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  • Home Security for the Mid-West

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    Admin
    14 May 2012 | 5:28 pm
    When you hear about high-crime areas in the United States, you might think of Detroit or Los Angeles or any number of big cities on either the east or west side of the country. Your mind does not probably automatically conjure up the cities in the mid-west. However, just because you live in the middle of the country does not mean you can let up on home security. For example, in Omaha, Nebraska, even though the violent crime rate was lower than the national violent crime rate in 2009, the property crime rate was higher than the national property crime rate. In fact, there were 49,614 property…

  • Sonos Dealers Sign NDA - Is This What's Coming Next?

    Automated Home
    15 May 2012 | 2:05 am
    It's almost seven years ago that we first tried the Sonos system and gave it our coveted 'Top Tech' award. Since then it's only grown in our affection and got more affordable too with the latest Play:3. We heard last month that Sonos are going to announce something new to their dealers in the next week or two. So what could it be? Here are some thoughts on what Sonos may have in store for us...

  • Ready to go Green this Earth Day? Check out this 30 Piece Home Energy-Saving Kit!

    Home Automation Geek
    Mel
    20 Apr 2012 | 2:56 pm
    Earth Day 2012 is almost here (it’s Sunday, April 22, 2012) and to wrap up this week’s posts honoring going green to save some green, as well as to help our planet, I wanted to share some eco-friendly deals I came across for a 30 Piece DIY Home Energy-Saving Kit and a Portable Solar and USB Mobile Device Charger (tying right in to my posts earlier this week on solar power, now you can harness some of the sun’s energy to power your own gadgets!) The 30 Piece Kit includes: One wall-mountable, low-flow Spoiler 2.0 GPM white showerhead with pause feature One package of Teflon…

  • HAI Snap-Link Mobile Now Features Remote Control for Audio & Video

    Home Controls Blog
    Home Controls
    8 May 2012 | 3:18 pm
    HAI (Home Automation, Inc.) announced that the iTunes store now features version 1.07 of Snap-Link Mobile that includes the ability to remotely control audio/video equipment when used in conjunction with an HAI Home Theater Extender (HTX2). The HTX2 (HAI part number 86A00-2) allows for audio/video control using iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch (iOS devices) integrated with HAI’s Snap-Link Mobile application and an HAI home control system. Additionally, HAI’s free HTX2 Mobile Designer software allows for the creation and/or customization of GUI (Graphical User Interface) “remote…

  • With an INSTEON controller you can control your home from anywhere!

    The Official Smarthome Blog - All Things Home Automation » INSTEON
    jaolvera
    5 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    The SmartLinc is an affordable web-based controller that is perfect for controlling your home’s temperature, lighting, and appliances from wherever you are at. You can use any web-enabled device, such as your iPhone, iPad, Android, or laptop computer. You don’t have to worry about your house being too hot this summer when you get home from work. Instead, use the Smart-Linc to set the temperature before you arrive, that way you get home to a nice, cool home! Get it now before the hot summer months begin, and right now it is only $99.99. Not sure if it’s for you yet? Check out…
 
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  • 90 Million Homes Worldwide Will Employ Home Automation Systems by 2017, Finds ... - MarketWatch (press release)

    16 May 2012 | 1:32 pm
    90 Million Homes Worldwide Will Employ Home Automation Systems by 2017, Finds MarketWatch (press release)LONDON, May 16, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- New subscription-based home automation offerings are rapidly transforming the way consumers will monitor, secure, and control their homes. Long the preserve of more expensive, custom-installed technology,

  • Electric Imp unveils cloud-based home automation: now you can burn your toast ... - VentureBeat

    16 May 2012 | 12:09 pm
    VentureBeatElectric Imp unveils cloud-based home automation: now you can burn your toast VentureBeatHome automation is a hot category that just got even hotter. And possibly, just a bit easier. Today Electric Imp is announcing the Imp, a cloud-based approach to monitoring and managing everything you own. The venture-backed startup in Los Altos, Electric Imp Raises $7.9M From Redpoint & Lowercase Capital To Power The TechCrunchFormer Apple, Google, Facebook engineers launch IoT startupEE Timesall 8 news articles »

