Home Automation

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AT&T Will Use Licensed Contractors to Install Home Security Systems

June 4, 2012

AT&T is the latest telecommunications company to launch a portfolio of IP-based home security and automation services, further ratcheting up competition in what is projected to be a multibillion-dollar market within a few years.

ADT’s New App Lets Users Monitor Homes Via Personalized Floor Plan

May 31, 2012

ADT announces an enhancement to its ADT Pulse offering that will allow users to remotely interact with home devices via a personalized floor plan viewed on a Web-enabled PC, iPhone or iPad.

AT&T to Test New Home Security Service This Summer

May 7, 2012

AT&T will begin trials for its new home automation and security service this summer in Dallas and Atlanta, reports the Atlanta-Journal Constitution.

HAI MicroControl Integrates With Kwikset ZigBee Door Locks

April 9, 2012

Home Automation Inc. (HAI) of New Orleans has integrated its MicroControl standalone wireless energy management system with Kwikset ZigBee wireless door locks.

Automation Brings More Business Home

March 12, 2012

Technology and consumer interest have advanced to bring about real opportunities for security contractors that offer home automation and entertainment products and services. Get up to speed on in-demand offerings with surefire tips to please customers.

AT&T Unveils Global Plans for Home Automation, Security Business

February 23, 2012

AT&T plans to offer its remote monitoring and automation platform, Digital Life, worldwide. The company has developed the service and technology for international carriers that will develop and sell Web-based home automation security and energy services to clients.

Verizon Becomes Z-Wave Alliance Member

February 23, 2012

Verizon has joined the Z-Wave Alliance, an open consortium of global companies dedicated to promoting Z-Wave as the standard in wireless home control.

Vivint, Kwikset Combine Home Automation With Remote Access

February 23, 2012

Vivint's home automation customers will now be offered remote access capabilities following the company's partnership with electronic lock provider Kwikset.

Honeywell Tuxedo Touch Controller

January 24, 2012

Honeywell of Melville, N.Y., releases the Tuxedo Touch, a touchscreen controller that combines security and lifestyle technology by allowing home and business owners to centrally control both security and automation functions such as temperature, lighting and more.

iControl, Time Warner Cable Join Forces to Offer Home Automation

January 11, 2012

Through a new partnership, broadband home management software provider iControl Networks will power Time Warner Cable's IntelligentHome solution using iControl's OpenHome software platform.

Installing Specialty Residential Security Systems Can Increase RMR

December 23, 2011

Mobile connectivity is breeding a world of consumers who expect full access and control of anything they want wherever they want it. High expectations, yes — but also high growth and profits for security systems/services providers that meet the demand.

AT&T to Launch Home Security, Energy Management Business

November 22, 2011

AT&T plans to launch a new business division called Digital Life Services, which will offer home security, home monitoring, energy management and remote healthcare, reports the Atlanta-Journal Constitution.

Residential Ready to Rally Around New Services

November 7, 2011

IP-based services and mobile apps that allow consumers to control and stay connected to their homes are expected to anchor a key market adrift in economic uncertainty. SSI’s 2011 Residential Market Report provides research from Parks Associates to help security contractors take hold of these opportunities.

Verizon Launches Z-Wave-Based Home Control Service

October 13, 2011

A smart home service that Verizon has been testing in New Jersey this year is now available to all of its broadband customers.

Elk Products Z-Wave Pathway Interface

September 8, 2011

Elk Products of Hildebran, N.C., release the ELK-M1XSLZW, a Z-Wave pathway product.

HAI MicroControl Standalone Wireless Energy Management System

September 2, 2011

Home Automation Inc. (HAI) of New Orleans releases the, MicroControl standalone wireless energy management system

Verizon, Bright House Make Moves to Enter Home Control, Monitoring Business

August 4, 2011

Verizon will soon start selling a home monitoring control service that allows consumers to remotely check their security cameras via Web-enabled devices. Bright House plans to offer home monitoring and security services.

Honing in on Home Automation

May 16, 2011

Consumers are more tech savvy today and expect electronic security to be an integral part of their home automation systems. Learn about suppliers, technologies, products and training to help you satisfy these market needs ...

Atronic Alarms Receives HAI 5-Star Honor for 10th Straight Year

April 28, 2011

Lenexa, Kan.-based Atronic Alarms Inc. received the HAI 5-Star dealer program award for the 10th consecutive year at HAI's, a home automation systems provider, annual Dealer Appreciation Party ...

Feeling Good About Home Again

November 1, 2010

With the recession waning, albeit stubbornly slow, opportunities in the home automation and entertainment market are reemerging. Installing security pros, with the right know-how, are uniquely positioned to fulfill customer desires for new or upgraded systems.

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