Sonos Brings Cinematic Sound in Your Home
Sonos Brings Cinematic Sound in Your Home
Sonos, a leader in the speaker industry, challenges home entertainment norms by providing clear quality sound with its products. With the abundance of online streaming services out there, it’s hard to justify ever leaving your own home for the sake of watching a movie. Netflix, Disney+, and Hulu – to name a few – have changed the way we watch movies and television. However, the movie theatres have that distinct surround sound that amplifies the viewing experience.
Sonos Playbar
Playbar brings the ultimate sound into your home cinema-style, so you can enjoy all of your favorite movies and TV shows from the comfort of your couch. It is mountable, so you can save space on your console. Whether you mount it or place it on a stand or console, the Playbar will automatically adjust and tune the sound for the best possible experience.
Designed by Oscar-winning sound engineers, you’re sure to never miss a voice with the Playbar. Speech Enhancement can also be turned on to further clarify dialogue when there are whispers or for action scenes. Now you can get movie theatre sound without having to shush the people in front of you.
The Beam
If you prefer something more compact, the Sonos Beam is a great option. With high definition sound, there is no doubt that you will have the assured Sonos quality. Like the Playbar, the Beam is designed by prestigious engineers so every voice and sound is emphasized just enough so that you can always follow the story. Its sleek design allows you to effortlessly integrate it into your living space.
Its also smart-feature enabled, so you can control it with your voice or through the Sonos app if you prefer. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built-in so you’re able to get all of your questions answered, favorite music playing, and much more all handsfree.
Sonos is a leading sound provider and you can create a cinema experience within your own home with the integration of Sonos products. Contact the HomeForce team today to learn more about these products and allows us to help you create the best home theatre viewing experience.
What Does Alarm.com Video Doorbell Have to Offer?
What Does Alarm.com Video Doorbell Have to Offer?
Alarm.com Video Doorbell has alot to offer. You may have seen recent viral videos recorded on video doorbells, such as alarm.com's, that capture everything on doorsteps, from ecstatic and enthusiastic delivery drivers to kidnappings as they occur. There is no doubt that these little devices help in more ways than one.
The increasing popularity of smart video doorbells is no surprise – they instantly bring home owners peace of mind when it comes to home security. It’s nice to know who is always at the door, especially if you don’t happen to be home at the time. Alarm.com’s Wi-Fi Doorbell Cameras allow you to monitor your home from anywhere at anytime.
Complete Security with Alarm.com Video Doorbell
Alarm.com’s video doorbell is a full smart home security camera, so you can have it set up to look out for any suspicious and unusual activity that may occur around your front yard. Visitors will trigger a motion-activated video recording, that will be viewable on your phone right away. These clips can also be downloaded and forwarded at your choosing.
With the ability to remotely unlock your front door, you can secure packages and deliveries that would otherwise be left outside. On the other hand, you could also remotely lock your door if you leave in a rush and forget to do so.
Guaranteed Reliability
With a battery life of up to 5 years, you don’t need to worry about replacements and can be at ease knowing your front steps are monitored day in and day out. Additionally, there are two options for you to choose from - the original high-powered HD edition or the new Slim Line edition, which is better for installation on thinner door trims and frames. Both of which give you the power of an integrated camera, motion sensor, digital microphone, and speaker.
Video doorbells are, without a doubt, a very useful gadget to have installed as a part of your home security system. The HomeForce team is knowledgeable in all aspects of home automation and home security, so we can help you find the products that best suit your needs. Contact us today for more information the Alarm.com Video Doorbell and other products.
Lutron Serena Shade Automation for Your Modern Home
Lutron Serena Shade Automation for Your Modern Home
Lutron Serena Shade is the latest smart home automation solution. There’s no doubt that smart home devices and appliances are growing increasingly popular. Lutron is one of the top providers of home automation products and services. The Caseta line, which we’ve previously done an in-depth article on, gives you the power to control smart lighting in your home using your existing light bulbs.