  • AT&T impresses with 'Digital Life,' but CTIA keynotes frustrate - FierceBroadbandWireless

    16 May 2012 | 10:02 am
    AT&T impresses with 'Digital Life,' but CTIA keynotes frustrateFierceBroadbandWirelessCustomers who purchase AT&T's home automation product agree to install a 3G-capable "controller" in their home that can connect to various home appliances and functions (AT&T will use third parties to do the installation). The controller can connect to and more »

  • Vivint Begins “Year of Service” Initiative with Summer Series of Community ... - EON: Enhanced Online News (press release)

    16 May 2012 | 2:00 am
    Vivint Begins “Year of Service” Initiative with Summer Series of Community EON: Enhanced Online News (press release)PROVO, Utah--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--Vivint™, the largest home automation services company in North America, today announced the kickoff of the company's 2012 Vivint Gives Back “Year of Service” initiative, which will begin with a series of

  • AT&T activates home automation - ITWeb

    16 May 2012 | 1:55 am
    AT&T activates home automationITWebBy Phahamang Thakudi AT&T Mobility brought to life the concept behind its new Digital Life home automation and security service at a stately New Orleans Garden District home, Fierce Wireless states. Members of the media were treated to a tour of a New AT&T Unchains Home-Security PushMultichannel NewsAT&T's Digital Life could make its wireline broadband base even stickierFierceTelecomall 4 news articles »
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  • Sonos Dealers Sign NDA - Is This What's Coming Next?

    15 May 2012 | 2:05 am
    It's almost seven years ago that we first tried the Sonos system and gave it our coveted 'Top Tech' award. Since then it's only grown in our affection and got more affordable too with the latest Play:3. We heard last month that Sonos are going to announce something new to their dealers in the next week or two. So what could it be? Here are some thoughts on what Sonos may have in store for us...

  • iRidium Release New Version of KNX Home Automation Software

    14 May 2012 | 2:04 am
    The guys from iRidium have contacted us with the details on the latest release of their Home Automation software app...

  • 10 Pairs of Free Tickets for Grand Designs Live London

    9 May 2012 | 2:10 am
    Our friends at Brilliant Living have given us 10 pairs of tickets for Grand Designs Live at ExCel London to give away to Automated Home readers. Tickets normally cost £19 so each winner gets £38 of tickets free...

  • Video: Berkeley Ridiculously Automated Dorm (BRAD) [UPDATED]

    2 May 2012 | 1:46 pm
    During his freshman year at UC Berkeley, Derek Low set out to create a complete home automation system inside his tiny dorm room. Three months and several hundred dollars later, 'BRAD' (Berkeley Ridiculously Automated Dorm) has been completed. Check out the video below...6x1GkgbVP1I

  • CEDIA launches Industry App

    26 Apr 2012 | 5:27 am
    CEDIA (Custom Electronic and Design Installation Association) has introduced its one of a kind, new smartphone app, providing a platform for industry professionals globally to connect, gain valuable information on the go and improve their business...
 
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    The Official Smarthome Blog - All Things Home Automation

  • Modern Style PC/Laptop Speakers Deliver Quality Audio

    jaolvera
    16 May 2012 | 11:18 am
    The unique pyramid shape of the Prisma 2.1 Audio System delivers clear and crisp audio from your PC or laptop. The down-firing 5 inch subwoofer provides a full 32-watts of powerful bass. Each of the 9-watt satellite speakers are enclosed in an anti-resonant composite material, and features a 2-3/4-inch oval mid-range as well as a 19-millimeter PV dome tweeter. All the units are magnetically shielded and offer an impressive 50 watts of total sound. The glossy finish enhances any environment and compliments the latest designs of laptops, desktop computers, and monitors. The installation of this…

  • Appliance Energy Monitoring System that Runs on ZigBee Wireless Mesh Network

    jaolvera
    16 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    ThePlugwise Home Start Zigbee Wireless Energy Monitoring Kit, 2-Zone is a ZigBee communicating system that is designed to help users see the energy consumption of connected appliances and then cut down on wasted energy. The kit comes with 2 smart plugs, also referred to as “Circle’s”, which connect to a wall outlet and then simply connect the appliance for tracking by plugging it into the Circle. Data will then transmit over a ZigBee wireless network to a connected computer and provide usage information while also allowing for the creating of “switching schemes”.

