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Second Gen Tivoli Audio Model One Digital Brings Massive Sound (and Slick Looks)

When I first received the Model One Digital (Gen. 2) from Tivoli Audio, I was stoked to finally try out a one of their radios. Over the years I’ve had dozens of smaller desktop-style radios. They’ve all fallen short in one way or another. But I’ve never come across anything quite like this. The Model One Digital is in a...

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Schneider Electric and Savant Power Co-Developing Connected Relay Technology for Managing Home Energy Use

Schneider Electric is working with Savant Power to develop a new remote-controlled connected relay to help homeowners better manage their home energy use. When connected to a circuit breaker, this relay will provide control of residential power loads, including configurations to maximize back up power in the event of an outage. By...

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Enclave CineHome II Offers ‘Toe in the Water’ DIY Home Theater

The folks at Enclave Audio sent me their CineHome II | CineHub Edition 5.1 WiSA system to check out earlier this month. This little home theater in a box product is squarely DIY with a price point around $1,000. How good could it possibly sound? I set out to see for myself. Unboxing CineHome II The CineHome II | CineHub Edition ships...

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What Do Connected Home Manufacturers Have Planned for Matter Protocol Adoption?

In my last article I looked at the various protocols used for communications by smart home devices. At the end of the article I touched upon the new Matter protocol (formerly Connected Home over IP - CHIP). To review: The Matter protocol is being backed by a wide range of companies including Amazon, Apple, Google, and Samsung...

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The SVS PC-2000 is a Cylindrical Behemoth That Will Blow Your Mind

SVS recently sent me their new PC-2000 Pro Subwoofer to test out. I’d heard about these cylindrical behemoths through word of mouth and couldn’t wait to get my mitts on one. SVS designed the PC-2000 to sit where floor space is at a premium or maybe a corner installation might be ideal. It’s down-firing 12-inch driver, Sledge...

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Kaleidescape Terra 18TB Provides Mid-Level Movie Server Option

The Terra 18TB is Kaleidescape's new mid-level movie server option, which offers more storage, faster download speeds, and flexibility to scale “Kaleidescape is committed to offering products in a vast array of storage sizes, showing our ongoing effort to meet a wide range of Kaleidescape customer needs,” said Tayloe Stansbury,...

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Schneider Electric Adds New Square D Connected Wiring Device Lines

Schneider Electric has unveiled its Square D X and XD Series connected wiring devices, dubbing the X Series “the best value” for its easy installation, refreshed modern design, and smart home compatibility. The XD Series takes this further, providing a more premium option with additional design features, a range of colors and a more...

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MeatStick and Grillbot Enabling Smarter Outdoor Grilling

Just because the days are getting shorter and cooler doesn’t mean it is time to put away your BBQ grill. Fall continues to be a great time to grill and the holidays are right around the corner, so it is the perfect time to up your cooking game. The MeatStick WiFi Pro Set will allow you to perfectly cook steaks and other cuts of meat...

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Proficient Signature Series Outdoor Speakers Added from Nortek Control

The latest Proficient Signatures Series Landscape Speakers and Landscape Subwoofers from Nortek Control were designed to provide premium level, best-in-class audio performance and are built to withstand the harshest climates and environments. The news comes on the heels of the newly announced Proficient Protege Rock Series Outdoor...

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