Lutron Serena Shade Customized for You
The Serena shades are customizable to fit your preferences and your home. With the option of a roller or insulating honeycomb design, and a further variety of styles that allow you to filter light and darken rooms, you’re sure to find a design that fits the aesthetic of your room. Different colour and fabric options are also available for you to choose from.
All can be controlled from the Lutron app on your phone, and multiple shades can be linked so they work in sync. Since Lutron has a range of smart products you can also control your lights and even create various ‘scenes’ that have custom settings. Compatibility with the Apple HomeKit allows you to pass off all of these tasks to Siri. It’s as easy as telling Siri to set the scene to ‘movie night,’ where all of the shades come down and the lights dim. At this rate, you’ll never have to leave your couch when you sit down to watch a movie!
Other Notable Features
Unlike most shade options, the Serena shades have a cordless design, leaving you with one less worry if you have small children or pets. Neither installation nor operation require any wires, so retrofit applications are perfect. As mentioned above, the shades can be controlled via your smartphone with the Lutron or Apple HomeKit applications. However, if you prefer the traditional remote-control design, then the Pico remote is another option. Integration and use are super simple, and if you already have the remote for the Lutron smart lighting or smart fan systems within your home you’re all set!
Lutron makes products that make life easier for you, so you don’t have to worry about the small stuff like remembering to flick the light switch or closing blinds when leaving a room. Home automation is great for any user, and the HomeForce team brings great knowledge on all of these products to the table. Contact us today and we’ll help you find the best products for you.
Use Sonos Amp to Power Up on Home Entertainment
Use Sonos Amp to Power Up on Home Entertainment
Sonos Amp amplifies the sound in your home theatre. It comes equipped to power up to four speakers, with 125 watts per channel, and you can expect the great reliable sound Sonos provides. The amp also gives you the ability to further your smart home experience, with smart device compatibility and streaming capabilities.
New Features
The predecessor to the new Sonos Amp was only designed to power two speakers; the new model has double that capability and comes with more power, for even the most demanding speaker setups. Connect the amp to your turntable or stereo to enjoy sounds from any source, whether that be a vinyl record, CD, or any audio file on your devices.
As smart home setups become increasingly more popular, Sonos continues to cater and gives you the option to control your sound system with your voice. Connect your Amp to your Amazon Echo or Alexa-enabled devices and enjoy the ability to listen to your favorite song in surround sound, all without lifting a finger. AirPlay 2 compatibility also lets you directly stream sound from your Mac, iPad, or iPhone.
With Wi-Fi connectivity, you can wirelessly connect speakers in separate rooms and enjoy uninterrupted sound everywhere in your home. If you prefer, however, you still have the option to alternatively connect the amp with an ethernet cable. Even with the same sound playing in different rooms, you are able to customize settings like volume for each individual room or a group of rooms.
Sonos Amp Quality
Build your Sonos home theatre system with the impeccable sound that comes with every Sonos product. You can customize the system to fill your individual space with stereo or dual-mono sound. The Amp is designed to optimize airflow and heat management with a mountable design, so you can count on it to deliver long-lasting power while it keeps cool.
Create the best listening experience for you and your family. Contact the HomeForce team today and we can help you integrate the Sonos Amp and other products into your home.
Protect Your Retail Space with Hikvision DarkFighter
Protect Your Retail Space with DarkFighter Technology
Hikvision DarkFighter technology is without a doubt game-changing. Giving you impeccable clarity and in both high and low light conditions, the powerful cameras are great for surveillance in any type of space. In retail spaces, effective security is imperative in the success of the business. The new line of mini security cameras is ideal for spaces like these, as they can be discreetly placed just about anywhere.
High Quality Hikvision Darkfighter
As with all Hikvision cameras, the new mini series provides the highest quality video. 4 MP high resolution allows for clear and detailed images, and when combines with the 12mm zoom you can distinguish any potential thieves without trouble. The contents of your space will be more secure than ever.