  • Light and Motion Detector Ideal for Lighting as well as Appliance Automatic Turn On/Off

    jaolvera
    16 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    Looking to expand your Plugwise network to do more than just monitor appliance energy consumption? With the Scan Zigbee Wireless Light and Motion Detector you can do just that. The sensor will aid in energy conservation by recognizing when someone is in a room and then automatically turning the lights on and then off once the room is empty. Another benefit to the Light and Motion Detector is that it can provide insight into home or building occupancy. Because it detects people the Scan will provide data showing how often people are in a given room and send this information to the Plugwise…

  • Shatter-Resistant Mirror Teaches Children where the Major Bones in Their Body are Located

    jaolvera
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    The See-Thru-Me Skeleton Mirror from Children’s Factory is a fun way for kids to learn about where the major bones are located in their body. The mirror stands 45.75″ tall with the skeletal image silk screened to the back of the mirror so that its color will not scratch off. The mirror, itself, is made of a flexible and shatter resistant material referred to as PET which is laser cut so the edges are smooth for added safety. This product meets CPSIA and ASTM safety standards. Mirror is made of shatter-resistant PET Skeleton is silk screened Teaches children where major bones are…

  • USB Micro Speaker Ideal for Laptops or Travel

    jaolvera
    15 May 2012 | 4:30 pm
    The Sound To Go USB Micro Speaker from Edifier is an all-in-one micro speaker that is portable and encased in an elegant brushed aluminum chassis. Use the included USB cable to power and to connect the speaker to your audio source such as your laptop or desktop and control the volume with the simple volume controls that are located on the speaker or on the host device. The extra auxiliary input on the speaker enables the use of multiple host devices. The Sound to Go uses its 3 x 1 1/4 inch oval shaped passive radiator subwoofer, two 1 1/4 inch mid-range drivers and two 1 1/4 inch tweeters…
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  • With an INSTEON controller you can control your home from anywhere!

    jaolvera
    5 May 2012 | 7:00 am
    The SmartLinc is an affordable web-based controller that is perfect for controlling your home’s temperature, lighting, and appliances from wherever you are at. You can use any web-enabled device, such as your iPhone, iPad, Android, or laptop computer. You don’t have to worry about your house being too hot this summer when you get home from work. Instead, use the Smart-Linc to set the temperature before you arrive, that way you get home to a nice, cool home! Get it now before the hot summer months begin, and right now it is only $99.99. Not sure if it’s for you yet? Check out…

  • INSTEON Diagnostic Keypad will eliminate time-consuming guesswork

    jaolvera
    21 Apr 2012 | 10:00 am
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  • Easy-to-Use Central Controller Configures and Programs INSTEON® Devices

    ccanta
    4 Apr 2012 | 5:00 pm
      The ISY994i is one of the most advanced INSTEON controllers on the market and has numerous features to satisfy the most advanced DIY’er or seasoned home control enthusiast. If you need unbridled control, the ISY994i is your controller. The ISY994i supports up to 256 devices and scenes and a maximum of 300 programs. The ISY994i controller is able to configure and program INSTEON devices using INSTEON native protocols and specifications. This allows it to directly write to INSTEON devices internally instead of just in the controller, creating a more robust network. You can set up…

  • Want to Control Your Home? There’s an App For That.

    ccanta
    31 Mar 2012 | 2:00 pm
    Want home control in the palm of your hands? Well now you can! Control your lights, thermostat and appliances all through your smartphone. Are you an Apple or and Android? Go ahead, pick your poison: Apple iOS Devices Android Devices

  • Don’t Miss Out! Get FREE Shipping on Your Entire Order!

    jaolvera
    26 Mar 2012 | 10:00 am
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  • Modern Style PC/Laptop Speakers Deliver Quality Audio

    jaolvera
    16 May 2012 | 11:18 am
    The unique pyramid shape of the Prisma 2.1 Audio System delivers clear and crisp audio from your PC or laptop. The down-firing 5 inch subwoofer provides a full 32-watts of powerful bass. Each of the 9-watt satellite speakers are enclosed in an anti-resonant composite material, and features a 2-3/4-inch oval mid-range as well as a 19-millimeter PV dome tweeter. All the units are magnetically shielded and offer an impressive 50 watts of total sound. The glossy finish enhances any environment and compliments the latest designs of laptops, desktop computers, and monitors. The installation of this…

