Many people enjoy creating resolutions at the start of a new year. On the other hand, others may feel like they don’t have enough time to plan and execute big changes due to long workdays, busy family life, and tight routines. If that describes you, perhaps your resolution should be to find ways to save time so that you can do more outside your daily schedule.

A Control4 smart home automation system offers manyways to help you save time every day. Control4 works for you by automating daily functions around your Phoenix, AZ home and providing intuitive ways to operate your home in seconds—no matter where you are. Read below to learn four time-saving ways to use your Control4 smart home in the new year.

Any serious music fan should consider a whole-home audio system. What’s better than being able to quickly select your favorite songs from a streaming service or your own media collection and enjoy them seamlessly throughout the house—sans earbuds?

A big name in whole-home audio is Sonos, known for their hi-fi wireless speakers, proprietary speaker synchronization, and intuitive user interface available for Android and iOS devices.

For some homeowners in Redmond, WA, Sonos may be the preferable choice for whole-home audio. But before you pull the trigger on Sonos, you may want to take a gander at another big name in whole-home audio: Control4. What does Control4 offer that Sonos doesn’t? Read below to learn the differences between Sonos and Control4 and decide which may be a better solution for you.

There’s no doubt that smart homes are steadily gaining popularity in Tempe, AZ and all around the country. In fact, technological advancements and home automation have turned the idea of connected living from a coveted luxury to an expectation for many homebuyers.

While it might be tempting to shop online for the latest smart devices and install them yourself, you’ll run the risk of purchasing devices that don’t communicate well with each other and aren’t designed for scale. Plus, you may overload your network in the process and even run into security issues.

Ensure a comprehensive and reliable smart home by working with Wipliance instead. Keep reading to discover the key benefits of hiring a professional to install your smart home automation system.

August marks the beginning of new routines for families in Phoenix, AZ and around the country as summer vacations end and kids go back to school. Routine changes are always rough at the beginning, and this year could prove even more difficult as some kids may not physically go back to school until October or later, and many parents may still be working from home.

Turn to smart home automation for an easier transition to new schedules, and even make home living a little more fun while you’re stuck indoors. As an award-winning home automation company, Wipliance can set you up with easy-to-use technology that blends perfectly into your routines. Learn more below!

It’s high time you reassessed your home entertainment setup if you’ve been staying indoors in recent months. According to market research company Nielsen, staying put in our homes can lead to a 60% increase in the amount of content we watch—and I think we can all personally attest to that.

Why not make the most of your at-home entertainment by upgrading your home theater system with the technology that will turn any average movie night into a more thrilling and immersive experience? Below, we’ve listed three of our top AV technology recommendations you should consider for the theater or media room in your Phoenix, AZ home.

Over the last few months, getting out of the house has been reserved for those working essential jobs. For nearly everyone else? A rare pastime. But as restrictions relax, families in Phoenix, AZ and the rest of the country are beginning to venture out of their homes—even if it’s just to stores and parks.

Whether you’re sprinting out the door to dine at your favorite restaurant or leaving only for necessities, stay connected to your home from anywhere with a smart surveillance camera system that gives you instant access to live and recorded footage of your property from the convenience of your smartphone.

Plus, when integrated with Control4, you can also remotely control and manage all the vital systems in your home from a single app, granting you peace of mind at its finest. Read below to learn some of the top benefits of remote access management from Control4.

Our team at Wipliance is committed to creating our clients’ dream smart homes, whether it’s installing a private home theater in Seattle or an outdoor entertainment oasis in Phoenix. Recently, we had the pleasure of retrofitting a luxury Scottsdale, AZ home with the works: Control4 home automation, Lutron shades, Sony TVs, and so much more.

Peek inside this Arizona home located in the exclusive Silverleaf community and see smart home automation in action. You can watch the experience in the following video and read more about the key features and solutions below!