What Will iPad’s Role Be in Home Automation?

iPad control screen on a bar counter next to a home theater

Yes, an iPad can run your home. Its almost 10-inch screen makes it easy to control TV, music, lights, and more with less scrolling. Control companies like Crestron and Savant made iPad apps early on. Just a couple of more weeks until the coveted Apple iPad will be in the hands of the tech-hungry. Right […]

Surprise! Home Installation Goes Under Cover

Basement theater bar with stools and a big screen

While his parents were on a week-long vacation, Ryan Herd and the 1 Sound Choice crew gave their home a full tech upgrade in 6 days. They added TVs, surround sound, smart lights, thermostats, and a smart lock, all run by Control4. We’ve seen homes secretly redecorated on programs like HGTV’s While You Were Out, […]

Back-to-Basics Media Room Plays Well

Media room with a wide screen and theater seats

A simple media room can still feel special. This one hides the gear when it is not in use, has a TV cabinet that matches the decor, and plays full 5.1 surround sound. Best of all, it is very easy to use. Sometimes basic is best. At least, what a custom electronics professional might refer […]

Finding the Right Audio Angle

Family room with a high ceiling, leather sofas, and a TV in a wood cabinet

Yes, a room with a tall, angled ceiling can still have great surround sound. In this 2-story family room, the 1 Sound Choice team hid 5 speakers in the ceiling above the TV and tucked the subwoofers between the floor joists. Not all rooms are created equal—or even in a nice rectangular shape with an […]