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Did you know you can set scenes on your MyPlace system? Scenes are there for optimal efficiency around your home. So, here’s how they work! Master Scenes The preconfigured master scenes on left side of the picture above can be adjusted to however you like your home welcome or goodbye…

Your home is there as a place to relax, unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday chaos. That’s why having a safe and comfortable home is key to an easier life, and thanks to technology this is now a lot easier. What is a smart home?…

As a new year begins, we thought it would be fitting to look back at how Advantage Air has evolved. So, here's where it started... 1990 - Started in a garage in Morley, Perth trading as AC components. Followed by opening first warehouse in Bayswater. 1995- Started making flexible duct.…

“Whist I have never been broken into before, you often hear about break-ins and I want to feel safe in my home. Being able to see who is at my door with the video doorbell and knowing I have video cameras inside and outside really helps,” says Maria. We spoke…

Hey there! Are you tired of thermostat wars and struggling to keep every room comfortable? Well, we've got someg great news for you. Your MyAir system has some cool temperature control features that can make your life a whole lot easier. Keep reading to find out how you can make…

With everyone’s lives faster paced than ever before, enhanced convenience, efficiency and overall comfort is more important than ever. One of our favorite MyPlace features is the ability to set scenes and events that seamlessly improve your day to day. This dynamic capability allows you to orchestrate your home's environment…

In a cosy suburban neighbourhood, there lived a family named ‘The Davies’. The Davies were a young family who were always keen to embrace new technologies into their lives. So, one day, The Davies decided to investigate what a Smart Home could do for their family and how it could…

With many people making the most of the June long weekend we all need to be aware of prowlers on the lookout for homes that seem empty and could make an easy target. Owner of MyPlace smart home technology Dave Devoy shares his top tips on how to keep your…

Imagine walking into a room with the perfect lighting, just the right temperature, and your favourite music playing in the background. You instantly feel relaxed, comfortable, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. This is the power of setting the mood with MyPlace smart home technology. We have…

Who doesn’t love the convenience and instant gratification of online shopping?  If the stats are anything to go by, not many, because a huge 3.4 million Australian households had a parcel home delivered last year. If you love online shopping just like us, you’ve no doubt memorised the free delivery…

If you’ve ever found yourself sharing a house with someone who leaves the lights on in every room they go to – we feel your pain.  It’s almost as annoying as leaving open the door to every cupboard they go into… Annoyance aside, as we all look to stretch the…

The term Australian-made is loosely thrown about by brands and companies of all sizes. Research in 2020 shows 93% of consumers say they would prefer to choose brands designed by Australians and made in Australia. Brands are seeing a shift in consumers being conscious of what they buy and wanting…

One of the best things about being an Australian-made and supported business is that we can build face-to-face connections with our customers Australia-wide. Our team will be visiting home shows across several Aussie locations this year and we’d love for you to come to see us! Get some hands-on experience…

We always think that ‘it will never happen to me‘. I’ll never have an airline lose my baggage.  I’ll never lock my keys in my car. I’ll never be burgled. Unfortunately, for many people these incidents to happen to them and when it comes to having your home broken into,…

Choosing which Smart Home System to add to your home can be a huge decision especially with all the different brands and different smart products available right now. Literally there are so many different kinds of smart devices on the market right now - smart lights, smart thermostats, smart plugs,…

Working from home or just staying home is something that most of the world have become very familiar with over the last two years. Love it or hate it, working from home is just another part of our new normal we may need to accept for the time being. So…

It doesn't matter if you're building, renovating, upgrading or just interested in innovation, what's important is understanding that your next air conditioner must be a smart air conditioner. Currently, the smart air conditioner and smart device industry is booming and is set to grow even more in the upcoming years.…

If you’re in the market for a ‘smart’ air conditioner, you probably have plenty of questions. This article will answer air conditioning FAQs, including: what smart air conditioning can do, how to make an air conditioner smart, how zoning system air conditioners work, how to connect an air conditioner to…

MAt Advantage Air we are always innovating and working to make our products more intuitive and more user friendly. In order to do this we listen and take onboard the features that you the consumer ask us for we and look at ways to incorporate these into our systems. With…

Previously we have predicted that integration would be the determining factor in whether a smart product was successful or not. So far this has proven to be true with integration allowing your smart home to be as smart as it can be. Our homes are only as smart as the…

Can you believe we’re almost halfway through the year? So much has happened since we wrote our smart home predictions post in January 2018. With smart home technology constantly evolving and more companies bringing their products to market, there’s been some big changes in the last 18 months. But there’s…

The change of season is here again, making it the perfect time to do some regular maintenance on your smart air conditioning system. It is always recommended to have your system regularly serviced/maintained by a qualified professional, but there are also a few DIY checks that you can do! Read…

Fact: You’re probably going to spend somewhere between $8,000 and $12,000 on your air conditioning system (based on a single storey average sized home). So if you’re going to spend that kind of money, you’re going to want a system that works and provides you with the comfort and convenience…

Summer is an exciting time for burglars. More daylight hours, the nights are warm and they know that many people are out and about or travelling for summer holidays, making it easy to target and break into homes while occupants are out or away. You might be having a well-deserved…