  • Appliance Energy Monitoring System that Runs on ZigBee Wireless Mesh Network

    jaolvera
    16 May 2012 | 10:00 am
    ThePlugwise Home Start Zigbee Wireless Energy Monitoring Kit, 2-Zone is a ZigBee communicating system that is designed to help users see the energy consumption of connected appliances and then cut down on wasted energy. The kit comes with 2 smart plugs, also referred to as “Circle’s”, which connect to a wall outlet and then simply connect the appliance for tracking by plugging it into the Circle. Data will then transmit over a ZigBee wireless network to a connected computer and provide usage information while also allowing for the creating of “switching schemes”.

  • Shatter-Resistant Mirror Teaches Children where the Major Bones in Their Body are Located

    jaolvera
    15 May 2012 | 7:00 pm
    The See-Thru-Me Skeleton Mirror from Children’s Factory is a fun way for kids to learn about where the major bones are located in their body. The mirror stands 45.75″ tall with the skeletal image silk screened to the back of the mirror so that its color will not scratch off. The mirror, itself, is made of a flexible and shatter resistant material referred to as PET which is laser cut so the edges are smooth for added safety. This product meets CPSIA and ASTM safety standards. Mirror is made of shatter-resistant PET Skeleton is silk screened Teaches children where major bones are…

  • USB Micro Speaker Ideal for Laptops or Travel

    jaolvera
    15 May 2012 | 4:30 pm
    The Sound To Go USB Micro Speaker from Edifier is an all-in-one micro speaker that is portable and encased in an elegant brushed aluminum chassis. Use the included USB cable to power and to connect the speaker to your audio source such as your laptop or desktop and control the volume with the simple volume controls that are located on the speaker or on the host device. The extra auxiliary input on the speaker enables the use of multiple host devices. The Sound to Go uses its 3 x 1 1/4 inch oval shaped passive radiator subwoofer, two 1 1/4 inch mid-range drivers and two 1 1/4 inch tweeters…

  • Ultrasonic Sound-Wave Technology Assists You by Adding Spatial Awareness to your Vehicle

    jaolvera
    15 May 2012 | 1:47 pm
    It can be difficult at times navigating your car or small SUV into tight spots. Sometimes a mirror just won’t give you all the information you need to confidently park your vehicle. Steelmate USA provides an easy fix for such a situation with the PTS4000EX Parking Assist Sensor, exclusively designed for regular cars and smaller SUVs with plastic bumpers. The sensors install into your vehicle’s rear plastic bumper and use Ultrasonic Sound-Wave Technology to register objects as far as five feet away. Avoid getting an embarrassing, frustrating, and expensive ding from objects you…
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  • HAI Snap-Link Mobile Now Features Remote Control for Audio & Video

    Home Controls
    8 May 2012 | 3:18 pm
    HAI (Home Automation, Inc.) announced that the iTunes store now features version 1.07 of Snap-Link Mobile that includes the ability to remotely control audio/video equipment when used in conjunction with an HAI Home Theater Extender (HTX2). The HTX2 (HAI part number 86A00-2) allows for audio/video control using iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch (iOS devices) integrated with HAI’s Snap-Link Mobile application and an HAI home control system. Additionally, HAI’s free HTX2 Mobile Designer software allows for the creation and/or customization of GUI (Graphical User Interface) “remote…

  • HAI Releases Stand-Alone Remote Functionality with Kwikset ZigBee Door Locks

    Home Controls
    3 May 2012 | 11:14 am
    Home Automation, Inc. (HAI) announced stand-alone integration with an HAI MicroControl and Kwikset ZigBee wireless door locks. HAI’s MicroControl (part number 81A00-2WHZB) is a standalone remote control for ZigBee wireless door locks. This functionality means that a home or business owner, without any other automation equipment, can wirelessly lock and unlock individual doors with a simple button push. They can also use the same MicroControl to coordinate all of their wireless energy management devices, including thermostats and load control modules for compressors, generators,…

