Magazine Features
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Emotionally charged technology
Emotion detection technology is already being used in advertising and automotive applications. But what does the tech have to offer the home integration industry? ... -
Don’t have an eagerness to fail
For the system designer, guiding your customers through the smart home sales process is an education experience for both sides. Mark Jeisman examines ways ... -
Control4 control for KNX
Control system maker Control4 has announced its support for the KNX communication platform, promoting greater interoperability options for dealers. Paul Skelton reports. Back in ... -
How do real estate agents see smart home tech?
Technology won’t necessarily increase a home’s value but it can motivate buyers. Paul Skelton reports. Do smart home technologies affect a home’s resale value, ... -
Move fast and fix things: Ethics in Silicon Valley
In 1984, George Orwell imagined a world where ‘Big Brother’ was not only always watching but controlling what the population saw and even thought. ... -
Combating domestic violence: Strong networks, safe homes
Domestic violence is usually associated with physical or verbal altercations. But, as Paul Skelton and Brihony Tulloch reveal, smart devices are paving the way ... -
Dealing with overvoltage
Overvoltage from the electricity network can have a detrimental impact on the performance of AV equipment. Kevin Main from Torus Power explains. Do your ... -
DotDot: Connecting the dots
A common language has been defined for smart devices across home networks. Paul Skelton reports on the introduction of Dotdot 1.0. If two people ... -
Dr Deane Hutton: Predicting the future
They say hindsight is 20/20 but what if you could gain clarity in advance? Futurist and host of The Curiosity Show, Dr Deane Hutton, ... -
IEC 62368.1… Hazards begone!
Update introduces increased safety measures to counter death and injury among installers. Josh Jennings reports. As the relevant Standard continues to mature, audio and ...