Of course, the DarkFighter cameras produce great night vision and low light quality. The one-of-a-kind IR distance of up to 20m allows you to see images in the dark nearly as clear as day. Audio input and output connections are also available, so you can play back audio along with the video if you so choose.
Space-Saving Cameras
The new series of DarkFighter Network Mini PTZ security cameras are a mere 2.5 inches, suitable for installation almost everywhere. The entire product itself can fit in the palm of your hand. Ideal for indoor use in smaller spaces, but the cameras also work great in outdoor settings.
Secure your retail space and protect your merchandise by installing high quality security cameras. Contact the HomeForce security team to learn more about Hikvision products. We provide our customers with nothing but the best products and services!
Samsung ‘The Frame’ TV Brings World Class As Art
Samsung ‘The Frame’ TV Brings World Class Art into Your Home
The possibility of having art by the likes of Vincent Van Gogh or Anthony Copley Fielding in your home is definitely not the norm. These pieces are one of a kind, normally displayed in foreign art galleries across the world. Samsung’s, The Frame, TV allows you to bring these exquisite pieces into your living room so you can enjoy them for yourself.
The Frame TV
As with all Samsung QLED TVs, The Frame provides a full 100% colour volume, giving you impeccable picture quality and vibrant colours. Forget about the standard HDR quality you may be used to, Samsung’s HDR 10+ further amplifies images so you don’t miss any details in your favourite show, movie, or art piece.
Similar to how your phone reacts to lighting and auto-adjusts screen brightness, The Frame has a brightness sensor that acts similarly. Screen brightness is balanced based on the time of day, so you see visuals the way the artist or director meant for them to be seen. The Frame TV also contains a motion sensor; if your presence is sensed in the area, the screen turns on and your favourite art is displayed. If you’re worried about wasted energy, not to fret since the screen will turn off as soon as you leave!
And the Art
With new premiere partnerships, Samsung gives you access to masterpieces from world-renowned museums. These include the Uffizi Galleries, Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, and the Van Gogh Museum. This, combined with the existing gallery in the Samsung Art Store, gives you the largest specially curated art content platform in the world. Who says you need millions of dollars to display some of the most notable works of art in your home?
Customize your TV to best suit your chosen art pieces by selecting your favourite bezel. With snap-on customizable frames, you can change the look however often you desire. To further keep the TV looking more and more like an art frame, there is no gap between the wall and the TV so it hangs like a real frame.
If you want to stylize your home with signature art pieces while still giving yourself the functionality of an amazing TV, give our HomeForce team a call. We strive to provide nothing but the best service and will help you find the products that best suit your needs.
Wellcam for Seniors : Empower Independent Living
Wellcam for Seniors : Empower Independent Living
Wellcam for seniors is empowering independent living with its the first video home solution. How often is it that you find yourself worried that your parents living on their own are in danger? Wellcam gives you an increased sense of protection and security so you no longer have this worry.
Stay Connected with Wellcam for Seniors
Wellcam enables two-way communication so that you can directly view and speak to your loved ones easily. Its call-out button lets those with the device call your Alarm.com app handsfree. If youwant to initiate a call to the device, simply press the corresponding button within the app and you’ll be directed straight to the speaker.
The camera equipped within the device allows for a 180-degree view and 1080p resolution, with a 6mp zoom feature. This is ideal for covering wide areas like kitchens or living rooms.
Immediate Notification
If you so choose, you are able to receive notifications through your Alarm.com app when motion is detected. When specific areas of the home are monitored, the security camera will alert you if something besides the norm has occurred.
Wellcam can be easily integrated into your existing Alarm.com home security system, allowing you to feel the greatest sense of protection within your and your loved one’s home. Contact the HomeForce home security team today to learn more about how you can keep your family safe using the Alarm.com products.
