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4K TV technology is gaining more and more buzz and is the latest marketing trend among manufacturers, but what is it? Do you really need a 4K TV? Looking at the facts and knowing what to expect if you purchase a 4K TV will help you decide if you truly need one.

By now, you can recognize the agonizing sound of a dropped smartphone in a crowd of people. The sound is usually followed with "oohs" from nearby people as the culprit quickly picks up the phone from the ground to check for a cracked screen.

It's a damning sound, but it's even worse when it happens without a phone case. Somehow, people like to play with fire when it comes to smartphone cases. Some people simply want their phone to be as light as possible or don't like the bulky feel of a case.

Technology in home lighting has greatly advanced in the last decade. Now, there are plenty of options that not only save you money in the long run, but help the environment as well.

With the new technology in LED lighting, these light bulbs can last drastically longer than an incandescent bulb. In fact, an LED light bulb can last a decade or so before needing to be replaced. That comes out to 10 times more efficient than even compact florescent light bulbs.

Smart televisions are gaining more features as they increase in popularity. Now, smart TVs feature several different ways  to view shows, interact with the Internet and to connect with other devices. New TV technology shows up all the time. Most of this technology fits into the direction the industry is already headed. Here are three common industry trends that you're likely to see with smart TVs:

We feel incredibly blessed to celebrate our 40th anniversary at Jasco. From humble beginnings, Founder and Chairman of the Board, Steve Trice, started Jasco Products in 1975 and guided the organization from marketing CB antennas and accessories out of a small corner of an Oklahoma City warehouse into one of the largest and fastest-growing marketers of consumer electronics, home automation, lighting, security, home entertainment, power and mobility products. The road hasn’t always been easy, but it’s been worth traveling. Forty years later, we lead our industry with cutting-edge products marketed under some of the best brands in the world including GE, Disney, and TUMI.

Is your child getting a healthy night's sleep? If not, it could be due to the fact that your child is either sleeping with too much darkness or you're using night lights that are too bright. Several reports about sleep and healthy sleeping habits show that light saturation can disrupt or affect natural sleep cycles, which ultimately makes it harder to stay asleep, wake up or fall asleep altogether.

Throughout the summer months, it's easy to find yourself worrying less about controlling your lights and more about getting out of the house for some fun in the sun. However, there are plenty of reasons why it's important to invest in home automation systems specifically in warmer seasons.

To get started, here are four reasons why home automation is essential this summer:

Figuring out what kind of antenna you need, where to place it in your home, and knowing what channels you will get are all major questions for those looking to cut the cord. The different types of antennas are vast and figuring out which will work best for you can be an overwhelming task. Here is a guide for choosing the best antenna to fit your needs.