Monday, January 22, 2007

Smart Homes Get Smarter

AT&T, iControl and Nobu offer some of these services for a monthly fee.

  1. Smart sprinklers turn off when it rains.
  2. Sensors detect when the medicine cabinet opens.
  3. All blinds in the house are centrally controlled.
  4. When the phone rings, caller ID is displayed on the TV.
  5. The "movie setting" dims the lights and starts the popcorn maker.
  6. Lights can be turned on while you're on vacation.
  7. Live video of your pets or nanny is sent to your phone.
  8. Motion sensors send a text message when your windows or doors open.
  9. The garage door can be opened or closed from work.
  10. The pool temperature can be set on your drive home. (source Business 2.0)

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