May 16, 2011 by Rachel Cericola A team at Microsoft Research has tapped into electromagnetism for the ultimate remote. Click here to view the full article https://www.electronichouse.com/article/microsoft_creates_body-based_home_control/C96 Microsoft revolutionized the gaming industry with its Kinect accessory. However, imagine if that motion-sensing technology could be spread to other areas of your home. At least one guy has already done that using the Kinect. However, a team at Microsoft Research is taking that concept one step further—and…

MAY 16, 2011 by Eric Mack Click here to view the full article http://news.cnet.com/universal-android-remote-beats-google-to-punch/8301-17938_105-20063234-1.html?part=rss&tag=feed&subj=Crave Last week, Google unleashed Android@Home, inviting developers to have at the code and get going on creating a whole new generation of home automation and interaction. But if you just can’t wait for the garage tinkerers of the world to build the gadgets that will finally usher in the Jetsons age, one Korean company is already ahead of the game. South…

MAY 16, 2011 by Martin LaMonica Click here to view the full article http://news.cnet.com/8301-11128_3-20062743-54.html Semiconductor company Marvell today is set to introduce a chip geared at improving the light from LED bulbs and connecting them to a network. The 8801 chip is small–about the size of a penny–and will be about the same price as existing LED lighting electronics. If Marvell signs on light manufacturer customers, it could bring the very good light quality of…

by Martin LaMonica MAY 2, 2011 Click here to view the full article http://news.cnet.com/8301-11128_3-20058550-54.html?part=rss&tag=feed&subj=GreenTech In the space of a few years, I’ve gone from one lighting technology to another and now to three lighting types in my home. I suspect others will be in the same shoes as lighting options expand, notably those involving LEDs. Eager to cut down my electrical load, I essentially converted to compact fluorescent lighting (CFLs) years ago. Recently, though, I’ve…

ThinkEco’s plug-in modlet learns your usage patterns and offers scheduling recommendations. May 03, 2011 by Steven Castle Click here to view the full article https://www.electronichouse.com/article/intelligent_device_automates_energy_savings/C155 Like many of us, Mei Shibata has a home entertainment system with a sizable TV, DVD player, Wii game console and a cable box. But unlike many of us, she’s saving energy and money with it. While no one is at in her New York home during certain times of…

by Rachel Cericola/Electronic House Click here to view the full article http://hdliving.com/home-technology/2011/04/30/harman-revel-launches-architectural-speakers The Revel portion of Harman’s business is reveling in a new speaker launch. The company just announced that they are now shipping the Harman Revel Architectural Series. The new line of bezel-free in-wall and in-ceiling speakers features a sleek look and the company’s patented RollerLock tool-free installation mechanism. The RollerLock means that it these speakers can handle almost any wall thickness and a…

by Rachel Cericola/Electronic House Click here to view the full article http://hdliving.com/home-technology/2011/04/30/mog-select-lg-products LG just added one more reason to get one of their web-enabled products. The company just announced that they now have MOG available on select LG devices. The streaming music service can be accessed through LG’s Smart TV platform on select Blu-ray players and home theater systems. Once you select the MOG app, you can browse and play millions of songs, all from…

Crestron Press Release – May 04, 2011 Crestron Audio System Ensures Outstanding Sound Quality at Royal Nuptials Revelers from around the globe tuned in to watch Prince William and Kate Middleton tie the knot last week at Westminster Abbey. With every detail carefully planned months in advance, the ceremony relied heavily on the newly upgraded audio/video system. Featuring an advanced Crestron-controlled AV system, the installation was completed in time for the anniversary of Queen Elizabeth…

Avoca to launch voice recognition for Control4 automation systems, enabling users to navigate to movies or set back thermostats just by saying so. By Joe Whitaker April 21, 2011 Click here to view the full article https://www.cepro.com/article/voice_recognition_coming_to_control4_systems/?utm_source=CEPWeekly&utm_medium=email Ontario, Canada-based Avoca Semiconductor has demonstrated voice-activated A/V and home automation systems for a couple of years but it looks like the company is almost there. During the recent Electronic House Expo (where I suggested in my “Game…

20 April 2011 Click here to view the full article http://www.inavateonthenet.net/rss/article/41571/New-projection-screen-concept-defeats-bright-environments.aspx The Uchida Research Laboratory at Tohoku University has demonstrated a new projection screen, designed to overcome high ambient brightness using the theory of Diffused Light Control (DLC), according to Diginfo.TV. The screen is made of a reflective panel and diffusion film, with the projector below projecting onto the screen from a low angle. The reflective screen changes the direction of the light entering from…