Smart Home Technology Blog

Smart Tech Blog

Insights on smart home technology, AV, lighting, security, networking, and connected living.

Explore practical insights from Andrus Smart Technologies on smart home automation, home theater, whole-home audio video, smart lighting, networking, security, outdoor entertainment, commercial AV, and connected technology systems.

Use these articles to learn what is possible, compare system options, plan future upgrades, and better understand the technology that can support your home or business.

How Smart Home Lighting Is Changing Home Interior Design

Smart Lighting from the Perspective of Interior Design Smart lighting systems have revolutionized the way we view and interact with our living spaces. From the perspective of interior design, these…... Read Article

Diagram comparing warm, cool, and evening kitchen lighting scenes at 6:30 a.m., noon, and 7:30 p.m.
What Is Circadian Lighting? A Practical Guide for Homeowners

Use Tunable Light to Create More Comfortable Daily Routines Circadian lighting uses tunable fixtures and automated controls to change brightness and color temperature throughout the day. It cannot replace daylight,…... Read Article

Open-plan kitchen shown with warm lighting on the left and cool daylight-balanced lighting on the right.
Tunable Lighting: How It Works in a Smart Home

Tunable lighting gives homeowners control over both light level and the appearance of white light. Instead of using one fixed setting all day, compatible fixtures and controls can provide brighter,…... Read Article