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    The SecurityInfoWatch.com Residential Technologies category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals involved in selling and installing residential security and smart home systems. It covers both technology and business trends that impact the connected home security industry.
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    Smart Home

    Verkada raises $200M in latest E Series funding round

    Verkada
    Feb. 19, 2025
    Since its founding in 2016, Verkada has raised more than $700 million in funding, and the latest round values the company at $4.5 billion.

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    Z-Wave Alliance announces 2024B specification updates and new membership level
    Smart Home

    Z-Wave Alliance announces 2024B specification updates and new membership level

    The Z-Wave Alliance
    Feb. 6, 2025
    Additionally, the Z-Wave Alliance is kicking off its 2025 EMEA Summit and Unplug Fest this week in Barcelona, directly following ISE 2025.
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    Locks

    Kwikset HomeConnect Z-Wave Smart Locks

    Kwikset
    Feb. 5, 2025
    These new products introduce enhanced performance and connectivity while maintaining the locks’ existing design and finish options.
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    Home Alarm Systems

    SimpliSafe achieves Alarm Validation Scoring Standard (AVS-01) Certification

    SimpliSafe
    Feb. 4, 2025
    SimpliSafe joins two other home security service providers in being among the first home security providers to implement the standard within its monitoring centers.
    Parks Associates
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    Residential Technologies

    The Smart Money: Residential Security System Sales Sluggish

    Daniel Holcomb
    Jan. 20, 2025
    While DIY sales are down, professional installs remain steady
    Glomensio at CES 2025: Firefly showcases smart safety with life-saving home technology
    CES Show

    Glomensio at CES 2025: Firefly showcases smart safety with life-saving home technology

    Jan. 8, 2025
    The solution on show combines illuminated house numbers with smart connectivity for faster emergency response.
    Z-Wave Alliance announces latest list of Z-Wave-certified smart home devices
    Smart Home

    Z-Wave Alliance announces latest list of Z-Wave-certified smart home devices

    The Z-Wave Alliance
    Jan. 7, 2025
    The Z-Wave Alliance spotlights the latest hubs, gateways, and controllers with new smart devices supporting Z-Wave Mesh and Z-Wave Long Range.
    Parks Associates: 32% of US households have a paid security service
    Residential Technologies

    Parks Associates: 32% of US households have a paid security service

    Parks Associates
    Jan. 7, 2025
    Adoption through standalone security devices continues to grow, offering opportunities to expand paid services and to target a different base of customers.
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    CES Show

    TP-Link brings suite of smart home solutions to CES 2025

    TP-Link
    Jan. 7, 2025
    Offerings include palm recognition door locks, intelligent security cameras, NVR security systems, and intuitive smart lighting.
    Kami Vision announces Fall Detect Camera for home safety
    CES Show

    Kami Vision announces Fall Detect Camera for home safety

    Jan. 6, 2025
    The algorithms are built specifically for home and care applications with the ability to identify patterns and trends that may cause a fall.
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    CES Show

    Aqara debuts innovative smart home solutions at CES 2025

    Aqara
    Jan. 6, 2025
    Highlights include a range of in-wall control panels and smart switches, next-generation presence and climate sensors, and an expanded selection of Matter Controllers.