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All-new interface featuring enhanced entertainment streaming, improved controls, and unparalleled customization. To build a culture of automation in the home, convenience is the foundation of the entire concept. To automate systems such as home security, entertainment, window treatments, lighting, and environmental automation is all about making things easier for you. With the push of one button, you can lock the house, close the blinds, turn off the lights and radio, and lower the temp, all...

Staying up to date on conference room technology isn’t about vanity or trying to have the latest and greatest gear. Alongside email and cell phones, video conference rooms are what enables businesses to operate outside of the ‘brick and mortar’ establishment, giving them a national and even international presence. It is for this reason why it is so essential that your conference room is set up with 4K as well as optimizing the supportive tech to secure the best possible conferencing experienc...

Home theaters have the core elements that we are all familiar with, the screen, projector, surround systems, media players, decor, lighting, and furniture. Some place more importance on the technology that you see and hear, however, to optimize the home theater experience, we have to go one step further, or for some, make a few tweaks. In this article, we will discuss what steps you can take to optimize your home theater. Projector Screens - Not All Are the Same All theater rooms are differe...

If you are constructing a new home or retrofitting an existing home with smart technology, you must have a starting point. That is why we at Capital Technology Group have assembled a checklist so that you can ensure that you have each piece of the puzzle and that you will end up with the smart home of your dreams! In this article, we will outline exactly what you need for your smart home, as well as some “nice to have” devices so that you can live with the most automation and comfort availabl...

Over the years, smart home technology has been getting… well… smarter. Advancements are coming faster now more than ever. The question stands though, which gadgets are going to stick and is worth including into your smart home? In this article, we will be looking at the 2019 trends for smart home technology so that you know which technology to take to the bank!Alexa Gets Even More Powerful Alexa voice control has been a stable platform for solutions such as door locks, audio and video syste...

You have just received your brand new 4K projector, and you are ready to start watching your favorite movies. Well, not yet! First, you need to choose your projection screen. It is the goal of all home theater enthusiasts to seek out the best quality and value available to get the full potential out of your projector. However, which screen type do you prefer? In this article, we are going to discuss the most popular projection screen solutions and what may be a good fit for your home theater....

You can have the best 4K display, and the most excellent home theater receiver on the market and your home theater room can have the most beautiful seats available, automated lighting, along with your favorite decorations, however, if your sound quality is insufficient, then it is all a pointless endeavor. However, with so many options available, which speaker system should you use for your home theater?   In this article, we will break down the different types of speakers and describe...

Introduction Smart Home technology, security systems, and automated shades are intriguing and compelling. However, an essential piece of the puzzle is often overlooked - the home network. There are right and wrong ways to set up your home networks. If you think that going down to your local “big-box” retailer and picking up the most expensive wireless router is the best option, you’re sadly mistaken. For home networks, the needs are different from one to the next. In this article, we will di...

Introduction With convenience at the pinnacle of today's society, we are always looking for ways to make our home safer, increasingly more efficient, and to be as comfortable as possible. If safety, efficiency, and comfort align with your goals, perhaps you should look into the latest technology of motorized shades for your home. Where do you even start, though, when exploring motorized shades? In this article, we will discuss what to look for in window shade technology and the manufacturer ...

  Home automation - do I need it? What is it? Moreover, what does it do for me? Have you asked any of these questions when you hear someone talk about home automation technology? We are going to jump ahead of ourselves and answer each one for you.     Do I need it? - Yes What is it? - Automation technology that makes your home much safer, more convenient, and fun. What does it do for me? - It will save me time, help me be more productive, and will help me keep my home sec...

Doing business with entities that are not local is the new normal. The telephone, fax machine, internet, email, text and more has made it easier than ever to do business with customers anywhere in the world. Are FaceTime and Skype the best way to communicate with your customers though? In this article, we discuss the top reasons for companies to consider adding enterprise-grade video conferencing gear to your boardroom and meeting rooms.How Is Enterprise Video Conferencing Different From Cons...

If you own a 'brick and mortar' business, you must communicate with your patrons constantly by way of signage. Have you found yourself wishing that your signs could change throughout the day, targeting your special offers to your clients? Digital signage may be a good choice for you. What are the benefits of digital signage? And, why would digital signage be a good fit for me? These questions, and more will be answered in this article!The Benefits of Digital Signage For Your Business We wil...

LED lighting is not just about 'going green.' The term 'going green' can swing between two spectrums including the simple act of throwing a plastic bottle into a recycling container, and going completely off the grid with full solar and wind energy, compost system, water recycling and much more. Whether or not 'going green' is important to you, outfitting your home or business with LED lighting comes with more than just the good feeling of giving back to the earth. In this article, we will di...

Enjoying movies and the ‘big game’ at home has been the past time of millions, and perhaps you have a audio video setup at home. How though, can you take your home entertainment experience to the next level in the Austin and Houston Texas area? Custom home theater systems are the ticket to making your home entertainment experience better than in the movie theater! In this article, we will outline everything that you need to know to get you off to the best start. Your Custom Home Theater - Wh...

Everything you need to know about successful home automation Enabling your home with smart automation is not just trendy, it is becoming practical now that we have available to us a wide selection of devices that are connected to the Internet of Things (IoT). Everything seems to be connected in some way, adding to the potential convenience and comfort that we can have at home. From home lighting, music and A/V systems, vacuum cleaner robots, refrigerators and pretty much anything that you ca...