Panel Picks: Contractors Share Favorite Smart, Connected Devices

摘要

An influx of smart, connected products are steadily hitting the market. These products can be controlled through mobile apps via smartphones and tablets and can store personal data via the cloud. While smart thermostats, sensors, and other devices only make up a small portion of the smart products industry, they're having a large impact in the HVACR world. So, we asked The NEWS' Contractor Advisory Board to not only identify their favorite smart, connected products, but tell us why they prefer them over others. Here's what they had to say. Chosen by: Rob Minnick, owner of Minnick's Inc. in Laurel, Maryland About the product: Engineered for unmatched portabil- ity and ease of use, Apple's iPad Air 2 offers a precise unibody enclosure of anodized aluminum for durability and a solid feel. The improved Retina display features a fully laminated design that brings images and content closer to a user's fingertips, resulting in a personal and intimate experience. A custom-designed anti-reflective coating reduces glare for a clear display in the office or outdoors.