There's no doubt that a monitored home security system brings peace of mind. But there are two major reasons that a monitored security system might fail. The first is simple-it's inconvenient. After the initial installation, most consumers are vigilant about punching in the code and arming the system before leaving the property and disarming it on the keypad when returning. But what happens over time? It slowly becomes a tedious task to perform multiple times a day. Throw in some grocery bags or a baby stroller to shuttle in and out, and it's a downright pain.

The other major reason a home security system becomes ineffective is simple forgetfulness. When a home owner is running late or in a hurry, it's certainly not uncommon for them to forget to arm the security unit when running out the door. So no matter how a number of bells and whistles are attached to the unit, it's not going to work without being armed.

Well, things just got a little easier with ADT's Home Security iPhone application. With so much of today's electronics and appliances growing ever-connected, it only makes sense that consumers should have the ability to control their home security system remotely. In mid-2010, ADT security, Amercia's leading choice in home security, released the ADT Pulse Interactive Solutions app. It's a home security solution that enables ADT customers to arm and disarm their units right from their phones, meaning if a customer forgets to arm the system when leaving the home, they can do it right from their iPhone the moment they remember. Or if they know you'll have your hands full on the way back, he or she can disarm the system ahead of time.

ADT's iPhone app is robust with a number of other features in addition to arming and disarming home security. It enables custom alerts via SMS or email for events that the customer pre-determines, monitors the status of door and window sensors, controls lights and thermostats, and even accesses real-time surveillance video, giving ADT customers a connected home experience with an elegant solution.

The ADT Pulse Interactive Solution application is available right now through the iTunes App Store, and is available to ADT customers who subscribe to ADT Pulse Interactive Solutions.