Do we want the possibility of someone hacking our home automation systems? It has nothing to do with convenience. It is simply a matter of security.
My entire HA system works via GSM which is why I chose it instead of the cloud where other people/companies were effectively in control of my security. My HA works through my alarm panel via outp...
I have a fairly extensive HA system, but specifically selected a system that did not require a cloud service to be able to run and change the system. Security, resilience, convenience and I have ...
The internet is not required with the Vera Edge but would be helpful at the time of setup to update the firmware. Without an internet connection you will not be able to receive notifications nor ...
look at Deltadore, it is a Home Cloud with their Tydom
Home Automation should not "need" the internet or a cloud based server to work or to be configured. It should be self contained in the home. The last thing you want is to have critical parts of y...
It is tempting to use the convenience of the quick start products that just need you to set up a simple internet account for x,y and z but at that point the control isn't yours to command. I woul...
Although I have good internet, and the software solution I use (Indigo Domotics) can be accessed via the Internet if you configure it - I can't think of a single occasion (other than showing off ...
Going out on the internet is not something that makes life easier for home automation users, it is something that makes life easier for companies that are trying to sell their home automation pro...