Why DIY Smart Lighting Doesn’t Measure Up to Professional Control Systems  

Once you’ve experienced smart lighting at home, it’s hard to go back to the standard on/off light switch. With smart lighting, you can bathe rooms in any color and brightness imaginable, from the coziest candlelight hue to fun nightlife colors. 

Many homeowners are tempted to DIY smart lighting with Bluetooth or Wi-Fi-connected smart bulbs from Amazon or Best Buy. But they may be unaware that for seamless control and automation—even from miles away—you need a sophisticated smart system like Lutron or Control4. 

What’s the difference between a dedicated lighting system and DIY smart lights? We’ll compare both below, so you know what to expect for your lighting control. 

Texadia Systems is a home technology and lighting control installer based in University Park, TX, and surrounding areas. Contact us here to learn more today!

Bring Flexibility to Your Conference Rooms with BYOM 

In the new landscape of hybrid work, conferencing setups like Zoom Rooms and Teams Rooms are bridging the gap between remote and in-person meetings. Now, the entire conference table can participate in virtual discussions, seeing and hearing their remote colleagues while being captured on a wide-angle camera and HD microphones. 

But there’s one issue with brand-centric conferencing systems. What happens if your staff uses Microsoft Teams, but you’re trying to join a client’s meeting link on Zoom? 

Incompatible conferencing software has been a head-scratcher for all businesses. But now, there’s a new solution. Using “BYOM” (bring your own meeting) techniques, your  conference room technology lets meetings be ‘agnostic’ about which platform to use over conferencing hardware. 

Read on to learn how BYOM can help your business! 

Texadia Systems is a commercial technology integrator based in the Frisco, TX area. Contact us here to learn more about our solutions for your business. 

Kick Up the Ambiance with Outdoor Audio in Your Home or Business

Music has the power to transform and uplift any atmosphere. So if you’re planning to install a high-end sound system in your home or business (or if you own one already), have you considered extending it outdoors, too?

Manufacturers like Coastal Source build weatherproof speakers that can withstand weather conditions all year long. So whether you’re setting the mood for guests at your restaurant patio, or are hosting friends in the backyard, you can enjoy your favorite unes under the sun and stars.

An outdoor audio installation takes outdoor music beyond tiny portable speakers. Read on to learn how outdoor audio works and how it can enhance your home or business.

Texadia Systems is a residential and commercial AV integrator based in Dallas, TX. Contact us here to learn more about outdoor entertainment!

Bring Energy & Vibrance to Your Office with a New Lighting Design 

Employers across the country are scrambling to make RTO (“return to the office”) a smooth transition for workers. Some are bringing new snacks into the office kitchen, while others offer a hybrid workweek.

But in our opinion, if you want people to love coming into the office, you need to create a comfortable and inspiring work environment. Alongside the furniture and wall colors you choose, meeting room lighting can make or break the experience of working for your company. 

With smart lighting control and a carefully planned lighting design, you’ll create an atmosphere that shakes the mundane and makes work an inspiring place for ideas and collaboration. Consider these factors for your Frisco, TX office’s lighting. 

To learn more about lighting design and automation, contact Texadia Systems here. 

SEE ALSO: Create the Perfect Conference Room Atmosphere with Smart Technology 

Spotify May Be Popular, But Is It the Best Option for Whole-Home Audio?

If you’re investing in a high-end sound system that plays throughout the house, you’ll want to play music that’s high-quality, too. So, where can you find hi-fi lossless audio online?

While CDs and vinyl are known for producing the richest audio quality, streaming has not always had the best reputation. But in recent years, popular (and emerging) streaming services are offering lossless and 3D spatial audio that sounds heavenly over whole-home speakers.

Are you already using one of the best streaming services? Or is it time to make a switch? Find out which streaming service is best and how to use it with multi-room audio.

If you’re interested in whole-home audio in Highland Park, TX, contact Texadia Systems to learn more!

Retrofitting Your Lighting Doesn’t Have to Be a Headache

Maybe you’ve recently moved into a house with outdated lighting. Or perhaps you’ve never installed recessed lighting before and finally feel ready. Whatever your situation, if you’re looking to enhance your home’s lighting design, you’ve come to the right place.

Modern lighting is not just about plugging in fixtures and screwing in a lightbulb. With today’s smart lighting solutions, you can take lights beyond on/off control and activate ‘Morning’ and ‘Night’ settings that adjust the color temperature and brightness. You’re never stuck with one shade of lighting, and the possibilities are infinite.

Unsure what lights to use in your lighting design? Let us introduce you to DMF Lighting, whose lighting products are built for smart control and customization. Here’s what DMF does differently and how it can transform your Highland Park, TX-area, home.

Are you interested in a luxury lighting design or home technology installation? Contact Texadia Systems, Dallas-Fort Worth’s premier integrator.

