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AT&T Digital Life Now in Prince William County

Beginning today, Prince William County residents can transform their house into a smart home with AT&T Digital Life.

From smartphones to smart cars, technology is transforming our busy lives, making life easier while on-the-go. But there are new options now simplifying life at home as well. Some experts are predicting 2014 will be the year of the smart home, a house with technology and automated features that make the Jetsons’ home not seem so futuristic.

Beginning today, Prince William County residents can transform their house into a smart home with AT&T Digital Life, a home automation and home security service that helps consumers protect and manage their homes remotely from their smartphone, tablet or a PC. Forgot to lock the door when you left the house this morning, or turn off the curling iron? No need to turn the car around and head back. You can take care of both remotely. One of your kids forgets the key to the house. You can let him in remotely – and have some fun in the process. Have a pet you want to check in on? Confirm a package delivery at your home? Or just want to make sure your kids get inside safely after school? Automated cameras that you can control remotely can help you with that. And Imagine being able to program your home to shut off the A/C, turn on all the lights, and unlock the doors all simultaneously the moment smoke is detected in your home? That’s the beauty of home automation.

But it’s not just about safety and convenience. Home automation is becoming the norm for many homeowners because it makes it easier to monitor energy and water usage. A home’s heating, cooling and electrical systems can all be managed through home automation. You can adjust the thermostat and turn lights on and off remotely. You can also monitor your home for water leaks and remotely shut off water mains.

From keeping loved ones safe to conserving energy and saving money, a smart home is quickly becoming the home of the future.

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