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The kids are out of school, the lawn is under control, and the BBQ is ready to feed a never-ending flow of unexpected relatives and friends. You’re ready for summer. But wouldn’t you like to kick it ...

A Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) working group is developing a set of recommended practices for installing architectural speakers in a home’s walls and ceilings and in outdoor locations. The ...

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Few things in life top the simple luxury of spending days in the comfort of your own backyard. Hosting a barbecue, lounging by the pool, or enjoying time under the sun can all be elevated experiences ...

There are still plenty of warmer days to come, and that means spending as much time outside as possible — even when at home. We’re throwing pool parties and hosting backyard barbecues, playing lawn ...

Today’s discerning homeowners want that same rich, enveloping sound experience in their outdoor spaces that they experience ...