Customize Your Smart Home & Entertainment Experience with the Halo Remote 

Do we really need a remote for the Blu-ray player, another for the smart lights, and one for one for…something you can’t recall? There has to be a better way. 

And there is! Instead, you can consolidate your home technology with an all-in-one smart home remote. The Halo remote by Control4 controls everything from the lights to the AC to Netflix, simplifying how you approach every system in your home. 

Whether you’re new to Control4 or already use it in your Fort Lauderdale home, here’s how to work the Halo Control4 remote and navigate the interface. 

‘Tis the Season for Smart Home Upgrades  

The holiday season is just around the corner, and there's no better time to transform your home into the coziest place for celebrations. Whether you're planning to install a new Control4 smart home system or your existing one could use an update, here's what you need to consider to ensure your home is holiday-ready.  

As the leading Control4 dealer in Parkland, FL, we're here to guide you through the process and provide all the smart solutions on your wish list. Get inspired below! 

Josh.ai Is More Than a Voice Controller Now—It’s a Home Control System 

AI is all the rage now, so it should come as no surprise that a company with ‘AI’ in its name has exciting new developments. Josh.ai, the artificial intelligence company known for voice-controlled home automation, is expanding beyond voice with the new Josh One home control platform.  

Josh One is a home controller that simplifies the interactions in connected home environments. It is a scalable solution that lowers the barrier to entry into advanced smart homes, simplifying the installation process with the help of AI.  

Whether you already utilize Josh home automation or are curious about smart technology, here’s how Josh One will transform your home experience in Lighthouse Point, FL. 

Infinite Options at Your Command 

Modern smart lighting offers so much more than turning lights on and dimming. With a smart lighting system, you’re free to customize your lights to any color. On your smart home app or wall keypad, you can set the lights to your preferred hue and brightness level with pinpoint precision. 

But when you’re on the move or busy, you may not want to look for your phone to change the lights. That’s when your home voice assistant comes in handy. 

Voice-controlled lights make it simple to activate and personalize lights anytime, as long as your voice assistant is within earshot. A sophisticated voice system lets you control multiple lights simultaneously and make complex requests. Here’s how you can get started in your Fort Lauderdale, FL, home. 

Make the Most of Your Control4 Home with These Automation Ideas 

When it comes to home automation, Control4 is a jack of all trades and a master of all. With a robust operating system and network foundation, Control4 can connect to all areas of your home, unleashing infinite possibilities. 

From lighting to TVs, security cameras to ceiling fans, you can control all your technologies with a C4 system. And when all your systems are synced to the same interface, you can group them together to automate incredible things.  

We could list home automation ideas all day long, but here are many to try in your Palm Beach, FL home. 

Upgrade Your Smart Home for a Fresh, New Start 

Home improvement is a popular new year’s resolution. Is it on your list? While some people want to repaint their bedrooms, and others want to install a pool, you could use this chance to improve your home’s technologies.  

If you have a Control4 smart home, and your devices and systems are years outdated, why not treat yourself to home automation updates this new year? 

Whether you’re still running on the old operating system or your smart lighting could use an extra spark, get inspired by our home automation ideas below. In 2023, you’ll live more simply and beautifully, creating your own luxury oasis in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

Create Attractive Common Areas That Homebuyers Will Love

If you manage a condominium complex, you may be wondering how you can add value to the property and entice buyers or renters. Of course, proximity to the beach helps! But to appeal to homebuyers—whether they’re downsizing or purchasing for the first time—it benefits youto have incredible amenities like smart technology. 

By technology, we don’t just mean smart thermostats and surveillance cameras. Commercial lighting control can transform the atmosphere of condo common spaces and units while saving energy too. With a professional lighting design and color-tunable lights, residents will be in awe of the rooms they can call home.

Read on to learn how partnering with a lighting designer and home technology company like First Priority Audio will enhance your Fort Lauderdale, FL property. Your condo complex may become the most in-demand in the area! 

Work with a Smart Home Installer to Create a More Convenient Lifestyle 

We all wish we had more time in the day. Americans have felt busy and rushed for years—even when research shows we have more free time than ever. 

How can this be? According to the BBC, “We feel a social pressure to ‘do it all’, at work and at home, but… it’s a mathematical impossibility.” In 2020, The Economist theorized that “multi-tasking is what makes us feel pressed for time” and blamed task-switching for the feeling that “the job never quite feels done.” 

If your days feel fragmented, take some of that time back! You can consolidate small to-dos around your house through the power of home automation. When you work with a smart home installer like our team at First Priority Audio, we design and install smart systems that simplify daily life.

Read on to learn more about Control4 home automation and how it can help you live your best life in Fort Lauderdale, FL. 

Work with an experienced smart home team for a faster, cheaper, better-looking result

If you’re a home builder, interior designer or other professional in a related industry, you’ve undoubtedly seen the rise in popularity of home automation systems. Demand for these devices is climbing rapidly; if you aren’t putting smart systems in your homes, whether it’s new construction or a remodel, you’re missing out on a significant revenue source.

But designing and building a smart home requires time, money and expertise you may not have. There are also dozens of other challenges you face on any major construction or renovation project. The best way to create a smart home with minimal headaches is to bring in an integrator as a partner. Today’s blog will lay out all the advantages builders, designers and others can gain by working with an integrator on smart home automation projects in the Fort Lauderdale, FL, region. 

Ensure Your Smart System, Wi-Fi, and Air Quality Are All in Good Health

Many of us make personal resolutions to improve our health each year. But what about your home’s health? We have check-ups for our teeth and yearly inspections for our cars. But if you don’t have a professional look at your house’s technology and airflow, you could run into problems.

