News
JVC Partners with Control4
The control system is compatible with all JVC D-ILA projector models.
Automation
News
Acoustic Design Systems to Showcase the Latest in Smart Home Automation at Ascaya’s The Canyon Residences
Currently under construction, the new luxury community designed and built by Blue Heron will be pre-equipped with Crestron Home.
News
URC Total Control Integrates With Hisense TVs
Works across all Hisense connected TV models, allowing streamlined access to apps, content, and features.
News
Crestron Announces Tariff Surcharge Plans
Company will add a 5% tariff surcharge to invoices beginning May 1.
Automation
Airzone Adds Three New Models to Aidoo Product Line
Zigbee, wired Ethernet, and Smart Thermostat Interface Aidoo models are now available in North America.
News
URC Promises to Absorb Tariff Costs
In a letter to dealers, company founder and CEO Chang K. Park revealed that URC would not be raising prices due to tariffs.
Automation
Josh.ai Celebrates Tenth Birthday With Limited Edition Gold Josh One
Available now, the metallic gold Josh One was produced in a small batch and is offered in limited quantities.
News
BluOS and Josh.ai Announce AI-Powered Integration
BluOS users can now use JoshGPT to gain deeper musical insights and easily find songs.
News
Savant Now Integrates With ClimateMaster Heat Pumps
ClimateMaster heat pump owners can now access Savant’s full climate control experience.
Automation
Josh.ai Stacks Up Product Announcements and Updates at its Winter Launch Event
Announcements include a new Josh One, reimagined music experience, DoorLink intercom, and more.
Audio
Autonomic and URC Unveil Expanded M Series Support and Faster UI Performance
Now compatible with the M5 PRO and M3 music servers for smarter control, faster listening access, and personalized listening.
Events
Josh.ai Announces 2025 Winter Launch Event
Takes place Tuesday, March 11, at 11:00 AM PST/2:00 PM EST.
News
Alfred International Announces Integration with URC Total Control System
Integration allows URC dealers to incorporate all Z-Wave-enabled Alfred smart locks into URC Total Control installations.
Automation
ISE 2025: Crestron Announces New Product Integrations and a Remote Refresh
Crestron Home OS 4.4 introduces a suite of new integrations designed to redefine smart, sustainable living.
News
Nice Announces Plans for ISE 2025
Highlights premium speakers, advanced automation software, indoor-outdoor integration, and more.
News
Crestron Releases ‘2024 Sustainability Report’
The report demonstrates the path toward a greener future and reveals key milestones.
Lighting & Shades
Lightapalooza 2025: Savant Shows Premium GE Smart Lighting and Shading for CI Market; New Smart Power Solution
GE Proseo lighting and shades combine the brand recognition and trust of GE with Savant’s smart home control.
News
RTI Appoints David Cesar as Western Region Sales Manager
Will support residential and commercial integrators with RTI and Blustream solutions.
News
URC and Sonos Offer Enhanced Integration
New integration expands control and automation with enhanced functionality.
Automation
Nice Launches New Native Voice Assistant
Now available with the NiceOS 8.9 software upgrade, the voice assistant integrates with the Nice Home Management platform for enhanced control.
News
Josh.ai Reveals Top 10 Voice Commands of 2024
The results highlight the most popular activations in custom homes and provide a starting point when introducing clients to voice control’s convenience.
News
Nice North America Announces Executive Appointments
Danielle Karr has been named as vice president of marketing for North America; Daniel Antolin has been appointed CFO.
News
Josh.ai Unveils 2024 “Powered By You” Report
Josh.ai is sharing how smart home clients are embracing modern control in the era of AI.
Lighting & Shades
Nice Unveils New Sun Shades Power and Control Panel
Nice is also providing hands-on training and in-field assistance for dealers.
News
Case Study: Invisible Automation in a Mountain Estate
Utah’s Audio Wizards use the URC Total Control System to give this luxury homeowner providing top-tier functionality while maintaining the home’s aesthetic appeal.
Automation
URC and Elk Products Introduce Second Integration Between Products
Module allows for two-way control of the ELK E27 alarm panels via all current URC touchscreen interfaces.
Automation
Axion Adds New 10-Inch Android PoE Touchscreen Panel
Featuring a high-resolution display and the ability to run any tablet app in the Google Play Store such as the Control4, Crestron, NICE, RTI,...
News
URC Adds Voice Interaction Features to Virtual Assistant
Phase 2 of the Virtual Assistant gives dealers a hands-free way to access technical information.
Automation
Nice Launches OS 8.9
Update offers enhanced security and seamless integration with third-party devices.
News
Somfy Launches Sustainable Housing Program in California
Pilot program is aimed at reducing the costs of utilities and homeownership
News
Nice Strengthens Marketing Support
Key appointment and resource updates provide framework for 2025.
News
Crestron Opens New York City Flagship Center
Located in the New York Design Center, it provides an immersive environment where visitors can experience the full potential of Crestron's solutions firsthand.
Automation
OliverIQ Releases Multi-Protocol Hub
Hub includes built-in customer support from the AI-powered Ollie chatbot.
Automation
Nice Releases NiceOS 8.9 Software Upgrade, Voice Assistant, and New Hardware
The software upgrade offers a more personalized approach with a better, faster, and stronger system.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Launches SDN Connect Digital Network Solution for Commercial Spaces
The Somfy Digital Network offers bi-directional communication, enabling visibility into the position and status of any motor on the network in real-time.
News
Specifi Partners with Nice North America
Allows Specifi users to deliver streamlined proposals and project management for the Nice Builder Program.
News
Savant to Deliver Smart Appliance Opportunities to the CI Channel
Partners with Monogram Appliances to develop the Savant Smart Hearth Oven.
News
Nice Now Integrates With Sonos
Update offers new Sonos search capabilities for Nice home management platform.
Automation
Snap One Debuts Redesigned Control4 X4 User Interface
Enhancements to the Control4 interface empower partners and customers with easier navigation, greater personalization, and enhanced Apple integration.
Automation
Wall-Smart Introduces Flush Mounts for Apple’s Latest iPads
Featuring Ethernet adapters, Wall-Smart flush mounts for Apple’s latest 11- and 13-inch iPad Pro and iPad Air models integrate seamlessly with wall surfaces and...
Awards
URC Announces Winners of 10th Annual Unsurpassed Awards
Awards celebrate excellence in unique residential and commercial automation.
Automation
Control4 Integrates Apple Music
Native integration of Apple Music brings millions of audio choices to new and legacy Control4 users.