Routers can hang, computers can crash, servers can blue screen and digital signage can glitch.  At home this is a pain but in business these problems are critical and if no-one is close by, how long does it take to get a tech on site?  Dataprobe’s iBoot Internet web remote power switch takes care of

If you have an older Insteon Hub and are looking for the Insteon Hub Upgrade in Canada, we have good news and bad news. The bad news is that Insteon only runs this program directly.  Their upgrade ispriced in $USD with potential shipping, duties and customs issues, with warranty returns being the buyer’s responsibility. The

While our main courier has traditionally been UPS, some clients require Canada Post delivery for convenience, due to a PO box address, etc.  With the Canada Post strike looming we had suspended the Canada Post shipping option.  Today, Canada Post and the union have announced a 30 day cooling off period so we can confidently

We have yet another batch of Ring Pro Video Doorbells coming in to stock in the next few days so don’t hesitate to place your order, we will fill it as soon as they hit our dock.

There are a number of automaton controllers supporting technologies including Insteon, Zwave and Zigbee, and a number of different popular home automation controllers.   While it makes sense that an Internet connection can be used for remote control, email or SMS alerts, many automation controllers require Internet access for much more.  We can break this

We’ve created a new Smart Home Wiring Guide for new home builds and renos.  You can check it out here: https://www.aartech.ca/smart-home-wiring-guide.html  

We’re often asked how to automate a fireplace.  This article provides guidance on controlling a fireplace with Zwave and assumes you will be using a Vera, Hometroller, Smartthings or similar home automation controller that supports the Zwave products listed. First and foremost, as with any DIY project, care is required and if you are not

We’re excited to have a new product to announce!  DoorBird IP Video intercoms go beyond offering the ability to remotely answer the door from an Android or iOs phone or tablet.  Yes, customers can answer the door from inside the house and outside using an Internet connection with free iOs and Android apps much like

We are often asked to integrate a camera feed in to systems like Leviton HAI, Vera, Homeseer and the like to display on a touch screen or iPad interface.  The problem is that most cameras today are using ONVIF and RTSP to send video to an NVR or software for recording.  But for a simple

Ring has announced their newest addition, the Ring Video Doorbell Pro.  Product is expecting to ship around end of April or early may and you can see more here:  https://www.aartech.ca/ring-video-doorbell-pro-1080p.html The new product differs from the original Ring doorbell in the following ways: – Smaller footprint – 1080p resolution (compared to 720p) – Supports 2.4GHZ