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The Week in Playback: 5 Major News Stories from the Smart Home and AV Industry

CE Pro takes a look through all the news static throughout the week to find the stories and discussions affecting the custom integration industry.

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Parasitic Smart Locks: August and Nest/Yale Sponge Power off Doorbells

August and Nest/Yale employ low-energy home-automation protocols (Bluetooth LE and Thread/Weave) for their door locks, connecting to the home network via Wi-Fi-enabled video doorbells powered over wire.

News March 21

Automated Business Practices: Is It On Your Radar?

ConnectWise offers a suite of software solutions to help your business run like a well-oiled machine.

Custom Home Builder: Differentiate with Smart-Home Tech, But Keep it Simple

TDI Homes in Arlington, Va., advises simplicity in installation, interface, form factor. Standardizes on VSSL multiroom audio systems, with Control4 and Leviton control for security and home automation.

News March 20

Leon Horizon Interactive FIT Soundbar Offers Built-in Storage Capabilities

The new Leon Horizon Interactive Fit soundbar is an audio solution that integrators can use for residential and commercial sound system installations.

News March 20

Rachio Launches Voice-Controlled Wireless Smart Sprinkler System

Backed by $10M from Amazon Alexa fund, voice-controlled Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller pairs with 'first-ever' residential wireless flow meter for app-based smart home irrigation control.

News March 20

Four Key Things to Look for When Selecting a True Smart Light Switch

Demand for smart lighting solutions is on the rise, making it essential for electricians and installers to build these products into their offering. With so many options available, how can…

ProSource: ‘We’re Two Years Ahead of Everyone Else’ in Remote Managed Services

The ProSource buying group is pushing lighting control and remote managed services as new opportunities for home-technology integrators, adding OneVision, Parasol, SnapAV's OvrC, Coastal Source and Colorbeam to its roster…

News March 19

Chromis Fiberoptics Targets Resi Market with Plastic Optical Fiber

Long-time OEM Chromis Fiberoptics moves to the forefront with its own branded GigaPOF active optical cables with tight bend radius and 100lb pull strength.

News March 19