Home Technology Experts Blog
What is DALI?
DALI is a proven, globally adopted lighting control protocol that delivers precise control, interoperability, and intelligence for modern lighting systems. Its bi-directional communication, open standard, and evolving ecosystem make it a preferred choice for commercial, architectural, and smart building applications.
Performance Without Compromise
Home Technology Experts partners with architects, builders, and designers to deliver luxury technology solutions that respect design integrity & client expectations.
Seamless Connectivity Across Three Properties in West Hampton Beach
Home Technology Experts partners with architects, builders, and designers to deliver luxury technology solutions that respect design integrity & client expectations.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Premiere Redefined Art of Sound
Bang & Olufsen’s Beosound Premiere isn’t just a soundbar—it’s architectural sound crafted as functional art, blending precision-milled aluminum, sculptural minimalism, and an intricate grille that looks as intentional as it performs. Inside its refined exterior lives a powerhouse acoustic system: ten custom drivers with dedicated amplification, an up-firing tweeter, Wide Stage Technology, and Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 decoding that creates a vast, three-dimensional soundscape for movies, music, and everything in between.
The Perfect Blend of Technology and Humanity
A cracked windshield and a familiar jingle led to an unexpected lesson in customer experience. What stood out wasn’t just the speed or convenience of Safelite’s process—it was how seamlessly technology and human service worked together. Every step felt intuitive, from filing a claim and paying on my phone to receiving clear updates and personal follow-up when the situation became more complex.
That experience reinforced a belief we hold at Home Technology Experts: technology should remove friction, not replace people. When systems are designed thoughtfully, automation handles the routine while real humans step in where care and judgment matter most. It’s the same philosophy guiding our Zoho transformation—using the right tools to make every interaction simpler, clearer, and more human.
Myth of the Wireless Home
A luxury Hamptons living room - controller is still wired to the wall
Smart from the Start: How Intelligent Lighting Is Changing the Way Luxury Homes Are Wired
Luxury homes are changing, but the way they’re wired often hasn’t. In the Hamptons and across New York’s most design-forward communities, homeowners are increasingly choosing intelligent lighting systems that offer flexibility, simplicity, and refined control. Too often, those decisions come late—after traditional electrical plans are finalized and budgets are locked.
Experience JVC Pro With HTE
A great home theater isn’t defined by a logo on the projector—it’s defined by how naturally the image fits the room and the experience it’s meant to deliver. When conditions are right, the goal is immersion: deep contrast, accurate color, and an image that feels cinematic rather than digital.
What is a Smart Home Hub?
A whole-home smart hub is the central control system that connects lighting, climate, security, audio/video, motorized shades, and networking into one coordinated experience. For luxury homes in the Hamptons, professional-grade automation platforms provide reliable, discreet control designed for large properties—simplifying daily living while supporting long-term performance and privacy.
Cinematic Sound and Simple Control in a Brooklyn Home
A Brooklyn residence faced limited wiring that seemed to rule out luxury audio and video. Home Technology Experts brought in Bang & Olufsen to create a system that delivered cinematic performance and simple control without opening walls. This project shows how the right expertise and products can turn limitations into opportunities.
Top 5 Reasons to Upgrade to Wi-Fi 7
Discover the power of Wi-Fi 7 for your home. With faster speeds, lower latency, and support for more devices, Wi-Fi 7 delivers seamless performance for streaming, remote work, smart technology, and more. Upgrade from Wi-Fi 6 or older systems today and enjoy a network that is designed for the future.
The Real Value Hidden in an AV Proposal
Labor in an AV proposal is more than installation. It covers design, project management, skilled technicians, and 24/7 support that keep your home technology reliable. Learn why investing in labor protects your system, your investment, and your peace of mind.
Exploring Lutron’s Lumaris & Rania Upgrades
Lutron’s Lumaris and Rania lighting bring elegance and control to any space. From tunable white downlights to slim architectural fixtures and retrofit options, these solutions make it simple to upgrade with natural light quality and seamless integration. Perfect for remodels or new builds, they blend design and performance into everyday living.
Beehive Security Drones: Autonomous Aerial Protection for Luxury Estates in 2025
Aerial security for your luxury home. Beehive Security Drone System by Sunflower Labs: a fully autonomous, drone-in-a-box solution that's redefining estate safety for high-net-worth properties.
A modular home in Watermill, transformed into a masterclass of lighting and logic
In Watermill, a modular home became the foundation for something extraordinary. With Home Technology Experts and Hamptons Lighting Design, the residence was transformed through sophisticated lighting and discreet smart technology, creating a home that feels modern, elegant, and effortless.
What You Don’t Know About All-In-One Video Devices
What is important about all-in-one video devices? And what isn’t? Read all about it from Home Technology Experts.
A Spec Home Reimagined in Amagansett with Seamless Luxury
Home Technology Experts transformed an 8,800 sq. ft. Amagansett spec home into a seamless smart retreat. With no pre-wire and finished interiors intact, the project delivered a media room, outdoor AV, blackout shades, warm-dim lighting, discreet surveillance, and reliable access control. The result is luxury technology integration without invasive construction.
What is the price per foot for Home Technology in 2025?
Luxury home technology has become an expectation. This 2025 guide benchmarks smart home costs per square foot and per unit in New York City, the Hamptons, Miami, Los Angeles, and Aspen. From lighting control to shades and automation, learn how budgets translate into seamless living and how HTE turns numbers into lifestyle results.
Search Is Back! Why the New Sonos-Control4 Driver Is a Game Changer
After seven long years without true in-panel music browsing, Sonos Search has finally returned to Control4. Discover how a new, fully certified driver restores instant access to every playlist, album, and artist—right from your touch screen—and why Home Technology Experts is gearing up to upgrade systems across the Hamptons and NYC.
Starlink Is Saving the Hamptons (Again)
Struggling with unreliable internet at your Hamptons home?
Starlink is changing the game. In this blog, we explore how the latest Starlink updates are helping homeowners get the fast, dependable service they’ve been waiting for — and how HTE makes installation seamless, secure, and fully supported.