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Ring Expands End-To-End Encryption Internationally
Offers additional security and privacy options for users
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Samsung’s New Jet Bot AI+ Robo Vac Utilizes Active Stereo-Type 3DF Sensor
Using the same technology as self-driving cars, Jet Bot identifies objects and cleans around them
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DoorBird Stations Now Accessible Through Panasonic TVs
New App Module from BAB Technologie puts IP video door stations from DoorBird on Panasonic TVs
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Josh.ai Announces Voice Control Solution For Crestron Home AV
Crestron Home clients are now able to enjoy intuitive control of their AV content using natural voice commands
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Vivint Releases Pool Alert Feature
The free feature works with its Outdoor Camera Pro and alerts homeowners when a person enters the pool area
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Josh.ai Partners With Market Share To Expands Its National Representation
Market Share to represent the privacy-focused voice automation platform throughout the Pacific Northwest
Blogs
Three Expanding Smart Home Opportunities For Integrators
As the world (and especially North America) starts to emerge from more than a year of COVID, those trends have begun to crystallize into...
Appliances
Over 13,000 Owners Download Air Fry Upgrade For GE Appliances Smart Ovens
Smart ovens purchased in last four years received feature upgrades for connected appliances
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Josh.ai Partners With Xspot For More Accurate, Discreet Installs
Using Xspot products, Josh.ai dealers can prewire their systems with improved accuracy without aesthetic compromise
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Legrand Donates Smart Home Tech For R.I.S.E. Home Built By Wounded Warrior Project And Gary Sinise Foundation
Lighting, shading, and networking technologies help restore independence for injured Marine Sergeant in customized smart home
Appliances
Knowles Brings Voice Control To Smart Home Appliances With AISonic White Goods Standard Solution
The Knowles White Goods Standard Solution, selected by Samsung to enable far-field voice recognition in its FamilyHub™ connected hub for smart appliances
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ecobee Smart Thermostat Integrates With Alarm.com
Enables customers to control their ecobee smart thermostats in apps powered by Alarm.com
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Roku Seeks Expansion Into Home Automation
Hiring of ‘senior business development manager of home technologies’ comes as rivals Amazon and Google continue to proliferate their streaming software onto IoT devices
Distributors
Petra Industries Enhances Security Lineup With BOSMA Smart Home Devices
Partnership to introduce products into major retailers/resellers in 2021
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Zigbee Alliance Rebrands As The Connectivity Standards Alliance, Unveils Matter
Formerly known as Project CHIP, Matter is creating connections between more objects, increasing compatibility for consumers
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Samsung Electronics Expands Its Galaxy Upcycling Program
Initiative enables consumers to repurpose Galaxy smartphones into smart home devices
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ecobee SmartThermostats Now Available Through SnapAV
SnapAV partners gain access to consumer-favorite climate comfort solutions
Appliances
LG Smart Appliance Owners Can Now Use Amazon Smart Reorders
Easy automation, convenient purchasing and proactive customer care offer peace of mind to LG ThinQ users
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Nooie Launches All-In-One Doorbell Cam
Features wire-free installation and 2K video resolution with night vision and human detection algorithms
Appliances
Plum, BSH Explore Next Generation Home Appliances
Companies are combining BSH’s expertise and manufacturing capability with Plum’s industry-best technology
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Crestron Rolls Out Smart Thermostat
With its two-wire design, Crestron’s Horizon Thermostat eliminates the need for battery replacement
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Ring Debuts Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro
Camera equipped with 3D Motion Detection and Bird’s Eye View
Appliances
GE Brings Air Fry Update To Smart Ovens
More than 60 Smart oven models are eligible for upgrade
Audio
EPOS Launches New EXPAND Capture 5 Speaker For Hybrid Workplace
The new Intelligent speaker for Microsoft Teams Rooms will enable colleagues to unite efficiently by taking virtual meetings to the next level
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SnapAV Adds Ring Products
Distributor adds 56 Ring SKUs at both online and Local Pro Stores
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iROOM iO Launches U.S. Sales Network
Eight firms added for coverage across the country.
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Josh.ai Celebrates Its Sixth Birthday With Limited Edition Hardware
The Cobalt Blue Josh Micro was produced in a small batch, and is now available in limited quantities
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DoorBird IP Door Stations Work With Yale And August Smart Locks
Allows for monitoring of selected areas, as well as remote access and greeting deliveries from anywhere
Blogs
Executive Insight: 20 Years Of Z-Wave
Z-Wave Alliance Members Weigh in on the Past and Future of Z-Wave
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Kwikset Introduces New Home Connect 620 Smart Lock
Features 10-button keypad, 250 user codes, Z-Wave SmartStart compatibility
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abode iota Brings All-In-One System To DIY Smart Home Security
System works with Alexa, Apple Homekit and Google Assistant
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NuTech Group Named As Legrand | AV Sales Rep For Mid-Atlantic U.S.
NuTech Group to Represent and Provide Technical Support for the Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic Products, Nuvo, On-Q, and SANUS Brands
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abode Launches abode Cam 2 HD Security Camera
abode Cam 2 works indoors/outdoors and offers 24/7 recording
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Hunter Douglas PowerView Automation Levels Shades To Homeowners’ High Expectations
Benefits from smart shading go beyond automated privacy
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SureCall Partners With OnTech
OnTech’s trained professionals are able to install SureCall’s booster technology in consumer’s homes
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Legrand | AV Enters National Agreement With Taylor Morrison Homes
Smart home solutions from Luxul, On-Q, and Pass & Seymour now available to homebuyers
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DoorBird IP Intercoms Now Integrated With Control4
Customers can now access their IP intercom directly from Control4 interfaces without a third-party driver
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Preorders Open For Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2
Features include radar technology, 3D motion detection, and Bird's Eye View
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ADT, DISH Network Partner To Expand Smart Home Security Reach
DISH and OnTech sales to provide installation and support for ADT services in rural and exurban areas
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LG Expands webOS Smart TV Platform
LG opens platform and integrated content services to other TV brand partners
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Google Nest Devices To Work With Brilliant Once Again
After a year and a half outage, Google’s controversial API decision has come to an end for Brilliant smart home control system
Another View
What The Top Voice Commands Of 2020 Tell Us About The Growth Of The Smart Home
Commands represent a major opportunity for retailers in their smart home demo area or when consulting with clients