Z-Wave In The News

Is the future of smart-home control local or centralized—or is there a third option? Residential homes will change more during the next couple of decades than they did during the hundreds of years preceding them. This is according to Jonathan Collins, research director at ABI Research, who explains further by saying that homes will expand in capability, function, and activity, thereby reflecting the wider global needs of the planet, economies, societies, and individuals. The homes themselves will not do this on their own, of course; it’ll be the people living within them who drive the … [Read more...]

DIY-installed monitoring devices are proving to be win-win solutions for insureds and insurers. The DIY mentality has been a powerful force helping transform technology and home projects for years. But what if DIY went a step further and was applied to security, helping homeowners protect their properties, cash in on insurance savings and lower risk for insurers in the process — sounds appealing, right? We’ll let you in on a little secret — this is already happening thanks to DIY smart home solutions. Their popularity is only trending upwards. Parks Associates reports that … [Read more...]

The 2022 Z-Wave State of the Ecosystem Report examines the current smart home landscape and explores future trends. Smart devices capture the imagination with the infinite possibilities for industry growth. After two years of being stuck at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a noticeable increase in homeowners seeking technology that not only adds convenience and comfort to their home, but also peace of mind with security features. Now that traveling, dine-in restaurants, and events have reopened, the need for feeling safe inside and outside of the home has risen. … [Read more...]

May 27, 2022 - In 2018, Brazilian developer Porte Construtora tasked Z-Wave Alliance member Flex Automation to add smart automation to a new apartment building dubbed Helen Altos do Tatuapé. The developer and Flex Automation were longstanding partners of 12 years, since Flex introduced Porte to Z-Wave technology’s benefits, and Flex had become the sole automation provider for all of Porte’s residential and commercial projects going forward.   For this project,Porte knew that in order to fill the multiple deluxe residences of the building with tenants, they needed to install amenities … [Read more...]

Customer demand for smart home security systems grew during the pandemic, and with more integrated conveniences available than ever before, shows no sign of slowing down. The cloud, AI, more IoT devices, and simple phone apps make it possible for residents to increase security and control many basic home functions — from unlocking doors to watching pets and children to tracking energy use. And smart home product manufacturers are introducing new conveniences every day, smartening up everything from doorbells to garage door openers. Throw a pandemic into the mix, which forced people to do … [Read more...]

Z-Wave Alliance executive director Mitch Klein walks through various pieces to tie together using the Z-Wave ecosystem for integrators to create a robust starter – but scalable – smart home. For many, getting started with a Z-Wave ecosystem smart home can feel daunting. With a plethora of technologies to choose from, open platforms, walled gardens, and standalone solutions, the role of the integrator is more important than ever. The rise of DIY (do it yourself) is at an all-time high – and that bodes well for the pro integration channel. Findings from the Z-Wave 2022 State of the … [Read more...]

Z-Wave Alliance executive director Mitch Klein walks through various pieces to tie together using the Z-Wave ecosystem for integrators to create a robust starter – but scalable – smart home. For many, getting started with a Z-Wave ecosystem smart home can feel daunting. With a plethora of technologies to choose from, open platforms, walled gardens, and standalone solutions, the role of the integrator is more important than ever. The rise of DIY (do it yourself) is at an all-time high – and that bodes well for the pro integration channel. Findings from the Z-Wave 2022 State of … [Read more...]

The emerging wellness category happens to go hand in hand with systems integrators are well acquainted with. Smart Water Solutions Continue to Grow in Popularity Among Homeowners Smart devices have come to capture the imagination of a variety of homeowners. And why not? Smart devices empower users to make their homes safer, more comfortable, healthier and above all, convenient. Many, like smart water devices, also help homeowners control valuable resources, something that has gradually been growing in popularity among consumers. According to the 2022 Z-Wave State … [Read more...]

August 31, 2021 After a year of unprecedented challenges and industry growth, the Z-Wave Alliance is thrilled to return to CEDIA Expo in the Z-Wave Pavilion, booth #3346. Z-Wave Alliance members Jasco, Qolsys, Yale, and Zooz will come together as we explore the latest Z-Wave-integrated applications and emerging smart home and IoT products. As we celebrate 20 years, we continue to expand our member base while making technical updates, such as Z-Wave Long Range, that strengthen the Z-Wave ecosystem across the residential smart home industry and in related verticals. The Z-Wave Pavilion … [Read more...]