Archives for March 28, 2016

EchoStar launches new smart home system

March 28, 2016 by David Edwards

EchoStar Technologies has launched its new Sage by Hughes security and smart home system.

EchoStar describes Sage as “a secure, affordable, flexible and easy-to-use security and smart home solution” that can be controlled from the TV and an app on iOS or Android mobile devices.

The Sage Hub, which connects through any video source via HDMI to the TV, creates a video-centric smart home control system at the center of the home.

To support the product launch, EchoStar is rolling out Sage’s Easy Is Awesome marketing campaign across the US in various print, digital and out-of-home media outlets.

Taylor Morrison and Legrand ‘revolutionize’ home automation

March 28, 2016 by David Edwards

Taylor Morrison, a US homebuilder and developer, and Legrand, a high-performance network infrastructure hardware company, have partnered to “revolutionize household automation” through the launch of Taylor Morrison’s newest high-tech product, the Interactive Home 2.0.

The new Interactive Home 2.0 features Intuity Home Intelligence, an intuitive home automation system by Legrand. With its in-wall interface and applications for tablets and mobile devices, users can effortlessly control their comfort, security, lighting and entertainment within their homes.

The Intuity Home Intelligence system takes in-home automation to the next level with innovative features that enhance the homeowner’s ability to connect and customize their living experience. [Read more…] about Taylor Morrison and Legrand ‘revolutionize’ home automation

ABB integrates building automation into Microsoft’s Danish offices

March 28, 2016 by David Edwards

abb knx — The Microsoft offices in Denmark where ABB has installed its KNX building automation system

Company claims to have sold its KNX intelligent building products to thousands of others already

ABB has supplied a number of its building automation solutions, including daylight harvesting, to “increase the energy efficiency and comfort” for new Microsoft offices near Copenhagen, Denmark.

ABB’s KNX building control platform is used in several thousand installations worldwide, claims the company.

It utilizes what it calls “the Internet of Things, Services and People (IoTSP)” to adapt control functions in line with the natural rhythm of the day. [Read more…] about ABB integrates building automation into Microsoft’s Danish offices