The Official Smarthome Blog – All Things Home Automation

Recharge your cell phone, camera, PDA, iPod, or other portable electronics anywhere, whether you’re at home, in the office, or even in the car! The Intelligent Universal Charger will recharge lithium (rechargeable) batteries of any size, and it comes with three power options for flexible use: Plug the standard power cord into a wall outlet, connect the USB cable to charge batteries using your computer, or use the 12-volt charger in your car’s power outlet.

• Universal charger powers cell phones, iPods, and other portable electronics
• Charger is powered by wall outlet, USB port, or your car’s 12-volt outlet
• Powers any lithium rechargeable battery that’s removable from your portable devices
• Price: $44.99

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This handy 4-button keyfob allows you to activate features such as arming, disarming, utility and panic on your Wisdom Wireless Security System from the palm of your hand. Using this convenient keyfob to arm and disarm your Widsom security system has the same effect as entering your user code at the main panel without having to remember and input a number. The utility button on the keyfob allows you to activate a preprogrammed function like turning on your porch lights. Pressing the panic button causes the Wisdom security system to react as if there was a security breach, putting the whole neighborhood on full alert.

• Pocket sized for key ring or pendant style mounting
• Low battery and transmission LED indicator
• Uses 16 million rolling codes for security
• Includes preinstalled lithium battery
• Price: $44.99

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Don’t walk through your garden in the dark! The Alpine Stainless Steel Solar Lights feature three ultra-bright LEDs incorporated into a three-way diffusion system for maximum brightness. These quality lights run on rechargeable batteries that are powered by the sun, so there are no wires needed or electricity wasted. A photo sensor turns the light on at dusk and off at sunrise, so you only have to flip the switch to “on” once. This kit includes two solar lights.

A similar solar-powered light is available with an over-sized lens.

• Solar lamps feature three ultra-bright LEDs for high-efficiency lighting
• Photo sensor turns lanterns on at dusk and off at dawn
• Built-in battery recharges automatically when placed in direct sunlight
• Price: $29.99

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Replacement 9 volt DC power supply for use with Intermatic’s Z-Wave PIR Motion Sensor, Hand-Held Remote Controller, or any other device requiring 9VDC, 500mA. It has a standard 5.5mm x 2.1mm, tip positive barrel plug.

• Replacement transformer powers Intermatic Hand-Held Remote Controller (sold separately)
• Power any device requiring 9V DC with this transformer
• 10-year limited warranty
• Price: $12.99

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Use this Z-Wave Accessory Switch to activate scenes on your Z-Wave network or in the slave position in a 3-way (or more) switch configuration. Unlike other Z-Wave switches, this Accessory Switch does not control loads directly. The Z-Wave Accessory Wall Switch is part of Intermatic’s InTouch™ system, which uses Z-Wave wireless technology to communicate via RF for reliable and secure control. This advanced mesh communication network offers effortless programming and maintenance, and the entire system can be easily expanded to suit the growing needs of a home or business. Link devices easily using the Hand-Held Remote Controller (sold separately).

• Signals sent via RF – no new wiring needed
• Local and remote scenes
• Includes white, ivory, and almond faceplates
• Price: $54.99

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