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Hamilton Captel creates unique telephones with a built-in LCD that displays real-time captions of the person on the other end of the call, as well as the Hamilton Mobile CapTel mobile application that adds the same real-time caption technology to user’s smartphones. Hamilton Captel Captioned Telephones allow individuals with hearing loss to stay connected with those who mean the most to them and at the same time be able to communicate with services and any other individuals who call without having to struggle to understand. Their innovative captioned telephone technology is a game-changer for seniors and loved ones with hearing loss because users will be able to have conversations with ease, clarity, and without missing a single word.

Lithe Audio delivers high-definition sound to a whole home audio system through wireless audio streaming technology. As a leader in the home audio entertainment market, Lithe Audio creates innovative speakers and streaming devices that combine a touch of elegance with multiple connectivity options that allow the creation of surround sound home theater or multi-room audio setups. What separates Lithe Audio's speakers from the competition is their all-in-one design which includes built-in amplifiers and wireless Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity. These design features allow for easier installations with less cable-clutter by using existing wiring and eliminating the need for external amplifiers. Their Bluetooth and Wi-Fi compatibility make Lithe Audio speakers perfect for wireless streaming purposes, whether you want to stream music from any major music streaming service across your home or play your favorite podcast throughout your home from a single audio zone.

Home Controls is here to help with its updated guide to find the right smart home hub for your home.

Ezlo now offers Ezlo Protect, a cloud-to-ground security solution for homeowners and business owners to manage a complete smart security and automation system.

Matter is a new wireless communication standard within the smart home industry that delivers unprecedented interoperability between wireless protocols and smart assistant ecosystems.

Thread is a mesh network wireless protocol specifically designed for Internet of Things and Matter compatible devices, allowing for interoperability between previously incompatible devices.

Autoslide, creator of automatic door opening systems for sliding and swing doors, has partnered with smart lock companies Yale and August to create a unique smart door experience for your home or business.

Flic 2 Bluetooth smart buttons control thousands of devices and services with a push of a button.

Home automation can be an expensive investment to venture into depending on the scale and features of your desired smart home. While converting light switches or daily used appliances into smart devices can be achieved with a single purchase of less than $100 dollars, automating window or drapery opening systems can cost upwards of $1000 dollars for both the necessary devices and installation. This disparity in affordable smart home devices creates gaps in smart home systems, which can prevent users from increasing their quality of life or improving accessibility within their home. Drapery and window opening systems are a prime example of prohibitive costs of entry, until the RYSE SmartShade.

Home Controls now carries the OEM Systems Mainstation, an all-in-one touchscreen home audio receiver and entertainment controller.

Staying online and connected is the new normal in modern society, whether staying up to date through social media or when checking in on your front door or pets via a live video feed streaming to your smartphone. Smart home and smart security devices also benefit from remote monitoring and configuration through wired or wireless connections to your Internet network. But not every electronic device in your home is capable of connecting to the Internet.

Communication is important, especially so when it comes to assembling a smart home or smart security network. You need your devices to be able to communicate with each other, and so this blog is here to help you understand the different types of communication methods used throughout the automation and security industry.

Feeling safe with the assurance that our personal belongings are secure in our homes may be something we rarely think about. When we leave our homes, we tend to focus only on locking the front door, while forgetting at times that windows are left open, garage and back doors are left unlocked, and the trees and bushes along the house have not been trimmed, leaving plenty of places for burglars to hide. Why do we do such things?

Your home is your sanctuary and you should feel safe in it, but after the sun goes down there are opportunities for burglars or unwanted intruders to hide in the dark areas of your property, leaving your home at risk for a potential break-in. One way to help keep that from happening is to add motion detector lights to your property because it’s a great way to enhance your home security all while improving your home automation.

Using a Z-Wave controller is a great way to automate many of the functions in your home. It is also among the most popular. There are many devices from multiple manufacturers available that allow you to control lighting, temperature, security, IP cameras, door locks and notifications.

There’s never been a better time to upgrade your home into a smart home. But what smart device should I get first? We've assembled a few Wi-Fi devices to help you choose.

Compatibility between devices is a top priority to consider when creating a home automation or security system. Many manufacturers either focus on centering all of their devices onto a single communication protocol, while others make sure that their system hubs and controllers can command devices that use various different frequencies. Ecolink takes a different approach by creating multiple versions of a single device that each utilize different communication protocols, ensuring that their products can fill in the gaps of any growing smart home or smart security system.