Automation
Linxura Releases the New Linxura Smart Controller
Allows control of more than 50 smart home devices without a hub.
Automation
News
Bond Bridge Now Compatible With Alpha Motors
Bond Bridge works with Alpha Motors’ indoor and outdoor tubular motors for shades, louvers, drapes, and more.
News
RTI Partners With the AiN Group
The relationship gives AiN Group members access to RTI, Blustream, and Pro Control solutions.
News
Research: New White Paper Analyzes Benefits for Zero Net Energy Homes
According to Parks Associates, 48 percent of U.S. internet households report altering their behaviors to consume less energy.
Automation
New Tech Week: Control4 Halo Remote Control Review
While the venerable SR-260 has served the industry well, the new Halo remotes pave Control4’s way to the future.
Automation
Josh.ai Launches AppleTV Deep-Linking and iOS App Notifications
Josh.ai users are now able to control their AppleTV viewing experience with conversational voice and text commands.
News
Draper At Home Roller Shades Integrate With Bond Bridge
Bond’s Bridge and Keypad make for greater integration of Draper at Home into any smart home control system.
Audio
Powersoft Adds Control4 Plug-In to Mezzo
Control4 users can access standby control, gain and mute control, input matrix control, analog sources, and amplifier status for all connected Mezzo devices.
News
RTI Adds Tony Wichterman to Sales Team
RTI has appointed Tony Wichterman as inside sales representative. Wichterman will support customers in the central and west U.S. regions for both RTI and Blustream....
News
URC Now Integrates with Juke Audio’s Multi-Room Audio System
Users can access Juke Audio’s audio platforms via URC’s Total Control whole-home automation system.
News
Blackwire Designs’ WiZ Pro Driver for Control4 Allows for Easier Lighting Control
Elevates lighting control with automatic detection and installation of device drivers, two-way control with feedback, and more.
News
URC Now Integrates With Storm Audio’s Audio Systems
New integration brings the ultimate movie viewing platform, integrated into the premiere automation system.
News
Case Study: Full, Customized Control for Pub
RTI fulfills restaurant owner’s AV-over-IP vision for simple audio, video, and lighting control.
Lighting & Shades
Review: Lutron RadioRA 3 Lighting and Palladiom Shading System
A look at this latest generation from install to operation.
Automation
Savant AI Technology to Integrate with Siri
Users can control and automate their living spaces via Savant’s AI integration with Siri through the Apple iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, HomePod, and CarPlay.
Awards
URC Announces Winners of 9th Annual Unsurpassed Awards
Categories for consideration include Best Residential, Best Commercial, Most Unique, and Best International.
Awards
Crestron Announces Its 2023 Home Technology Award Winners
Across nine different categories, 10 winners were chosen.
News
Nice Completes Convergence of ELAN, SpeakerCraft, and Panamax Lines
The transition marks the first in a series of rebrands to create a comprehensive solutions portfolio under Nice.
Automation
Savant Gives Homeowners Visibility into System With Home Manager Dashboard
Homeowners can view system status, manage user permissions, camera recordings, and more—plus access to subscription status, new software features, and upgrade options.
Blogs
CEDIA Expo 2023: Crestron Presents Big Updates for Dealers
Crestron is bursting with news at this year’s CEDIA Expo — and not all of it is related to product introductions.
Blogs
2023 CEDIA Shares: Crestron
Crestron gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2023 exhibit.
Automation
Crestron Home OS 4 to Debut at CEDIA Expo 2023
Features a completely new, intuitive interface for the client while further speeding and simplifying installation for dealers.
Blogs
2023 CEDIA Shares: Snap One
Snap One gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2023 exhibit.
Blogs
2023 CEDIA Shares: Josh.ai
Josh.ai gives Residential Systems readers a sneak peek at what the company is planning for its CEDIA Expo 2023 exhibit.
Behind the Business
Real-World AI for the CI
Savant and Josh.ai break through the hype with new artificial intelligence–driven products that will have an impact on custom installers and their clients.
Automation
PoEWit Expands Integration With URC
Users can control and manage PoEWit lighting alongside other smart home solutions using a URC control panel.
CEDIA Show
URC Reveals Plans for CEDIA Expo 2023
URC enhances and expands its portfolio with benefits for its exclusive dealer group.
Automation
Control4 Halo Touch Remote Now Shipping
Newest handheld remote for Control4 offers a 3.2-inch touchscreen, access to OS3 favorites, and premium-machined aluminum construction.
Automation
RTI Adds Driver That Allows Integration with Sonos
Verified by the Works with Sonos program, the new driver enables added control and automation of Sonos products within an RTI smart home.
News
Josh.ai Brands Itself as a Full Control Solution
The system has grown from natural voice control to a complete control system.
Automation
Airzone Integrates With Lutron for Precise Temperature Control
New integration enables zoned or single-zone Inverter/VRF HVAC control through Lutron interfaces.
Automation
RTI Integrates With Black Nova Keypads
New driver allows 64 ALBA, ARIA, Black Jack, or AXES series keypads to act as control inputs for RTI control systems.
Automation
Shelly Debuts First Line of Z-Wave Smart Home Products
The use of Z-Wave technology allows for a longer and more stable broadcast range.
Blogs
Sharing John Clancy
Crestron’s chief sales officer discusses his plans for the entire company — and what it means for the residential side he helped grow.
News
RTI Integrates With Ajax Security Systems
New driver allows RTI control systems to arm, disarm, trigger, and show status of Ajax Jeweller wireless home security devices.
Automation
Josh.ai Reveals New Features and Products, Including the GPT-Powered Home
New features include JoshGPT, Intelligent Areas, and new System Setup and Device Default functions, as well as a new Josh Remote.
Automation
Nice/ELAN Announces OS 8.8 Software Upgrade
New features include Autonomic Premium Driver and cross-platform Configurator application.
Awards
URC Opens Entries for Its 9th Annual Unsurpassed Dealer Awards
Entries will be accepted from authorized URC dealers through Friday, July 28, 2023.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Launches New DecoFlex Wirefree Surface
The wall-mounted keypad can be used for automated interior and exterior control.
Automation
Crestron Debuts New TST-1080 Wireless Touch Screen
Featuring a high-contrast 10.1-inch capacitive LED touch screen, the TST-1080 allows completely customizable control.
Automation
Blackwire Designs Deploys Yamaha MTX Universal Driver for Control4 Systems
Two-way driver with customizable interface powers multi-zone commercial installations with audio mixers, volume control, and microphone integration.
Awards
Crestron Names Guest Judges for the 2023 Home Technology Awards
The Crestron Awards Program is now accepting entries that demonstrate the possibilities and experiences smart home technology can provide.