Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about how to do more with your consumer gadgets. The path to building a smart home is usually done in steps. You purchase ...

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Imagine you get an alert on your phone from your alarm system. Your outdoor camera has detected activity. You ignore it because it's probably the neighbor's St. Bernard or one of the local kids coming ...