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Z-Wave Launches Next Gen Chipset, Apps

“Home control services are one of the fastest-growing technologies in the market, driven by consumer desire for enhanced security, home monitoring, energy management and convenience. With the proliferation of smart phones and tablets, there has been significant global growth in adoption of these services by security monitoring companies, telcos, MSOs and utilities. Sigma’s turnkey solution for deployment will contribute to the trajectory of this growing sector,” says Tom Kerber, director of research, Home Controls & Energy, Parks Associates.

From the article, "Z-Wave Launches Next Gen Chipset, Apps" by Jason Knott.

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