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SECURITY CORNER
Networking+Home Control
Alarm.com Rolls Out
Water Detection &
Monitoring Solution
ALARM.COM IS branching out to help integrators get more
involved in water management with the launch of the Water
Dragon at CES 2023. Integrating with Alarm.com home
security systems, the Water Dragon is a single compact
water leak detector that uses ultrasonic technology to detect
and alert homeowners about water issues before they
become major problems.
Homeowners can also use the Alarm.com app to monitor
water usage trends for the day, week, and month, which can
help them conserve water and save on utility bills.
" The Water Dragon monitors unexpected water activity so
Alarm.com customers can better avoid the conditions that
cause mold, costly repairs, and even property loss before it's
too late, " says Dan Kerzner, chief product officer at Alarm.
com. " Whole-home security encompasses more than just intruder
protection and should include solutions to ensure your
structure is protected from threats inside and out. "
According to a recent survey of 1,200 homeowners
conducted by the company, 83% believe that an automated
water leak detection system would prevent or lessen the
outcome of water damage in their home. Furthermore, the
need for an integrated solution is apparent, with the survey
finding that 88% would like one app to control home security,
provide water protection, and manage energy consumption.
" The Water Dragon is part of a comprehensive energy and
The Water Dragon debuted at CES 2023 and can send
owners alerts about water issues plus save on utility bills.
water management offering that includes not only smart thermostats,
water devices, and lights, but also solar and irrigation
systems, " says Abe Kinney, senior director of product management
at Alarm.com.
The Water Dragon is dubbed as a " no-plumber-needed "
solution with " clip-and-zip " installation. The unit attaches
to the main water line in minutes. The detector can look for
water leaks where a traditional water sensor can't be placed
and notify property owners of unexpected water activity
such as running toilets or hidden leaks in the walls and
floors, according to Alarm.com.
The device allows users to monitor the temperature of
their pipes and sends alerts for potential frozen pipes. It is
one of the first products offered by Alarm.com that utilizes
Z-Wave Long Range, and the company says it will be available
for purchase via integrators in spring/summer 2023.
ADT Launches App, Home Security Ecosystem at CES
" This is a pivotal moment
ADT INTRODUCED the
ADT+ app at CES 2023 as
part of a new fully integrated
product ecosystem.
ADT customers will now be
able to access and control
their ADT devices, including
a base, keypad, motion
sensors, door and window
sensors, smart bulbs, smart
locks and smoke/carbon
monoxide detectors, as
well as compatible Google
Nest Cams, Doorbell and
Thermostats, through a new
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intuitive app experience,
according to the company.
The new ADT+ app allows
self-setup for DIY customers
and seamlessly integrating
multiple smart devices
with professional monitoring
and proactive mobile
alert capabilities. In addition
to the new app, which was
expected to be available
beginning last month, there
will be a new line of ADT
home security products to
be released later this year.
for ADT. Through this new
ecosystem, we're providing
greater peace of mind for
our consumers wherever
they are, " says Raya Sevilla,
ADT chief technology
officer. " Consumer expectations
and definitions of
safety have evolved to include
connection, proactive
prevention, mobile, vehicle
and energy. So we engineered
the new ADT+ app
with them in mind - leveraging
extensive customer
research to intimately
understand their needs and
expectations from a new
home-automation system. "
Via the ADT+ app users
will be able to activate
products and set up compatible
Google Nest Cams
within minutes. They can
download the app and follow
the on-screen instructions
to activate their base
and sensors, as well as add
Nest devices.
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