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So, you're eyeing a luxurious spec home or embarking on a new construction project in the oh-so-chic Hamptons or the electric jungle of NYC? Dreams of a tech-laden paradise dance in your head. But wait! Before you dive into that pool of luxury, let’s ensure your future abode is more Tony Stark and less Fred Flintstone. Here’s the guide that will help you navigate the tech waves in these swanky locations.

The Hamptons and New York City are known for their luxurious lifestyles, and home technology installations are no exception. When it comes to integrating smart home systems, multi-room audio, and advanced lighting design into these prestigious homes, the cost can vary depending on various factors such as location, materials, and installation complexity. In this blog, we'll explore the average price per square foot for different home technology installations in the Hamptons and NYC in 2023, giving you an idea of what to expect when planning your next smart home project.

In today's world, luxury is defined not only by opulence and beauty but also by technology, convenience, and comfort. Technology has become an essential part of our lifestyle, permeating our homes and vehicles alike. While the comparison between a luxury home technology system and a luxury car may seem unusual at first, they share a surprising amount of common ground. In this blog post, we will compare and contrast the maintenance aspects of these two pillars of modern luxury living.

It’s 2022, and even if you don’t think you have a smart home, you may have smart devices and functionality in your Hamptons home. Some of the newest refrigerators and washing machines are connected devices, alerting you that your wash is done or that they need service. Some of these devices are easy to set up and use, so do you really need a professional home automation company?

What makes a smart home? Let's face it; your home isn't a robot that's smarter than you. But a smart home can do things for you in intelligent ways, with minimum intervention from you, making you more comfortable, relaxed, safer, and even healthier.

As people integrate more smart technology, one product has skyrocketed in popularity. It may not be as flashy as 4K TVs or refrigerators that generate your shopping list, but its convenience and versatility have made it a family favorite.

Most everyone has some kind of smart device these days, even if they're not technically into home automation. For example, devices like Nest thermostats are hugely popular, and some people love them in their homes purely for their design! Similarly, smart speakers from Sonos, Amazon, and Google are also popular for various entertainment and automation functions.

A true smart home is more than just a collection of intelligent devices. A smart thermostat, programmable lights, or control from a smartphone app do not add up to a smart home. It's how all those intelligent devices and functionality work together that turn your house into a smart home.

Technology is a wonderful thing. It helps us communicate easier and faster, automates our lives, and offers many comforts and conveniences. At home, you can enjoy one-button control of lights, window treatments, home theaters and media rooms, temperature, security, and more.

At HTE, we’re in the business of simplifying, it's an essential philosophy governing to all of our designs and processes. Keeping in line with this philosophy, we are always looking for and testing products that make tasks easier, and that is exactly what TiVo Roamio does. Now with the new TiVo Bolt, you can do it all in 4K!

It’s that time of the year again, your home is decorated and prepared for holiday gatherings. With the new Savant app you can create, capture, and edit a “Holiday Scene” with your smart device in a few minutes.