The Official Smarthome Blog – All Things Home Automation

Don’t get left in the dark next time there is a power outage or when you need a flashlight. The Sylvania LED Solar Flashlight has a built-in rechargeable battery that is charged via the solar panel in direct or indirect sunlight, which means you’ll never have to buy batteries again. Two long-lasting LEDs provide plenty of illumination to light your way and give you the ability to complete tasks in the dark. A full charge will last about 30 days and allows for approximately two hours of use. The flashlight comes equipped with a metal clip that can be used to attach the light on your belt, clothes and other suitable locations. An easy press button makes turning the light on and off a breeze. This product is a fantastic alternative to ordinary flashlights and is a handy tool to have in your home, car, RV, boat or anywhere else you may need lighting in the dark. The Sylvania LED Solar Flashlight is an easy way to use sustainable, renewable energy as a home lighting solution.

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The Sylvania DOT-it® LED Solar Light combines the best features of the original DOT-it LED lights and the DOT-it H20 LED Light, with out the added expense of batteries. These light charges in direct or indirect sunlight and can provide up to five hours of light on a full charge; it will hold the charge for up to 30 days. Simply place the Solar Light wherever you like or mount it using the included suction cup or carabineer. Once it is charged you can light up any small space easily; and because it is splash proof and buoyant you can even put one in the shower or even take it with you in the pool or spa. It is compact and portable, small enough to fit in your pocket. Just a press in the center turns the light on and off. These battery-powered LED lights are ideal for use around the home, in the kitchen cabinet, closet, workbench, garage, shed or any other area where it’s too unwieldy to shine a flashlight while you work. Stick one in your car, RV or boat, or use it as a grill light or when camping, hiking or fishing. The Sylvania DOT-it LED Solar Light is an easy way to use sustainable, renewable energy as a home lighting solution.

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2009 International CES Show to Feature Smarthome Representative Steve Lee as a Home Automation Panelist

Irvine, California – January 8, 2009 – SmartLabs, Inc., the world’s leading authority in home control and automation is happy to be involved with “Home Automation for the Mass Market” discussion panel at the 2009 International CES Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Steve Lee, National Sales & Training Manager, of SmartLabs, Inc., will be a member of a five person panel offering the latest information and trends regarding home automation and how available technologies are moving toward mass-market adoption. According to Laurie Maroni, Vice President of Marketing at SmartLabs, “Smarthome was founded with the goal of making home automation available to the masses. Steve Lee’s technological expertise and dedication to the home automation industry have been fundamental in helping Smarthome achieve this goal, making him an incredible asset to us, as well as, this panel.” With over 20 years experience in the electrical industry specializing in Home Automation and with hundreds of lighting control installs to his credit, Steve Lee is a valuable resource for knowledge and expertise.

The session will take place between 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM at the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center on January 8th, 2009 in room S102-103. Steve Lee and other industry professionals will be focused on discussing the soaring energy prices how consumers can make their home smart and maximize efficiency with today’s energy dependent devices. Additionally, they will be talking about home automation products, such as INSTEON from SmartLabs, Inc., that allow consumers to automate their entire home.

If you are having trouble making an easy and accessible HDMI connection to your A/V components, this adapter might be the solution for you. The Right Angle HDMI Port Saver Adapter repositions the HDMI cable Jack for convenient access where space is limited, making it easy to run wire around a corner or positioning it in a tight spot. It also offers a great way to relieve wear and tear on HDMI ports generally caused by constant plugging and unplugging of HDMI cables or when heavy HDMI cables put extra strain on the ports. This connector can be used with any HDMI cable as it supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, and standard video format and high quality audio.

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