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Why do trade professionals sign up to business directories?

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Your business might involve fitting home cinemas and aerials, or might focus on setting up smart hubs for homes, but working as a professional installer is always a specialist trade.

As a result, it’s essential that [...]

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Freeview Channel Changes 25/05/2022

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On 25th May 2022, some broadcasters are making important changes to their channels.  Viewers will need to retune their TV’s to keep their channels and TV guide up to date. What’s changing? Type of change Current LCN New LCN Current name New name Old Mux New mux Comments Change of name 208 – Pop Max [...]read moreFreeview Channel Changes 25/05/2022

Four ways smart homes can help you relax

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Smart home technology is designed to be dependable and convenient, saving time and energy while offering enhanced security. As a result of using [...]

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Google unveils smart home protocol

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From smart hubs to smart lightbulbs, devices ranging from simple to all-inclusive require integration to operate effectively, leading many homeowners to enlist the aid of an expert home technology installer rather than tackle this tricky task themselves. [...]

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Ring Professional Programme

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Ring has been at the forefront of home smart security and is continually adding to the portfolio of products and services.  They have recognised that many homeowners, although Ring products can be self-installed, still prefer the comfort and reassurance of having a professional to complete their Ring product installation.

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Ei Live Show 2022

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The annual must attend Ei Live show is back for 2022 on the 14th – 15th September at the Farnborough Exhibition Centre.

It is without doubt the main event for the residential AV and home automation sector where you can see an array of smart products from a range of manufacturers.

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Do you need an Aerial?

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With a lot of people moving away from paid TV services such as Sky, you will need an aerial to watch Freeview services.   You may already have one, if you do, check that the cables are undamaged and that they are connected and routed to an aerial point in your home.  From your aerial point, you will need to plug the cable directly into your Freeview TV or recorder if you have one.

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Just what is Alexa?

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Smart tech is here to stay, becoming more and more of our everyday lives.  However, it is still easy to get confused between the Google Assistant, Alexa, Google Nest Mini and the Amazon Echo Dot – all integral to controlling our smart tech at home.

Here is a quick download of exactly what Alexa is.

What is Alexa?


Simply put, Alexa is a device that will recognise your spoken commands and respond to you – this means you can ask questions to find out the answers and instruct your Alexa to play music for example.  The most common place to find Alexa is in the Amazon Echo – a range of speakers that come complete with the Alexa software.  However, with increasing use of virtual assistants you will find the Alexa software in the likes of cars and other third-party speakers.

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Grand Designs presenter advises on smart home tech

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Ahead of a live London Grand Design event, televisions presenter Kevin McCloud recently shared his thoughts on home tech and some of the most cutting-edge options available.

When interviewed by [...]

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What do customers want from a smart home technology installer?

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To run a successful business that fits the latest smart technology in people’s homes, it’s important to understand expectations. A combination of the [...]

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