Author: Connected World

Summer is in full swing in many parts of the world and one common household task that ramps up in the warmer months is lawn mowing. But what if that task could be eliminated with a robot? Slowly but surely, that is becoming an option, as technology advances. Consider the example of RoboUP, which offers robotic lawn care solutions. The company’s second-generation robot mower, the T1200 Pro, enables multi-zone management, making it ideal for homes with multiple yards or gardens. Homeowners can map out up to 10 separate areas in a garden and schedule mowing sessions on the RoboUP App,…

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If you’re a smart home dealer, you probably know automated window shades are a hot commodity these days. Your potential customers can quickly grasp the benefits of these beautiful and smart devices: benefits that include convenience, energy efficiency, temperature control and comfort, increased security, cord-free safety, aesthetic appeal, and more. It’s no wonder the sales forecasts for these eye-catching and intelligent home automation products are so uplifting (pun intended). Here’s just one example: a March 2024 study from FMI (Future Market Insights) said the global blinds and shades market is expected to reach $26.78 billion by 2034 (up from $16.26…

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We are entering a new era of work—one where AI (artificial intelligence) and the IoT (Internet of Things) will drive innovation at companies in nearly every vertical market around the globe. At the heart of all of this is the data center. As we enter this new era of work, we must also consider the role of the data center. JLL suggests data center storage capacity will grow from 10.1 zettabytes in 2023 to 21 zettabytes in 2027, which is a five-year compound annual growth rate of 18.5%. As data rises, so too will the need for data centers, and…

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