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Ajax Systems is proud to announce its victory at the Security Awards 2024 in the UK hosted by Corporate Vision. The company has been recognized as the “Best Smart Home Security Equipment Manufacturer 2024,” solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the industry. Security Awards The Security Awards is a prestigious program that recognizes and honors the best of the best in the security industry. Organized by Corporate Vision magazine, these awards aim to showcas...
Yale, a pioneer in smart home security announced, the launch of Yale Pro® 2, the brand’s latest product line for the professional and multi-family market. Yale Pro 2 delivers the next generation of smart lock solutions to revolutionize how builders, integrators, and multi-family customers streamline access management and improve building security. Yale Pro 2 Yale Pro 2 includes the trusted convenience and security features that Yale smart locks are known for, including a variety of...
ASSA ABLOY ACCENTRA™ and DoorBird provide a comprehensive solution for property owners looking to enhance the security of their property while adding valuable convenience for their residents and staff. Secure and convenient With this new integration, the DoorBird IP video intercom can be managed seamlessly within the ACCENTRA Mult-family dashboard, eliminating the need to manage two separate systems. ACCENTRA allows a secure and convenient way for residents and staff to access all...
Yale, a pioneer in smart home security, announced the launch of Yale Pro® 2, the brand’s latest product line for the professional and multi-family market. Yale Pro 2 delivers the next generation of smart lock solutions to revolutionize how builders, integrators, and multi-family customers streamline access management and improve building security. Range of additional features Yale Pro 2 includes the trusted convenience and security features that Yale smart locks are known...
Pyronix proudly announces the update of its renowned EURO 46, introducing the EURO 76 product line, marking an important progression in the company’s commitment to delivering customer-focused solutions that reliably address ever-evolving security needs. EURO 76 Laurence Kenny, Marketing Director, said, “The EURO 76 retains all the innovative features that made its predecessor a standout in the security industry." He adds, "With its hybrid capabilities, the EURO 76 seam...
Hikvision has launched the AX HOME series wireless alarm system designed to meet the needs of homeowners. The AX HOME Series builds on Hikvision’s commitment to deliver cutting-edge, reliable alarm systems that are both cost-effective and user-friendly. AX HOME series Certified to meet European Standards for Intruder Alarm Systems EN grade 2, the AX HOME series ensures homeowners a robust protection system that meets some of the world’s most demanding industry standards. It...
As the global supply chain continues to shift, with manufacturing as a key driver, Vietnam, ASEAN’s fastest-growing market has grown bolder in its development aspirations. From integrated security to fire safety, smart buildings, and smart parking solutions, these business prospects are emerging. Secutech Vietnam 2024 Secutech Vietnam 2024 will once again take place at the heart of the country, Ho Chi Minh City, at Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre, from 14 –16 August 2...
The Connectivity Standards Alliance ("Alliance") Product Security Working Group is pleased to announce the release of their IoT (Internet of Things) Device Security Specification 1.0, with the accompanying certification program, and Product Security Verified Mark. This groundbreaking initiative aims to establish a unified IoT cybersecurity standard and certification program, providing manufacturers with a one-stop solution to certify their devices, enabling them to comply with mu...
Comelit-PAC has launched a new portfolio of LOGOS monitors, designed to enable installers to upgrade door entry systems, quickly and efficiently using NFC communications and the MyComelit app. The new LOGOS monitor series from the security and fire safety specialist - globally known for its high-specification solutions - represents a major leap forward in smart door entry system upgrades, offering installers exceptional ease of use and enhanced functionality. LOGOS monitor application By harn...
DoorBird will be attending ISC West 2024, the premier security industry event, showcasing its latest innovations in smart doorbell technology. As a global provider of video intercom systems, DoorBird is excited to present their cutting-edge solutions to security professionals and industry experts. DoorBird invites all attendees to visit booth #9074 to experience firsthand how DoorBird is revolutionizing home security and access control. ISC West ISC West is the largest converged securit...
The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology announces that the specification for ZWLR for the European market has been completed, and will be made available to member companies in an upcoming release. ZWLR certification program “From the moment we announced ZWLR for the North American market, the Alliance has been hard at work to make the spec available to our valued members in Europe,” said Avi Rosent...
Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, released its Home Management OS 8.8.601 software update following its major feature release with the OS 8.8 in June 2023. WHAT: The Nice Home Management OS 8.8.601 software update delivers improved user experience, and enhanced performance, and introduces new drivers for more integration across utilities, video, security, climate, lighting and more. Features of software update Highlighted features from the software update inclu...
Brinks Home™, one of North America’s pioneering home security and alarm monitoring companies, welcomes sales veteran Mike Hackett as its Senior Vice President of Enterprise Business Development. With a proven track record of driving growth and establishing successful partnerships throughout his more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience, Hackett is set to play a pivotal role in advancing Brinks Home's strategic initiatives. Mike's extensive experience In his new role, H...
With an increase in hybrid and remote working, and many people having spent more time at home over the past few years, a recent survey by Resideo has highlighted that 32% of homeowners feel more concerned about home security than they did pre-pandemic. The survey of 1,000 homeowners investigated the level of concern felt by homeowners, as well as looking into the technology and features that now held the most appeal when it came to choosing an alarm system. Home Safety Greater anxiety regardi...
Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, Inc. (Daikin), a subsidiary of Daikin Industries, Ltd., a manufacturer of heating, cooling, and refrigerant products, and XOi, the provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, are transforming the possibilities of field service technology through a new strategic relationship. AI- and data-driven solution Together, Daikin and XOi are working to revolutionize the way technicians interact with tech...
