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Preorders Open For abode Outdoor Smart Camera
Enhancements to video performance and all-new video services announced for all abode customers
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Audio
Forget HomePod Mini — The Standard HomePod Is Getting This Huge Upgrade
You'll be able to enjoy home cinema sound by connecting your HomePod to an Apple TV 4K
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Epic Mesh From Luxul Now Available
Wireless mesh solution provides quick and easy installation for integrators
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The New Arlo Ultra 2 Security Camera Can Record 4K Footage For Six Months Straight
The Arlo Pro 4 and Arlo Ultra 2 are taking on Ring and all the rest
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Comcast Releases Second-Gen xFi Pods With Up To 2X Speeds
Devices create wall-to-wall mesh network for whole home coverage
Accessories
A Healthy Market For Wellness
With Covid-19 shining a light on health and longevity, the health and wellness market looks stronger than ever.
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All The New Amazon Products: Echo, Fire TV, Eero, Ring, Luna Gaming And More
Here's all the new Amazon products and services announced
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Samsung Maintains U.S. Market Share Lead In Smart TV At 32%
Latest Statista data shows TCL surpassing Vizio for the No. 2 position
Blogs
What Does The Smart Home Industry Look Like In 2020?
Insight from the recently released Z-Wave State of the Ecosystem 2020 Report.
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Amazon Is Set To Launch New Echo And Alexa Devices On September 24
"Alexa, set a reminder"
Distributors
PureTech Alliance, Google Nest To Partner In Pro Channel
PureTech team to support and sell Google Nest to the CI channel across 50 US States
Industry
CEDIA Expo 2020: Josh.ai Debuts New Fiji OS, Integrations And Features
New features include Natural Language Scene Editor and universal cable control
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Control4 Now Compatible With August Smart Locks
August joins Philips Hue and Savant
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Amazon Just Turned Alexa Into A Real Phone — But There’s A Catch
AT&T calling with Alexa is a new kind of convenience.
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Zigbee Alliance Updates Progress Of “Project Connected Home Over Ip”
Zigbee Alliance outlines the exciting growth of the Project and offers a newly detailed architectural stack diagram for the open standard
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Lutron Announces Integration With Ring
Lutron-controlled lights can now be activated by linked Ring devices, providing an opportunity for increased lighting control sales to existing Ring customers.
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Josh.ai Chooses Orion Integrated Systems For Representation In Florida
Orion to provide training and product for the natural-voice control system.
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Top 10 Smart Home Devices That Work With Amazon Alexa 2020
Our top recommendations for the best Alexa compatible devices
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Building A Smart Home: How To Get Started
If you want to make your home smart, where do you even start? Let’s learn more about the best smart home systems.
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How To Download Skills For Amazon Alexa
A quick guide to getting the skills your Alexa needs
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How To Use Drop In With Your Amazon Echo, Dot or Amazon Show
Drop In is a great way to stay in touch with your family and friends - as long as they have a compatible Amazon...
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Smart Home Beginner DIY Guide
Constructing your own DIY smart home system starts with one or two smart devices
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How To Choose A Smart Home System
You may start your smart home with one or two devices, but eventually you’ll want to expand
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Smart Home Systems: What To Look For
Basic features, compatibility and functionality
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What Is A Smart Home?
The devices and systems that help make your home and technological haven
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Z-Wave Alliance Announces Non-Profit Incorporation Completed
Formalizes standards development organization and announces 7 founding members
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Josh.ai Expands Its National Representation With Strateres Group
Strateres will offer local support and system design assistance for the home control system.
Appliances
Midea U Smart Air Conditioner – Tom’s Guide Expert Review
The Midea U smart air conditioner saved my marriage
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ADT, Google Partner To Create Next-Gen Smart Home Security Offerings
Google to invest $450 million to acquire 6.6% ownership in ADT
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Hunter Douglas Introduces New Rechargeable Battery Wand
The sustainable battery solution for PowerView automated window treatments is easy to add, remove, and recharge.
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Z-Wave Alliance Releases 2020 State Of The Ecosystem Report
The 2020 report collects data and insight from experts on smart home and connected technology, across the globe
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Hunter Douglas Launches PowerView+ And PowerView AC Systems
Adds hardwired shades for applications ranging from home theaters to expansive window banks.
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Vivint Smart Home Now Works With myQ For Smart Garage Control
Integrating myQ technology with Vivint’s comprehensive smart home system makes it easy to give secure access to visitors and package deliveries.
Blogs
Driving Productivity For Remote Work With Smart Shading
COVID-19 sparked an evolution as we rapidly shifted to working from home
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ASSA ABLOY Joins Zigbee Alliance Board Of Directors
Hardware company is already an active member in the Connected Home over IP project within the Alliance
Buying Groups
Josh.ai Joins First Buying Group With Azione Unlimited
Josh.ai proudly extends its industry presence through Azione’s established network of home technology professionals.
Audio
Google Assistant To Work With More Soundbars, Wireless Speakers And AV Receivers
Google Assistant goes for home entertainment domination
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Savant Systems, Inc. Completes Acquisition of GE Lighting
New name will be “GE Lighting, a Savant company”
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Sonos To Layoff 12% Of Workforce Amid Apple Buyout Rumor
Could Apple really buy Sonos?