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Johnson Controls Named Overall Leader for its Smart Building Management Platform

April 9, 2024

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Johnson Controls was named the overall leader for its smart building management platform in the Smart Building Management Platforms competitive assessment, conducted by ABI Research, a global technology intelligence firm. Researchers assessed the Johnson Controls OpenBlue ecosystem of connected technologies and services, scoring it highest in implementation among nine other platform providers. The findings were reconfirmed in ABI Research’s 55 Technology Leaders To Watch In 2024 report. “Buildings contribute nearly 40% of global emissions and new levels of efficiency and sustainability can only […]

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Mindware to distribute Ring’s DIY home security devices

October 18, 2022

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Home security company Ring has signed a distribution agreement with leading value-added IT distributor and service provider, Mindware. The collaboration with the UAE-based IT distributor will see greater availability of Ring’s DIY home security devices across the UAE and wider Gulf region. The collaboration will support the company in maintaining a strong presence with resellers and professional installers. This will enable greater engagement with key channel stakeholders, through regular touchpoints and in-depth product training. Ring provides reliable, easy to install […]

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Tips to keep your smart home devices secure

March 11, 2022

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Check Point Software Technologies has seven tips to keep your smart home devices out of the hands of hackers. In an increasingly connected world, it would be hard to find a home that doesn’t have some sort of smart device.

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Networking

Samsung and CommScope to offer smart homes solutions

March 8, 2022

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As alarm systems, thermostats, air conditioners and other home devices become increasingly connected, the next generation of residents are seeking to drive value and convenience by creating a tailored, technology-enabled environmental experience in their homes.

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Networking

Huawei launches new mesh routers for smart homes

December 15, 2021

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Huawei recently announced the HUAWEI WiFi Mesh 3 and HUAWEI WiFi Mesh 7, further expanding its product portfolio for mesh routers. Available in two packages, the new Huawei smart mesh routers provide blazing-fast Wi-Fi 6 Plus connection speeds for up to 250 devices

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Access & Identity

Ring launches its new Video Doorbell Wired

July 14, 2021

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Ring today announced Video Doorbell Wired, its smallest doorbell yet. Video Doorbell Wired packs a punch in a slim design with robust features such as HD video, two-way audio, live view, Advanced Motion Detection, Customizable Privacy Zones, and more. Customers can now buy the smallest Video Doorbell Wired from Amazon.ae in the UAE.

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Hikvision introduces All-in-one device for convergent security solutions

July 7, 2021

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Hikvision has introduced its All-in-one Indoor Station product, a tablet device for converging security solutions in homes and offices. With the intelligent indoor station as the management center, users now can enjoy simple control and flexible linkage among various Hikvision devices,

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Hitches & Glitches inroduces Israeli smart home solutions in the UAE

June 28, 2021

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Dubai-based home maintenance specialist, Hitches & Glitches (H&G), part of the Farnek Group, has signed an exclusive agreement with Israeli smart home solutions company SwitchBee to sell, distribute and install SwitchBee products throughout the UAE.

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Dahua enables smart living with its intelligent residential solution

May 17, 2021

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Dahua Technology is promoting the core concept of “technological innovation leads smart living”, the Dahua Intelligent Residential Solution aims to achieve smart security, smart living and smart property management by utilizing a combination of cutting-edge technologies.

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Leviton launches 2nd Gen of Decora Smart Wi-Fi lighting controls

April 29, 2021

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Leviton has expanded the compatibility and functionality of its award-winning Decora Smart Wi-Fi lighting control portfolio with the launch of Decora Smart Wi-Fi 2nd Gen.

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Articles

How to avoid ‘data paparazzi’ in a Smart Home

January 20, 2021

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The paparazzi are known for often taking covert photographs of celebrities and selling them to tabloids or gossip magazines. In a similar vein, could the increasing number of smart, connected devices coming into our lives start acting like covert “data paparazzi”? And what can we do to avoid it? Find out here.

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Expert Corner

5 ways to secure your connected devices

October 6, 2020

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Amer Owaida, Security Writer at ESET highlights that as we steadily adopt smart devices into our lives, we shouldn’t forget about keeping them secured and our data protected. He further explains how to secure your connected devices.

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