Learn Which Cameras Belong Where and Create a Safer Space for Your Family with IC Realtime Solutions

Keeping an eye on your home shouldn’t feel like a full-time job. The right security camera in the right place makes all the difference, especially when you’re trying to protect your loved ones. At Simple AV Solutions, we design camera systems that actually fit your life. We work with brands like IC Realtime because their cameras are reliable, smart, and flexible, perfect for everything from front doors to wide-open backyards.

Let’s dive into this blog and find out which cameras belong to each area of your home to create a truly secure space in Minneapolis, MN.

Simple AV Solutions Won’t Let You Ruin Your Summer with Bad Connectivity

Few things can ruin a backyard BBQ as fast as a frozen playlist or a lagging screen where your favorite movie should be, and the team at Simple AV Solutions doesn’t want you to suffer like that!

Whether you're hosting friends or just relaxing poolside, you need strong, steady wireless coverage to keep the good times rolling. The truth is, most home networks aren’t built for outdoor use. The further you get from your router, the more your signal struggles, especially through walls, windows, and brick. Add in a dozen guests checking Instagram and streaming Spotify, and your Wi-Fi connection might just wave a white flag.

Luckily, you don’t have to settle for a subpar entertainment experience, even if you are outside. At Simple AV Solutions, we want to make enjoying your smart home easier, so keep reading to discover how upgrading your wireless home network can help you enjoy the best summer of your life in Minneapolis, MN.

Discover How Alarm.com & Simple AV Solutions Work Together to Keep Your Home Secure

Simple AV Solutions knows that protecting your home and loved ones starts with having the right alarm system in place! But as threats evolve, a standard system is no longer enough. In the Twin Cities area, homeowners need intelligent, responsive solutions—and that’s exactly what Alarm.com delivers.

Want to learn more about what Alarm.com systems can do for your smart home lifestyle and overall experience? Keep reading below for more.

Discover Unparalleled Luxury Living with Savant Smart Home Automation

Simple AV Solutions is a small, local business serving the Minneapolis and St. Paul area. Known for their dedication to the community and focus on offering the best smart home automation systems, it is no surprise that they've recently been recognized for their efforts. 

In January 2025, Simple AV Solutions announced its prestigious recognition as a Savant Elite Ambassador. Savant is the global leader in luxury home automation and energy management. Built to scale, their systems can be found anywhere from super yachts and multi-building estates to single family homes and cabins up North. 

By integrating a Savant home automation system, you experience the ultimate convenience and effortless control of your climate, shades, lighting, security, and more. It offers unsurpassed indoor and outdoor home entertainment and the ability to manage it easily. 

So, let's discover what it means to be a Savant Elite Ambassador and how Simple AV Solutions is transforming smart home living in the Twin Cities Metro area.

Get Your Backyard Ready to Be the Perfect Hangout Spot

With summer around the corner, it’s time to get your Minneapolis-area home ready to enjoy and entertain. Boosting your outdoor entertainment setup can turn every gathering into something special—whether it’s a summer barbecue, a cozy movie night under the stars, or cheering on your favorite team with friends. At Simple AV Solutions, we’re all about transforming your outdoor spaces into luxury havens filled with the latest tech without disrupting the meticulously designed landscaping. Let’s dig into some ways to upgrade those outdoor living areas uniquely designed for your lifestyle.

Simple AV Solutions Has 5 Ways an Energy Management System Can Benefit Your Home 

As more Americans start thinking about energy security and sustainability, people nationwide are turning to Savant Power Systems for home energy management. Here in Minneapolis, Savant and Simple AV Solutions are already changing how homes are powered. 

Here are five reasons Savant Power Systems are a game-changer for the modern homeowner. 

Let Simple AV Solutions Elevate Your Listening Experience with Paradigm 2-Channel Audio

For true audio enthusiasts, nothing compares to the clarity and precision of a high-performance 2-channel audio system. Paradigm's 2-channel audio solutions stand out for their exceptional sound quality and innovative engineering, delivering an immersive listening experience that lets you hear every detail of your favorite music.

Want to learn more about this hi-fi system for your Minneapolis, MN-area home soundscape? Keep reading!

