Monday, February 25, 2008

SIMPLY WIRED - MORE THAN SIGHTS AND SOUNDS!


We understand that as valued customers you expect the best from your home theater, flat screen, or whole house audio installation. That why you need someone you can trust with your expensive equipment to install it and treat it right. At Simply Wired we know this and we are always ready to greet you with a smile! We understand that it can be frustrating upgrading to new HD technology, let us make it easy with our patience and understanding- coupled with our powerful knowledge of technology you cant go wrong!


Facts:

-Simply Wired was just awarded a 100% positive customer feed back rating from Circuit City's Firedog installation crew ( we install for 4 Circuit City stores)

-Simply Wired holds and maintains a 100% positive feedback rating with EBAY also.

-Simply Wired installs for 4 other internet based installation contractors

-Simply Wired is now 1 of 100 CONNECTHOME authorized dealers in the US. Only 100 of the 6000 + dealers who applied are qualified due to their extremely rigid expectactions!


You are in good hands with Simply Wired!


visit our website here.

SIMPLY WIRED ON EBAY

Simply Wired's installation packages can now be purchased directly from EBAY - for the customer on the run! We understand you have a hectic schedule, so now you can shop at 2 a.m. and get the same Simply Wired quality you expect!

DONT FORGET TO CHECK OUT OUR 100% FEEDBACK RATING WHILE YOUR THERE!

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Friday, February 22, 2008

SIMPLY WIRED MACUNGIE NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT






Simply Wired has begun an enormous project in Macungie, Pa for a highly esteemed builder. We have a few pictures of the pre wire for the whole house audio system, plasma installation, home theater, and whole home automation. As we are sure you can see, this house will be beautiful!

SIMPLY WIRED CANADENSIS HOME THEATER




We had the opportunity to visit beautiful Canadensis this week for a great home theater installation. A beautiful historic inn was transformed into a set of homes, all pristine by a babbling brook. The order of equipment included a Denon receiver, Samsung 50" plasma, Polk audio speakers, and a Sony Ps3. Installation was about 5 hours and was done just in time for Blue Ridge cable to come with the HD cable box. Enjoy a few pictures of this beauty and watch for upgrades in the near future!visit our website here

Tuesday, February 19, 2008

THE FUTURE OF TELEVISION-THINGS TO COME

Your living room will be very different in 2010—unplugged “The days of ‘Oh, "Lost" is on at 8 o’clock’ are over,” Hess says. “People are going to watch what they want to watch, when they want to watch.” This newfound freedom will spring from a seamless interface between TVs and computers, he says, and wired connections will be as quaint as incandescent bulbs. Instead, components will beam uncompressed video and audio across the room.
TVs themselves could look quite different in 2010. They may be small and flexible enough to roll up and take with you. Or they may be enormous screens that are integrated into your home—like Panasonic’s LIFEWALL
, a giant high-definition projector system that alters the images it shows—landscapes, videos, virtual windows—depending on who’s watching.
You may still need a subscription à la cable, West says, but programming will be Internet-based and “very niche-oriented.” People will subscribe only to shows that suit their interests, whether ice skating or interior design, cage fighting or sci-fi.

There are several options available now that are the newest of technologies, for more info visit our website- getsimplywired.com



BLU RAY OFFICIALLY WINS FORMAT WAR...


Toshiba has officially discontinued production of HD DVD players, confirming the rumors and reports of the format’s demise since late last week.
The company held a press conference in Japan this morning, announcing that it will aim to stop shipping HD DVD products by the end of March 2008.
“We carefully assessed the long-term impact of continuing the so-called ‘next-generation format war’ and concluded that a swift decision will best help the market develop,” said Atsutoshi Nishida, Toshiba president and CEO.
“While we are disappointed for the company and more importantly, for the consumer, the real mass market opportunity for high definition content remains untapped and Toshiba is both able and determined to use our talent, technology and intellectual property to make digital convergence a reality.”
According to
Engadget, Toshiba has “no plans” to adopt Blu-ray, only supporting SD DVD for now.
With the format war officially over, Paramount and Universal—the only two major studios still supporting HD DVD—
have been freed from their contracts, according to a Wall Street Journal report, as has Warner Bros., which was committed to the format until May.
A number of custom-friendly manufacturers, including
Kaleidescape and Niveus, have recently joined the Blu-ray camp.
The format war hasn’t been easy on integrators, with some choosing
one route or the other, hybrid players, or even high-end upconverting DVD systems. Custom shops felt the pain too, expressing hesitance in recommending either format.
But how things have changed. Just four months ago, Sony CEO Howard Stringer was
calling the format war a “stalemate” after Paramount and Dreamworks were wooed to HD DVD exclusivity.
Big-box deals and manufacturer incentives couldn’t stop the impact of Warner Bros.’ decision to back Blu-ray exclusively.
With
Netflix, Best Buy and Wal-Mart all supporting Blu-ray, rumors swirled of Toshiba’s impending decision to drop HD DVD.
The company says it will still support the products even after it stops manufacturing them, and is still determining its position on HD DVD laptops.


