What You Need to Know About Control4 X4
When your home automation system is responsive, intuitive, and tailored to your lifestyle, it fades into the background and supports you throughout every moment of your day. The new Control4 X4 upgrade does just that by making your smart home experience faster, smarter, and more future-ready.
If you’ve been using Control4 OS3 or are new to the smart home realm and simply exploring what’s available, the X4 platform introduces significant improvements that address real-world frustrations while opening the door to new possibilities.
Let’s take a closer look at what’s new and why now may be the right time to refresh your current system—keep reading!
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Control4 X4 is a Total Performance Redesign
The X4 upgrade brings a more modern, cloud-connected backbone to your Control4 system. It delivers improved responsiveness, a sleeker interface, and enhanced compatibility with new devices, as well as more advanced automation features.
This update alters the core functionality of your system. Faster boot times, quicker response when activating scenes, smoother transitions across devices, and more reliable remote access are all hallmarks of the new X4 experience.
When paired with Control4 Connect, X4 enables automatic software updates, tighter security, and more comprehensive remote support capabilities. Your control platform stays current behind the scenes without constant manual updates or technician visits.
The Top OS3 Frustrations And How X4 Solves Them
If you’ve been using Control4’s OS3 platform, you've probably noticed a few recurring pain points. Common complaints included:
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Sluggish responsiveness when using touch interfaces or switching between apps
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Slow loading times for favorites, scenes, and video intercom pages
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Inconsistent audio sync across zones in distributed audio systems
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Delayed camera feed loads on mobile or on-wall interfaces
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Remote access reliability that didn’t meet expectations
This upgrade’s improved performance eliminates the sluggishness, especially in systems running dozens of connected devices. Multi-zone audio and video commands now execute with minimal delay, and video intercom calls connect quickly and smoothly. Security camera feeds pop up instantly on your touchscreens or mobile interface, too. Everything feels more connected, more capable, and more enjoyable to use.
A Beautiful New Interface for a Future-Ready Platform
The X4 release comes paired with a stunning refresh of Control4’s user interface. Navigation feels more modern and more intuitive, especially when using mobile devices or larger in-wall displays. You’ll notice better organization and a faster swipe response paired with sleek visual layouts that feel more polished.
The elevated X4 interface reflects a broader system philosophy: to modernize your home automation platform, making it adaptable and scalable well into the future.
Should You Upgrade to X4?
Suppose your current smart home setup feels slow. In that case, if you’ve recently added more devices to your network or are looking to extend the lifespan of your home automation system, X4 presents a strong opportunity to move forward.
If your current Control4 system is meeting your needs and running efficiently, there may be no urgency. However, if your system feels sluggish or if you're planning to expand your interface with more devices or custom scenes, X4 offers the kind of foundation that will carry your smart home into the next decade.
At Fusion 9 Design, we specialize in designing and updating fully integrated home automation systems that feel like a natural extension of your lifestyle. If you're ready to explore the Control4 X4 upgrade or want to see what’s possible with Connect and the new interface, reach out and schedule a consultation—give us a call at (360) 831-0899 today!