DIY Video Doorbell Dilemmas Open Door to Pitch Pro Monitoring
Many DIYers forgo monitoring fees, but dealers are well-positioned to solve pain points consumers are experiencing with their security devices, including video doorbells.
Many DIYers forgo monitoring fees, but dealers are well-positioned to solve pain points consumers are experiencing with their security devices, including video doorbells.
Swann claims to be the first security company to bring Google Assistant voice control technology to wired 4k surveillance systems.
Jennifer Doctor, senior director of product management for Tyco Security Solutions at JCI says, “Personal service means more than sending a bill or responding when an event happens.”
Swann claims to be the first security company to bring voice control technology to wired multicamera systems.
Consumers can purchase the self-installed system and Alexa speaker at Lowe’s, Best Buy and Home Depot, as well as on Amazon and on Honeywell’s online store.
LifeShield’s home security system is now compatiable with Z-Wave-certified devices and can be controlled using Amazon Alexa voice commands.
Although terms of the transaction were not disclosed, the agreement reportedly values SimpliSafe, with two million customers, at about $1 billion.
As consumers become more accustomed to the affordability and flexibility of DIY security systems, now may be a good time to review your strategy.
Telular’s Shawn Welsh explains why life safety and peace of mind still plays such an important role in marketing and selling residential security systems in today’s fast-evolving smart home and IoT marketplace.
A new report by Imperial Capital’s Saliq Khan, based on a conversation with ADT’s vice president of emerging markets strategy, considers the rise of subscription models for smart objects and connected devices in homes.