Security
Numera Offers Five New Monitoring Service Providers
Expands market for the Libris 2 mobile personal emergency response, fall detection solution.
Security
Security
New Video Doorbell from ELAN
Video Doorbell leverages IntelliVision video analytics and fully integrates with ELAN surveillance.
Security
BOSMA Seeks Funding for Sentry Smart Video Doorbell
Modular video doorbell includes add-on modules such as floodlight, fingerprint, gateway, and weather sensor.
Blogs
Eight Reasons Why Parents Make the Best Smart Lock Customers
Why parents need to be made aware of smart lock benefits.
Security
VIVOTEK Debuts Three H.265 180-Degree Panoramic and Multi-Sensor Cameras
Each is specially designed for versatile applications with different numbers of sensors, vertical fields of view (FOV), and IR distances.
Security
IntelliVision Releases AI-Based Audio Analytics Library for Smart Cameras
Deep learning used to detect and classify common audio events.
Security
Kwikset Smart Connected Locks Integrate with Control4
New adaptations of Obsidian and Smartcode 916 created to meet needs of Control4 customer base.
Security
Brilliant and Schlage Announce Integration for Seamless Smart Home Control
Brilliant and Schlage collaboration allows smart home integrators, builders, and end-users more control with smart home offerings.
Security
VIVOTEK USA Features New Panoramic Network Camera at 2019 CEDIA Expo
The camera is offers 180-degree views and includes Trend Micro IoT cybersecurity.
Security
Clare Announces Integration with Autonomic from SnapAV
Also announces Amazon Security skill, support for August, Danalock, and more.
Security
abode Systems Keypad Gets a Redesign
Smart home security company also announces its professional monitoring expands to Canada.
Security
Kwikset Introduces Iron Black Finish to Smart Connected Locks
Contemporary SmartCode 914 and 916 are first Kwikset locks to feature the new finish.
Technology
2GIG New eSeries Security and Control Ecosystem
Introduction includes new 2GIG GC2e and GC3e security panels and a new line of encrypted sensors.
Technology
Baldwin Introduces Evolved and TouchScreen Luxury Smart Locks
Smart home convenience stylized in a luxury lock.
News
New CEDIA White Paper Targets In-Home Network Security
"Securing the Residential Network" covers topics such as information security, securing the LAN, and more.
Technology
IntelliVision Awarded Patent for Scalable Video Cloud Services
System provides reliability, security, and scalability for real-time viewing and analytics-based monitoring in multi-million-camera networks.
Security
SnapAV Enters a Strategic Alliance with Clare; Relaunch Rewards Program
SnapAV is now the exclusive source for Clare product; relaunch Hoy Snap Partner Rewards program.
Security
Access Networks Provides Cybersecurity Solutions from Sophos
Access Networks and Sophos join forces to deliver enterprise-grade networking solutions.
Technology
Sencentric Introduces SimpleSENCE WiFi Water Leak/Freeze Sensor
Alerts users through their smartphones and also with an onboard siren.
Technology
ELAN Launches New Software Update
Update features enhanced surveillance camera support and advanced video analytics.
From the Field
Getting Secure in Security
Todd Sandler of Kansas City’s Naturally Wired tells how he introduced security into his AV business, and how it has evolved since.
Technology
New 4K Security DVR from Lorex Technology
Series comes in bundles that align with the size of the installation.
Technology
IntelliVision Launches Video Analytics Channel Partner Program
IntelliVision platform enables integrators to add video analytics to new and existing security camera systems.
Technology
Research: 57% of Current U.S. Home Security Subscribers Have Interactive Services
Parks Associates research examines new product and service opportunities in residential security market.
Technology
New Report Focuses on Smart Home Security Concerns
New Parks Associates industry report says 32 percent of U.S. broadband households will not purchase a smart home device due to security and privacy...
Blogs
Hands On With The Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Plus
Another step closer to the convergence of security and home automation.
News
Nortek Security & Control Names Leader of Newly Combined Security and Access Control Teams
Industry veteran Quinto Petrucci has been appointed vice president of product management.
From the Field
Perception of Doors
Smart locks and doorbells provide an entryway (pun intended) to home automation services.
Technology
abode Debuts CUE Automation Engine for Enhanced Customization
The latest abode software release includes CUE, which lets users create, edit, and manage the abode automations in their home.
Technology
2GIG Launches Smart Areas for Security Panel Partitioning
Latest firmware update increases flexibility by adding the ability to lock down certain parts of the system, leaving others disarmed.
Technology
Linear Launches BluePass Mobile Credentials Ecosystem
Nortek Security & Control (NSC) has announced it is now shipping the new Linear BluePass, a credential management ecosystem that combines smart device-based electronic...
Technology
Garage Doors Get Smart with Marantec America and Home8
Marantec America to offer Home8 video-verified garage door system for remote control and access.
Security
Ten Cybersecurity Smart Home Tips
In celebration (?) of “Hacktober” – cybersecurity awareness month.
Security
Savant Introduces Integrated Entry Solutions
Savant integrated entry solutions allow for live video communication and control from anywhere in the world from inside Savant’s Pro App.
Technology
Smado Smart and Self-Opening Door System Seeks Investors
Utilizing Bluetooth and WiFi, Smado provides a connected smart door opening system that fits over existing locks.
Security
Review: Kwikset SmartCode 888 Electronic Deadbolt
Integrating a modern smart lock with a control system opens some really cool and exciting automation opportunities.
Blogs
Hands On With Alarm.com’s 8-Channel Stream Video Recorder with HDMI Output
This small appliance plugs into your local area network and records eight channels worth of HD video to its own hard drive.
Technology
New H.265 HD PoE+ NVRs from TRENDnet
TRENDnet is introducing its first H.265 HD PoE+ NVRs with support for 4K UHD camera channels at CEDIA.
Technology
Case Study: Smart Home from Scratch
Why one home builder chose to integrate Z-Wave in their homes.
Technology
Case Study: Protecting the Ranch
2GIG adds enhanced safety and security to traditional Texas ranch.
Technology
IntelliVision Adds Cloud Service to its In-Camera and On-Server Face Recognition
IntelliVision Technologies Corp., now part of Nortek Security & Control LLC (NSC), has announced that the latest version of its facial recognition technology now...
Internet of Things
Control4 Releases Intercom Anywhere
Intercom Anywhere lets homeowners talk with anyone at the front door and activate a home automation scene with the touch of a button from...
Security
igloohome Introduces Smart Deadbolt 2S and Smart Keybox 2
igloohome has announced two new products – Deadbolt 2S Smart Lock and Smart Keybox 2.
Technology
Vicon Releases VAX Access Control Version 2.9.60
This latest VAX version includes feature enhancements to software as well as new hardware options that offer cost savings and programming flexibility.