After a trip to the International Lightfair in Chicago yesterday, one thing is clear. Light fixtures have grown extremely sophisticated in their design and capabilities. The days of standard dimmable fixtures are gone. Today, it’s all about tunable white light and colored LED lighting engineered to promote health and wellness, evoke ambiance, and even put […]
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Smart lighting is all the rage for the home. Whether it’s used to dim the lights for different occasions, switch them on and off based on certain prescribed conditions, create special colored effects or make an empty home look occupied, the applications for smart lighting are numerous. Usually, these smart lighting solutions require the inclusion […]
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One of the best ways to experience what it’s like to live in a smart home is to see one in action. It’s one thing to read about innovative new technologies like automated lighting, whole-house music, and voice control of home devices; it’s another thing altogether when these electronic marvels can be demonstrated to you […]
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Voice control in the home has evolved from a novel concept to a legitimate method of operating various devices that can add real value to your lifestyle. Instead of tripping over the dog as you reach for a light switch in the hallway you can activate the fixtures by uttering a simple voice command. As […]
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Power management company Eaton introduces the All-Pro MS180BT sensor, a Bluetooth-enabled motion sensor that lets users control their outdoor security lighting from the convenience of a mobile app. The sensor is compatible with any LED or incandescent security lighting product that uses a standard ½-inch threading connection. Related: How to use motion sensors outdoor for […]
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Lighting control systems are noted for their ability to automate the lights in your home. Programmed by a professional integrator and linked to the switches in a home, they can provide a remarkable level of convenience and comfort to a household. But there’s another crucial component to great home lighting: the light fixtures themselves. Fixture […]
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Motion triggered floodlights are an effective way to protect your home from trespassers and vandals. But why not also use your security lights for non-security reasons. That’s the thinking behind the new Arlo Outdoor Smart Home Security Light from Netgear. Powered by removable rechargeable batteries or an optional solar panel, the wireless Arlo Security […]
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Daylight Savings time: it’s a blessing and a curse. You get to roll back the clocks and relish an extra hour of sleep, but when it’s 5 p.m. and completely dark…well… it’s a bit depressing. The shorter days we’re experiencing don’t have to be such a downer. Now is the time when good lighting in […]
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It’s logical to harbor some amount of skepticism for smart light bulbs when their biggest claim to fame is their ability to shine in a “rainbow of colors” and that you can choose those colors from a mobile app. This might be a fun feature that might impress a few friends, but it’s hardly the […]
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A lot can happen in a short amount of time in the smart home marketplace. What was once new quickly becomes outdated. New companies with new ideas enter and fold seemingly overnight. But these 10 technologies have had a major impact on how we live at home. They’ve shaken up the home enviromement and are […]
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