Think smart technology is a recent development? Believe it or not, Atlantic Security was installing "smart" security in and around Jacksonville way back in late eighties, starting with the powerful Westec 5000 system.

As depicted in the 1989 brochure above, the Westec 5000 offered capabilities far beyond your average home security system. If somebody approached your front door, you could use your touchtone telephone at the office to disarm the system and remotely adjust the thermostat to make it more comfortable for them.

Today, smart home security is more popular than ever. Here, I’ve broken down the top three reasons connected technology can benefit your home.

If you’re concerned with security, chances are you’ve installed many of the latest smart technologies to help protect your property.

Smart locks, alarm systems, surveillance cameras, and more can keep you and your family safe from harm.

But there’s one technology you may have overlooked; something you use every day, probably without even realizing it – your lighting system.

Smart lighting control can transform the way you see your property, and it can also help you stay safe. In this blog, we’ll show you some ways integrated lighting protects you and your property.

Find out more below.

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If you’ve been to the store recently, you’ve probably seen it. At least one aisle completely dedicated to Sonos, NEST or some other smart device.

Smart home automation is invading retailers across the country – including Jacksonville. And it’s starting to seem like a good idea.

But if you’re considering a smart home upgrade, you probably don’t want to go with your local big box store.

Instead, you want a technology partner that can help guide you through the installation and beyond.

Why? Find out here.

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If you’ve recently purchased an iPhone X, you may have noticed the unusual way it can unlock. It’s not with a PIN or even a fingerprint. Instead, Apple’s latest smartphone allows you to open it by recognizing your face.

Facial recognition is real, and it’s the next big thing in surveillance technology.

Law enforcement already uses advanced AI to keep track of suspicious individuals, and you can secure your Amelia Island, Fl in a similar fashion.

Here, we’ll show you how modern facial recognition technology can enhance your security camera system. Find out more after the jump.

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Sometimes when unexpected events pop up, things fall by the wayside.

In a lot of ways, this doesn’t impact your lifestyle much. You may forget to do laundry one night. Or forget to pick up food for dinner.

But in some ways, it can really affect your day-to-day.

One of the most common tasks to go neglected is home upgrades – especially when it comes to security.

Remember, technology moves at a rapid pace, and upgrading your home security system is essential to maintaining a safe residence.

In this blog, we’ll give you four good reasons to upgrade your security system this year.

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