Smart technology has become a must-have component of luxury living. Why settle for old solutions when now you can get intuitive control of your lights, climate, entertainment, security and more in your Tustin, CA home? But to really embrace the new technology, it takes more than simply buying the latest devices. With the tips outlined in this blog, you can upgrade to a custom smart home automation system that has been specifically designed to match your family's needs and priorities.

Designing the right look for your Anaheim Hills, CA home isn’t just about choosing the right furniture, decorations and color palettes. Get more out of your interior design by using technology to your advantage as well. A smart home automation system lets you streamline your technology not only in the way it works but also in the equipment you use. Upgrading to a smart home means more than just added convenience; it’s also about aesthetics.

In order to find success with your 2017 New year resolutions—whether it’s a smaller waistline or bigger travel plans—you need to come up with the right support system to make sure you accomplish your goals. Statistic Brain found in a recent study that on average only 8 percent of people stick to their resolutions. Smart home automation can be a great tool when it comes to staying committed. Having the right technology in your Anaheim Hills, CA home can help in the following ways.

Ready to fill your Anaheim Hills, California home with the holiday spirit this year? This time around you can take some of the load off with a smart home automation system. From having the most impressive light display on the block to creating the ultimate holiday environment, below we outline some of the ways your smart home can help you create an unforgettable experience for your family and friends.

Back to School week can be a hectic time. Parents are usually running around gathering school supplies for their kids and organizing the house, while college kids or grad students are preparing themselves for another grueling year of study. Whether you are attending class or raising kids who are, smart home automation can help you get organized and get back to school smoothly. The best part about having a smart home in the Orange Park Acres area is that you can customize the system for every need – and back to school is no exception. Continue reading to discover our tech tips.

Summertime is quickly approaching, which means surfing, sunbathing, and boating for many Newport Beach residents. Of course after you spend the majority of your day enjoying the sunshine in Orange County, California, you want to come back to your beach house and relax with some home entertainment, like a good show on TV or soothing music. Surreal Systems has whole house music systems that you can enjoy in every space for relaxing or entertaining. Keep reading to learn more.  

There are certainly trendy items in the smart home industry. Custom home theaters, multi-room audio, and security are usually at the top of the list. However, there are other smart solutions – sometimes overlooked – that can bring you big benefits. They may not be as trendy or as flashy as 4K or surround sound, but they are worthwhile investments that will pay off over time. Keep reading to learn more about using smart home automation to integrate lights and shades into your Newport Beach, California home.  

Here at Surreal Systems, we have our favorite smart home solutions. But we understand everyone has their own idea of what they love most. In the area of Newport Beach, California however, we’ve noticed that many of our customers tend to adore a lot of the same solutions. And, many of these features are incredibly popular all over the country, not just Southern California. The Custom Electronics Show this year (CES) showed us some of the top tech trends, and many other shows and magazines have covered them as well. Here is our list of smart home automation trends for 2016. 

The beauty of having a smart home is being able to command multiple actions at once by hitting one button. If you have motion sensors or voice controls, you don’t even have to lift a finger. What you don’t want is a one-size-fits-all solution. Custom is key here, and our team is skilled at making sure your home feels like your own, from the heated floors that turn on when you wake up, to the music playlist that starts as you walk in the front door. Living with smart home automation is convenient, but also fun. In this blog, we’ll give you some ideas on specific scenes you can create or program for everyday occasions.

Providing the best office environment for your employees or coworkers is essential to creating both a fun and productive workplace. You want your team to look forward to coming to work every day, and believe it or not, commercial audio video and automation can help with that. Surreal Systems has years of experience updating professional offices in Villa Park, California with the newest technology, like conference room systems and multi-room audio. Read on to learn more about how these systems can enhance your business.

Personalize Your Home Entertainment Experience

With the Savant Remote, every person in the house can create their own profile. It’s like having your own remote without the extra clutter. You can either touch the control or give a voice command to access your content. For example say “Star Wars a New Hope” and the movie will turn on. Pick the TV channels or games you enjoy most often and keep them at the top of the selection menu on the remote interface. It works with Apple TV, Netflix, Ruku, Hulu, Sonos and more. Your favorite show is just a touch or word away.

Installing smart home automation is a big investment. The benefit, besides enjoying the convenience and simplicity of one-touch controls, is that you add value to your property and increase its listing price. So how do you protect your investment? And how do you keep your smart home in the Villa Park, California area working in tip-top shape? Surreal Systems offers an award-winning system care and monitoring plan, called ProFormance Plans, to keep your smart home functioning at peak performance. Read on to discover all the details.

The latest trend in home improvement is adding technology to your spaces. However, there is a difference between simply adding smart home gadgets and making them all work together in one cohesive system. Surreal Systems integrates all your amenities into one easy-to-use system. In a professionally designed smart home, all subsystems from lighting to security work together to maximize your comfort, safety and enjoyment. The perfect smart home automation system gives you streamlined, intuitive control specifically designed to get the most out of your Anaheim, California home. Here are four big benefits of having smart home technology.

Los Angeles is the home of Hollywood, so movies are always the talk of the town. Instead of watching premiers at the local theater in Yorba Linda, CA you could have your own premier party at your home in a custom home theater. Dedicated theaters are a wonderful addition to your home, not just because it’s fun to have your own personal cinema free of sticky floors and un-comfy seats—but because it will add value to your property too. With smart home automation, you’ll also have a lot more cool, custom features you could never use at the movie theater down the street. So how do you get started? The first step is reading this guide to get an understanding of what is involved.

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