The best way to prevent technical failures is to regularly update and clean your technology. For a healthy home in Hypoluxo, FL, read on to discover how we can help with home technology and quality check-ups. 

Feel Safe, Secure, And So Comfortable Wherever You Go in Your Home

A safe home is a happy home, and so is one that caters to your every need. When your home has smart technologies like automated lighting, advanced surveillance, and state-of-the-art audio-video systems, you’ll experience luxurious living at its finest. From the bedroom to the bathroom to your home office, every area in your house can be fully equipped with smart solutions.

In Part 1 of this whole-home automation blog series, we discussed how smart technologies transform the way you enjoy home entertainment. In Part 2, we’ll show you how a smart home system elevates your lifestyle and improves how you interact with your home in Hypoluxo, FL.

Learn How Smart Technologies Elevate Entertainment Throughout Your Florida Home

Set the scene for something spectacular in every room. When First Priority Audio designs and installs a Control4 whole-home automation system, you’ll enjoy complete control of every technology throughout your house. The lights, motorized shades, entertainment systems, and security obey your commands. Use a touchpad, remote, or smartphone to become the master of your domain in Palm Beach.

Want to learn the practical applications of whole-home automation? In Part 1 of this blog series, we’ll discuss how smart home technology elevates your lifestyle and improves home entertainment.

Your Home Is Your Castle. Virtually Explore Smart Home Automation with First Priority Audio  

May is officially #C4Yourself month! First Priority Audio has joined forces with Control4 to offer four weeks of live events and virtual showroom tours. We’ll be demonstrating the finest in-home automation that you can enjoy now while working and schooling from home. Whether it’s upgrading your home network’s performance or adding smart lighting to improve your moods, we have a Control4 solution for any home and budget.

 Below we share the schedule for our Control4 Facebook Live events and virtual showroom open houses. During this difficult time, know that in the Lighthouse Point, FL, region, we’re your dedicated Control4 dealer taking every measure to serve your technology needs.

New Technology for an Improved Home Network Installation

If you’re spending more time at home than ever before, your wireless network is likely under increased amounts of stress. You’re working remotely, the kids have schoolwork, you’re streaming Netflix and Hulu, and you’re all connecting smart devices to the network. There’s a traffic jam heading to and from your router, and you may experience loss of connectivity or lagging. So, what can you do about it?

Well, a simple upgrade to a MU-MIMO wireless network could go a long way for your Fort Lauderdale, FL home. But what is MU-MIMO? We’ll share that below, and how a new home network installation will get your daily routine on track.

How Custom Lighting, Audio-Visual Products, and Smart Controls Make Outdoor Living Irresistible

Expand your living space by making your backyard more appealing and functional. By incorporating audio-visual, lighting, and smart home controls, you’ll dramatically improve your outdoor entertainment experience. In fact, your home in Davie, FL, could become the entertainment hub of the neighborhood.

Maybe you long for a private outdoor oasis to enjoy music and a home theater experience with a few friends. Whatever you want, First Priority Audio can make it happen. Keep reading to see how you can take outdoor enjoyment to the next level.

Why a Smart Home Is a Smart Choice for Savvy Florida Homeowners

Are you still living in last century’s home? Sure, it may be quaint and comfortable, but does it have all the luxuries and features you need? With the latest advancements in home automation, you have every reason to make your home smarter and your life more convenient. By upgrading your Florida home, you’ll enjoy luxurious and seamless living with cutting-edge products that transform your home into a modern marvel. Read more to find out how a Control4 smart home is a smart choice.

Reimagine Your Home by Making Your Network Smarter, Sophisticated, and Seamless

Are your electronic devices getting along? If the TV is vying for Wi-Fi space while your computer speeds are lagging, then it’s time to upgrade your home networking systems. Using sophisticated technology and high-performance products, our home network installers help you achieve effortless whole-home control and enjoy luxury living. Discover how an integrated home network transforms the way you live and use technology.

Simplify the technology in your home while relaxing in total comfort

Home automation is a trendy topic these days, but how much do you really know about what a smart home can do? Are you familiar with how the systems work and what they have to offer?

Don’t panic if your answer to any of these questions is “no.” That’s what we’re here for. A Control4 home control system takes the hassle out of home automation by combining everything under one umbrella with easy but powerful controls. Today’s blog will show how a Control4 dealer can help Pompano Beach residents enjoy a more relaxed and comfortable lifestyle.

Surf the web faster and more securely with a home network installation

While in years past families may have fought over the remote control, these days it’s much more likely for an argument to break out over your Wi-Fi network. A poorly optimized network can leave coverage gaps around your home or limit your network speeds. And when you’ve got multiple children trying to browse the Internet for research while you’re trying to watch a movie and your spouse is listening to streaming music, a subpar network is a recipe for disaster.

This doesn’t have to be the case, however. You can get your home ready for school, football, outdoor entertaining and more with a professional home network installation from First Priority Audio. Here are three ways a network can benefit everyone in your Hypoluxo, FL, home.

Stash your home audio/video equipment in your walls, ceiling or furniture for a cleaner look

While your home theater and speakers deliver impressive visuals and sound, they’re rarely designed with your home’s interior design in mind. TVs may be thinner than in the past, and high-end speakers often have a futuristic look, but they still draw attention away from other décor in a space.

Living with these unsightly electronic behemoths is simply a face of life, right? It turns out that’s not the case. With clever planning and engineering, it’s easy to hide your home audio/video gear in discreet locations while still being accessible whenever you need them. Here’s how Florida homeowners in the Hypoluxo area can give their media room or home theater a makeover with hidden A/V.