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Bring Home the IMAX Movie Experience with a Sony 4K Projector

Sony Paired with IMAX Enhanced Content Delivers Breathtaking Visuals at Home

Bring Home the IMAX Movie Experience with a Sony 4K Projector

There are movie theaters. And then there are IMAX movie theaters. Anyone who’s watched a film in an IMAX movie theater never forgets the breathtakingly large screen, bright and vivid visuals, heart-pounding audio, and expanded aspect ratio that delivers more picture than standard theaters.

What if you could unleash the power of IMAX at home? While your private theater won’t have a 50-foot tall screen and seat hundreds of people, you can bring IMAX’s signature picture and scale to your Bellevue, WA home with a Sony premium 4K projector. All Sony 4K projectors are IMAX Enhanced, making them ready to deliver the bigger and better IMAX visuals you love in compatible content.

Read more to learn about the IMAX Enhanced standard and why Sony is the best choice for immersive video entertainment at home.

Bring Your Family Together with Home Voice Control

Streamline Your Washington Home with This Simple Smart Home Solution

Bring Your Family Together with Home Voice Control

Voice control and smart speakers have recently taken Seattle and the country by storm, giving homeowners a method of operating smart devices throughout their Mercer Island, WA home. Initially, home voice control was a bit clunky and supported relatively few smart devices.

Thankfully, that is no longer the case, and using voice commands has become an incredibly easy  method of operating your home’s automation system. Voice control assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant let your entire family control other smart devices in your home.

Keep reading to learn how voice control helps your family enjoy time together on Mercer Island.

CES 2020: The Hottest Finds on the Show Floor

Our Favorite Finds from The Year's Biggest Technology Expo

CES 2020: The Hottest Finds on the Show Floor

At CES, The Future is Now 

CES (Consumer Electronics Expo) is always a great insight into the latest innovations coming to the consumer technology world. And CES 2020 was no exception- with a focus on the latest TV technology to 5G and more- including voice assistants in just about anything. In the 34 years that our leadership team has attended CES, we are still amazed at what we find on the show floor. Read on to see about our favorite finds at this year's CES. 

Come Experience the Ketra Difference at Our Washington Showroom

Explore Firsthand the Complete Portfolio of Ketra Tunable LED Lighting Products

Come Experience the Ketra Difference at Our Washington Showroom

By now, you’ve probably heard a bit about tunable white LEDs and their benefits. If you need a quick refresher, you can read more about tunable lighting here. But put simply, tunable white LED technology allows you to bring natural light indoors by adjusting the color temperature of your lights from bright, cool whites to warm ambers for improved ambiance and wellness.

No manufacturer does tunable white LED lighting better than Ketra. And now you can experience the complete portfolio of Ketra tunable LED products at our brand-new Ketra-certified showroom located in Bellevue just minutes from Seattle. For interior designers, homebuilders, and homeowners alike, come enjoy the fully immersive experience of Ketra tunable lighting to feel inspired for your next project.

Below is a sneak peek of what to expect when you visit. Keep reading to learn more!

Considering Gigabit Internet Service? Here’s What to Know First

Get More Out of Gig Speeds with an Optimized Home Network Installation

Considering Gigabit Internet Service? Here’s What to Know First

Gigabit is the next big thing in home internet. Also known as ultra-high-speed internet, gigabit internet service offers uncompromising speeds and performance for streaming, online learning, video conferencing, gaming, and all the other online activities you do at home in Bellevue, WA.

Gigabit internet runs on fiber-optic cable, a light-driven data technology that offers lightning-fast speeds due to its higher data capacity and lack of interference. The result? Dramatically faster download and upload speeds, sometimes 10-20 times better. Enjoy everything you do online already—but more of it, and faster.

If you’re considering gigabit internet service, there are a few things you need to do before calling your ISP to ensure your home network can support gigabit internet. While our home network installation services include everything you need to get you up to speed, below is a quick checklist you can follow to maximize internet performance.

Craft the Perfect Sound System with a Professional Team

Let us integrate a high-end audio system that makes all your audiophile friends jealous!

Craft the Perfect Sound System with a Professional Team

Professional integrators play a pivotal role in shaping an unparalleled home audio experience. Beyond merely connecting devices, the expertise of a professional team involves a profound understanding of acoustics, spatial considerations, and the latest audio technologies. Collaborating with a skilled integrator, such as Wipliance, ensures not only seamless system integration but also the fine-tuning necessary for optimal sound quality and a luxury listening experience worthy of an audiophile.

In today’s blog, we’ll explore how the skills and knowledge of a team of experts can help you integrate the perfect high-end audio system into your Seattle, WA, home. Let’s dive in!

Create the Space You Need, Whenever You Need it with Ketra

Build the perfect environment for your family to feel happy and inspired!

Create the Space You Need, Whenever You Need it with Ketra

Did you know that one of the best ways to increase your family’s comfort and elevate their lifestyle is through a world-class lighting system? If you did, congratulations! You are already on the right path to building a more welcoming and inspiring home for your loved ones. However, if you didn’t know this, then don’t worry! We are glad you are here because, in this blog, we will go through the many benefits of integrating a Ketra lighting system into your Bellevue, WA, home!

Creating the Ultimate in High-End Home Theater Systems

Acoustical Treatments Bring Greater Sound, Style to Your Home

Creating the Ultimate in High-End Home Theater Systems

If you’re like most people, the physics of traveling sound isn’t something that you’d spend a lot of time thinking about as you shopped the top-of-the-line home theater systems for your Seattle, WA home.

