Does ADT Work with Google Home And Amazon Alexa?
You probably know ADT has safeguarded families for more than 150 years, but you might wonder whether this trusted name in home security can offer the modern-day ease of voice activation. You’ll be happy to know the answer is yes! ADT works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa, and there’s plenty you can control. See what’s possible and get suggestions for integrating voice activation into your new home security system.
What Can You Really Do With Voice Activation In Your Memphis Home?
Now that you know you can use your ADT alarm system with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, you’re likely wondering what’s possible. Here are some ideas:
- Arm and disarm your system
- Dim smart lights
- Activate connected smart locks
- Adjust thermostat settings
If you have your hands full with dinner, kids, or groceries, and need a simple way to turn on lights or adjust the temperature, just say the command. It’s convenient and allows you to manage your system without reaching for your phone or navigating to the touchscreen panel.
Operate Your ADT Components With These Voice Instructions
A quick spoken command is all you need to control your ADT smart home devices. Keep in mind, When operating a device, such as your bedroom light or front door lock, you’ll need to use the name you already gave the device.
Here are several commands that work with Google Home:
- Hey Google, arm my system stay.
- Hey Google, arm my system away.
- Hey Google, lock the (door name).
- Hey Google, turn off the (light name).
- Hey Google, turn the heat up by 5 degrees.
Amazon Alexa operates about the same, but needs slightly different phrasing. Here a few examples:
- Alexa, arm ADT in stay mode
- Alexa, disarm ADT
- Alexa, turn on the (light name).
- Alexa, set (dimmer name) to 40%.
- Alexa, set the (thermostat name) to 68 degrees.
You can also ask your smart speaker questions. You may want to check if your front door is locked or the current temperature in your home. Just speak a phrase like, “Alexa, is the (door name) locked?” and you’ll hear a reply.
Are There Limits To What Voice Controls Can Do?
Voice integration does have a few limitations. For instance, you can’t change or configure settings in your ADT smartphone app by saying a command. You also must supply a PIN number when performing certain actions, such as unlocking a door or disarming your security system.
How To Establish Voice Activation In Your Memphis Home
Establishing voice activation only takes a few minutes no matter what smart speaker you use. You’ll generally follow these instructions:
- Access the Google Home or Amazon Alexa app on your phone
- In Google, head to Devices or touch the Add (+) icon and select Works with Google Home. inside the Alexa app, touch the menu, then go to Skills & Games.
- Perform a search for ADT
- Pick ADT Smart Home (or ADT Pulse)
- Enter your ADT credentials and follow the provided instructions
Discover more in-depth instructions through the ADT help center:
Enjoy The Best Security and Convenience With ADT Alarm Systems In Memphis
Voice activation, remote access, and custom home automation are all possible with ADT. The authorized dealers at Secure24 Alarm Systems are ready to help you customize your new ADT alarm system in Memphis. Dial (901) 250-6841 or fill out our form to begin.