Discover the Mood-Boosting Benefits of Natural Light at Home

When you purchase a lightbulb at the store, what you see is what you get. Some lights shine ultra-bright, while others produce a warm, golden hue. Other bulbs appear icy blue-white. While bright lighting may be helpful for your morning routine, at night, it’s harsh and uncomfortable on the eyes.

This isn’t the case with smart lighting control. Lighting control brands like Lutron let you intelligently customize and automate your LED bulbs’ color temperature and brightness. Throughout the day, lights can gradually shift to mimic the appearance of sunlight outside, following the changing sky.

Also, if you set your home’s lights to the wrong color temperature or brightness level, you could accidentally tamper with your mood, sleep, and home atmosphere. Below are a few ways lighting control can improve the living experience at your home in Southlake, TX.

To learn more about lighting control and smart technology for your home, contact Texadia Systems here.

Make the Most of Microsoft Teams to Bridge In-Person & Remote Staff

In the business world, everyone wants to know, “Is remote and hybrid work the future? Or will it fizzle out as time goes on?”

People have been working remotely (or telecommuting, as it was once called) long before now. But it wasn’t always as simple. Today, with innovative unified communication systems like Microsoft Teams, you can more seamlessly bridge the gap between in-person and remote workers.

Microsoft Teams lets companies take the platform even further in ‘Teams Rooms,’ which leverage conferencing hardware for superior meeting experiences. Now, the entire group can be seen and heard while communicating over video calls.

To learn how to deploy Teams Rooms in your Dallas, TX, office and make the most of hybrid work, read more below and contact Texadia Systems if your business is interested!

Return to the Office with Better Conferencing Experiences

Is your team returning to the office full-time—or embracing a hybrid model with some days remote? Many companies are excited about the prospect of being together in the office again, where personal connections and collaboration can thrive.

This is also a great time to reassess your conference room audio video. Is it built to accommodate virtual calls with remote workers or clients? Can your sound and video reach every eye and ear in larger spaces and auditoriums?

While you might be tempted to continue using the tech you’ve had for years, there are very valuable reasons why it’s worth it to upgrade to high-quality AV. Could your Plano, TX, business benefit from an AV installation? Contact Texadia Systems if you’re interested to learn more!

The Simpler Approach to Business Software & Hardware

Have you heard of AV as a Service? Also referred to as AVaaS, it’s a subscription plan that provides technology to your business for a monthly fee. So, whether you need conferencing displays, smart systems, digital signage, or touchscreens, it’s all part of the plan and can be swapped and traded out at any time. AVaaS also includes the installation, management, and technical support services with ongoing training for your team.

Traditionally, businesses would purchase all their hardware upfront. But as a new alternative, AVaaS covers all your needs within a monthly subscription. If you ever decide you don’t need equipment anymore, we’ll take it away and replace it with new hardware.

Some business owners ask us: why wouldn’t I want to own my technology? There are many reasons businesses in Dallas, TX, are switching to AVaaS and forgoing hardware ownership. You may find your company could benefit, too!

Want to learn more? Contact Texadia Systems for a no-obligation consultation about AVaaS. And continue reading to see why it’s worth making the switch to AVaaS!

Through Rain or Shine, The Terrace Displays Brilliant 4K Definition

It usually comes down to a choice: spending a beautiful, warm night outside—or indoors watching the next episode of your new favorite show.

But outdoor TVs are changing the game, letting homeowners take their entertainment into the fresh air with completely weatherproof displays. There are a handful of reputable outdoor TV manufacturers on the market, but today we’ll be looking at Samsung’s The Terrace, a display built exclusively for the outdoors.

You may be wondering: are outdoor TVs “worth it”? Read on to see how The Terrace works and can expand your entertainment at home. And to find outdoor entertainment installations in the Dallas, TX area, contact Texadia Systems here.

Your Guide to Create the Perfect Home Lighting Design

As new smart technology is invented, so are new terms and phrases. So, what is ‘warm dimming’ or ‘warm dim lighting’? If you’re wondering, you’ve come to the right place.

In this article, we’ll dive into warm dimming and share how it can elevate your home’s lighting design. And if you’d like to learn more about a smart lighting installation in the Southlake, TX area, contact Texadia Systems here.

Discover All That’s Possible with Smart Home Lighting 

What if you could press a button on the wall that turns on not just one light—but several lights to your preferred brightness and color settings? It’s possible with a lighting control system that customizes where and how lights are illuminated. 

Unlike plug-and-play smart bulbs, a lighting control system is sophisticated enough to control your entire house. Controllers like Lutron and Control4 can sync hundreds of devices across your property. But what can it control? You may be surprised by how much it can do.

Read on to see what you can incorporate into your smart lighting system. And to bring lighting control to your Highland Park, TX home, contact our team here. 

Plan Your Business’s Technology Needs with Each Department in Mind

When adding technology to your business’s infrastructure, the first people you consult are IT. That’s a given. You need the IT team’s input as the company’s network bandwidth has critical requirements, and quality of service is paramount with networked equipment falling in their laps.

