Hosting parties and get-togethers is the surest way to gather friends and family under one roof. There are perks to hosting, like choosing the music and dinner cuisine. But planning a party can be stressful too. Setting up beforehand can be a tiring endeavor, and you’ll want to ensure everyone is having a good time. 

But with an outdoor entertainment system added to your backyard, parties will practically assemble themselves (well, you still need to invite everyone and serve food). With durable, weatherproof speakers from Coastal Source integrated with a smart control system, it will be easier than ever to make sure everyone’s having a blast. 

Keep reading to see all the benefits outdoor audio can have in your Austin, Texas area home! 

Smart home automation might sound a bit futuristic to you from time to time. Simply pressing a button for your smart features to follow your commands is not only convenient and luxurious – it can also often feel completely surreal. So, imagine being able to say a command aloud, and your smart home system following your words.

Voice-controlled home automation makes this an everyday-ability in your Austin, TX living space. And a voice control system like Josh.ai is changing the game and making it easier for homeowners like yourself to speak a task out loud and have your home follow suit.

Want to find out more about Josh.ai and what it means for the voice control world? Just keep reading on below.

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Why Voice Control? 

These days, voice-controlled home automation is becoming more and more popular. You might recognize wireless devices such as Alexa or Google Home. These are singular products you can buy at the store and bring back home.

Give your living space a design boost with just a push of a button. A smart lighting control system in your home can take your daily environment to another level entirely — whether you live in West Lake Hills, Lakeway, Tarrytown, Austin, or anywhere else in Central Texas! Whether it’s for everyday use or a get-together or party that you’re hosting, having an installed intelligent lighting solution has endless benefits.

So then what are the best ways to utilize your lighting system, and how can it integrate with your whole home automation system? Keep reading below to find out more!

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Set the Right Scene

Whether you’re staying in for the night or setting up for a dinner party, setting a lighting “scene” can make it easier to plan and enjoy the moment. Instead of needing to readjust your lighting to how you like it for certain events, you can instead just press a single button and have your light fixtures all respond accordingly.

For example, pushing a “dinner” scene can dim your dining room’s lights and a “movie night” scene can turn them off completely in your media room or home theater. These scenes eliminate unnecessary work on your part, and you can tie them in with other smart features in your home, such as motorized shades and audio video solutions.

Spring has sprung and summer is right around the corner, which means it’s the best time of the year to upgrade your outdoor entertainment system and elevate your entire Austin, TX backyard and patio area.

You can make your home the place to be for cookouts, tailgates, pool parties, and everything in between. Ready to learn more? Let’s dive into the smart home technology you can add to your setup that’s sure to impress and entertain your friends and family.

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4K HD TVs: Rain or Shine

You might wonder how well a TV of any type will work and last for an extended period of time outside. With the many elements that can cause it damage, it seems like a great risk. But luckily, this simply isn’t an issue with outdoor 4K HD TV screens.