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At Last, Just-Add-Power HD-over-IP Integrates with Savant Home Automation

Just-Add-Power's popular HDMI-over-IP systems now work with Savant smart-home systems without complex programming, thanks to free online tool from BlackWire Designs.

Mar 10, 2017

Exclusive: How Comcast Will Use Icontrol to Dominate Security, Home Automation Market

Comcast’s Dan Herscovici on the acquisition of Icontrol: new smart-home roadmap, a wholesale offering to other providers, thoughts on DIY, integration with TV and voice controls, IoT center in Austin, TX ... and more.

Mar 09, 2017

Dallas High Rise Cures Electrical Issues with Torus Power

Elliston Systems & Design employs components from Torus Power to solve voltage issues at The Residences at the Stoneleigh.

Mar 09, 2017

Alarm.com and Comcast Close Icontrol Acquisition: What Now?

Icontrol, a pioneer in cloud-based security and home automation, has been acquired by Alarm.com and Comcast, despite antitrust concerns. Here's what could be in store for the players and the SHaaS (smart home as a service) landscape.

Mar 09, 2017

Lessons From Amazon’s Smart Home Consultations

Two sharp guys from Amazon Home Services came to my home, analyzed my Wi-Fi, got my thermostat online, demonstrated Fire TV and made smart-home recommendations ... for free.

Mar 06, 2017

Why Crestron’s New Fee for Lutron and Vantage Integration Makes Sense

Here's how hard Crestron works to fix building- and home-automation problems with third-party subsystems.

Mar 03, 2017