IF YOU ARE A CUSTOMER WHO PURCHASED A HIGH DEF HD-DVD PLAYER FROM SIMPLY WIRED, PLEASE CONTACT US!



Monday, February 18, 2008

SIMPLY WIRED- etsy - Joins Installs Inc.


SIMPLY WIRED Joins Installs inc. as a preferred vendor! Installs inc. is a nationwide provider of hometheater and flatscreen installation.

From Best Buy and DirecTV to Dell and the NFL, and everywhere in between, our clients call on us for prompt, quality installation services. These top brands know the value of consumer satisfaction, and that they can count on INSTALLS inc to deliver what we promise. INSTALLS inc manages more national installation programs for retailers and major corporations than any other American company. Our services are available from coast to coast - everywhere.
INSTALLS inc has developed proprietary software which has become recognized as the global standard for managing, dispatching and tracking installations of all kinds. The world’s most famous brands have successfully utilized INSTALLS’ systems to deliver smooth, efficient and timely installations for a wide variety of national programs, including home theater, window treatments, computer networks and more.
Now, more than ever..."We're Everywhere."



Simply Wired- Growing, Growing Growing

SIMPLY WIRED ON ANGIES LIST- read a review of our company!


Simply Wired has now been reviewed on Angies list,which is a nationally known review posting board for contractors and businesses. The reviews are exclusively by consumers who have done business with the contractor, so its a real world review by real customers. More than 600,000 consumers in 124 cities use Angie’s List to find out which service companies other homeowners in their area have hired and liked.


Read about us and others at Angieslist.com

Simply Wired signs up with ConstructionZone.com


Simply Wired has now joined the fast growing constructionzone.com website that allows consumers to find all types of contractors in their area. Some of the types of work available are:
Addition Construction
Appliance Services
Architects & Engineers
Awnings
Cabinetry Services
Carpentry & Woodwork
Ceiling Services
Chimneys & Fireplaces
Cleaning & Housekeeping
Cleanup Services Dumpsters & Salvage
Construction Services
Countertop Services
Decks & Patios
Demolition Excavation & Grading
Drywall & Plastering
Electrical Services
Fences & Gates
Fire Sprinklers
Flooring Services
Foundations & Basements
Garage Doors
Glass & Glazing
Handyman Services
Heating & Cooling
Inspections & Appraisals
Insulation Services
Interior Designers
Land Surveyors
Landscaping
Masonry Services
Mold & Asbestos Services
Organizational Services
Outdoor Kitchens
Painting & Wallcoverings
Pest Control
Plumbing Services
Pressure Washing
Remodeling Services
Restoration Services
Roofing & Gutters
Septic Systems
Siding
Snow Removal
Solar Energy Systems
Spas Saunas & Steamrooms
Staircases
Sunrooms
Swimming Pools
Technology & Home Security
Tile Services
Water Heaters
Water Purification Systems
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Window Treatments & Tinting Service
Windows & Doors
Wine Cellars & Storage
New Construction
Architects & Engineers
Cleanup Services Dumpsters & Salvage
Construction Services
Consultants
Demolition Excavation & Grading
Foundations
Land Surveyors
Metal & Prefabricated Buildings
Property Management Services
Scaffolding Services
Additions and Remodels
Elevators & Escalators
Interior Designers
Painting & Wallcovering Services
Renovation Services
Restoration Services
Interior
Appliance Services
Carpentry & Woodwork Services
Ceiling Services
Cleaning & Janitorial Services
Drywall & Plastering
Electrical Services
Fire Sprinkler Services
Flooring Services
Heating & Cooling Services
Insulation Services
Mold & Asbestos Services
Pest Control Services
Plumbing Services
Security Services
Sewage Services
Water Heater Services
Water Purification Systems
Window & Door Services
Window Treatments & Tinting Service
Exterior
Awning Services
Fence & Gate Services
Glass & Glazing
Landscape Services
Masonry Services
Roofing Services
Sign Services
Snow Removal Services
Solar Energy Services
Spa & Sauna Services
Swimming Pool Services
Appliance Services
Architects & Engineers
Awning Services
Carpentry & Woodwork Services
Ceiling Services
Cleaning & Janitorial Services
Cleanup Services Dumpsters & Salvage
Construction Services
Consultants
Demolition Excavation & Grading
Drywall & Plastering
Electrical Services
Elevators & Escalators
Fence & Gate Services
Fire Sprinkler Services
Flooring Services
Foundations
Glass & Glazing
Heating & Cooling Services
Insulation Services
Interior Designers
Land Surveyors
Landscape Services
Masonry Services
Metal & Prefabricated Buildings
Mold & Asbestos Services
Painting & Wallcovering Services
Pest Control Services
Plumbing Services
Property Management Services
Renovation Services
Restoration Services
Roofing Services
Scaffolding Services
Security Services
Sewage Services
Sign Services
Snow Removal Services
Solar Energy Services
Spa & Sauna Services
Swimming Pool Services
Water Heater Services
Water Purification Systems
Window & Door Services
Window Treatments & Tinting Service


