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Do you need an Aerial?

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?

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

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?

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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Satellite TV

How to hide your satellite television dish

Satellite TV dishes allow people to access a myriad of channels and unique content, but their size can sometimes harm a home’s aesthetics. While this [...]

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Tips for mounting a flat screen television

If you’re installing a home cinema system, determining 'which TV wall mount do i need' and establishing the right height for your flat screen television is important. However, finding the perfect position isn’t always [...]

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Three useful tips for positioning home CCTV installation

Modern closed-circuit television (CCTV) devices are readily available to buy at cost-effective prices. Providing peace of mind and enhanced [...]

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What is Starlink internet?

Offering high-speeds and low latency, Starlink uses advanced satellites positioned in low orbit to provide a wide range of internet services.

Previously impossible to [...]

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How can your installation business get the Digital Tick?

You might be a specialist at installing home aerials or have expertise in fitting the latest smart media centres, but qualifications aren’t always enough to reassure your customers that you’re a trusted tradesperson. Fortunately, easily recognisable symbols like the Digital Tick make it easier for you to show homeowners you are a competent professional they can trust to perform work within their property. Read on as we explore what [...]

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Fitness Tracker

New smart gym released for home workouts

Homeowners looking to weight train without ever attending a gym are sure to love a new smart home technology option that has recently entered the [...]

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