We’ve written extensively on the benefits of home automation for energy management, particularly on how smart thermostats, such as those offered by Nest, Honeywell, Carrier and others allow you to easily adjust your home’s temperature, even while you’re away, to save money and make your house more comfortable. However, there’s one important part that we […]
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Wolverine Data Wireless Outdoor Speakers For your ever-changing music listening needs, Wolverine Data offers the WIOS-5.8. These outdoor speakers are portable and wireless, and use both standard 5.8GHz wireless and Bluetooth technology to crank out sound. The system uses a transmitter to deliver that sound to the speakers. If you have a clear line of […]
Get the GuideEcoisme Smart Meter Provides Energy Usage and Tips
The smart meter can track energy consumption and deliver reminders.
The smart meter can track energy consumption and deliver reminders.
Get the GuideTri Cascade's i-BRIGHT 7x is the Smart Meter for All of Your Electronics
The smart meter allows for energy management from the web or an iOS app.
The smart meter allows for energy management from the web or an iOS app.
Get the GuideDigi XBee Smart Meter Uses ZigBee to Monitor and Control Electronic Devices
The smart meter can plug into any standard electrical outlet.
The smart meter can plug into any standard electrical outlet.
Get the GuideWhat's the Difference between Z-Wave and ZigBee, and Should You Care?
Two wireless protocols fight for mindshare in the home control space, but how much should they matter to consumers?
Two wireless protocols fight for mindshare in the home control space, but how much should they matter to consumers?
Get the GuideWhy You Really Need a Home Automation System
Want to save money on energy bills? One way is to get a home automation system.
Yes, we’ve said it before: a home automation system is a key to having effective energy efficiency in your house, and here’s why: According to surveys by consumer green research company The Shelton Group, Americans are typically willing to pay more than $100 more a month than their current rate in energy bills before taking […]
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CasaTunes Streaming Servers Does every member in your family share the same taste in music? Probably not. That’s why the CT-3 line of media servers from CasaTunes is so appealing. Each of the CT-3 servers delivers three simultaneous streams of audio, and they provide access to local music on Windows, iTunes, and networked Universal Plug […]
Get the GuideSmartenit Debuts Smart Meter for ZigBee Home Automation Devices
The new ZBMSKT1 in-wall smart meter can monitor and manage energy from plug-in lights and appliances.
The new ZBMSKT1 in-wall smart meter can monitor and manage energy from plug-in lights and appliances.
Get the GuideCould Ford Be at the Center of the Connected Home?
Auto maker collaborating on solar, smart appliance, smart thermostat initiatives
Auto maker collaborating on solar, smart appliance, smart thermostat initiatives
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