One of the biggest challenges of adding technology to a home is finding and comparing the many options available. You can scour the Internet for hours and still leave scratching your head. While the selection of home automation systems may not be as immense as stereo speakers or smart TVs, it’s still impressive … and […]
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Automated Lighting Gets Friendly
Home systems integrators are awesome. They really are. They’re masters at designing and installing complex electronic systems into homes that mesh perfectly with you and your family’s schedule, routines, and lifestyle. But as with anything you purchase for your home, there’s bound to be a breaking-in period, when you learn to use the system—and possibly […]
Get the GuideSmart Wireless Dimmers for Smarter Lighting Control and Automation
Wireless dimmers are often a smarter choice than wireless light bulbs for a smart lighting system. We hear a lot about smart light bulbs, especially smart LED bulbs, some that can change colors (like the Philips Hue), some that can play music and some that just allow you to control them from your iPad or […]
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The lock maker has new features for use with the DIY home automation app.
The lock maker has new features for use with the DIY home automation app.
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The app works with the tadoÂ:° Smart Thermostat to reduce heating costs.
The app works with the tadoÂ:° Smart Thermostat to reduce heating costs.
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The new Droplit Gateway and the Droplit Cue are compatible with most existing devices.
The new Droplit Gateway and the Droplit Cue are compatible with most existing devices.
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The ability to blend products from different manufacturers gives automation more versatility, especially for those who want to start small.
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Controlling your house has never been easier, when you can do it from your smartphone or tablet.
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The new app can control security, lighting, AV and more, all via an iPad.
The new app can control security, lighting, AV and more, all via an iPad.
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Crestron automation app on Android-enabled Samsung Galaxy Tab during CEDIA Expo.
Blake Krikorian, founder of Sling Media, to demo Crestron automation app on Android-enabled Samsung Galaxy Tab during CEDIA Expo.
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