Buying a new TV just got harder. Why? Because flat-panel TV technology just keeps getting better and better. And the sizes of the panels keep getting bigger and bigger, too. Of course, the power of choice is a good thing.

Samsung has just upped the ante in flat-panel TVs with the new QN90A Neo QLED Smart TV. We know, that's a mouthful. But this gigantic 98-inch display is the pinnacle of the Samsung QLED TV lineup, and it's nothing short of extraordinary.

Keep reading below to see if this is the TV to get for your media room or entertainment space in your Atlanta, GA home. 

In most of life's endeavors, there's a good way and a not-so-good way of doing things. Sometimes you can learn from mistakes without major repercussions. Sometimes, mistakes can be extremely costly and aggravating. Bear with us here; this is not a life coaching blog. 

GHT Group is in the home technology business and not trying to compete with Tony Robbins. What we can do, based on our over three decades in business in the metro Atlanta area, is give you solid advice on how to go about planning for smart home automation in your residence. 

Keep reading for our tips on what to do and not to do when planning your smart home. Did you know lousy home automation has been known to break up relationships? Trust us on that one; we've seen a few things.

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The evolution of televisions from stylish centerpieces to wall-mounted flat panels has left style-conscious homeowners and interior designers with a dilemma: the large black rectangle that dominates the room when the TV is off. Sony's X93L TV, in collaboration with Leon's custom frames, offers an elegant solution that turns heads in Atlanta homes. The innovative Sony picture frame TV blends the best of Sony’s display technology with artistic flair, transforming your television into a piece of art when not in use. Discover how this designer-approved transformation ensures your TV complements your home's aesthetics instead of compromising them.

Some people love great sound, but they don't love the intrusion of high-fidelity speakers in their décor, no matter how well-designed and finished. You could say that a long time ago, if you decided on architectural speakers for a demure look to your sound, you would give up something in the audio quality department. Today, you can throw that notion out the window. 

Today’s choices in architectural speakers are vast. Virtually every high-fidelity speaker maker has an architectural line voiced and engineered on par with their freestanding models. One of our favorite speaker brands is Monitor Audio. We've raved about their Controlled Performance Series, which is ideal for listening rooms or surround sound where speaker visibility is banned. 

In this blog, we'd like to introduce you to a different type of Monitor Audio speaker – the SoundFrame. The SoundFrame is a high-performance speaker that can almost hide in plain sight in your Kennesaw or Atlanta, GA, listening or media room. Learn more about it below!

SEE ALSO: Introducing Monitor Audio at GHT Group

The world has not gone entirely 4K yet, and here we are talking about 8K already! You know that 4K resolution was an important step in improving picture quality. Today, there is no reason to buy a new TV or projector with only 1080p resolution, as 4K technology can improve high-definition content as well as give you a vivid and realistic picture with content mastered for the newer format. 

In the consumer technology world, technology doesn’t stand still. 8K TVs are already for sale from leading manufacturers such as Sony. Should you buy one? It may well depend on your predilections. If you are a late adopter that prefers to invest in new technology after it's been out in the market and mainstream, you may not be interested at this point. But if you like having the latest technology and capabilities, and you genuinely enjoy buying the best you can get, then there are compelling reasons to dip into the world of 8K viewing today.

Keep reading to see why a Sony 8K TV could be smart investment right now for your Atlanta, GA media or living room. 

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The current pandemic impacted so much in 2020, and cinemas were not excepted. Major commercial cinema operators like Regal, AMC, and Cinemark have been forced to shutter locations either temporarily or permanently due to local ordinances or health concerns. At the same time, at-home video entertainment consumption increased tremendously in 2020.

As a result of these events, home theaters and media rooms have become more popular than ever. GHT Group has been Atlanta’s go-to home theater company for over 30 years, and we've seen a significant uptick in demand for upgraded home entertainment spaces. We've always kept a keen eye on the latest trends in home theater and audio-visual entertainment (it’s what we do), and we’d like to share with you some of the most significant ones we see going into 2021. Keep reading below!

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When it comes to luxury living, every detail matters. And in today's tech-savvy world, audio-visual experiences are no exception. That's where AV consulting services come into play. GHT Group, a leading technology integrator in Atlanta, GA, offers a range of top-tier services designed to enhance your home's entertainment and ambiance. In this blog, we'll cover the top five AV consulting services that can transform your home into an entertainment haven.

Home theaters were once a place to recreate the cinematic experience at home. While you may have watched TV in a living room, the theater was for something more memorable. The advent of digital streaming video and an explosion of content has made that notion a bit passé; the home theater is simply the best place for any audio-video experience in your Florida or Atlanta, GA, home. So how are home theater designers reimagining home cinemas to adjust to today’s trends? Let’s explore four ways the modern home theater is shaping up in 2023.

Alpharetta has long been one of the best suburbs in metro Atlanta, filled with great things to do. From its proximity to the city, outdoor activities like the Big Creek Greenway and excellent shopping and eateries at centers like Avalon, Alpharetta has something for just about everyone.