The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, announces a burst of updates including an exciting new member, availability of in-demand educational resources, and support for dozens of Z-Wave Alliance member companies at CES 2024. On the heels of announcing the newly elected Board of Directors, the bevy of announcements from the Z-Wave Alliance marks an explosive start to 2024. OliverIQ Joins the Z-Wave Allian...
Siemens unveiled innovations that are combining the real world and the digital worlds to redefine reality as it opened CES 2024, the world’s pioneering technology gathering. Siemens announced new partnerships and breakthroughs in AI and immersive engineering to enable the industrial metaverse, and highlighted how these technologies are empowering the world’s innovators to thrive using its open digital business platform, Siemens Xcelerator. Author's quote Siemens is proud to anno...
OliverIQ announces its official launch at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, with the debut of their groundbreaking Smart Home as a Service (SHaaS) platform. This launch heralds a new era in the smart home by offering a subscription model with unlimited support and a user-friendly app for control and real automation of the most popular smart home devices. Partnering with national and global service providers, OliverIQ aims to scale its SHaaS platform rapidly, offering comprehensive produ...
Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, is proud to announce the HR40 Multifunction Remote Control was recognized as a 2024 CES Innovation Award Honoree. To reinforce the importance of innovation and transformation in smart home technology, Paul Williams, Managing Director of the Home Management Business Unit, will discuss evolving product strategies during a panel discussion at Parks Associates’ CONNECTIONS Summit at CES. This year’s participation in CES u...
Abode Systems, the provider of DIY smart home security solutions, announces today the next evolution in smart home security camera offerings, the Abode Edge Camera. First wireless home security camera Forged in partnership with Morse Micro, the leading Wi-Fi HaLow silicon vendor, and Xailient, the leader in edge AI for computer vision, this category-defining solution is the world’s first wireless home security camera supercharged with AI-at-the-edge capabilities, a transmission ra...
The Z-Wave Alliance, the standards development organization dedicated to advancing the smart home and Z-Wave® technology, announces the newly elected Z-Wave Alliance Board of Directors, shares updates on the organization’s upcoming core initiatives and announces upcoming 2024 events. Z-Wave Alliance Directors 2024 Effective, the updated roster of roles and representatives spanning the connected home and IoT industry is as follows: Chairman of the Board – Avi R...
Dahua Technology, a world-pioneering video-centric smart AIoT solution and service provider, has been constantly embracing its corporate social responsibility to contribute to the well-being of communities and society. This year, Dahua actively contributed to the sustainable development of people and the environment through its charitable donations and Tech for Good initiatives, making a difference in various fields including green energy, education, healthcare, and more. Environmental p...
ADI Global Distribution, a major distributor of security, AV and low-voltage products, announced a new distribution agreement with global supplier - Belden. ADI customers across EMEA will have access to the networking, connectivity, and cable product lines from Belden. Infrastructure solutions ADI remains committed to providing our customers with access to the products they need" "ADI remains committed to providing our customers with access to the products they need to successfully des...
Kaadas Group, a pioneer with over 30 years of dedication to the lock industry, announces that three additional Z-Wave smart lock models, including the KA202 Z-Wave Fingerprint Keypad Deadbolt, KA210 Z-Wave Key-Free Touchpad Deadbolt, and KA214 Z-Wave Touchpad Lever locks are now each certified by Alarm.com. This certification ensures the interoperability of select Kaadas locks with Alarm.com, the pioneering platform for the intelligently connected property. Z-Wave smart lock models In J...
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a global provider of solutions for home comfort, energy management, security, and safety launched a new video surveillance offering for residential and light commercial applications at its CONNECT 2023 Customer Event. The First Alert® Visual Experience (VX) Series features two video solutions that offer meaningful notifications for person, vehicle, animal, and package detection: the new First Alert® Outdoor Camera and the First Alert® Video Doorbell, anno...
Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated announced the Lepton UW, the world's first micro-thermal camera module with an ultrawide 160-degree field of view (FOV) that is small enough to fit on the tip of a finger. The new ultra-wide module provides unbeatable size, weight, and performance for applications requiring a wide field of view, including fire detection, process monitoring, and people counting. Lepton UW features Lepton UW features a usable 120 x 120 thermal resol...
The dates are set for the return of Secutech, Asia’s ultimate business and technology platform for security, loT, and AI integration. Together with facial recognition, big data, 5G, or cloud computing, these security technologies continue to advance at a rapid pace and Secutech remains one of the most influential platforms to reflect these trends. The 25th edition will be held from 24 – 26 April 2024 at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center. More than 300 local and international exhi...
In a world where safety and security are paramount, Monitoreal is proud to announce the launch of the Monitoreal Secure Guard App, allowing Monitoreal users to see what matters most in and around their properties, right from their pockets. Modern living demands modern solutions, and the Monitoreal Secure Guard App is designed to meet the needs of individuals and businesses alike. This all-in-one, comprehensive surveillance app offers on-the-go accessibility, making it easier than ever to protec...
Homeowners across the country are increasingly adopting smart home devices with hopes of protecting their homes and adding convenience. At the same time, preventable homeowners' insurance claims, such as water damage from leaky pipes, are becoming more frequent and costly. To address this issue, Nationwide, one of the country's largest home insurers, and Resideo Technologies, the global provider of Honeywell Home smart thermostats and First Alert® solutions that provide home comfort, life s...
Smart Spaces announces that its chief executive and co-founder, Dan Drogman, has been named by LDC as ‘One to Watch’ at its annual Top 50 Most Ambitious Business Pioneers 2023 awards scheme. Created by a trusted investment partner LDC-part of Lloyds Banking Group, and supported by The Times newspaper, The LDC Top 50 champions the business pioneers who are pushing for growth and building successful medium-sized businesses. This year’s nominations–which totaled almost...
