SAN JOSE, Calif., March 15, 2016 -- Qolsys, provider of best-in-class residential security and smarthome solutions, announced today that its home security and smart home platform has been approved for distribution in the Alarm Capital Alliance (ACA) Dealer Program. This approval allows ACA dealers to offer the most advanced technology to their customers and expands the reach of the Qolsys IQ Panel platform into new residential markets. "We've been very impressed with the advanced technology and continuous innovations that Qolsys has brought to the home security industry," said Amy Kothari, … [Read more...]
Z-Wave In The News
Z-Wave is making headlines throughout the world in consumer and trade media. Catch the latest headlines here...
Secutech 2016 to Highlight Z-Wave Gallery
With less than two months until Secutech 2016 commences, the show will present the latest technologies and products to unlock the future of security solutions and smart cities. The annual event, scheduled to run from 19 – 21 April 2016 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center in Taiwan, is renowned as one of the most influential exhibitions of its kind in Asia. As such, the show is positioned to assist industry players in establishing strategic partnerships and sharing knowledge of the field. Secutech 2016 is expected to utilize 35,873 sqm of exhibition space and accommodate over 500 leading … [Read more...]
Finnish Telco Lounea Picks Viva Labs Smart Home Platform
(Oslo, NO, March 7, 2016) -- Innovative Finnish telecom/ICT operator Lounea Oy has selected Viva Labs to power their move into the smart home market. Together they'll provide Z-Wave-based plug-and-play solutions for comfort and security based on Viva's AI platform for homes. The smart home market has been growing significantly over recent years, driven by a consumer need for more secure and energy efficient homes. In the USA, Telcos have already taken a strong position, and now the European players are making their move. The Viva platform makes it possible for them to compete with companies … [Read more...]
Z-Wave IoT Contest Winner iBlinds Will Make Your Existing Window Blinds Smart
March 1, 2016 – (Arlington, Texas) – Z-Wave Alliance contest winner and Texas-based HAB Home Intelligence will launch a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter.com to bring iBlinds, a DIY home automation kit, to the market. The product will allow customers to make their existing window blinds “smart” and to control multiple devices with a touch of one button on a phone, tablet, PC or Z-Wave remote. iBlinds is an easy-to-install solution for homeowners looking to automate and control the blinds already in their home. No need to purchase any special tools, order a new set of blinds or even call … [Read more...]
Sigma Designs Announces Break-Through Z-Wave® UL Component Recognition
Fremont, CA – February 18, 2016 – Sigma Designs, Inc. ® (NASDAQ: SIGM), a leading provider of intelligent system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for Smart TV and Internet of Things (IoT) for Smart Home, today announced their Z-Wave modules models ZM5101, ZM5202 , and ZM5304 with protocol SDK version 6.60 have been evaluated to UL’s standards for home security, enabling new applications for professional security sensors and other devices in the multi-billion dollar home security business in the US. Professional security sensors such as door and window and motion sensors make up the majority of … [Read more...]
Z-Wave Scores Huge UL Win for Security, a First for Mesh Technology
Z-Wave, arguably the leading home automation technology today, may soon become the top home-security protocol as well. UL has approved the latest Z-Wave protocol for UL 1023 compliance, giving Z-Wave the green light for professional alarm installations, and mitigating consumer concerns about hacking the smart home. Today, more than 20 million security sensors, alarm panels and other security devices are installed each year, primarily by security professionals who must install UL-certified products. Most of the UL-compliant sensors utilize one-way radios operating at 300/400 MHz frequencies. … [Read more...]
Top 4 Trends Impacting the Connected Home Security Market Through 2020
Global market research company, Technavio, has come out with a report providing an analysis on the most important trends impacting the global connected home security system market through 2020. An emerging trend was defined as a factor that has the potential to significantly impact the market and contribute to its growth or decline. The top four emerging trends driving the global connected home security system market as identified by Technavio’s ICT research analysts are: 1. High growth potential of home cloud solutions According to Technavio, home cloud solutions consist of three types of … [Read more...]
Systech IoT Gateway and Software Wins Top Award at IoT Competition
Systech was recognized by a panel of industry experts as the provider with the “Best Overall IoT Solution”. The Battle of the Platforms event was held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as part of IoT Evolution, an event that draws hundreds of individuals interested in IoT (the Internet of Things). This is Systech’s third consecutive award over recent years, and Systech leads the industry with more awards than any other company from this event. Although many people are familiar with the potential powerful economic and customer service benefits that IoT (Internet of Things) could bring to their … [Read more...]
Qolsys Making Meaningful Headway in Crowded Home Controls Market
Since its inaugural launch at ISC West in 2013, San Jose, Calif.-based Qolsys has made significant progress advancing its flagship product — the IQ Panel — in the rapidly expanding wireless security and home controls marketplace. In the following conversation, Michael Hackett, co-founder and vice president of sales & marketing, discusses the company’s portfolio at length, among related topics. Qolsys took a big risk entering a very crowded market with some big, big companies. How has Qolsys managed to break through? The short answer is by listening to the customer — as in the end user … [Read more...]
HiddenWires ISE Interview: Mitchell Klein, Executive Director of The Z-Wave Alliance
Mitchell Klein joined the Z-Wave Alliance in September 2015, following 30 years in the CE and smart home industries. As the director of business development for Universal Remote Control for eight years, Klein was a key member of the senior team that grew URC from a remote control company to a smart home integration system supplier to the CEDIA channel, along the way transforming the company into a dealer-focused system supplier by developing multi-level strategies for new products and dealer training. The CEO at the award-winning integration firm Media Systems for 14 years, Klein also … [Read more...]
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