Alpharetta has also been a hot home market that continues to be popular with families and retirees alike. As metro Atlanta’s premier home automation company, we see a tremendous interest in smart home technologies. But even understanding all the options available might be a little daunting. To help homebuyers think through what they might want, we've created a handy checklist they can use when talking to home automation experts like us. So without further ado, check it out below!

Some of you reading this may be wondering – what is HDR? We're glad you asked because this blog is for you. HDR is the acronym for high dynamic range, the feature that most differentiates the latest TV displays and projectors from models of just a few years ago. 

Recently Regal Cinemas announced the closing of all their theaters in the U.S. due to the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic. Increasingly, home is the place to be for a great movie experience. If you are a cinephile, why not take all the money saved from expensive tickets and overpriced concessions and upgrade to the latest technology? HDR can make a tremendous difference in your picture quality, whether you use a flat panel or a projector in your media room or home theater. 

As the leading home theater company in Roswell and metro Atlanta for over 30 years, you can trust GHT Group to know everything about home audio and video. Keep reading to learn more about HDR and some movies that will make the picture pop off the screen. 

SEE ALSO: 3 Movies to Flex the Sound Muscles in Your Home Theater

If you love music, you likely never want to be far from it. You listen in your car, enjoy it when you exercise, and want it wherever you are in your home. Of course, there are many ways you can listen at home. Headphones are always an option, but they are limiting in several ways. A smart speaker can dial up a vast array of streaming music. You can have a high-fidelity two-channel system in a bedroom or listening room. Or you can listen to music on your home theater setup. 

What if you want the music to just flow with you wherever you are in your Duluth, GA house? Even outside? That's where a multi-room speaker system comes into play. And there are many options to consider for a whole-home – or partial-home – audio system. Read on to learn about three ways you can enjoy your love for music throughout the house. 

SEE ALSO: Three Reasons to Invest in a Multi-Room Speaker System

Are you building or remodeling a home in Kennesaw, GA? If so, you are likely considering a myriad of options regarding how you want your home to look and feel. From colors, finishes, flooring, appliances, hardware, and more, you have much to consider and decide. 

One area that should also be considered early in the project is the integration of home automation features like lighting control and motorized shades. Both of these work hand in hand to help you make the most of natural lighting, add to your home's aesthetic appeal, and as a bonus, make it more efficient. 

If you are considering these smart home features, you should consider one of the premier names in managing and controlling light – Lutron. Lutron has an enviable array of options for lighting control in the home. To get the best aesthetic and functional results for your home, it’s essential to bring in a Lutron dealer like GHT Group early into your project. Let’s explore why below. 

SEE ALSO: What to Expect When You Partner with a Lutron Dealer

You might be very familiar with indoor audio, having been purchasing stereo and multichannel audio systems for years. You might even be familiar with the nuances of different electronic components and speaker designs. But what happens when you want to take your music outside?

Outdoor spaces can present different challenges. Rather than a room with four walls, your outside area might contain a hardscape patio, grassy lawns, gardens, or many trees. How does this affect how your music will sound outdoors?

If you’re looking for an outdoor sound system for your Johns Creek, GA home, and you like high-fidelity sound, keep reading for some key things to consider.

SEE ALSO: Use Outdoor Speakers to Create the Perfect Al Fresco Ambiance

The concept of smart home control and automation sounds great to you. We talk about every aspect of it on these blog pages, from AV systems to lighting to shading and everything else. But the process of starting might seem a little daunting; trying to figure out what you want and need. 

When you buy a car, do you spring for the loaded model that has absolutely everything? If you do, you won't suffer from FOMO (fear of missing out) – you’ve got it all. That’s great, but most auto manufacturers offer different trim levels or a multitude of a-la-carte options to customize your vehicle the way you want it. That way, you get what you want and don’t pay for what you don’t need. 

When it comes to smart home design and installation, that’s what an expert Control4 installer like GHT Group can offer you – a system specifically tailored for your Duluth, GA home and your needs. Read on to see how working with a Control4 dealer gets you all the smart home you need and want – and not what you don’t.  

When it comes to high-fidelity speakers, all the great brands strive to do the same thing – reproduce the sound just the way it was recorded. In reality, all great brands have a certain character they bring to sound reproduction. 

It's not that they change the sound or actively try to do so. It's that they bring different design philosophies and technologies to the speakers they produce. Those design decisions make for different nuances in the sound. But that's what makes hi-fi wonderful – there's tremendous variety in sound presentation. If all speakers of a given size sounded the same, what fun would that be? The right speaker is ultimately the one that just sounds right to your ears.

In this blog, we’ll cover three great speakers from three great speaker companies – Bowers & Wilkins, Klipsch, and MartinLogan. The three that we picked are very close in price and are affordable for the hi-fi audio enthusiast. While not inexpensive, any of these could easily be in your system twenty years from now, because great speakers never go out of style. 

Keep reading to see which of these speakers gets your audio juices flowing in your Dunwoody, GA listening room.

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