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What are the best smart home upgrades to add value to your dwelling? Read on.

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5 Best Smart Technology Upgrades to Boost the Value of Your Home

Smart homes are becoming a more affordable reality for many Americans. According to statistics firm Statista, the smart home market is expected to grow by 12 percent annually to reach a market value of $43.7 billion by 2023, which is nearly double its current market…

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6 August 2019

The August Smart Lock Pro. Image: August Home/ASSA ABLOY.

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Infographic: 12 Smart Home Tech Startups That Changed Our Lives

What would we do these days without smart tech? With no Google Maps to tell us where to go and no Siri to answer our every question? Many of us can remember a time before smartphones, but most college-aged kids today have never experienced the…

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27 June 2019

Yale Assure Lock SL YRD256. Image: ASSA ABLOY/Yale.

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5 Smart Door Locks to Buy in 2019

Smart locks prevent you from fumbling with physical keys and can also allow you to grant temporary access to someone such as a house sitter or delivery person. But, the market is growing, and it can be difficult to determine which one to buy. This…

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13 February 2019

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Deals on Our Favorite Smart Home Gadgets

So you missed out on the best Black Friday deals. No big deal. Just sit back and tap away at these Cyber Week deals on smart home products from Amazon we have tested, purchased, and continue to use each and every day. You can't go…

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25 November 2018

Put your mind at ease while on vacation by gearing up with the right smart home tech. Image: Vinicius Amano on Unsplash.

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8 Connected Home Gadgets for a Stress-Free Vacation

Smart home devices aren't just for when you're actually at home. They can be just as useful when you're away, and are a sure-fire way to contribute to a stress-free vacation. Here are eight gadgets for your connected home that will help you check in…

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15 November 2018

Just in time for Halloween: August Home brings new Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and IFTTT skills to its smart locks and doorbells. Image: August Home.

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August Enables More Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, IFTTT Skills

Adding to a repertoire of voice commands for its smart door locks, August Home has added a smart unlock feature for the Google Assistant. Designed to work with the August Smart Lock and Smart Lock Pro, the new integration pairs a voice command with a…

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30 October 2018

The Yale Assure Locks - Connected by August line of smart locks integrates Yale touch-screen smart locks with the August app. Image: Yale and August Home.

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Yale Connects Its Assure Smart Locks with August App

The first visible fruits of ASSA ABLOY’s acquisition of Silicon Valley smart lock maker August Home in 2017 have reached market, in the form of a new line of locks branded as Yale Assure Locks - Connected by August. Yale, a long-time member of the…

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25 September 2018

Locky brings smart features to conventional door locksets by enveloping your key with a hi-tech housing. Image: Locky.

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Locky Adds Smart Safety to Dumb Door Locks

One of the caveats of converting your home into a “smart” space is that you essentially have to replace the devices, items, and components you have already invested in with updated tech. So, for example, if you want to install a smart lock on one…

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12 September 2018

Smart door locks offer keyless entry and added safety for your home. Image: August Home.

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4 Key Smart Home Safety Features to Invest In

If you’re just starting to entertain the idea of installing smart security devices in your home, remember that these devices can sometimes carry a hefty up-front cost. It’s helpful to think about them as long-term investments—in your safety and in your finances.  Besides making your…

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31 July 2018

Kebony cladding on home in Lithuania. Image: Arches

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5 exterior ideas and solutions for a smarter house

Your home’s exterior not only has a significant impact on its value, but also serves as a first impression for visitors. Careful exterior design choices can also give you a sense of pride and enhance your experience as a homeowner. However, aesthetics aren't the only…

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17 October 2017