CES 2017: How ADT convinced Amazon to allow voice-based disarming for security; also, new ADT Canopy security partners revealed, including LG Smart Security, powered by Zonoff.

Somfy recommits to home-automation business with acquisition of MyFox (New Somfy Protect at CES 2017) and Okidokeys, plus the launch of three new smart-home hubs, including Tahoma remake.

What can you do with zero budget restrictions? Rich AV Design says the sky's the limit on this New York smart home automation project that included Lutron lighting, Savant control, Access Networks and remote monitoring.

More security dealers added home automation and smart home devices to their repertoire in 2016 than any other product category, reports Parks Associates and Security Sales & Integration.

Metra Home Theater's surveillance system includes Spyclops Wireless Bullet Cameras, power supplies, a range-extending antenna and a mouse to facilitate installations.

Dealers are still trying to figure out the magic formula for earning customers’ monthly dollars (RMR), while manufacturers arm them with more networking tools and features like parental controls, cyber security and home automation.