Just as quickly as CES 2018 arrived, the annual convention of consumer electronics has ended.

Manufacturers and consumers from around the world converged in Las Vegas for four days from Jan. 9-12, reveling in the newest and most significant technologies.

So, what did Sound & Theater learn from this year’s show?

What are the most notable emerging home automation system trends we’re noticing for this year for Buffalo, NY residents?

Below, we’ll explore our takeaways from CES 2018. Simply keep reading to find out more.

Leaves and temperatures are falling in here New York, which means most people are switching gears for the holiday season. If we know anything about this time of year, it’s that with holiday cheer usually comes holiday stress. Parties, dinners, traveling, hosting and shopping are just some items on our to-do lists that tend to kick menial tasks to the curb.

We’re optimistic for those in the Williamsville area with a home automation system that can automate everyday tasks and keep their home controlled amid this season of chaos, but Control4’s new Intercom Anywhere solution can take your home connectivity to a whole new level of efficiency just in time for the holidays.

Read on to learn four ways Intercom Anywhere would be a perfect addition to your smart home system.

As IoT and automation become increasingly prevalent in our everyday home and work lives, we’re finding ourselves living a more sedentary lifestyle behind computers and other technology devices. To make things worse, the studies often pair the advancement of technology with growing health issues such as weight gain and higher risk of diseases.

So, we’re going to set things straight for those in the Buffalo, New York area. Your home automation system can foster your health in several ways that others might tend to overlook, from air-quality testing to simulated natural lighting and more.

Let us give you the facts. Keep reading to learn four ways your smart home can boost your wellness and encourage a healthy lifestyle.

Building a brand-new home is an opportunity to start fresh.

With a clean slate, you can provide your family with a house designed to your preferences – you can customize the features you want to include, from amenities to interior design and more.

As you prepare for your home construction project, it’s also an opportunity to integrate technology into your new residence.

And if you ever have been interested in a home automation system, it’s the perfect time to add this technology to your property.

Want to learn more about our home automation installations? Our services are available in Orchard Park and all parts of Western New York.

Home automation adds convenience to your life by allowing you to remotely monitor and control your Buffalo, NY home’s systems no matter where you are in the world. Convenience isn’t the only benefit, however. Utilizing home automation can lead to substantial energy savings and reduced electric bills. Gain more control over your home’s technology and streamline your daily routines. Read our latest blog to learn more about the energy-saving benefits of home automation.

Whether you’re building a new home or upgrading the house your children grew up in, you’ve probably considered adding a home automation system to your property in the Amherst area.

That’s a great idea! Smart technology helps simplify your lifestyle, adding convenience, safety, and style to all your spaces.

But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have questions. In fact, we get them all the time.

Here, we’re going to answer five of your most common questions about home automation. Just keep reading for more.

Winter is well underway in Ellicottville, New York, and that means there’s no better time to enjoy the slopes at Holiday Valley than now.

But the spring and summer months are approaching quickly, and that means you might soon be away from your vacation home – perhaps for months at a time.

How can you ensure your property remains safe – whether you’re still in Ellicottville or perhaps hundreds of miles away?

We recommend obtaining remote access to your home automation system.

How exactly can remote access not only benefit you but also your property? Keep reading to find out!

At Sound & Theater, our team is all about providing homeowners throughout the Buffalo area with best-in-class home technology solutions.

Of course, technologies are rapidly improving on an annual basis – and that means our team consistently needs to stay ahead of the curve to continue offering you modern, innovative and effective solutions.

Every year, our team attends the CEDIA Expo – the largest trade show in the country for custom technology integrators. Earlier in September, our team flew out to San Diego for this year’s show.

And we want to keep you up-to-date with everything that we observed at this year’s event.

In this blog, we’ll explore our favorite takeaways from the 2018 CEDIA Expo so you can make the most of the home automation system or entertainment setup at your house in the Amherst area or beyond.

The Consumer Technology Association’s annual Consumer Electronics Show was in Las Vegas once again this year, and it debuted new devices and technologies that will become available for your New York smart home this year. From the slightly absurd to technical genius, CES 2020 is always a trade show full of innovation and excitement in the entertainment capital of the world. Last year, the Impossible Burger debuted – a technological food innovation – and Sony and Samsung both debuted 98-inch 8K upscaling TVs.

So, what new smart devices or trends did CES 2020 debut that you could incorporate into your own home automation system? Keep reading to learn about a few of the new offerings that will soon become available to your Ellicottville, NY smart home.