Don’t you hate it when you’re searching for something on the internet, whether on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop – and suddenly, nothing will load? Or maybe when you’re trying to have a movie night with friends and family and are streaming a film from Netflix or Hulu, but you’re met with only buffering symbols? This is what a poor Wi-Fi and network connection can do to your daily audio-video usage.

So how can you ensure your internet connection is strong and robust, and running smoothly on an everyday basis, so you can get to using your smart devices without any issues? Upgrading to the latest Wi-Fi 6 router is the best solution. By bringing this router to your Greenwich, CT living space, you can elevate your entire smart home.

Want to find out what the Wi-Fi 6 upgrade means? Just keep reading on below.

Summer is the time for outdoor fun, so why are you limiting the way you watch your favorite video content to your home’s indoor spaces? With an outdoor video installation from Phoenix Audio Video, you can put on your favorite show while you relax by the pool, bring family and friends over to watch the big game outside, enjoy a movie under the stars, and so much more.

We only work with the best brands when it comes to our products, and if you’re looking for a TV for your yard, that means Seura or SunBrite. Today we’ll walk you through the basic requirements for an outdoor video system for your Westchester County, NY, home and what both brands have to offer.

With school out and summer in full swing, now’s the time to see how automation can help you enjoy your home’s outdoor spaces as much as possible. We’ve written before about how much fun an outdoor audio system can be, but how do you find the right components for your home? Our preferred manufacturers for outdoor speakers are Coastal Source, Sonance and James Loudspeaker, and today we’ll go over why these brands are a perfect fit for homeowners in Westchester County and nearby areas of New York.

The days are getting longer and warmer, and if you’re like many Connecticut residents, you’re looking forward to spending more time outside on your deck or patio. But warmer weather also means more insects buzzing around your yard. Nothing ruins a relaxing evening outdoors like a horde of bugs flitting around your porch, so why not insulate your porch, patio or deck from pesky insects while also adding some shade?

You can do both with a retractable insect screen from Insolroll. Their screens help to insulate your outdoor spaces when lowered, providing protection from pests while reducing heat and glare. Plus, the screens can be easily integrated into your existing home automation system. Want to learn more? Here’s our guide to insect screens for your Greenwich, CT home.

It’s an exhilarating time in the world of home audio. New components with previously unheard-of capabilities are coming, and it’s easier than ever to design a high-performance audio system without emptying your wallet.

When it comes to recent audio innovations, two technologies stand out: Wireless audio (particularly from Sonos) and hidden speakers. The former simplifies installation and makes it easier to enjoy high-quality sound throughout your home, while the latter gives you incredible performance while preserving your home’s interior décor. Here are how some of those recent innovations can give Greenwich, CT, residents a boost to their whole home audio systems.

A new year means a chance to refresh your home automation to take advantage of recent innovations. As Westport, CT’s leading smart home automation installer, it’s our job to stay on top of these trends, so let’s take a look at some of 2019’s most exciting automation upgrades.

The NFL conference championship games have been played and we have our winners, which means we’re just a few days out from Super Bowl Sunday. Regardless of whether your favorite team is playing in the big game, it will be a day of celebration and watch parties, so it’s time to see if your TV can bring the game to your home theater or media room in as much detail as possible.

If you haven’t looked at the high-end TV market in a while, manufacturers have been busy building new models with innovations that render images in breathtaking detail. Let’s examine some recently released displays and see how they can improve the home theater design of residents in the Greenwich, CT region.

Music and sound are such an integral part of our lives that going without them for even so much as a day is a chilling idea. Given the value we place on the daily soundtrack of our lives, you want a home audio system that delivers high performance, is easy to use and plays nicely with other smart technology in your home.

If that’s what you’re looking for, it’s hard to beat Sonos speakers. Today we’ll go through what makes Sonos home audio special and why their products are a great fit for your Rye, NY home.

If you’ve spent the time, money and energy to build a home theater in your house, you want to be sure you have everything you need to enjoy the cinematic viewing experience. But what do you need for a top-quality home theater? Is it just about TV size and how loud your speakers are?

To make sure you get the best movie-watching experience possible, check out Phoenix Audio Video’s guide to a better home theater installation for your Westchester County, NY house.

With winter fast approaching, you’re likely already thinking about how you want to light up your yard for the holidays or wondering how you can brighten your home on those long, dark nights. No matter what sort of landscape lighting solution you want for your Westchester County, New York home, we recommend Coastal Source’s industry-leading outdoor lighting products.

Coastal Source’s design expertise, lifetime warranty, energy savings and the ease with which they can be integrated into your existing home automation system makes it the premier choice for residential landscape lighting. And our team at Phoenix Audio Video is here to help as your one-stop shop for local Coastal Source installation services.

Here’s why you should go with Coastal Source for your outdoor lighting upgrade.

Window treatments play an important role in decorating a room. If there’s a stunning view, your shades, blinds, or drapes create a frame that adds structure and softness, height and depth. Automated window treatments are functional and add value to your home because they offer long-term benefits by keeping UV rays out and making your space more energy efficient.

After taking the commercial world by storm, automated window treatments have gained a foothold in residential spaces as the technology becomes more affordable and simpler to install. Motorized shades, blinds, and drapes have no become one of the most popular smart home technologies, combining elegance and beauty with streamlined, easy-to-use controls.

In this blog, we explore a product from one of our trusted brand partners: Lutron's Palladiom Shades. We break down the features of these window treatments and the ways they can benefit your Fairfield County home. Read on to learn more.

When you’re watching your favorite TV show or an epic movie franchise, there’s nothing better than total immersion into that media’s world.

To achieve this ultimate viewing experience every time, you’ll need a home theater system setup. But what about when you’re not watching your movies?

If your home theater doubles as a multi-purpose media room, then hidden technology is a must for your home theater installation. 

You’ll create an authentic theatrical atmosphere in your Westchester County, NY space while not disrupting your interior design and décor. 

Seamlessly blend hidden tech with your theater’s aesthetics. Keep reading below to learn more about how you can incorporate these versatile features into your setup.

If you’re wanting to bring an elevated style and comfort to your Fairfield County, CT home, and still save energy as well – then motorized shades are the ideal smart solution for you.

But how can automated window treatments really transform your day to day life?  Check out below the ways this smart tech can benefit you and your family on a daily basis.

Keep on reading to find out more.

With summer in full swing, you have more opportunity than ever to throw an awesome outside party for friends and family.  Not to mention all the other outdoor activities that the warm weather and bright sunshine invite.

There’s no need to limit your events to the indoors.  Take the fun to your Westchester County, NJ backyard with a top-notch outdoor audio video system.

In this blog, we’ll go through the many impressive features that an AV system like this entails and how they can elevate any occasion.

Keep on reading below to learn more!

It’s a common misconception that smart home technology just doesn’t mesh well with your interior design and décor.

The reality is that nothing could be farther from the truth!  Not only can your audio video features blend well with your existing style – but they’ll also provide top-notch sound quality at all times.

With hidden speakers, you can enjoy your high-end audio in any room of your Fairfield County, CT home — without your tech hindering the design or sticking out like a sore thumb.

In this blog, we dive into how you can incorporate your concealed speakers throughout your home, and the variety of options you have when it comes to what type you’re installing.

Keep on reading below to learn more!