Watch in 08 as Simply Wired expands nicely to cover more ground. Constructionzone.com allows consumers to receive multiple quotes about jobs, and allows them to read up on the contractor first!

Saturday, February 16, 2008

TV SWITCH TO DIGITAL BROADCAST...


TV's big switch from analog to digital broadcasts will be complete in just one year, on Feb. 17, 2009, and many of us are puzzling over how the shift will affect them: Do they need a new converter box, a new TV, a antenna? But it's pretty clear which business interests stand to gain.
Cable and satellite TV companies could see a wave of new subscribers as people with older TVs pass on hooking up converter boxes to older televisions or buying new sets. Local stations are already using some of the extra capacity digital broadcasting frees up by launching auxiliary TV channels with numerous weather and traffic reports, and they're looking for ways to bring programming to portable devices.
The Federal Communications Commission began the switch many years ago to free up a large chunk of U.S. airwaves, which the government is in the process of auctioning off, a process that will net billions of dollars for public coffers. Making all UHF broadcast spectrum above channel 52 available will allow for powerful new wireless services, and possibly for a new network for public safety officials to use during disasters.
Most U.S. TV stations already broadcast digital signals as well as analog. What's happening a year from Sunday is they'll switch off the analog signals. No one with cable or satellite service will be affected, nor will anyone who gets stations over the air with a newer TV with a digital tuner.
Those who will be affected are the 13 million or so households that get TV broadcasts exclusively over the air and have a TV more than a few years old _ or even a newer TV that's relatively small. Also affected are TVs not connected to cable, even if a home has cable.
A Nielsen Co. study released Friday found that 16.8 percent of all U.S. households have at least one analog television set that would not work following the switch. And Hispanics are nearly twice as likely as whites to be without TV reception.
Affected households can get a digital converter box, buy a new television or sign up for cable or satellite service or one of the newer cable-like services being offered by phone companies.
A government program said Friday that it will begin sending out coupons Tuesday worth $40 each to any U.S. household that requests them to subsidize buying a box. Each household is entitled to two coupons for the boxes, which are just coming into stores now, start at $40 or $50, making this option easy and practically free. The government says it has funds for 33 million coupons. To get one, go to
http://www.dtv2009.gov. or call 1-888-DTV-2009 (1-888-388-2009).
All TVs being sold today have digital tuners, which are sometimes called ATSC tuners, after the technical standard used to make them (the analog standard was known as NTSC). If your current TV is less than a year old, the initials "DTV" appear somewhere on its front, or its screen is rectangular, you're probably OK. If you still have the owner's manual, check there whether the tuner is digital.
The new signal could mean the picture on some televisions will improve, but it doesn't guarantee high-definition visuals. That depends on whether a particular TV is set up to receive high-definition programming and whether a program is broadcast that way.
The switch could give an economic boost to retailers and manufacturers, who would benefit from selling the boxes and new TVs. And cable providers could get a boost over the next year or two from consumers who sign up for new service rather than deal with the other options.
According to a report Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. released Friday, an estimated 1.4 million households will likely switch to pay TV service as a result of the digital TV transition _ enough to significantly lift the growth rates for the cable industry in 2009, compared to recent years.
Chris Murray, senior counsel for Consumers Union, says his organization is watching that pay TV operators don't take advantage of confusion over the digital transition to push people into buying cable to view digital TV broadcasts. It isn't necessary.
So far he hasn't seen any abusive behavior, but he said: "We want the folks in the marketplace to know that we're watching."
Brian Dietz, a spokesman for the National Cable & Telecommunications Association, a cable TV industry group, notes that cable's educational ads about the transition don't say consumers have to switch to cable.
For retailers, Bernstein analysts say the economic boost is likely to be incremental. The market for the converter boxes is likely to be about $1.4 billion, and for new TVs about $1.7 billion, for a total of $3.1 billion _ still a relatively tiny part of the $150 billion U.S. consumer electronics market.
The cost to broadcasters of new digital equipment is relatively small. Tim Thorsteinson, president of the broadcast division of Harris Corp., a major manufacturer of broadcasting equipment, says it costs about $500,000 to upgrade a typical TV station.
The transition comes at a tough point for local TV stations, however, because they are seeing live viewership erode amid a proliferation of ways to watch video _ over the Internet, on iPods and DVDs.
Mark Aitken, director of advanced technology at Sinclair Broadcast Group Inc., a major broadcaster based near Baltimore, says digital technology gives TV owners several important ways to hold onto viewers, mainly high-definition broadcasts, which can be a lot more pleasant to watch than YouTube videos.
Aitken calls using HDTV broadcasts the "low-hanging fruit" for TV stations to take advantage of. He points to another big possibility: sending live TV broadcasts to portable devices like cell phones. Adapting the handsets would be simple technically; the far bigger issue is getting broadcasters, programmers, mobile device makers to agree on a standard.
Just next week, a preliminary field trial for three competing technologies for portable TV viewing is getting under way in San Francisco, Aitken said. The industry could have a candidate for the a new mobile TV standard in place by the third or fourth quarter of this year.
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Friday, February 15, 2008

