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How consumer habits are shaping the modern alarm system
Written by Lori Herder
September 28, 2011
The modern-day consumer’s purchasing habits are changing more rapidly than ever. And in the security industry, both residential and commercial consumers have far higher expectations when it comes to the solutions they ultimately select for their homes and businesses — even more than they did just a couple of years ago. In general, consumers today are more tech-savvy, resulting in an increased demand for more high-tech solutions.

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Honeywell announces agreement with Control4 for home automation
Written by Staff
September 07, 2011
Honeywell announced that its portfolio of VISTA Series residential and commercial security systems have been certified by home automation provider Control4.

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More details of Rogers home security service emerge
Written by Linda Johnson
August 31, 2011
Rogers Communications new home monitoring system may be a sign that it’s not enough anymore for an alarm system just to prevent break-ins. The system has to be able to turn on the lights and turn up the heat before you come home.

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Rogers Communications launches home monitoring service
Written by Staff
August 17, 2011
Rogers Communications launched its Smart Home Monitoring service Wednesday, leveraging its existing cable and wireless networks to deliver a suite of security services.

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Tyco sets sights on possible Visonic acquisition
Written by Neil Sutton
June 22, 2011
Several reports have surfaced that Tyco International has identified Israeli electronic security systems company Visonic Ltd. as a possible acquisition target.

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Products

Honeywell's got the Tuxedo Touch January 24, 2012
Honeywell released the Tuxedo Touch, a touchscreen controller that combines security and lifestyle technology by allowing home and business owners to centrally control both security and automation functions such as temperature, lighting and more.

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Honeywell launches home security app for Android October 16, 2011
Honeywell has launched a new application for Android devices, letting users control their security systems and view live, streaming video from any remote location.

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Honeywell touchscreen combines keypad functions with photo and video October 12, 2011
Honeywell has released the 6280 Graphic Touchscreen Keypad. The dynamic, intuitive graphic interface serves as a security system keypad, high-resolution digital photo display and video viewer. The 6280 features the same design language as Honeywell’s Total Connect Remote Services, utilizing distinctive graphic icons and menu-driven prompts that reduce training time and simplify use. The icons are immediately recognizable by function to make operation crystal clear whether arming or disarming the system, bypassing zones or accessing the event log.

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Interlogix home security platform has fast action keys October 05, 2011
The Interlogix GE Simon XT control panel is a full-featured home security platform that installs in minutes, yet delivers years of dependable and secure protection. Featuring advanced wireless technology, Simon XT installs quickly without the mess and expense of running wires to detectors and sensors.

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MyVisonic available on Android September 07, 2011
Visonic Ltd., a manufacturer of home security and safety systems, announced the availability of MyVisonic, an Android app for its PowerMax alarm systems.

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