The Crestron Next Road trip is a series of small regional events across the U.S. and Europe that provides hand-on, one-on-one demos of all key technology platforms, demos from guest technology partners, training and expert advice. Recently we traveled to Washington, D.C. for their latest event and got to experience several new products from the company. One of the biggest…
Nice/Nortek Control today announced the release of its Software Upgrade 8.7 for ELAN Control Systems, shepherding the latest control technology and broader integration to deliver the convenience and personalization that homeowners want. Topping the list of many major new features and enhancements, new Direct Control functionality, Bluetooth player capability, an entirely new subcategory of utility products integration, and the first-ever integration with…
IPORT, the award-winning manufacturer of products that transform iPad into residential and commercial control interfaces, is proud to announce that they are now shipping solutions to support all current iPad models. With the continued adoption of iPad for home automation and corporate deployments, IPORT has been dedicated to helping transform iPad into a powerful tool by designing minimalistic and sleek…
Now working with Apple HomeKit, Loxone offers consumers the ability to command their smart home or building to perform specific functions through communication with Siri. As one of the few companies to become Apple certified for HomeKit support, Loxone provides the convenience of voice control for a growing list of functions: lighting controllers, automatic blinds, skylight blinds, room ventilation controllers,…
Clare Controls, maker of the ClareOne wireless security and home automation system, today announced a powerful update to the ClareHome app that delivers performance improvements, new features and the ability to use widgets on mobile device home pages to control smart home and security functions. According to Clint Choate, Snap One Sr. Director of Security Market, the new update leverages the…
Vanco International LLC, an industry leader in AV distribution and electronic accessory products, today announces the availability of two new HDMI training modules aimed to help address common questions, concerns and important considerations when working with HDMI. “The first HDMI specification was released in 2002, and since that time, there have been several updates. With each iteration, there are important…
Snap One has launched a new Control4 MultiDisplay Manager tool that adds power and value to commercial installations by allowing end-users in commercial and retail environments to control multiple digital displays, TVs and projectors from a single page, select audio sources independently of active video sources, and create presets for instant room reconfiguration. According to Snap One Commercial Director Scott Normand, Control4…
Josh.ai celebrates its seventh birthday this month. Founded in 2015, Josh.ai has proven that innovative technology can be borne by the custom electronics industry, and that voice control and AI specifically, are here to stay. In celebration of this milestone, the company has introduced a special limited-edition Josh Micro that comes in Metallic Chrome. Available now, the Metallic Chrome Josh…
Furthering its commitment to provide smart home and security integrators with the most complete platform for home control, Nice/Nortek Control today announced exclusive integration of their award-winning 2GIG EDGE security panel with its ELAN Control Platform. The ELAN Control Systems and 2GIG EDGE integration offer tactical and seamless interoperability between security and control. “We’re setting the standard for security and control all from a single platform,” said…
Orro, maker of a professional-grade Smart Living System, today announced new enhancements for its third-party lighting control capabilities, including connections to more connected switches, dimmers, plugs, outlets and lighting systems. By detecting motion, sound and light, with its powerful built-in sensors, Orro responds with the perfect amount of light, while learning and adapting lighting based on homeowners’ habits and preferences.…