What Happens When Amazon Acquires a ‘Real’ Security Company Like Vivint, Guardian or Brink’s?
Acquiring a national alarm company could help Amazon increase recurring monthly revenue (RMR), but also pave the way…
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CEDIA’s Amazon Referral Program Has Tepid Reaction
In 2017, CEDIA announced the Amazon Home Technology Pro Engagement Program, but it appears that integrators have been…
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That HUGE Story on Secretive ‘Amazon Home Security Services’
CE Pro's Julie Jacobson conjures up "the big story" on new Amazon Smart Security Services, including an army…
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Smart Home Pros Kill ‘em with Coddling, when Customers Just Want Convenience
All those rich people who purchase smart-home systems and big TVs on Amazon ... are they "not your…
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Who ‘Owns’ Doorbell Camera Surveillance Video? (and 4 Other Legal Questions)
With the proliferation of front door camera systems such as Ring, Nest Hello and others, the liability and…
News March 28
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…
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ADT Reports $4.3B in 2017 Revenue, Possible Amazon Partnership
ADT credits marketing and installation efficiencies for 4% revenue gain. Breakeven point per subsidized installation cut to 2.5…
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The Uberization of Smart Home Services: Julie Jacobson’s ‘CEDIA Talk’ at ISE 2018
Video: CE Pro’s Julie Jacobson presents a 30-minute "CEDIA Talk" during ISE 2018, encouraging integrators to embrace some…
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Consumer Audio Needs a ‘Shot of Youth’: Lessons from Millennial Marketers
With Baby Boomers re-prioritizing their spending, the high-performance audio industry needs to appeal to younger audiences. Millennials (and…
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