But how does the planning of technology affect other departments?

In this article, we’ll look at how multiple departments in your business may have different technological needs. And if you’re looking for commercial AV solutions in the Fort Worth or Dallas, TX area, Texadia Systems is your local AV technology company. Contact us here to learn more about our services!  

Transform Your Communication Infrastructure with Texadia Systems

In the modern business world, organizations need efficient, reliable, and secure ways to connect their teams, clients, and partners. That’s why Texadia Systems provides comprehensive unified communications solutions and commercial automation in Dallas, helping local businesses consolidate communication channels like voice, video, and messaging into a single, user-friendly platform.

Whether you’re relying on outdated phone systems, juggling multiple conferencing tools, or struggling to manage different messaging apps, our team delivers customized, scalable, and secure services designed to reduce complexity and keep your workforce productive. Learn how our business communication systems in Dallas can help you stay a step ahead in your market.

Create an Unforgettable Experience at Your Dallas­–Fort Worth Hotel

What lands hotels spots on top ten travel lists? Two words: incredible experiences. When guests love a hotel’s atmosphere, they’ll remember it as a collection of positive, unique memories. A hotel is more than a place to stay—it’s a world within itself.

Whether you’re undergoing the construction of a brand-new hotel or are looking to revamp your existing property, it’s time to think about how modern technology can help your hotel get ahead of the curve. We recognize that hoteliers (and guests) may not want flashy technology at every turn. Luckily, hidden AV can seamlessly blend into any interior.  

At Texadia Systems, we’re a technology integrator that designs and installs hotel AV solutions across Fort Worth and Dallas, TX. In this article, we’ll share how every area of your hotel, resort, or inn can benefit from automated technology and AV. Contact our team here to discuss your hotel’s next project today!

We’ll Share the Benefits—Then You Be the Judge.

One of the top questions people ask us about lighting control is: “Is it worth it?” Honestly, it depends! If you use a sophisticated system like Lutron, then absolutely. But plug-and-play Wi-Fi-connect light bulbs are not convenient for adding smart lighting to an entire house.

Once you’ve paid a visit to our showroom and seen Lutron lighting control in action, you’ll no longer wonder if it’s worthwhile. But until then, if you’ve never used a smart lighting system, you might not know just how transformative it can be. 

Here’s what you can expect living with Lutron lighting and shading. And to learn more about Lutron for your Highland Park, TX home, contact Texadia Systems here for a free consultation!

Sync & Control All Your Home’s Technologies in One System

Remember the Apple commercial tagline, “There’s an app for that”? The saying’s never been truer, as more and more “smart devices” hit the shelves and online shopping carts. Every smart device seems to have its own app, from intelligent lights to video doorbells and even digital picture frames.

But who wants to juggle through ten different apps to use their home’s devices? For a truly luxurious smart home, you need a system that integrates everything under one umbrella.

Enter Control4. It’s a sophisticated home system that controls and automates all your devices—even technologies and systems that you might not consider ‘smart’ like ceiling fans or garage doors.

Read on to discover what you can automate in a Control4 home. And if you’re looking for a Control4 dealer in the Highland Park, TX area, contact Texadia Systems here!

Let There Be (Smart) Lights in Your Dallas Home

People are introduced to smart lighting in many ways. Some start with plug-and-play smart bulbs that let them change the color from their phone. From there, they might decide they’d like to expand smart lighting across the house with a more sophisticated system.

Other folks may already own a smart home system like Control4, which they use for multi-room audio, video, or security. They might then incorporate smart lighting and shading, synced to the same system.

Whatever piqued your interest in lighting control, we’re happy you’re here. Brands like Lutron offer incredibly exciting lighting technology that lets homeowners transform their interior’s atmosphere. And beyond looks, it adds plenty of benefits to daily life.

As a Lutron dealer based in the Dallas, TX, area, we’ll share five advantages we’ve seen to switching to automated lighting. And to talk with a smart lighting professional, contact our team at Texadia Systems.

For Everything from Networking to Security Systems, Here’s How Structured Cabling Makes a Difference

Is everything wireless today? We see wireless printers and wireless conferencing systems more than ever in office. In our personal lives, many of us own wireless headphones, wireless speakers, and even wireless phone chargers. But just because some technology can be accessed wirelessly, doesn’t mean that we still don’t depend on hardwired networks. After all, you can’t enjoy Wi-Fi without a router wired to the internet.

Cabling is an essential infrastructure for any business. Whether wiring supports a surveillance system, internet network, a POS system, or commercial automation, you need wiring to complete these operations.

Even so, many businesses still skimp on properly cabling these systems – until they run into a major problem. A professional cabling installation is crucial to keep your operations running smoothly.

As a commercial technology integrator, Texadia Systems understands the importance of installing all-encompassing cabling infrastructure for Plano, TX businesses.

Continue reading to learn what cabling installations we perform and how a professional’s touch makes all the difference. To learn more for your Texas business, contact us here.