers? Sonos has got your back, and will blow your rock world! Wait... that didn't sound right?

Have you ever gone to the theater, and just love feeling the sound waves hit your chest?

Then when it's time to watch a movie at home, you seek that same thrill and it just doesn't do the trick. Well, we are here to tell you that we have the answer! Your next question must be, will it cost me an arm and a leg? It is a pleasure to say: NO!

Energy efficiency is important on multiple levels, but did you know it can save you serious money?

Independent studies have shown that the Nest thermostat can save up 15% on cooling bills, which comes in handy as the warm weather approaches South Florida. Let's go over some of the main features of the Nest thermostat.

With the continuous increase in technology and awareness, a large percentage of people are adding smart cameras to their array of home automation. With some better than other, we wanted to shine extra light on the Nest Cam. 

A big advantage of the Nest Cam is that they all plug into power, rather than batteries, so you will never miss a second of anything you want to keep an eye on, whether its your house, the kids or your furry friend. It can be used inside or outside and because it integrates with most smart phones you will have 24/7 live video. You might be thinking, "That's great! But what about at night?". Great questions! The Nest Cam is fully equipped with night vision, so you're also safe in the dark.

If you have a home theater, want a home theater or just love listening to good quality music, you might want to check out the Sonos SUB. Sonos has been around since early 2000's and has grown to be a competitive player in the electronics world. Their products range from small upgrades to professional installation. Today we want to shed some extra light on the Sonos SUB.

We have all left our lights on all day while we are at work, wasting energy and wasting money. In addition, leaving lights on unattended could become a fire hazard if there is a power surge or malfunction. With the Smart Philips Hue LED lighting, you can switch your lights on/off or change the color by the touch of your smart device. Change the way you experience and control light.

There are 4 steps to the Hue Lighting.

We made it! It is the New Year, and we made it through gift season once again! Now it is time to gather all your new gadgets and connect them. If your New Year's resolution was to become more technology automated, you are not alone! Home automation is only growing and we're glad that you are part of it! 

So now, here you are, you connected all your smart devices and its not working. Thoughts of "I told you this wouldn't work" or "this causes more work instead of less" start creeping into your mind. We are here to tell you, the smart device is working; it is probably your network that can't support the devices yet. That is why; this week's product we want to shine some extra light on is: the Araknis Networks.