However, the importance of acoustics is undeniable.

No matter how much you spend on a top-end speaker system for your home theater, equipping your designated space with premium acoustical treatments is critical.

Optimizing your walls, floor, ceiling, and furniture makes the difference between the ultimate home theater system that rocks your world and an expensive setup that still falls a little flat.

These two products will have your walls working to your advantage by providing clean sound that takes your home theater to the next level—instead of rendering it simply average.

Discover 3 Motorized Window Treatment Solutions from Hunter Douglas

Keep Your Seattle, WA Home Comfortable with Innovative Powered Shading

Discover 3 Motorized Window Treatment Solutions from Hunter Douglas

Whether you live in a high-rise or cottage, you undoubtedly have windows in your home that need stylish window treatments. From roller shades to Roman shades to drapes, motorized window treatments improve the elegance and comfort of your home, controlled with a simple tap of a button on a keypad, remote, or your smart device.

Form and function blend together with motorized window shades and blinds, protecting your valuables from damaging UV light, insulating rooms against heat and cold, and lowering your energy costs.

In this blog, we’ll discuss three motorized window treatment solutions from one of our partner brands, Hunter Douglas, and hopefully inspire ideas for your Seattle, WA home.

Discover Solo: A Wireless, Motorized, Zero-Edge Projector Screen

Learn Why Solo Is the Movie Screen You Need for Ultimate Outdoor Entertainment

Discover Solo: A Wireless, Motorized, Zero-Edge Projector Screen

One of the best ways to round out a fun-filled day in the Washington outdoors is gathering around for a movie night under the stars. But with the growing number of products available for outdoor video, it can be difficult to decide which will work best for you and your backyard.

That’s why our AV experts at Wipliance trust and partner with Screen Innovations to bring elite outdoor movie screens to backyards across Bellevue and beyond. In this blog, we’ll explore Screen Innovation’s Solo outdoor display solution and why it’s the latest in innovative, must-have movie screens for homeowners and cinephiles alike. Read on to learn more!

Discover the Latest Commercial Audio-Visual Integrations

Work with a Commercial Audio-Visual Installation Company to Enhance Communications & Brand Awareness

Discover the Latest Commercial Audio-Visual Integrations

With today’s AV technology advancing at a record pace, it can be difficult to stay abreast of the latest changes and how businesses use it as a competitive edge. From enhancing team communications to creating brilliant displays that increase your brand's awareness, AV integration has become the buzzword in forward-thinking companies.

At Wipliance, a commercial audio-visual installation company serving Seattle, WA, for 17 years, we design, install, and integrate the latest AV technologies for commercial businesses of all sizes. These technologies include reliable and state-of-the-art video conferencing solutions, brilliant video walls and digital signage, and distributed audio-video systems that craft the perfect environment. 

As with most technologies, one of the greatest challenges is creating systems that are easy to use. There’s nothing worse than walking into a meeting and finding the team struggling to connect and manage devices. Our extensive experience ensures an easy-to-use system that exceeds your expectations, enhancing communication and productivity. 

Let’s explore the options and the audio-visual solutions significantly impacting business opportunities. 

Do’s and Don’ts of Lighting Design

Key Guidelines for Effectively Lighting Up Your Space

Do’s and Don’ts of Lighting Design

When it comes to crafting the ideal ambiance for your home, light is a major factor that can change the mood of your overall living space. Whether you're trying to create a relaxing retreat in your living room, need functional lighting in your kitchen, or want to enhance your entertainment space, Wipliance can help you! Let's explore some must-know tips for lighting design in Seattle, WA. These do's and don'ts will help you consider how to create a warm and inviting home.

Elevate Your Backyard with Audio and Video

Audiovisual Solutions Let You Bring Your Favorite Entertainment Outside

Elevate Your Backyard with Audio and Video

Nestled in the northwestern corner of Idaho, Coeur d'Alene boasts a picturesque landscape that beckons residents to relish the outdoors. But what if you could elevate these moments with the perfect blend of nature and technology? The idea of lounging on your patio, with the shimmering lake in the distance, becomes even more enticing when paired with your favorite film or song. And with the right backyard audiovisual solutions, this dream can become your everyday reality. Keep reading to learn more about outdoor AV solutions to turn your outdoor spaces into an entertainment oasis. 

Elevate Your Home: Reasons to Work with an AV Consultant

How AV Consulting Services Result in Incredible Audio & Video

Elevate Your Home: Reasons to Work with an AV Consultant

If you’re a future homeowner or homebuyer, we know you're dreaming about the perfect space where comfort meets style and you can make the most of the beautiful outdoors here in Sagle, ID. 

But here's the deal: to make your dream home truly shine, you'll want to invite an unsung hero into the mix—an AV (audio-visual) consultant.

Now, you might wonder, "What on earth is an AV consultant, and why do I need one?" We're here to demystify this role and show you why AV consulting services are the ticket to an exquisite home. 

Elevate Your Listening Experience with Our Home Audio System

Wipliance specializes in home automation, including your home’s sound system!

Elevate Your Listening Experience with Our Home Audio System

Home audio systems that sync with modern technology are becoming increasingly popular in homes across Bellevue, WA. Working with award-winning contractor Wipliance to install whole-home audio is an important investment that can help add curb appeal and property value to your home. 

Wipliance is an AV contractor specializing in sound system installations in smart homes statewide. Our team of installers is fully certified and will help you transform your home both indoors and out.