Microsoft unfortunately had to deal with a little bit of trouble, but quickly worked to help their customers when software users were hit with another Windows 10 bug. The Windows 10 bug told users that that their license was no longer activated even though it had...
Should I Hire a Smart Home Installer? Do-it-yourself projects have become increasingly popular. Many off the shelf smart home devices tag themselves as “plug-and-play,” but a beginner attempting to tackle a whole smart home installation when they’re first starting can...
The Biggest Smart Home MythsThere are many smart home myths revolving around installation and automation. So, we're here to debunk them! I Can't Afford Home AutomationSince anything is possible with home automation, it is entirely possible to invest a lot of dough....
What is the Lansing Home & Garden Show? The strongest Home & Garden show in the Mid-Michigan area fills the MSU Pavilion on the campus of Michigan State University. Incredible gardens, extensive landscaping projects, a Standard Flower Show and four free...
What Makes Ubiquiti Wireless Access Points the Best? Ever get frustrated at WiFi? It can be quite annoying to have a slow wireless internet experience or frequent drops when moving around a home or office. With smart home devices relying on strong WiFi to keep the...
Video Wall Options Digital Signage has evolved rapidly in this last decade. From projection (both front and rear), LCD displays, and LED panels, it's getting difficult to choose the best option. We're here to help! ♦ Projection - Easiest Implementation...
Is Dolby Atmos Good? - Or is it snake oil? 2017 saw home theater improvements with affordable 4K displays, HDR (High Dynamic Range), and a slew of new streaming devices to drive it all. But what about the audio? Was THX's 12.2 surround sound honestly the best we...
Who is Marshall? As some of you know, Marshall isn't all that new when it comes to creating extremely high-end audio equipment. They've been doing it for decades. However, they've focused almost primarily in the musical instrument market with their revered amplifiers....
Control 4 is an excellent platform to use at home for all your smart home needs. On a mobile device, you can do everything you could want it to do: adjust window shades, turn on and off lights, play music and adjust volume, and anything else your system is configured...
Google Search Algorithm Updates 2018 To stay relevant with Google and other search engines, our team at Smart Offices strives to stay in front of significant algorithm changes before the competition catches on. Search Algorithm updates we feel is...
Yesterday, February 12th, a new Microsoft Office exploit was revealed which allows hackers to use a backdoor to install malware that logs keypresses, steals passwords, and even cryptocurrency wallets. According to the release, the vulnerability lies with the Windows...
Tablet Battery Swelling Common Questions What causes batteries to swell? Lithium batteries were never designed to last forever. In fact, after a few hundred charges, it can start to swell at any time. Overcharging is a very common cause for battery failure. If your...
How have you seen the smart home market change over time? The market is changing perhaps faster than any other technology field right now! When we started in the smart homes business 16 years ago we spent 70+ percent of our time educating customers about what...
What is ADA Compliance? ADA compliance is referring to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design which came into effect September 2010. Included with this Act, people with disabilities must be provided with access to distributed...
Shopping for others can be difficult. However, nobody can be unhappy with new tech! Check out some new smart products, gadgets, and gear below! New Announcements in the Apple Camp iPhone X Apple celebrates its ten year anniversary with the upcoming launch of this new...
