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How to Use Voice Control To Get the Most from Your Devices

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Voice control options like Siri and Alexa have made navigating life easier; so why not let them make your house even smarter? Siri and Alexa can be paired with your Guardian Protection app and devices to make remote, voice-activated control a breeze! From turning on your lights to disarming your security system, Siri and Alexa can be excellent tools to get things done without lifting a finger. If you would like to pair your Guardian devices with these voice-activation tools, read below on how to introduce Guardian to Siri or Alexa! Hey, Siri! Pairing your Apple device with your Guardian app is simple. To connect your Guardian Protection devices with Siri, follow the steps below: Log into the Guardian app.  Tap the menu icon.  Tap App Settings.  Tap Siri Shortcuts.  Tap the shortcut you would like to create.  Add a custom phrase for Siri. Finally, tap Add to Siri.  Check out this video to see how to navigate your Guardian app: Alexa, Pair With Guardian If you prefer A

New Home Security Features for the New Year

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This year, we’re ringing in new home security features that can improve how your home is protected. If you’re interested in keeping up with the latest in home security, read our recap of what to look forward to! New and Improved Security Devices From outdoor smart plugs to wireless doorbell cameras, we’ve added more smart devices that will easily integrate with your system. Plus, a few of your favorites have received major updates! IQ4 Security Panel Security panels are the bread and butter of home security. Every year, the number of tasks you can efficiently complete from your panel increases, making this device perhaps the most versatile in the home security industry. The IQ4 Security panel is a step above the rest and continues the evolution of the home security panels you know and rely on. This new panel will come with several useful and unique features that build off of our previous IQ2 Panel. The new IQ4 Panel is: Supported by Z-Wave. This helps with the automation of