Electrical

The quality of your home audio is affected by a number of variables - impair one, and you alter the rest. Find out more...

When it comes to choosing a home audio system that's right for you, you need to work out what its primary use will be...

As well as allowing you to play games, video game consoles have evolved to also work as streaming audio and video devices, communication tools...

The difference is fairly obvious to anyone who's heard it, but which is appropriate where? And what sort of surround sound technology should you...

Automated security systems are normally an integral part of a home automation system. Find out how they work, and what sorts of technologies they...

An increasingly common way to store media and content, cloud storage takes advantage of fast internet speeds and large data centres to store your...

PVRs, also known as 'Digital Video Recorders' (or DVRs) allow you to record what's on television and play it back when you're ready to...

Timers are another way that automation systems can help to ensure that your smart home activates the necessary functions at the right time of...

Streaming sticks and smart TVs might dominate today’s living rooms, but a home theatre PC (HTPC) still offers serious advantages. Whether you're a movie buff, a gamer or someone who wants full control over their entertainment setup, a dedicated HTPC can be the most flexible and powerful option—especially in a purpose-built home theatre.

Sensors are an vital part of any smart home. They can be used to detect intrusions, to tell when it's getting dark, and to...