Consumers want bundled telecommunications, entertainment, Internet, home security and energy management and are most interested in buying the bundle from


In addition, 16% of existing home security households are interested in bundled offers that include Internet enabled systems and alerts

AT&T confirmed it plans to shut down its 2G network by Jan. 1, 2017 — a move that could negatively impact the machine-to-machine market.

Bernstein Research says telcos and cable companies have a 4% to 5% cost advantage over traditional alarm companies in delivering home security services.

ABI Research predicts home automation systems are poised for strong growth, driven in large part by service providers entering the home automation market.
