AT&T has launched a new smart home security platform called Connected Life, partnering with Google and Abode to make it easier for consumers to set up a smart home. The platform is now available nationwide after initially being piloted in select markets.
The Connected Life platform simplifies the setup process by offering pre-configured kits that include Google Nest products and security sensors. There are two subscription tiers: Essential ($11 per month) or Professional ($22 per month), which offer access to features like 30-day event video history, intelligent alerts, and cellular backup.
One of the key benefits of Connected Life is its cellular backup feature, which ensures smart home devices continue to run even when internet connectivity is lost. The platform also includes a battery backup for the hub in case of power outages.
To use the Connected Life platform, users must be an AT&T customer, although it doesn't matter if they have a wireless mobile plan or home internet. This means the potential customer base for these new smart-home services is massive, with 119 million wireless mobile customers and over 10 million fiber home internet customers in the US.
When the subscription is cancelled, users can continue to access their devices through the Connected Life app but will no longer have access to features like 30-day event history and intelligent alerts. However, they may still be able to access these features by purchasing them separately from Abode.
AT&T's strategy behind Connected Life is to bring together various smart home devices and make it seamless for users to set them up and manage them. The company does not see itself as a hardware player but rather as a connector that makes the experience simple for users.
T-Mobile and Verizon also offer piecemeal products in the home security space, but AT&T's all-in-one approach may appeal to consumers who want a simplified setup process.
The Connected Life platform simplifies the setup process by offering pre-configured kits that include Google Nest products and security sensors. There are two subscription tiers: Essential ($11 per month) or Professional ($22 per month), which offer access to features like 30-day event video history, intelligent alerts, and cellular backup.
One of the key benefits of Connected Life is its cellular backup feature, which ensures smart home devices continue to run even when internet connectivity is lost. The platform also includes a battery backup for the hub in case of power outages.
To use the Connected Life platform, users must be an AT&T customer, although it doesn't matter if they have a wireless mobile plan or home internet. This means the potential customer base for these new smart-home services is massive, with 119 million wireless mobile customers and over 10 million fiber home internet customers in the US.
When the subscription is cancelled, users can continue to access their devices through the Connected Life app but will no longer have access to features like 30-day event history and intelligent alerts. However, they may still be able to access these features by purchasing them separately from Abode.
AT&T's strategy behind Connected Life is to bring together various smart home devices and make it seamless for users to set them up and manage them. The company does not see itself as a hardware player but rather as a connector that makes the experience simple for users.
T-Mobile and Verizon also offer piecemeal products in the home security space, but AT&T's all-in-one approach may appeal to consumers who want a simplified setup process.
I'm not convinced about AT&T's all-in-one approach for smart homes... Sounds like they're just using Google and Abode as partners to legitimize their own product 
. I mean, what makes me think this platform is actually going to make my life easier? 
Have they shown any real data on how many people are actually using this service after the initial hype dies down? 
And what's with the two-tiered pricing? Are they just trying to nickel and dime customers into paying more for features that should already be included? 
! I mean, having an all-in-one smart home security system that's actually easy to set up and manage is a total game-changer. I've been trying to get my dad to invest in some smart devices for his place but he just didn't know where to start 
. This sounds like exactly what he needs - just need him to cut the cord from his old internet provider and sign up with AT&T 
!
. tmobile and verizon are already doing similar stuff but atts approach seems more holistic, you know? 
it's all about making smart home devices easy to use and not getting lost in all the complexity... can't wait to see how this plays out for ppl! 
. the cellular backup feature is a total game changer, no more worrying about your devices shutting down when the internet goes out 
, but AT&T's all-in-one approach is where it's at. they're connecting the dots for users and making smart homes feel seamless 
. now if you'll excuse me, I'm gonna go sign up for Connected Life ASAP 
AT&T is just trying to get our hands on all our personal info with this Connected Life thingy. They're collecting our data and selling it to third parties for who knows what. It's like they're building a big database of smart home devices and we don't even know it. And what's up with the cellular backup feature? Sounds like they're trying to create a backdoor for hackers or something... 
This whole thing just feels too convenient, you know?
And what about those cellular backup fees? Are we just gonna be stuck with some monthly bill for a hub that doesn't even do much? Hmm, I dunno... maybe it's just me, but I think I'd need to weigh the pros and cons more before committing to this whole thing.
. but have they thought about the actual costs? $11/month for basic features or $22 for pro tier? that's a lot of money for just some smart gadgets 
I can imagine how overwhelming it must be to set up a smart home system with multiple devices from different brands... 
This new platform from AT&T sounds like a total game-changer! Having everything in one place, with pre-configured kits and cellular backup, is just so convenient 
And the fact that you can access all your devices through the app even when you cancel the subscription? Genius 
️ I can already imagine how convenient it'll be to be able to control my lights and security cameras even when the internet is down. And the fact that they're not trying to sell us separate hardware just makes it feel more integrated and user-friendly, you know? 
. It's all about making life easier, right? Plus, with 119 million wireless mobile customers, they've got a massive potential customer base 
. It'll be interesting to see how this plays out and whether it'll put some pressure on T-Mobile and Verizon to step up their game 
But with Connected Life, it's like having a personal assistant who just makes everything work smoothly for you. The fact that it comes with pre-configured kits and cellular backup is genius 
. And the two subscription tiers offer flexibility for people who want to dip their toes in or go all in on smart home security. Plus, it's only available to AT&T customers, so there's a massive potential customer base... 119 million wireless mobile customers?! 
. I think this is going to be a total winner and i'm so here for it! 
. I mean, who doesn't love the idea of having all their devices talking to each other seamlessly? 
It's like something out of Black Mirror 
. And let's be real, the cellular backup feature is a total game-changer 
. Still, I think this is a solid move for AT&T 
You can get a pre-configured kit that includes everything you need, no fuss. And the cellular backup feature is genius 
. I'm definitely gonna check this out when my cousin gets his smart home set up