HOTTEST NEW MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY RIGHT HERE...



Microsoft Unveils Extenders for Windows Media Center
and Internet TV Beta — Connected Entertainment Comes
Home for the Holidays
New devices from Cisco’s Linksys division, D-Link, HP and Niveus Media deliver new video
formats, form factors and HD TV over wireless home networks; Internet TV beta debuts with
more than one hundred hours of free full-screen video.
Microsoft also announced that the Extender technology will be incorporated
in HP’s current line of MediaSmart high-definition televisions.
Adding to the wealth of content available on PCs running Windows Media Center
in Windows Vista® (available in Windows Vista Home Premium and Ultimate),
Microsoft also launched a beta test of Windows Media Center Internet TV, which
will offer more than 100 hours of ad-supported entertainment from MSN® Video,
including full-length shows, music concerts and movie trailers.
“We are excited to reveal the first series of totally quiet, cool, and sleek-looking
Media Center Extender devices, designed to deliver the ultimate entertainment
experience to every TV set in your home,” said Joe Belfiore, corporate vice
president, Entertainment and Devices eHome Division, Microsoft. “These products
are the initial third-party devices that can wirelessly connect a TV with a PC, with
features including live high-definition TV, PVR, movies, pictures, music and online
services. In addition, the Internet TV beta allows Windows Media Center as well as
Extender users to enjoy free* high-quality television from some of their favorite
studios and networks in Media Center, directly over the Internet.”
New Devices Build a Wireless Entertainment Bridge
Throughout the Home
The Media Center Extender with DVD Player (DMA2200) from Linksys, a division
of Cisco, is an elegant solution that combines an upscaling DVD player with a
dual-band Wireless-N Extender for Windows Media Center. It allows consumers to
enhance their entertainment systems by teaming Extender for Media Center
functionality with DVD playback capabilities in a single device. For consumers
seeking a smaller form factor, Linksys will also offer the Media Center Extender
(DMA2100), which delivers all the appealing features of Extender for Windows
Media Center in a compact dual-band Wireless-N solution that is ideal for spaces,
such as bedrooms, that call for a smaller device footprint. These new Linksys Media
Center Extenders give consumers easy access to their HD television content, digital
music and digital photos using just one remote control, and feature both digital
and optical audio outputs that enable consumers to utilize their existing custom
audio systems. They will be available for consumers to purchase in the U.S. this
November at estimated street prices of $349.99 and $299.99, respectively. More
information is available at http://www.linksys.com/mce.
NEW YORK — Sept. 27, 2007 — Today at
DigitalLife, Microsoft Corp. joined initial
launch partners in revealing highly anticipated
details about new Extenders for Microsoft®
Windows Media® Center. These devices,
which are expected to be available for
purchase this holiday season, will allow easy
access to premium cable, high-definition TV,
popular video formats including DivX, music,
paid movies, photos and more from any TV
in the house, with a wired or wireless network
connection. People can even pause a recorded
show in one room, and then resume it from the
same moment in another room.

