Today’s average home has a plethora of connected devices. And all smart home products, such as laptops, smartphones, TVs, electronic door locks, and thermostats, require a solid, reliable networking infrastructure to function at their full potential. Most home networks today are usually comprised of an Internet connection to the house, which links to a wireless […]
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Basics of a Home Security System
Do-it-yourself home security is all the rage. For best results, however, consider a comprehensive, professionally monitored alarm system that ensures emergency crews will reach your residence fast. This will also help you save on your homeowner’s insurance. Here’s a look at the key elements of a home security system, and what each entails.
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For around $100 you can pick up a WiFi security camera that will work with your iPhone or Android smartphone, let you see what’s going on in the house when you’re away and can record short bits of video when something happens. However, what good is that security camera when it can’t see in the […]
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Electronic door locks, more sensors, lighting options and more ways to beef up home security systems.
Imagine using your smartphone to see who’s at your front door while you’re thousands of miles away. Or hearing a unique beep when a door or a pool gate opens. Or having your home’s lights turn off automatically when you leave. Many of these “smart” home features are possible with security systems. They aren’t just […]
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Just because you don't own your own home, doesn't mean you can't own your home's sense of security. We highlight the best DIY home security features for apartment dwellers.
Home monitoring systems aren’t just for people who own large homes. A home is anywhere you lay your head down and toss your car keys at the end of the day. Even apartment dwellers want to keep an eye on their valuables when they’re away and want the sense of safety a security system can […]
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Your smart home starts with a good list of home automation options
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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From a remote controlled toilet to a mailbox sensor, home systems installers share some of their strangest client requests.
From a remote controlled toilet to a mailbox sensor, home systems installers share some of their strangest client requests.
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If any of today’s security systems could meet a residential security system from 20 years ago, they wouldn’t even know that they’re related. Sure, they both protect homes from theft, intrusion, fire, and other bad things. But that’s where the similarity ends. The fact is, today’s security systems offer exponentially more functionality in the areas […]
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Wi-Fi thermostats with smartphone apps take the trouble out of managing and monitoring your home's temperature.
So thermostats are boring, right? The one in your house is probably 20 years old and it still works fine. So why should you change up a perfectly good 1980s thermostat for a new smart thermostat? New Wi-Fi thermostats will do a lot more than simply adjust the temperature in your house when you turn […]
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Home control can be as robust as you want to make it; staying away from superfluous features is the top way to keep costs from going overboard.
Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should. It’s an old cliche, but it still holds true today, especially if you’re thinking of having an automation system installed into your home. Automation systems, by nature, are able to perform some pretty amazing and unusual feats. They can regulate the temperature of fish tanks […]
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