Control

News

Olibra Looks to Expand Awareness of its Bond Bridge IoT Platform

Appoints Muto Communications as PR agency to promote platform, which brings app-based control to RF remote-controlled ceiling fans, motorized shades, fireplaces.

Audio

Russound Now Shipping Single Gang Keypad

New keypad is compatible with Russound MBX-Series Wi-Fi streamers and MCA-Series controller amplifiers.

News

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Josh.ai Create the Hotel Room of the Future

Voice-controlled pilot explores the possibilities of privacy focused AI in hospitality.

Awards

URC Announces 7th Annual Unsurpassed Award Winners

Celebrating excellence in unique residential and commercial automation from URC dealers.

Automation

CEDIA Expo 2021: iRoom iO’s touchDock and New touchDock Mini

Offers vertical or horizontal in-wall flush mounting with flexible installation capabilities and motorized iPad removal.

Automation

Case Study: RTI Control on the Go

RTI delivers customized Control for a Russian celebrity’s decked-out Mercedes-Benz.

Automation

Nortek Debuts New ELAN System Control Platform and Software

Focuses on project flexibility with the addition of Z-Wave compatibility.

Automation

URC Announces Q1 Integrations for Total Control

URC integrates with hundreds of brands to deliver smart automation solutions.

Automation

iRoom Releases Docking Stations for New iPad Air

Available in tabletop, on-wall, and in-wall models.

Automation

Rako Releases Lighting Driver for ELAN

Provides two-way control and feedback over connected devices.

Automation

URC and BluOS Partner on Audio Distribution Control

Allows seamless control of high-definition audio streaming via URC’s control products to BluOS-enabled products.

Blogs

A Tale of Two Touch Panel Strategies

To use touch panels or not to use touch panels — that is the question.

Automation

Crestron Introduces Next-Generation 70 Series Touch Screens

New models feature a modern design and flexible placement.

Automation

URC Partners with Somfy Partner for Whole-Home Shade Control

Collaboration allows control of Somfy powered shades, blinds, and curtains via URC’s control products.

Automation

RTI Updates Pro Control

Improvements include a new user interface, mobile app, config software, product kits, and website.

Automation

Crestron Collaborates with Delos

The Crestron 3-Series Control System integrates with the Delos DARWIN Home Wellness Intelligence platform.

Automation

Brilliant Announces New Platform Designed for Multifamily Properties

Offers user-friendly smart apartment experience and a platform to help property managers reduce operating expenses and provide better customer service.

Audio

Powersoft Releases Q-SYS and Crestron Plug-ins for Mezzo Series Amps

Also announce Q-SYS support for Duecanali, Quattrocanali, and Ottocanali series amplifiers.

Lighting & Shades

Screen Innovations Now Shipping Fontus

Provides two-way power and control over two-conductor wire.

Lighting & Shades

Control4 Announces Essential Lighting

Essential Lighting adds a dimmer, switch, auxiliary keypad, and two plug-in models for an end-to-end smart lighting line.

Automation

URC Introduces Custom Device Layouts

Allows for more UI customization options to Total Control smart automation and control system.

Automation

ISE 2020: URC Total Control Adds Two-Way Integration of August Smart Locks

Allows end users to lock or unlock any door with August locks and view status.

Automation

ISE 2020: Crestron Shows New Media Room Controller; Latest Update to Crestron Home

Company shows the new MC4-R controller and the latest Crestron Home updates.

News

Nortek Announces Partnership with PowerHouse Alliance to Enter the Single-Room Control Market Segment

ELAN bundled SC-100-SR system controller and HR1 handheld remote provide high-performance media room control.

Automation

URC Introduces Two-Way Module for Integration with Russound Controllers

Enhances the flexibility of both systems for custom installers.

News

Case Study: Integrating Home and Business

Indianapolis’ first downtown luxury auto club and event space gets security and control with ELAN and Linear Access — just like in the owners’...

Automation

Savant Introduces Home App for Apple TV

Clients can intuitively access key home control features through the television.

Audio

Dynaudio Unveils New In-Surface Subwoofer

Also announces integration software for home control systems.

Automation

ELAN Adds Cloud-Based Integration with Jandy iAquaLink RS Controls

Allows for control of pools and spas with the ELAN system.

Automation

RTI Introduces Driver for IP Control of LG’s Smart TVs

Using a network connection, driver simplifies integration and provides users with one-button access to webOS apps.

Blogs

Analysis: Control4 and SnapAV Complete Merger

What we’ve learned about how the merged companies will operate.

News

SnapAV and Control4 Complete Merger

Combined company to expand investments in solutions and services, driving growth, efficiency and value for technology professionals.

Automation

ELAN Adds Integration with NOON Lighting

NOON Light control can now be managed through an ELAN system.

The New Generation of Residential and Commercial Control Delivers a Truly Personalized Customer Experience

With the launch and evolution of its premium Total Control 2.0 automation and control platform about two years ago, URC has emerged as a...

Automation

RTI Ships New Tabletop/Wall-Mounted Touchpanels

The touchpanels offer versatility in placement and orientation, and features the company’s first 8-inch model (KA8) and its largest model to date (KA11).