3 Essential Technologies for Your Home Theater Installation Project

Movie theaters are overrated. That may sound like a negative way to start an article, but sometimes, the truth hurts. First, the pros. When you go to see a movie, you enjoy a range of pleasures: the big screen, surround sound, the lighting and ambiance, plush theater seating, and snacks. That doesn’t sound bad at all, does it?

Now, the cons. Even the best experience pales in comparison to watching a movie in your own California home. When you have a movie theater in your house, you avoid the crowds, the inflated ticket prices, the traffic, and the wait time. So, you enjoy all the positives without the negatives! But how can you make this happen? Keep reading to discover the three must-have technologies you need for your home theater in San Francisco, CA.

How AUDIOVISIONS Took This Palm Springs Hotel into the Future

Guests at the Kimpton Rowan can now start their day saying, “Open the shades and play acoustic music,”—and the room will do just that.

Our team at AUDIOVISIONS proudly helped Josh.ai voice control and Ketra tunable lighting make their hotel debut at the Kimpton Rowan in Palm Springs, CA. With wellbeing and performance in mind, we installed a lighting control system, surround sound, voice control, and more to create an unforgettable guest experience.

Join us below as we dive into the Kimpton Rowan’s new smart technologies. You may find some inspiration for your own business!   

New to Smart Home Automation? Don’t Miss These Must-Have Features.  

Are you ready to make your California home ‘smart’? With a home automation system, you can access your lighting, entertainment, security, and more with one quick press of a button—from anywhere in the world! Life can’t get much more convenient and luxurious than that.  

Before your installation, it’s important to consider what you’d like your smart system to include. A technology integrator like AUDIOVISIONS will walk you through your options, but we’ll share some ideas below so you can envision all that’s possible for your Malibu, CA home. We hope these home automation solutions spark some inspiration!  

Flexible and Easy-to-Assemble Options from Sonos 

We usually advise homeowners to wire their loudspeakers and subwoofer rather than use wireless speakers. Why? Wired systems are generally more reliable, sound better, and aren’t at the mercy of Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connections. 

But in some circumstances, a wireless home theater makes more sense. Wireless sound systems are neater (no tangle of cables) and easier to assemble in existing homes. Wireless speakers are also more flexible for those who may want to start small, frequently move, or rent their San Francisco, CA home. 

So, if you’re planning to use wireless speakers, make sure you choose a quality brand and incorporate enough devices to create a full soundscape. At AUDIOVISIONS, we recommend Sonos for wireless sound systems, thanks to their wireless syncing technology and impressive sound. Read on to discover how Sonos wireless speakers work and how to connect them in your private cinema!