HD DVD MAY BE KNOCKED OUT... OUCH


Toshiba is planning to abandon HD DVD in the next few weeks, according to a story in the Hollywood Reporter, which cites “reliable industry sources.”
The Hollywood Reporter quotes Toshiba’s Jodi Sally as saying that recent developments are shifting the company’s outlook.
“Given the market developments in the past month,” she is reported as saying, “Toshiba will continue to study the market impact and the value proposition for consumers, particularly in light of our recent price reductions on all HD DVD players.”
The story also quotes an HD DVD source saying the move could come soon. “An announcement is coming soon,” the source is reported as saying. “It could be a matter of weeks.”
Toshiba isn’t commenting on the story, calling it “rumors and speculation.” So please, take it with a grain of salt until any official announcement is made.
Just this week,
Netflix and Best Buy both announced that they will be supporting Blu-ray.
At CES, Toshiba said they were
committed to HD DVD despite Warner Bros.’ decision to release its discs solely on Blu-ray starting this May.
Since the January event, both sides have
announced incentives for buying hardware and software, with Toshiba cutting prices of players significantly.

NETFLIX TAKING SIDES WITH BLU RAY




The popular online video rental service Netflix has announced that they have decided to support Blu-ray exclusively for high definition movie rentals. Pointing to the Warner Brothers exclusivity announcement as the main reason for the shift, Netflix will no longer purchase movies in the rival HD DVD format, and once the life cycle for those discs has ended, they will no longer stock the format for rent.

FREE BLU RAY INSTALLATION THROUGH MARCH 15TH



Simply Wired is offering free installation with any blu ray player purchased from us!




One of our favorite models is the SHARP which you can read about here-
Now you can enjoy the best of 1080P video on your AQUOS LCD TV. The player provides seamless operability via the AQUOS LINK function through the HDMi connection. Performing as if it were all one system, the BD-HP20U's Quick Start feature lets you enjoy gorgeous Blu-ray Disc video with the touch of a button in less than 10 seconds. With eight terminal outputs including HDMI outputs and 1080P as well as DVD up-conversion to 1080P, you'll enjoy full digital high-definition video and high-fidelity audio.


Sharp, the industry leader in Blu-ray laser diode manufacturing, has announced two new Blu-ray lasers. The new design allows for an industry leading 250mW output, allowing for 4-6X recording of Blu-ray media. The smaller 3.3mm version (GH04P25A4G) will be made available for laptops, while the larger 5.6mm version (GH04P25A2G) will be for PC drives.


HDMI™ Technology (Output Resolution)
1080P
AQUOS LINK™ Function
Yes
HDMI™ 1080P 24Hz Output
Yes
Video DAC
Yes
Pop-up Menu System
Yes
Display Dimmer
Yes
Parental Lock
Yes
Quick Start (after preload)
Yes
SHARP HAS DONE A GREAT JOB WITH THIS PLAYER, AND DIRECT IT SELLS FOR 499.00 , NOT HERE! CALL FOR PRICING....

Wednesday, February 13, 2008

WHAT IS AN HDMI CABLE? AND WHY ARE THEY SO EXPENSIVE?


HDMI cables are among the most expensive cables most of us will ever come across. I cant tell you the myriad of looks I have seen when l tell customers how much they need to spend on these for their HD flatscreen! The sad truth is HDMI is a great technology, as I will briefly discuss here.