  • New: ChannelPlus Single-Channel High Definition Video Modulator

    Home Controls
    26 Apr 2012 | 4:33 pm
    The high-value ChannelPlus Single-Channel High Definition Video Modulator is a digitally-tuned video modulator that takes video and audio signals from a single HD source and broadcasts them over standard coax cabling to any connected HDTVs. Single channel HD video modulator Easy to use with single button Channel Plus programming Built-in 25dB video amplifier Fan-cooled for enhanced durability This modulator takes advantage of the most commonly available and cost effective media distribution cabling for economical distribution of high definition video and audio content from media players,…

  • Free Shipping @ Home Controls

    Home Controls
    19 Apr 2012 | 11:05 pm
    Home Controls has made it easier to get the latest in home automation, security and networking. We are now offering free shipping on retail orders of $200 or more. Use promo code FREE200 during checkout. Of course, the offer is valid for standard shipping; expedite shipping may cost a little bit. See the details and exclusions here. »

  • Know When Your Garage Door Opens – Automatically!

    Home Controls
    13 Apr 2012 | 11:00 am
    Home Controls has just added the complete line of Household Alert products from Skylink, including this snazzy kit. Designed for larger homes, the Skylink Long Range Household Alert Garage Alert Set monitors your garage door to keep you safe and secure. Long range functionality allows the sensor to signal the receiver from long distances (downstairs garage door sensor to upstairs bedroom receiver, for example). When the monitored garage door is opened, the receiver alerts you by flashing and either beeping or sounding the alarm. Notifies you when a garage door is open Operating range up to…
 
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  • Carbon Design Systems Launches Performance Analysis Kits

    Ken Cheung
    16 May 2012 | 11:31 am
    Carbon Design Systems is accelerating the analysis, optimization and verification of system-on-chip (SoC) performance with their new Carbon Performance Analysis Kits (CPAK). The CPAK family for ARM Cortex processors includes reference hardware and software designs along with analysis and debug software for the Cortex-A9, Cortex-A15 and Cortex-A7 cores, and the ARM big.LITTLE subsystem. The CPAK Family for ARM Cortex A-Series Processors will be available in bare metal and Linux configurations in this quarter. Android configurations will be available in the second half of this year. Read more:…

  • Cadence Adds In-Circuit Acceleration to System Development Suite, Expands VIP Catalog

    Ken Cheung
    15 May 2012 | 12:11 pm
    Cadence Design Systems made two announcements today. First, the company developed new in-circuit acceleration based on the Incisive and Palladium XP platforms for their System Development Suite. Cadence’s second announcement involved extensions to the Verification IP Catalog for acceleration and emulation that enable engineers to go beyond simulation to speed verification of large-scale SoCs, sub-systems and systems. Read more: Cadence Adds In-Circuit Acceleration to System Development Suite, Expands VIP Catalog Twitter @edablog : : Free Trade Publications : : Jobs : : EDA Blog : : FPGA…

  • STMicroelectronics Introduces STM3220G-JAVA Starter Kit

    Ken Cheung
    14 May 2012 | 11:12 am
    STMicroelectronics introduced the STM3220G-JAVA Starter Kit. The STM3220G-JAVA kit is a complete platform for evaluating the development of embedded applications in Java for the STM32 F2 series microcontrollers. The new Java tool includes an evaluation version of IS2T’s MicroEJ Software Development Kit (SDK) and the STM32F2 series microcontroller evaluation board providing everything engineers need to start their projects. The STM3220G-JAVA Starter Kit is available now. It is priced at $349. Read more: STMicroelectronics Introduces STM3220G-JAVA Starter Kit Twitter @edablog : : Free…

  • Sigrity Launches XcitePI IO Interconnect Model Extraction

    Ken Cheung
    14 May 2012 | 1:59 am
    Sigrity launched their XcitePI IO Interconnect Model Extraction and Assessment software. The tool provides accurate system-level analysis of high-speed channels and buses by generating precise chip IO power/ground and signal interconnect models. XcitePI IO Interconnect Model Extraction is available on Windows and Linux platforms. Prices start at $108,000 for a 3-year license. The new tool is part of Sigrity’s XcitePI chip-level analysis family that supports both pre- and post-layout design improvement. Read more: Sigrity Launches XcitePI IO Interconnect Model Extraction Twitter @edablog…

