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It is believed that these break-ins are related to 4 other similar car dealership burglaries that resulted in over 20 cars literally driven off lots. The arrests made after the two men were caught on ADT Pulse VIDEO led to 6 cars being recovered with minimal damage. It is a harsh fact that cameras are becoming an integral part of businesses ownership.

The upside is that advancements in technology have made once expensive systems, affordable. A system that used to cost upwards of $4,000 can easily be replaced by an ADT Pulse Cameras system with 3-4 cameras for less than a thousand dollars. You get real time live video feed that can be accessed by most web-enabled devices. Recordings can be triggered by events such as motion, alarm activity or someone opening a door. These clips can be sent to you by text and/or email so that you are immediately aware of situations and able to alert authorities.

October has arrived in  the City of Santa Ana and with that being said the fall season always brings a myriad of family friendly activities. On Sunday, October 5, come out to Sunday On Main Open Streets (SOMOS), Santa Ana's first Ciclovia- a fun community event where the streets are open and car free and patrons run, bike or walk the three mile route.   For the foodies, Savor Santa Ana will be held on Thursday, October, 16 from 5:30 P.M. 9:00 PM. Come out to explore Downtown Santa Ana's culinary and arts district. Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park will be offering Santa Ana residents free admission on Sunday, October 19, 2014 from 10:00 A.M. to 4PM. October 4-November 2, Discovery Club Presents : Spooky Science. "Giant bugs, creepy crawlers and friendly spooks are all making their way to Discovery Cube for Spooky Science this October." Your children will thank you for making it to this seasonal event. 

I bet social media isn't your first thought when you think of preventing crime. Social media, however, is already utilized by authorities, concerned citizens and law breakers alike and is helping put bad guys behind bars.

We all know social media is a big part of many people's lives. Just look at the stats:

• 54% of Americans use social media.
• 22% of Americans visit social media several times a day.
• 74% of Internet users use social media.
• 90% of Internet users between 18 and 29 use social media.
• In the first half of 2012, 319 solved crimes used social media evidence in the US.

I will just add to that, my 7 year old has asked for a Facebook profile already. Social media reaches so many people, it is no wonder authorities and citizens alike are using social media as a venue to knit communities together against crime.

September has come and is almost gone! Those of us with kids, have probably sent them off to school and have some extra free time on our hands. However, even though your home may seem a little quieter, summer isn't over quite yet and families still want to enjoy every bit of sun they can get. Those of us familiar with San Jose, know that there is always excitement and events to enjoy in every little corner. One of the most popular places I'm sure most of us know of is Santana Row! Such a lively atmosphere, with live bands performing on weekends and not to mention, fine dining and fine shopping! Music, food, retail therapy all in the same place? Definite YES. As a matter of fact, to wrap summer up, Santana Row is having the 21st Amendment Brewery Event at Cielo. Cielo is a seasonal roof-top terrace bar on Santana Row, where on September 30th you can enjoy craft brews and small bites. In addition to this event, there are tons of other things you can do in San Jose to end the summer on a great note! With the few warm and beautiful days we have left, let's enjoy them! 

There are a few things soon-to-be security system owners look for when researching a the right company. Price is usually a factor, customer service is pretty important, and it's comforting to work with a community company where the representatives are local and familiar with your area. so what’s the best way to find honest information about the companies you are looking at? Third party customer review sites are the answer. Get your home security system reviews from real live customers that are either happy or not, and want to tell you about it.

We are midway through September and the fall season us upon the City of Los Angeles. The official first day of fall is September 22, 2014. If you haven't already made it out to the Los Angeles County Fair, now is the time! Remember the fair wraps up on September 28th. You still have a few more days to enjoy the festivities and of course some classic fair food! September 20, 2014 kicks off the 6th annual LA Brewers Beer Week, an event any beer enthusiast in the area might like to check out! September 20th will be the start of a  weeks worth of events hosted by breweries throughout the City of Los Angeles. If do you decide to attend this event, please  make sure you make arrangements to get home safe and sound!  If a tasty meal is more up your alley, the Galbani Cheese Italian Feast of San Gennaro Los Angeles, which was founded by celebrities-Jimmy Kimmel and Adam Carolla 12 years ago, will take place on September 26-28 in Hollywood. Italian food from local eateries, live music and rides for the kids? Who could turn that down? Come out and experience Italian and Italian American culture at its finest! 

With ADT Pulse being our most popular system, many people start looking at ADT Pulse Cameras, and who wouldn’t! ADT Pulse cameras are a great way to turn up the security in your home without spending a lot of money to do it. If you act fast, the ADT Pulse Level III includes a free indoor camera with installation.