As Audio Video Solution Providers, We Know the Power of a Good Soundtrack 

There are usually two distinct camps when it comes to holiday music—either you love it or hate it, and we’re not ashamed to admit we’re firmly in the former camp. At Simple AV Solutions, we love seeing families putting our audio-video solutions to good use with a mix of classics and modern interpretations. One of our favorite yearly traditions at Simple AV Solutions is coming up with a holiday playlist for our Minneapolis clients! 

What Type of Lighting Is Best for Dark Winter Days?

As winter settles in, shorter days and longer nights can take a toll on your mood and energy levels. Fortunately, a well-designed lighting control system by Simple AV Solutions for your home can help combat the winter blues and create a warm, inviting atmosphere.

By incorporating the right types of lighting, you can brighten your mood, improve productivity, and enhance your overall well-being throughout your Minneapolis area home during the darker months. Keep reading below for more!

Let Simple AV Solutions Elevate Your Home Security with Smart, Effortless Protection

A home security system isn’t just about alarms and locks anymore—it’s about enjoying complete peace of mind, seamless convenience, and a touch of luxury that elevates your lifestyle. Alarm.com is a leader in high-end security, offering top-tier 24/7 professional monitoring, smart home integration, advanced video surveillance, and much more, all designed to keep your home safe while providing hassle-free control. When Simple AV Solutions installs an Alarm.com system, you’re not just securing your property—you’re investing in a smarter, more sophisticated way of living. 

Here’s why Alarm.com is the preferred choice for homeowners who expect security with style and substance in Minneapolis, MN.

Discover Today’s Modern, Multipurpose Home Theater Design

If quality entertainment is a big part of your life, there’s a good chance you’re looking to improve your home entertainment experience in 2025. For years, the pinnacle of home entertainment has been the home theater. They’ve been around for fifty years, with the technology improving over each of those years. So, if you’re looking to make the big game day of 2025 a day to remember, a state-of-the-art home theater is the way to go. 

Here, we’ll explore how to set up a home theater so that every member of the family in the Minneapolis, MN area, can enjoy premium entertainment however they want, when they want.

Here’s Why Minneapolis Area Homeowners Love Automation

Imagine effortlessly controlling every light and shade in your Minneapolis home. Savant's smart control solutions can streamline your lighting and shading management, letting you adjust settings with a single tap on a touchscreen or a voice command. 

Check out some of our favorite control features below.

Elevate Energy Efficiency with Intelligent Control

As more sustainable lifestyles become a top priority in luxury homes, intelligent energy use is becoming increasingly important. That's where a solution like the Savant Power system can help, adding a sophisticated layer of intelligence to managing energy consumption in Minneapolis high-end homes. Read below to discover how Savant Power can elevate your home's efficiency while respecting the planet. 

Winterize Your Minneapolis Home with Simple AV Solutions 

As the temperature drops and the winter season sets in, staying comfy, secure, and energy-efficient becomes a daily priority for our clients at Simple AV Solutions. Thankfully, home automation systems like Savant make it easy to prepare your home for winter.

Whether you’re staying put or flying south for warmth, learn how an all-in-one smart home system can get your Minneapolis-area home ‘winter-ready.’ 

Discover Technology Trends That Improve Your Minneapolis Operations

An efficient, comfortable workplace is at the heart of every thriving business in Minneapolis. Modern office environments are rapidly evolving, and embracing office automation systems will foster a more connected, intelligent workspace. From protecting premises with sophisticated security measures to optimizing comfort with smart climate control and lighting, automation is revolutionizing our work.

Keep reading to learn more!

Bring Your Favorite Media to Every Room

Audio distribution systems can enhance how you experience entertainment in your daily life. Minneapolis based Simple AV Solutions offer numerous high-end solutions that transform the way you’ll enjoy sound across your living spaces. 

In this blog, we'll take a closer look at the advantages of investing in a home audio distribution system. Keep reading below for more!

A Guide to IC Realtime’s Business Security Cameras 

As technology gets smarter, we will only get better at preventing crime and theft. Simple AV Solutions can help commercial spaces like restaurants, parking garages, and offices benefit from the latest surveillance technology, which not only provides live video feeds but also advanced video analytics that recognize specific people. 

IC Realtime, a leading manufacturer of business security cameras, is one such brand that offers face recognition technology. Let’s examine how IC Realtime’s face recognition works and how it is helping businesses in the Twin Cities area.