  • Kontron Introduces COMe Starterkit Ref. Carrier T10

    Ken Cheung
    10 May 2012 | 12:30 pm
    Kontron introduced their COM Express Starterkit Ref. Carrier T10. The COMe Starterkit features the Kontron COM Express Reference Carrier-i Type 10, 7″ WVGA touch panel, cables, PSU, and sturdy aluminium case. The Kontron COMe Starterkit Ref. Carrier T10 is configured to make evaluation and development of small form factor and mobile applications easy. The Kontron COM Express Starterkit Type 10 with the COM Express Reference Carrier-i Type 10 is available now. Read more: Kontron Introduces COMe Starterkit Ref. Carrier T10 Twitter @edablog : : Free Trade Publications : : Jobs : : EDA Blog…
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  • iRidium for KNX v.1.5.10

    Michael Stepanov
    14 May 2012 | 1:10 am
    iRidium Mobile Ltd. presents a new product – iRidium for KNX v.1.5.10. iRidium for KNX offers immense opportunities for visualization and control of KNX systems: Integration with any KNXNet/IP devices: Base License – control any number of KNXNet/IP devices from a single control panel Control a single KNXNet/IP device from an unlimited number of control panels (with iRidium Gate) Control KNXNet/IP devices over the Internet (with iRidium Gate) Integration with Weinzierl KNX IP BAOS: Ultimate License – control of KNX IP BAOS from an unlimited number of control panels but from up to 10…

  • EFO Flying Mouse

    Michael Stepanov
    26 Mar 2012 | 6:56 am
    I already wrote about the smallest QWERTY keyboard EFO Google TV Mini keyboard which was design to make HTPC control easier and handier. Recently EFO released a next generation of its keyboard – EFO Air mouse. I bought it and used enough to give some feedback. First of all, the quality of the keyboard is very good. New battery allows using it almost for month and can be fully charged from laptop USB during one hour. As you may see on the picture, the EFO Air mouse doesn’t have a touchpad anymore. Instead of that it sports gyration mouse. It’s really cool but I have some…

  • Home Cinema and Automation Systems

    Michael Stepanov
    26 Mar 2012 | 6:31 am
    Specialising in luxury home entertainment and automation systems, iLifeSolutions offer their customer some of the best and brightest technology systems available on the planet. From use of home systems, to residential markets and even hotels, i.Life design, install and commission some of the best and unique projects in the United Kingdom. As home cinema systems become more and more popular throughout the UK, the great news is that they are also becoming cheaper. i.Life offer you a vast range of luxurious opportunities with their bronze, silver and gold packages. Home cinemas offer you the…

  • Presentation of iRidium 2.0 Beta at “Integrated Systems Europe 2012”

    Michael Stepanov
    27 Feb 2012 | 2:33 am
    iRidium Mobile Ltd. introduced iRidium 2.0 beta version at the “Integrated Systems Europe 2012” exhibition held on January 31 – February 2, 2012 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Attendees from 51 countries showed their interest in Universal Visualization and Control Software and visited the booth of iRidium Mobile Ltd. The majority of them are familiar with iRidium and its boundless possibilities. A lot of companies who are employed in Automation market wanted to see iRidium software in action. And iRidium Mobile Team was there to surprise them with new iRidium products with the…

  • Mini Wireless Keyboard EFO iPazzport for voice talks

    Michael Stepanov
    11 Jan 2012 | 5:38 am
    I already wrote about EFO iPazzport – mini keyboard in the Blackberry form-factor with QWERTY and touchpad to control HTPC. Recently EFO launched a next generation of its product equipped with microphone and speaker to make voice calls via Skype, Google talk or MSN Chat. So, if you’d like not just control your HTPC but also make VoIP calls from your sofa then new fifty bucks EFO iPazzport is your choice!
 
