14 Winter 2019 By Rhys Lee mart home technology has come a long way since “The Clapper.” In the last 20 years, basic home light controls have evolved to voice-activated options that were fantastic ideas in Hollywood movies. In the beginning, smart home tech seemed like a novelty that was trying to fill a need that consumers didn’t know they had. Today, some systems enable homeowners to integrate controls for lighting, temperature, door locks, window treatments and alarm systems into one package. In a perfect world, these smart systems would be controlled through a single app on a phone and through voice commands. The ideal setup would allow for greater connectivity between different areas of a home and between the homeowners and their houses. There are home automation vendors that can consolidate the numerous different controls into one application for the phone or tablet for the user. All-controlling voice-activated systems are constantly evolving, increasing their compatibility with different hardware manufacturers. However, as with anything new and cutting-edge, there’s a period in which people have to become comfortable with bringing new technological solutions into their everyday lives. Dan Pena of Digital Home Lifestyles noted some of the challenges people experience during this process. Smart Home Rise of the Integrated management systems now talk to you and each other With so many tech options, the consumers can get a little overwhelmed. It can be stressful with the learning curve for non-tech savvy people.” 50,000 affluent readers are waiting to discover you. Favorite Spaces • PAGE 4 D I S T I N C T I V E H O M E S I N A D I S T I N G U I S H E D C O M M U N I T Y COPENHAVER KEEP NATURE’S GRACE ICELANDIC PRECISION With the real estate and remodeling business going strong, it’s the ideal time to advertise your business to Arcadia homeowners. SPRING Release date: March 1 2020 Home & Design Guide · Special pull-out section in Arcadia News . · Featuring home-related content and advertising. · A go-to guide for Arcadia’s discriminating homeowners. · Prices as low as $545. Contact Roni Mier at roni@arcadianews.com or 602-840-6379. Don’t forget! The deadline is: Friday, February 14 at Noon

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