Home Security and CES 2010

Hey folks,

Just got back from CES 2010. As always, there were about ten million things worth seeing. However, my brain started shutting down after a while, so I didn't get through everything. But, what I did get through was interesting and I thought I'd share it with you. Ok, well actually I'm just going to share one thing with you, but it will comprise most of the cool stuff I saw: home integration.

In the past we've had home automation and home security. And, certain systems (the ElkGuard is the best example) allow for integration between the two. Other systems are, at best, clunky when it comes to custom home integration. But, that seems to be changing. Control4, DLink and a few others all showcased their complete home integration systems...and man, were they sweet!

So, just wrap your head around complete control, with remote access. On business in Switzerland and want to look in on your security cameras? No problem. While your'e at it, you might as well check on the thermostat, dim some lights and shut off the music you left on in the living room. And its all seamless. As the Guiness guys would say: Brilliant!

There were a few other things that I'll let you know about as we go forward. They should really make things interesting.

Until next time...