He said the new integrated temperature control system was like a giant television remote control which would allow for very tight control of heat and electricity consumption.

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There is Space Air's environmental control system that keeps household air fresh and at the right temperature.

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Gulfstream's fastest private jet, the G550, features wireless LAN and a satellite communications system for telephone calls, plus there's a DVD player, two LCD screens and temperature control within the cabin.

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