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The 2GIG EDGE Security and Automation Panel's design is thin, “modern and sleek” with a bright, high resolution. Itl has been upgraded to a new “intuitive” user interface and a secure platform that not only supports encrypted sensors, which help eliminate system hacks and prevent account take-overs, but provides a hands-free disarm for added convenience.

Nortek Control Reveals Anticipated 2GIG EDGE Panel

March 10, 2021 Control
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Nortek Control has launched the 2GIG® EDGE™ Security and Automation Panel, with, reportedly, the industry’s first secure face recognition touchless disarm. The 2GIG EDGE Security and Automation Panel, which was named CTA 2021 Security and Surveillance Product of the Year Mark of Excellence Award, was developed to be the “center of today’s smart home, making it compatible with a broad array of home technologies and products,” Nortek explained. The company reports that it has made the panel “seamless” to connect to other cameras in and around the home while also providing the ability to view video “in real time from up to eight different camera feeds.”

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Crestron Electronics and Origin Acoustics have partnered to produce a lineup of in-wall, in-ceiling, and landscape speakers.

Crestron, Origin Acoustics Partner for New Product Line

March 8, 2021 Control
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Home Automation giant, Crestron Electronics, and loudspeaker/electronics manufacturer, Origin Acoustics, have partnered to produce a line of in-wall, in-ceiling, and landscape speakers. There are two distinct performance tiers that distinguish the new line of Crestron Speakers made by Origin Acoustics: Reference and Ultimate. Crestron also is introducing the DM NAX™ matrix/amplifier and streaming music player for high-performance audio-over-IP and native integration with Crestron Home™.

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Swidget's outlets and switches are installed “smart ready.” They function as regular wiring devices until they are paired with a Swidget smart Inserts.

Swidget Recognized By NAHB

March 5, 2021 Smart Home
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Swidget serves the technology, HVAC, and home building industries. It provides solutions for health and wellness; energy savings and conservation; and safety and security, it said in a statement. The company’s outlets and switches are installed “smart ready.” They function as regular wiring devices until they are paired with a Swidget smart Inserts.Swidget was named Technology/Educational Service of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders.

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Azione Unlimited has recognized members who, within a challenging year, were able to achieve success.

Azione Unlimited Embarks On “Better Than Best” 2021

March 4, 2021 Buying Groups
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Azione Unlimited unveils 2021 slogan, “Better Than Best,” which, according to the association, “signifies the Smart Home Association’s drive to stand out as thought leaders in the custom integration industry, providing deeper value for its members, and making them more profitable.”
Azione Unlimited has recognized members who, within a challenging year, were able to achieve success with “Monstrous Growth,” “Business Doubler” and “Business Tripler” awards.

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The Custom Integrator Program from Hunter Douglas supports integrators in specifying automated window treatment solutions such as the new PowerView+™ hardwired automated shade.

Milestone Achieved for Hunter Douglas CI Program

March 2, 2021 Smart Home
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Hunter Douglas is celebrating the milestone of 300 home technology integration professionals as part of its Custom Integrator Program. Integrators in the CIP receive technical training and sales support to help drive new business in the custom window treatment category. Members also have access to design options and shade styles compatible with PowerView Automation and the new PowerView+, including the Designer Roller Shades, Silhouette® Window Shadings, Duette® Honeycomb Shades, plus to other products.

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