According to consumer technology research firm Parks Associates, the average home with a smart home device has more than seven smart home devices. Although they serve different functions, those solutions all have one thing in common: they require a strong and reliable network connection.
From the article, "Unlocking Seamless Connectivity: The Benefits of NETGEAR’s Pro Wi-Fi Design Services and Pro AV Design Services" by CE Pro
Parks Associates research analyst Glenn Hower is prepared to be proved wrong, but he remains skeptical about an Apple streaming entry. "With Sling TV and PlayStation Vue in the market, Apple is now pl...
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Barbara Kraus, Parks Associates director of research, also sees potential. “There are a number of potential use cases for the TV as a smart-home controller,” she said. “The TV display can be used as a...
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