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Home Controls presents some inspiration to use smart home devices to improve your Halloween decorations.

This is a comprehensive list of every smart lock manufacturer you’ll find available at Home Controls and the pros and cons of their standout models.

One of the best feelings in the world is coming home after a long day at work where you can relax and be comfortable in the privacy of your own home. So imagine stepping into your house and you see lights automatically turn on, the temperature is already perfect, and music from your favorite playlist is playing softly in the background. This can all be achieved with smart home technology that isn’t too hard to integrate into your home. You just need a few smart devices to get started that can not only be used for when arriving home, but also for a wide range of other home automation scenes.

The Aeotec Smart Hub has become scarce in the U.S. due to limited current inventory, production delays, and the shift away from mainstream brand distribution. Luckily, Home Controls is one of the few webstores that has a sizable stock of Smart Hubs, so get yours today while supplies last.

It is now possible to immerse your entire property with high-quality sound both indoors and outdoors without having to run endless multiple cables and install bulky audio devices. Wireless audio technology has come a long way and is now more innovative and flexible, allowing you to deliver audio into your bedrooms, living room, garage, your yard, and basically anywhere you have access to the Internet and a mobile device via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. In this guide we'll discuss the benefits of wireless audio systems from three leading brands: Lithe Audio, KBSound, and VSSL. Each offers a great selection of products, ranging from all-in-one speaker systems and Wi-Fi in-ceiling amplifiers to advanced devices with Native Streaming technology.

Designed for residential use, Leviton EV Series Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are engineered for fast performance and easy use, offering homeowners a powerful charging solution right in their own garage or driveway.

Apple HomeKit offers a compelling ecosystem of smart devices controlled via Apple products that can transform your daily living.

Smart home automation devices add convenience to daily living through hands-free automated coordination between pairs or groups of devices. But automated routines can only activate based on preselected events, there is no room for on-demand adjustments or commands.

When the weather is perfect and you're ready to bring friends and family together, your outdoor living space needs to be as comfortable and entertaining as the interior of your home. With the right outdoor smart home setup, you can turn a simple backyard gathering into a great outdoor party that includes colorful lights for a fun atmosphere, great sound from wireless and wired outdoor speakers, hands-off access control for gates and doors, and outdoor power that provides remote control for connected devices. All of these elements can come together with home automation by setting up the ultimate outdoor party scene built with some of the best outdoor automation and audio solutions that are available today.

Lithe Audio premium audio products include wide range of wireless Wi-Fi and Bluetooth speakers that accommodate just about any room or area of any property.

Take advantage of smart home technology to detect, prevent, and minimize water damage before it can become a major problem. Discover flood prevention tips and product recommendations here.

Discover the benefits of the Prima by Napco All-In-One Security and Surveillance System.

Home Controls has put together this guide to explain the benefits, features, and various models of smart locks available on our webstore to help you find the perfect upgrade for your front door.

Whether you need high-performance IP cameras, budget-friendly analog cameras, or AI-powered NVRs, Uniview delivers industry-leading surveillance solutions. Don’t wait to protect what matters most—visit Home Controls today to find the perfect Uniview product for you.

Hamilton Captel creates unique telephones with a built-in LCD that displays real-time captions of the person on the other end of the call, as well as the Hamilton Mobile CapTel mobile application that adds the same real-time caption technology to user’s smartphones. Hamilton Captel Captioned Telephones allow individuals with hearing loss to stay connected with those who mean the most to them and at the same time be able to communicate with services and any other individuals who call without having to struggle to understand.

As a leader in the home audio entertainment market, Lithe Audio creates innovative wireless streaming speakers and audio devices that combine a premium design and multiple connectivity options including Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, Apple AirPlay, Optical, HDMI, PoE, and more to enable users to listen to audio content from virtually any wired or wireless source at the best possible quality.

Home Controls is here to help with its updated guide to find the right smart home hub for your home.

Ezlo now offers Ezlo Protect, a cloud-to-ground security solution for homeowners and business owners to manage a complete smart security and automation system.