Crestron unveiled Crestron Pyng, the app that IS the home automation system. For years, home automation apps have been add-ons to control systems that are programmed using computers. Now, technology integrators can create lifestyle scenes for each room, schedule events, and much more right from an iPad^®. The whole house can be ready in minutes without ever opening a laptop.

LEDs differ quite a bit from traditional incandescent lamps in that they lack a glass bulb or tungsten filament. Instead, an LED is comprised of a chemical chip embedded in a clear plastic capsule.

Bang & Olufsen America appointed home A/V networking specialist Pakedge Device & Softwareas one of its official preferred network providers, effective as of September 2014. Under the partnership, Pakedge will offer three pre-configured, out-of-the-box bundles, based on its Connect+ platform to meet Bang & Olufsen specifications. Each bundle is a set of carefully integrated system of switches, routers, wireless and software technologies, designed specifically to work with each other to deliver seamless, scalable, and reliable multimedia networking performance.

 Pakedge Device & Software is honoring its 10-year anniversary with a major celebration at CEDIA Expo 2014. The network manufacturing company is hosting a celebration reception on Thursday, September 11, 2014 from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm at its CEDIA Expo booth (#820). Current and future Pakedge dealers, distributors and manufacturer reps are welcome to visit the Pakedge CEDIA booth for “food, beer and fun.”

The residential security market will never be the same. In 2012, several MSOs (multiple-system operators) in the USA began offering home automation in conjunction with security which has altered the perception and demand from end-users. Prior to this paradigm shift, the use of a residential burglar alarm system was often a purchase to protect a property and in many cases, an ‘after the fact’ purchase as a result of a break in. While many reasons exist as to why a homeowner may purchase security equipment, the reason is no longer solely security. Many users are looking to add additional features driven by life safety and convenience.

CEDIA, the international association representing the residential electronic systems industry, is celebrating its 25th anniversary at this year’s CEDIA EXPO. Special recognition of founding members will be a part of the celebration in addition to member appreciation activities.