As is the case in pretty much every industry today, the demand for remote control of a HVAC system has grown. There are a variety of upstart and big-name brands, such as Honeywell and Lennox, waging war to get in on the action.
“As with the Nest, you can program Honeywell’s Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat from your computer, tablet, or smart phone—handy if you want to turn up the heat before getting home from work or to make sure you didn’t forget to turn down the heat or AC while you’re away. “ “And when you’re home, you can literally talk to this thermostat and tell it what to do—a first for these devices. Other features include an easy-to-read color touch screen, automatic alerts if temperatures get especially hot or cold, and an indoor humidity sensor. “ (consumer reports)