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Dialling down dialnorm
Despite your best efforts and intentions, default volume control will never be consistent. One of the main culprits according Anthony Girmani, is dialnorm. It’s one of ... -
Living in the ‘phygital’ world
Language is an ever-evolving thing, they say – but has evolution gone too far? Ian McMurray looks at the latest buzzword on the street. There are ... -
Hacking away
One third of Australia’s connected homes are vulnerable to cyber-attack, writes Scheider Electric’s business development manager – digital buildings Mark Jeisman. The global digital transformation is ... -
The lay of the lan
With 5G right around the corner, Geoff Meads looks at whether or not the next generation of wireless technologies will kill the LAN. You’d have to ... -
It’s good to talk
In 1990, BT – the UK’s primary telecommunications provider – ran an advertising campaign with the strap line: “it’s good to talk”. But: were they right? ... -
Wellness: The sleeping giant
Integrators can now position themselves at the forefront of the residential wellness technology sector. Paul Skelton reports. A United States government agency has found that the ... -
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? Jacob Harris ... -
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 to make ... -
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 December 2017, ... -
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, or even ...