Residential Tech Today
Let Your Clients' Minds Run Wild with AI
In the span of a few days back in July, I saw a number of experiential and AI-based launches that were unique in their own rights. But looked at collectively, they rose a unique opportunity that I haven't quite seen in the CI space.
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
CEDIA Scores Major Advocacy Win
529 Savings Plans Open for Expanded Use
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
A Guiding Light
When you think about influential female voices in the custom integration industry, while there are many, a certain few rise to the top of the list on their own. Angela Larson is certainly one of them, and it's because of not only the incredible accomplishments she's achieved over the years, but the impact she's had on future generations of female leaders.
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
Alfred Smart Lock: DB2S
Smart locks offer homeowners a range of benefits, from enhanced security and convenience to remote access and system integration. They eliminate the need for physical keys, allow temporary codes for guests, and often reduce home insurance costs.
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
What It Takes to Succeed in the Experience Economy
The smart-home industry has reached an inflection point. Success is no longer defined by who ships the most advanced technology—it's defined by who delivers the most seamless, intuitive experience for customers.
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
A Sit Down with Sony's New CI Chief
Earlier this year, Sony’s custom integration division went through a rather major transition.
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
You Had Me at Smart Home'
The Art of the AV Elevator Pitch
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
Residential Tech Today
Beatbot AquaSense 2 Pro
For all the pool owners out there, you get it when I talk about how much of a tug-o-war pool cleaning and maintenance can be over the course of a single season. So, when the opportunity presented itself to take a look at an Al-powered robot whose sole responsibility is to keep my pool clean, I sprinted off of the high dive at the opportunity to take it for a spin.
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Vol 7 / Issue 2
AppleMagazine
IPHONE AIR POINTS TO APPLE'S FUTURE — AND IT MAY LEAD TO FOLDABLES
Apple’s new iPhone Air, unveiled alongside the iPhone 17 lineup, is more than just another device in the company’s catalog.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
UBER TO LAUNCH HELICOPTER TRIPS IN 2026 AS PART OF NEXT STAGE IN URBAN AIR MOBILITY
Uber is preparing to take its ride-hailing model to the skies, announcing plans to expand into helicopter trips starting in 2026.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
APPLE'S AI STRATEGY TAKES CENTER STAGE AS IPHONE 17 LAUNCHES WITHOUT FULL SIRI OVERHAUL
Apple's iPhone 17 lineup has debuted, accompanied by its first wave of Apple Intelligence features, but one of the most anticipated upgrades—an entirely AI-powered Siri—remains absent.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
THE MOST DEFINING OVERHAUL SINCE LAUNCH, CRAFTED AS A MASTERPIECE
In a world where smartphones are extensions of our daily lives, Apple continues to push the boundaries of innovation.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
NEURALINK SAYS 12 PEOPLE HAVE RECEIVED ITS BRAIN IMPLANTS
Elon Musk’s brain-computer interface startup Neuralink has confirmed that it has now implanted its device in 12 people, marking its most significant step yet toward testing the safety and functionality of its technology in humans.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
APPLE SETS SEPTEMBER 15 LAUNCH FOR IOS 26, IPADOS 26, MACOS 26 TAHOE, AND OTHER MAJOR SOFTWARE UPDATES
Apple has confirmed that its next generation of operating systems—including iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26 Tahoe, watchOS 13, and visionOS 3—will roll out globally on September 15, 2025.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
META AND TIΚΤΟΚ WIN LEGAL CHALLENGE AGAINST EU TECH FEES, DEALING BLOW TO REGULATORS
Meta and TikTok have successfully challenged a European Union plan to impose new fees on large technology companies, marking a significant setback for EU regulators who have sought to make Big Tech shoulder more of the costs of digital oversight.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
APPLE WATCH 11 INTRODUCES HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE ALERTS, A LONG-AWAITED FEATURE FOR USERS
Apple has announced that the Apple Watch Series 11 will finally include the ability to monitor and alert users about high blood pressure, a health feature long anticipated by both consumers and the medical community.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
RESEARCHERS UNVEIL WORLD'S FIRST 6G CHIP CAPABLE OF OPERATING ACROSS ALL FREQUENCY BANDS
A team of researchers has announced a major breakthrough in wireless technology: the development of the world's first 6G chip designed to operate seamlessly across all frequency bands.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
APPLE'S SHIFT TO ESIM-ONLY DEVICES ACCELERATES GLOBAL TREND IN MOBILE CONNECTIVITY
Apple's decision to make its flagship iPhones eSIM-only in key markets is rippling across the mobile industry, accelerating a shift away from physical SIM cards and pushing carriers worldwide to adapt faster than expected.
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September 12, 2025
AppleMagazine
MICROSOFT TO INCORPORATE ANTHROPIC AI AS IT SHIFTS PART OF STRATEGY BEYOND OPENAI
Microsoft, one of OpenAl's largest backers and its exclusive cloud partner, is now preparing to integrate Al models from Anthropic into some of its products and services, signaling a strategic diversification in its artificial intelligence partnerships.
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September 12, 2025
Mac Life
NEXT-GEN CARPLAY & YOU
CarPlay Ultra is running into resistance from car makers, despite regular CarPlay's popularity WRITTEN BY DAVID CROOKES It has been on a lengthy journey, but CarPlay Ultra (aka next-gen CarPlay) has finally arrived.
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October 2025
Mac Life
iOS 26 SUPERGUIDE
What's coming with the iPhone's next operating system, and what can it do for you? Find out with our in-depth guide
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October 2025
Mac Life
Watch TV on your Mac
Stream shows, rent movies, and host home video with the Apple TV app
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October 2025
Mac Life
Smart glasses from Apple & beyond
Ongoing developments may change how we see the world forever
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October 2025
Mac Life
Write a digital diary with Journal
Log your days and inner thoughts
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October 2025
Mac Life
CalDigit TS5 Plus
A shipshape dock with plenty of ports
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October 2025
Mac Life
Nova 13
Capable and integrated web and text editor
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October 2025
Mac Life
Craft
Create and manage lists, text, and more
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October 2025
Mac Life
Leica LUX app & Grip
Capture the distinctive Leica look
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October 2025
Mac Life
Apple Watch
With WatchOS 26 on the way, Graham Barlow is looking for a real workout buddy
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October 2025
Mac Life
See things more clearly
A really useful \"says what it sees\" app for people with vision issues
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