HDMI is like the best multi-tasker you know. It delivers uncompressed high-definition video (up to 1080p with 12-bit color), eight channels of digital audio for 7.1 surround sound and an integrated control channel - all in one relatively compact cable and connection.


MONSTER CABLE suggests the following:


To get the highest resolution video (1080p), you need to use an HDMI cable, which carries both the video and audio signal. To get a lower resolution High Definition video (720p, 1080i), you need to use DVI or component video cables. S-Video or composite video connections should only be used when other video connections are not available.

• To get Dolby Digital® and DTS® surround sound, you need to use HDMI, fiber optic or coaxial digital audio cables.

• How far is your plasma from your video source? Make sure you get the right cable lengths.

• For the best possible picture and sound, plus protection from surges and spikes, use a Monster PowerCenterTM with Clean Power®.


Certain A/V receivers, digital cable/satellite receivers, DVD
players and digital TVs may not output/process audio or repeat
HDCP encoding when connected via HDMI—causing loss of
audio or connection failure.
You may need to connect using Component Video and Digital
Audio connections, depending upon your system equipment.

HDMI cables and adapters by Monster have been developed in a joint partnership with HDMI founder, Silicon Image. Silicon Image and Monster have worked together to deliver HDMI's crystal-clear, all-digital, high-definition video and multi-channel audio.



Monster is just one of Simply Wired's top cable suppliers, watch for more stories coming about connections!

Tuesday, February 12, 2008

SIMPLY WIRED OFFERING CCTV SERVICES...


Watch for this update on our website soon, along with some great new pictures! We have always performed some neat CCTV installations ( closed circuit television) with all the bells and whistles - DVR options, web based browsers, remote access, and weeks of recording time, and now were letting you know about it. We can perform intallations in the trickiest of buildings or situations with a plethora of different options... Would'nt you feel better on vacation if you could take a virtual glimpse in your house if the neighbor or the alarm system notified you of some suspicious activity?


Business Owners- Call now for special pricing on commercial installations, dont be fooled by alarm company pricing, there is money to be saved.

HELLERTOWN, PA PLASMA INSTALLATION


Simply Wired performed another seamless installation in a beautiful home in Hellertown , Pa recently. Samsung was our product of choice, and after some super clean work a very happy customer was the result! Our track record is starting to speak for itself, as this one was referred by a neighbor who we are doing some whole house audio / video work for. Great news spreads fast.Trust Simply Wired with your next project!

SIMPLY WIRED - NOW SIGNING CONTRACT WITH BOSE

Simply Wired will ink a contract with BOSE in early February 08. Bose is world renowned for its amazing sound and ease of use, and now Simply Wired will add Bose to its already impressive arsenal of home theater equipment including Denon, Harman Kardon, Marantz, Onkyo, Toshiba, Samsung, Niles, Russound, Profficient audio, JBL, Monster Cable, Audioquest and much, much more.
Watch for more on this story as we have increased product offerings this year!

SIMPLY WIRED TO CARRY " HAI " HOME AUTOMATION


Simply Wired of East Stroudsburg, Pa will carry HAI home automation controls in 08!


Coming this year we will be selling and installing HAI's world renowned home controls for whole house audio/ video and more! Since 1985 Home Automation Inc. (HAI) has been the leading manufacturer of home control products providing comfort, convenience and safety for homeowners and businesses around the world. We have engineered our products to be easy to use, which is why they are Automation Simplified®.
Our award-winning, reliable products include home control systems, lighting control products, whole home audio products, and energy management tools. They may be installed in new or existing homes and may be accessed and controlled over the telephone or over the Internet.
Discover the benefits of an HAI home control system.
HAI products are sold in over 60 countries through HAI’s worldwide network of Distribution Partners and installed by over 1,000 trained dealers.


Remember at Simply Wired, we make electronics easy...

Friday, February 8, 2008

SIMPLY WIRED RECEIVES CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD!


Simply Wired of East Stroudsburg, Pa was given a prestigous award on Tuesday February 5th by Circuit City Firedog. Every contracted job we have done for Firedog has been reviewed by an independant company for quality control, and we have received an overall score for 2008 of 100%. Simply Wired continues to raise the bar for customer service through incredible pricing, outstanding installation skills, and patience to teach anyone how to enjoy their home theater system. Watch for more on this growing story in the weeks to come.