by Aniko Woods | Jun 16, 2025 | Automation and Control, Design and Architecture, Smart Home Tech
It’s a grey Monday morning here in the Balaton HIghlands the kind that demands a second cup of coffee and invites a bit of reflection. And, as it happens, reflection is exactly what today’s post is about: how AI in systems integration, a topic I often speak about, is...
by Aniko Woods | Apr 5, 2025 | Lifestyle, Smart Home Tech
Smart Outdoor Living This Spring: Control4, Shelly & Govee Spring is here, and across Europe, terraces are getting swept, grills uncovered, and outdoor lights tested for the first time since autumn. At S3, that means it’s time to reawaken our cottage Control4...
by Aniko Woods | Sep 30, 2024 | Audio & Video, Entertainment Systems, Integrations and Interoperability
When it comes to enjoying a truly immersive audio experience at home, knowing your audio source options is key. This past weekend, Andrew and I hosted a few friends at our winehouse in the Balaton Highlands for the local “Trout and Wine Festival”. The...
by Aniko Woods | Sep 20, 2024 | Design Advice, Industry News and Trends, Installation and Services
As the Danube rises and threatens to overflow its banks, there’s a certain irony in watching a problem that could have been avoided with better planning. The current flood situation here mirrors a common issue we see in the renovations of Budapest homes: when you...
by Aniko Woods | Sep 13, 2024 | Industry News and Trends, Integrations and Interoperability, Smart Home Tech
Advancing Home Networks and Cybersecurity As someone who has long advocated for stronger cybersecurity measures in home networks, I find the advancements presented at the CEDIA Expo 2024 in Denver truly exciting. At S3, we’ve always believed in using enterprise-grade...
