Are You Ready for a Control4 System Upgrade?

Control4 X4 Makes Home Automation Faster and More Intuitive

Just like your smartphone improves with each update and your car's infotainment system becomes smarter over time, home automation technology also keeps advancing. Control4 system upgrades have reached a major milestone with X4 (OS 3.4)—the most significant update since 2019. This isn't just a minor refresh; it's a complete reimagining of how you interact with your smart home. Fort Worth homeowners with existing Control4 systems now have the opportunity to experience a more modern, responsive interface that matches the software standards we've come to expect from today's technology. At Allied Home Technologies, our team of Platinum Control4 experts is here to help you navigate this exciting upgrade and determine if your system is ready for the transformation.

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What Makes X4 a Must-Have Upgrade

The new interface brings Control4 into 2025 with a clean, modern design that rivals the best smart home platforms. X4 features a streamlined home screen where you can monitor security cameras, adjust whole-home audio, and control climate settings from one elegant view.

Performance improvements are immediately noticeable. X4 processes commands locally rather than relying heavily on cloud connections, which means faster response times and more reliable control. Your lights dim instantly, shades adjust without delay, and music starts playing the moment you tap the screen.

The customization options put you in control like never before. Personalized widgets let you organize your home screen exactly how you want it. Want quick access to your primary bedroom's shades and temperature controls? Create a custom widget. Need instant camera views from the front door and driveway? Set that up too. Everything adapts to how you actually use your home.

New Features That Put You in Control

X4's Routines feature empowers you to modify your home's automation without calling your integrator for every small change. Want your morning routine to start 30 minutes later on weekends? You can adjust that yourself. Need to temporarily turn off the automatic porch lights during a dinner party? You can handle it from your phone in seconds.

Voice control gets a major upgrade with deeper integration across Apple, Google, and Amazon ecosystems. The Apple integration is particularly impressive—full HomeKit compatibility means you can control your entire Control4 system through Apple's Control Center, use CarPlay to prepare your home before you arrive, and even add Control4 widgets to your iPhone's home screen. Ask Siri to set the perfect movie night ambiance or have your Apple Watch trigger your bedtime routine. The system understands more natural commands and responds more reliably across all platforms.

Camera monitoring becomes more intuitive with enhanced live view indicators and in-app audio. You can quickly see which cameras are active, hear what's happening at your front door, and receive smarter notifications that distinguish between package deliveries and general motion.

The new user management system lets you create different access levels for family members. Give your kids standard access while maintaining admin control over system settings and user invitations. It's home security that makes sense for modern families.

Is Your System Ready for X4?

Not every Control4 system can make the jump to X4. Your current system needs to be running OS 3.3.1 or higher, and some older hardware may require updates or replacement. The upgrade also requires a Control4 Connect subscription to unlock all the new features and maintain ongoing security updates.

This is where professional assessment becomes valuable. Our team can evaluate your existing hardware, identify any compatibility issues, and provide a clear upgrade path. Some systems transition seamlessly, while others benefit from strategic hardware updates that enhance the overall experience. In particular, Control4’s newest Core processors are optimized for running this next-generation system. 

Ready to Experience the Future of Home Control?

The X4 upgrade represents more than just new software—it's your gateway to a smarter, more intuitive home experience. With 14 years of Control4 expertise in Fort Worth and North Texas, Allied Home Technologies makes the upgrade process smooth and stress-free.

Visit our showroom to experience X4 firsthand and see how it can work in your home. Contact our team today for a comprehensive system evaluation and discover how X4 can bring more power and control to your home automation system.