Lutron Sunnata Touch Dimmer, Smart Lighting and Shading
Lutron Sunnata Touch Dimmer, Smart Lighting and Shading
Lutron Sunnata Touch Dimmer, is a sleek and innovative design, is the newest addition to the Lutron family. Lutron is the leading manufacturer of smart lighting and shading control situations. The company has a wide selection of dimmers that are compatible with all bulb types, so it’s easy to pick a solution that works for you.
Elegant Display
The Sunnata dimmer boasts elegance within your home. With its sleek next generation design, the switch is one that you can actually appreciate looking at on your wall. As you swipe the light bar to adjust the lighting in your home, the bar itself lights up to this level as well. Won’t it be nice to no longer have to motion your arm back and forth a handful of times before you finally find the light switch? Since the light bar emits a soft glow, even when it is off, you’ll have no trouble looking for the switch in the dark.
Easily Integrated
As with all Lutron dimmers, the Sunnata dimmer does not require any neutral wire so it is effortless integrated into your home regardless of its age. It also works with existing incandescent and Halogen bulbs in your home, or dimmable LEDs. The switch can be used in either a single-pole or 3-way application, so you have the option of integrating it into a system where you control your lights from multiple locations.
The HomeForce home automation team members are experts on Lutron devices and switches. Contact us today for all of your lighting control and smart home needs!
Use Hikvision Technology to Immediately Deter Intruders
Use Hikvision Technology to Immediately Deter Intruders
Hikvision technology, the leading innovative security supplier, introduced a new camera series to add to its security solutions line. Unlike your average security cameras, the AcuSense network cameras come equipped with features that allow you to deter intruders as soon as they are detected on your premises, keeping you and your family safer than ever.
Enhanced Security Features
The AcuSense cameras focus on human or vehicle movement, and false alarms are heavily reduced by the smart technology that they employ. This means that irrelevant movements, such as rain, leaves, or animals, are disregarded and you are notified of more accurate intrusions.
For added security measures, a strobe light and audio alarm are triggered upon detection of an intruder. This will warn the intruder off before they can breach your perimeter. You may adjust the brightness of the strobe light and volume of the alarm based on your preferences and what best suits your environment.
DarkFighter Technology
As you may have read about in one of our previous blog posts, Hikvision’s DarkFighter technology allows for more clarity in video surveillance no matter what kind of lighting. You’ll feel safe knowing that your cameras are working in ultra-low light just as well as they would during the day time.
Hikvision provides high quality products, and HomeForce provides high quality service and installation. Contact our home security team today to inquire further about these security cameras, and more.
Discover Lutron Smart Fan Speed Control Switch
Discover Lutron Smart Fan Speed Control Switch
Lutron Smart Fan Speed Control Switch comes in a variety of colours and a sleek wall plate design, so you’re bound to find one that suits your home. You may have seen Lutron’s Caseta In-Wall Smart Dimmer Switch, which allows users to control and dim existing non-smart bulbs in your home. In addition to the dimming system, the Caseta line also includes a smart switch for hardwired fans, requiring only a neutral wire.
Adjust/Set Speed With Lutron Smart Fan Control
The Smart Fan Switch allows you to save your optimal fan speed preference with the “favourite” button at the centre of the wall plate. This allows you to quickly adjust the speed to your favourite setting and there’s no need to play around with the high/low key settings.
In-App Control
We’ve all been there, scramming around and rummaging through the sofa cushions trying to find the ceiling fan remote control. With the Caseta Smart Switch, you have the ability to use the Lutron app to control your fan. All of your Caseta products can be controlled within the app, so if you have the Dimmer Switch already installed setup is easier than ever. Adjust the speed of your fan or turn it on and off, all within the app.
Alexa Compatibility
The Caseta line of products is entirely compatible with the Amazon Alexa-enabled devices, making it even easier to control. Simply prompt Alexa by saying, “Alexa, please…” and you can manage all of your Caseta products.
Lutron is a leading provider of energy-saving dimmers and lighting control solutions, so do not hesitate to consider their products when upgrading your home. Contact our HomeForce team today and we can help you make your home smarter than ever.