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Power and energy management system concept showcasing criticality of proper integration with lighting and shading systems.

Power and Energy Systems Remain Sparse on Lighting Projects (Despite Their Importance)

CE Pro’s 2026 Lighting & Shading Deep Dive unveils underrepresented technologies on lighting projects, and why integrators may…

News June 15
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Week in Playback: The Case for a Home Integrator, Bose Buys StreamUnlimited

Peel back the noise of the news week with a relaxing spin through some of custom integration's biggest…

News June 14
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The Case for a Home Integration Professional

Luxury homes, custom homes, and high-mid-range homes increasingly feature advanced systems that deliver elevated experiences but require professional…

News June 11
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The Other Way AI Could Shape Smart Homes: The Week in Playback

Peel back the noise of the news week with a relaxing spin through some of custom integration's biggest…

News May 10
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AI-Generated Code Seen as Posing Several Risks to Smart Home Systems

Smart home enthusiasts and security experts are beginning to identify how AI-generated code may impact a smart home's…

News May 5
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How the FCC Policy on Foreign Routers Keeps Evolving: The Week in Playback

Peel back the noise of the news week with a relaxing spin through some of custom integration's biggest…

News May 3
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Google Gemini Update Highlights the Challenges LLMs Can Face in Smart Homes

A simple speed boost for Google’s Gemini assistant in Home reveals how the complexity of a smart home…

News May 1
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The Right Ingredients: A World-Renowned Chef’s Precision-Crafted Smart Kitchen

ZIO takes functionality to the extreme in designing a custom, luxury smart kitchen for a client who is…

Projects April 29
Bundl DIY Home Automation Home Theater
Bundl technology kit aimed at delivering pro-level control and automation without the need for an integrator

Bundl Announces DIY Tech Kits Aimed at Competing with Professional Integrators

The company says it aims to take the world of professional-grade control/automation and audio/video technology and sell it…

News March 9
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