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RTI Marks 25th Anniversary with Special Edition T3x Flagship Remote Control

RTI's 25th anniversary edition T3x flagship remote features a matte-white finish that distinguishes the remote from the standard…

News October 20
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Great News for Pros: Home Automation is More Confusing than Ever

Home automation, networking and security have never been more confusing, thanks to an onslaught of DIY products like…

News October 20
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Amazon’s Decision on ZigBee vs. Z-Wave Makes No Sense

Julie Jacobson and Avi Rosenthal wonder why Amazon chose ZigBee for Echo Plus home-automation hub, when Z-Wave is…

News October 17
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Google, Nest Share Vision for Home-Technology Pros

At CEDIA 2017, Google and Nest product managers Mark Spates and Mike Soucie discuss smart-home products, protocols and…

News October 17
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Congress Aims to Exempt Security from No-Load Power Requirements

Power and Security Systems (PASS) Act is moving through U.S. Congress to exempt no-load power energy use restrictions…

News October 17
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3 Big Trends in Security & Home Automation

The security and home-automation industries grapple with new technologies and business models today and in the near future…

News October 16
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Mental Health Benefits of Owning a Smart Home

Smart homes and home automation systems satisfy neurological, physiological and psychological instincts in humans, including stress reduction and…

News October 16
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Amazon’s New Custom Smart-Home Service: Who Cares if They’re ‘Sincere’?

Countering the Amazon-bashing, Julie Jacobson says new CEDIA program may or may not work, but don't dismiss it…

News October 16
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CEDIA Dealers Shouldn’t Trust Amazon as Smart-Home Partner, Says Industry Veteran

Smart-home pros would be 'foolhardy' to trust Amazon's intentions in launching 'Custom Home Services' for CEDIA-certified installers.

News October 13
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Amazon Details ‘Custom Home Service’ Featuring CEDIA Smart Home Pros

Amazon brings vast consumer awareness to smart home automation, along with a lead referral program and open API.

News October 12
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