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  • How to Make Atlanta Safer

    Admin
    14 May 2012 | 5:34 pm
    It is no secret that Atlanta is considered to be one of the most crime-ridden cities in the United States. It seems like whenever you hear about a crime, it seems to be somehow linked to Atlanta. Of course, this isn’t true, but Atlanta does have some pretty high crime rates. Statistics show that one out of every 10 residents in Atlanta will be the victim of a violent or property crime. It’s clear that something needs to be done to make Atlanta safer. Just what that something is, though, is up for debate. Primarily, it falls on the police departments and security forces to be highly…

  • Home Security Texas Style

    Admin
    14 May 2012 | 5:31 pm
    Residents of Texas like to portray themselves as people who will take the law into their own hands. If you burglarize someone in Texas, you are literally risking your life. People in Texas love their guns and will not hesitate to use them if someone is trying to get inside their homes. Of course, there is some truth to this perception. Texas is akin to the Wild West and people will take the necessary steps to protect themselves. That being said, there are some less violent ways to protect your house and your family if you live in Texas. For instance, in Houston, Texas, the fourth most…

  • Home Security for the Mid-West

    Admin
    14 May 2012 | 5:28 pm
    When you hear about high-crime areas in the United States, you might think of Detroit or Los Angeles or any number of big cities on either the east or west side of the country. Your mind does not probably automatically conjure up the cities in the mid-west. However, just because you live in the middle of the country does not mean you can let up on home security. For example, in Omaha, Nebraska, even though the violent crime rate was lower than the national violent crime rate in 2009, the property crime rate was higher than the national property crime rate. In fact, there were 49,614 property…

  • Crime Comparison: Los Angeles – Versus Atlanta

    Admin
    14 May 2012 | 5:26 pm
    People who are considering relocation often choose large cities because of the better employment opportunities. In today’s economic climate it can be hard to find a job in a smaller city just because there are fewer jobs to be had. If you are considering moving to a big city, two of the cities you might be considering are Los Angeles, California and Atlanta Georgia. The first thing you need to think about if when looking at these two cities is whether you prefer the East coast or the West coast. After that, you can start to look at different aspects of the city to see which one makes more…

  • Atlanta or Tampa: Which is Safer?

    Admin
    14 May 2012 | 5:24 pm
    Moving to a new city involves making a number of choices so you can pick the best city for your needs. If you are moving to open up employment opportunities, you will, of course, need to compare the economic climate in each city as your primary consideration. Find out which city will provide you with the most opportunities with the best wages. Many people in this situation have narrowed down their choices to Atlanta, Georgia and Tampa, Florida. These two cities are similar in size with Tampa having 331,487 residents and Atlanta having 485,804 residents and they are both on the East coast with…
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  • What is Alternative Energy

    admin
    11 May 2012 | 10:02 am
    There is a lot of energy that we can harness if we only seek to research and develop the technologies needed to do so. We can get away from the fossil fuels and the old electrical grids by turning to alternatives to these energy sources. One of these alternative energy resources is wind power. Wind turbines continue to be developed that are progressively more energy efficient and less costly. ìWind farmsî have been springing up in many nations, and they have even become more strategically placed over time so that they are not jeopardizing birds as former wind turbines did. Another…

  • Home Energy Audit ñ Fireplaces, Attics and More

    admin
    1 May 2012 | 12:01 pm
    Conducting a home energy audit is a smart way to cut your utility bills. Many people forget, however, to look at fireplaces, attics and other less obvious spots. Home Energy Audit ñ Fireplaces, Attics and More The purpose of a home energy audit is to make your home more energy efficient. An energy efficient home is going to result in reduced utility bills now and for years to come. Depending on the size of your utility bill, auditing your home can save you thousands or tens of thousands of dollars over the years. While windows and doors are obvious energy waste locations, there are less…

  • Alternative Energy from the Ocean

    admin
    21 Apr 2012 | 1:11 pm
    Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC) was conceived of by the French engineer Jacques D’Arsonval in 1881. However, at the time of this writing the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii is home to the only operating experimental OTEC plant on the face of the earth. OTEC is a potential alternative energy source that needs to be funded and explored much more than it presently is. The great hurdle to get over with OTEC implementation on a wide and practically useful level is cost. It is difficult to get the costs down to a reasonable level because of the processes presently utilized to drive…

  • Why Use Biomass for Our Energy Needs

    admin
    11 Apr 2012 | 10:02 am
    The last five years has seen a revolution in how governments, people and industry view energy. The positive aspects of biomass energy have come to the forefront in this discussion. Why Use Biomass for Our Energy Needs: The Pros The primary positive aspect of biomass is it is part of the biocycle of life. This means it isnít toxic to the environment because it is more or less the environment. An additional benefit is the fact biomass almost always breaks down relatively quickly to its natural elements. This means a biomass fuel spill would be far less damaging than an oil spill, particularly…

  • Is Biomass Really a Clean Energy Resource?

