Home automation is a rapidly growing technology that is transforming how people interact with their environment. Home automation is the process of connecting smart devices to a centralized system allowing users to control various aspects of their home from one place. X10 is one of the most popular home automation systems for residential use. It […]
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How do They Get Those Surgical Instruments So Clean?
Have you ever wondered how surgical instruments are kept so clean? Considering the work they do it seems pretty amazing that they can even be re-used! All the bodily fluids as well as the infectious bacteria they come in contact with makes it seem sort of risky. But, of course, we also can’t be throwing […]
Three Options for Heating Your Swimming Pool
Swimming pool heating is one of the most important improvements you can make to a new in-ground pool. Not only will it lengthen your reasonably doable swimming season, but it will also make you more comfortable, allowing you to swim for longer each day throughout the primary swimming season. Today, among the many possibilities available, […]
Control Your X10 Units from Your Smart Device with X10’s WiFi Unit
X10 has always been a leader in innovation when it comes to home automation and security systems. With the X10 WiFi unit, you can connect to all of your existing X10 units from the convenience of your Apple or Android smart device. The WM 100X10 WiFi module gives you the ability to control all of […]
Home Automation and Home Security You Can Afford
It’s no secret why X10 is leading the pack when it comes to affordable Home Automation and Home Security products! With easy setup, no annual fees, and top-rated features, X10 offers many Americans the possibility of having the kind of tech-savvy home that would previously have been beyond their reach. Whether you’re fascinated with the […]
Home Automation Options: What Sets X10 Apart
While there are many new names in the home automation world, X10 has been around for over half a century! The basic concept we started with decades ago still works, while we’ve of course ensured that compatibility continues while we adapt to the latest technology. If you’re new to X10 and wondering what sets us […]
How Do I Set Up My Home to Use X10 Technology?
X10 is a communication protocol for home automation. It conveniently uses the electrical wiring already in your home to control lights, appliances and other devices. X10 is well known for its ease of setup; thus many refer to it as a DIY option for home security and home automation. However, many professional technicians throughout the […]
Neighbor Kids Are Sneaking Into My Backyard Pool
A blog visitor writes: I suspect my neighbor kids are sneaking into my backyard pool when my family is away on vacation. I don’t want to stir up the pot and make anybody angry, and I’m not 100% sure this is happening, but I’ve repeatedly found candy wrappers around the pool and other signs that […]
What Can You Do with the X10 WiFi HUB?
It might not be quite as significant as the advent of X10 Home Automation and Home Security, but the WM100 X10 WiFi HUB for Android and Apple devices certainly takes the convenience inherent in the basic X10 model to new heights of complexity and customization. The option of controlling your X10 units from any place […]
Home Automation for Beginners: Setting Up Your X10 System
Whether you purchase an X10 Home Automation or Homes Security Bundle or design your own system using various components, the same basic setup steps will apply. Step 1: Know How It Works As you set up your X10 system, it will probably be helpful to understand the basics of how the components work together. When […]
Affordable Home Automation with X10: Must-Have Components
With X10, you can build your own home automation system and install it yourself, creating your very own smart home! Many of our customers prefer to start with one of our money-saving kits, but either way, there are a few key components necessary for any home automation system. X10 Home Automation Kits The most basic […]
Affordable Home Automation with X10: Favorite Modules
You may not be quite ready to spend $50,000 on one of Elon Musk’s future (potential) robot nannies, but you don’t have to get quite that extreme in order to join the growing smart home trend. Today’s home automation products are easily within reach for most Americans, thanks to simple and affordable home automation products […]
Add Convenience to Your Life With The X10 MT14A Mini Timer
If you’ve looked into home automation systems and been intimidated by the complexity of their setup processes, the MT14A Mini Timer and LM465 Plug-In Lamp Module may be just the right solution for you. This dynamic duo of premium products doesn’t require any difficult wiring systems to operate. You simply take the X10 Mini Timer […]
Home Security and Beyond: WiFi-Linked Cameras
Did you know that X10 WiFi Cameras, though technically “security cameras,” have many uses? Imagine having a video conferencing tool or 2-way intercommunication system installed throughout your home. Would that simplify life for you and help keep your family better connected? With outdoor cameras installed by the front entrance, in the garage, and on the […]
DIY X10 Combination System with Home Automation & Security, Part 2
Perhaps you’re more of a DIY kind of person — or maybe you simply have unique home security or home automation needs or preferences. For whatever reason, you’d rather build your own custom combination system. Here at X10, you can definitely do that! You’ll just want to make certain to include everything you need to […]