ADT Pulse is hands down the best system around. It is cutting edge technology for today and tomorrow, coming from the company that invented home security. In today’s increasingly mobile society, more and more consumers have become accustom to using technology and expect their experience with it to continually evolve. One might say that we are hyper-connected!

ADT Pulse was created to meet the demands of your highly automated lifestyle and create a platform giving you endless possibilities. Every year ADT adds ways to better protect what you love and simplify your life.

September has arrived in Bakersfield, CA. It's that special time of year again, the Kern County Fair is only weeks a way, September 17-28. Be sure not to miss out on the carnival, ranch rodeo, great food and concerts this year. Bakersfield Country Club will host the Wounded Heroes' Golf Tournament at 12:00 PM on Saturday, September 13. If golf is not your forte, the 11th Festival of Wine and Cheese Fundraiser will be held on September 13 as well. The Padre Hotel will host A Pub Crawl Fundraiser for the Spay and Nueter Foundation on September 20 from 6-8:00PM. Donations are $25 for this event. 

Whether you're activating an existing system or looking for a brand new system, researching a home security company can be a lot of work. There are lots of options and chances are you aren't a security professional. Starting your search with your local ADT Dealer will save valuable time and money. Here are 5 reasons why.

Fall is approaching the city of Anaheim, although you could never tell from the current temperatures. There is no shortage of local events to partake in this September, most of which are family friendly. Walking with the Dinosaurs, The Arena Spectacular will be held September 3-7 at the Honda Center! This production gives you a first hand experience of what it would have been like to take a walk with the dinosaurs, featuring life size re-creations and breathtaking realism. This experience surely will not disappoint and promises to be something you won't soon forget (check ticketmaster for tickets)! Also, don't miss out on the Fab Four (The Ultimate Tribute Band to the Beatles) at Anaheim's Pearson Park Amphitheater, a grand finale of the Summer Night Shows and Concert Series, 2014. This concert will begin at 8:00 P.M. on September 13. Family show tickets are only $3 per person and children under 8 years old are free! Towards the end of the month the neighboring City of Irvine will host the Global Village Festival at Bill Barber Park , September 27 10:00AM- 6:00 P.M. This is the 13th year of the Global Village Festival, which features multicultural food, live entertainment, crafts and activities for the kid, various exhibits and an international marketplace! 

Your ADT Pulse Thermostat, along with your ADT Pulse system, conserves energy and saves you money and valuable time. Remote acces lets you manually adjust your thermostat from anywhere you have internet access, so that you can constantly monitor your energy consumption.

You can also set up a schedule to have a warm toasty room at specific times each day. Or set up an automation where another event in your system causes a reaction in your thermostat. For example, arming your home security system can turn the thermostat down automatically. That way, you can't forget to adjust the thermostat when you are gone.

Alerts send you text messages and/or emails that alert you that certain events have occurred. Set up an alert to text anytime it hits below 60 in your home, them remotely adjust the temperature if necessary. Finally, settin up a modes will direct the thermostat to act in a pre-described manner each time that mode is enacted. Your thermostat can have a low setting in "vacation mode" and a warmer setting for "at home mode". Activating each mode will automatically tell your thermostat, locks, lights, cameras and security system to do its specified job for that mode, with one simple command. 

Lighting control is available to all ADT Pulse Level III customers. Those who've expereinced it know that ADT Pulse Light switches, Dimmers and Modules are pretty darn cool, but are you utilizing all the features that would benefit your family? Of course they can be controlled from anywhere and at any time on your web enabled device. They also play an integral part of your home security. Certainly no burglar wants to have the lights on him. Sufficient lighting around the perimeter along with interior lighting that makes it look as if you are always home can help deter many would-be burglars.  Lighting control can also help save money and energy, and add convenience to your busy life style.

Why would you want email and text alerts from your home security? Your ADT Pulse system already works on auto-pilot, right? You did your research and found the very best security system available. You arm your system and feel secure that your belongings are secured. You opted for live real-time video and/or monitored smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Everything you felt your home needed. So what's the next step in peace of mind? Alerts provide additional peace of mind. You tell your system what's important to you and your ADT Pulse system reports to you on those issues. It's as reliable as man's best friend! You can set up your system to send email and/or text messages (SMS), alerting you when each type of event occurs or if it doesn't occur. Let's take a look at how easy it is to set up email and text alerts.

One of the most appealing features of an ADT Pulse system is the ability to interact with it while you are away from home. Whether you are using a cell phone, a tablet, a laptop, or just your voice, your ADT Pulse system lets you check-in and arm or disarm your system on the go. Check out these 4 ways to remotely arm and disarm your system from anywhere and at any time.

Arming and Disarming Your ADT Pulse System with Key-Chain Remotes

As we welcome September, summer in the City of Santa Ana is winding down. Still, there is no shortage of activities and events on the community calendar.