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    1 Apr 2012 | 12:01 pm
    As we strive to find alternative energy resources, many potential solutions are on the table. Biomass energy is one such solution or is it? Biomass energy is unique in that it has existed in primitive forms since the early days of mankind. Burning wood in a cave is a form of biomass energy, which is simply the conversion of an organic material in a manner that produces heat. For example, a fire converts the organic wood into heat. Therein, however, lays the problem. Global warming is a much debated issue with everyone having a strong opinion and no one seemingly willing to listen to the other…
 
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  • Ready to go Green this Earth Day? Check out this 30 Piece Home Energy-Saving Kit!

    Mel
    20 Apr 2012 | 2:56 pm
    Earth Day 2012 is almost here (it’s Sunday, April 22, 2012) and to wrap up this week’s posts honoring going green to save some green, as well as to help our planet, I wanted to share some eco-friendly deals I came across for a 30 Piece DIY Home Energy-Saving Kit and a Portable Solar and USB Mobile Device Charger (tying right in to my posts earlier this week on solar power, now you can harness some of the sun’s energy to power your own gadgets!) The 30 Piece Kit includes: One wall-mountable, low-flow Spoiler 2.0 GPM white showerhead with pause feature One package of Teflon…

  • DIY Wind Turbine – Go Green and Save Green at the Same Time!

    Mel
    20 Apr 2012 | 2:08 pm
    Once again, in the spirit of saving energy (and $$$ – both of which are “green” I just realized – I crack myself up sometimes), I wanted to share this very nice instructional site I came across about fabricating an electricity producing wind turbine! It ties in nicely in honor of Earth Day, with what we’ve looked at recently regarding solar powered gadgets and the Pope (now I know you want to look at that link and see how the Pope ties in – in case you haven’t seen it already!) Take a look at the video Mike put together on how he assembled the turbine: The great thing about…

  • Extreme Treehouses – Going Out on a Limb in Style

    Mel
    18 Apr 2012 | 12:38 pm
    In the continuing spirit of Earth Day (don’t forget! It’s this weekend!), and since we have already looked at extreme homes, yachts, outdoor gear and various solar powered contraptions – let’s combine the idea of conservancy and extreme design and see what we can come up with! Anyone? OK, me first! Look at these crazy, over-the-top treehouses! (Not for the faint of wallet to be sure – but certainly worthy of mention!) While I could go into long detail on all these examples (because they are all amazing) I’m going to highlight the ones that most closely follow the theme of…

  • What do the Pope, a Taco Stand, and a Wheelchair Have in Common?

    Mel
    16 Apr 2012 | 11:30 am
    No, this isn’t some bad joke that will make you groan when you hear the punch line, and it’s not even a rhetorical question! I got very excited about solar power after the last two posts I wrote (on camping gadgets and solar park benches!) and I came across this article on some unusual applications for solar power while I was googling for more ideas to share with you! So I guess I just gave away the answer, yes, it’s Solar Power! Check out how solar power is integrated into these three things (there are a couple more in the original article too)… Since the attack on Pope John Paul…

  • Plug in to your gadgets outside – with a solar-powered park bench!

    Mel
    11 Apr 2012 | 12:44 pm
    In honor of Earth Day 2012, (yes, it’s almost Earth Day, for those of you still working on your taxes and not paying much attention to anything else around you right now) which will be celebrated on Saturday, April 22nd this year, I wanted to share this very green, very earth-friendly concept for a park bench. This amazing design not only addresses the idea of getting out and enjoying nature (in the park where the bench is), but providing solar power for the gadgets that some of us don’t want to leave home without – like those we looked at last time in the cool camping stuff…
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