Josh One Leverages AI to Assist in Smart Home Configurations, Automation Setup

The prominent voice control manufacturer debuts its first AI-powered smart home platform alongside a new RMR payment model for its systems.

Sep 08, 2023

Somfy Details New PoE Motors, API, Smart Building Solutions at CEDIA Expo 2023

Somfy (booth #2724 at CEDIA Expo) to highlight latest motorized shades motors; TaHoma App; support for RTS, Zigbee, SDN, and PoE; Synergy API; power options; and SDN line.

Aug 31, 2023

Wolf Drapery Taps into an Oft Overlooked Product Category for Integrators

Miami-based Wolf Drapery integrates with major automation providers to expand window treatment and drapes category opportunity for dealers; looking to meet with CEDIA Expo 2023 attendees in Denver.

Aug 30, 2023

Somfy Introduces Magnetic Charging

Somfy, a global manufacturer of motors for interior window coverings and exterior solar protections, has announced the launch of magnetic charging options for its V2 Li-ion Embedded Motors and Li-ion External Battery Pack. The company explains the ne

May 19, 2023

Product Briefs SomfyZigBee

Somfy Debuts New Motors Based on Zigbee 3.0

Somfy announced at the International Window Coverings Expo in Charlotte, N.C, a new ecosystem of products using Zigbee 3.0 technology. This line of Somfy motors will be available in North America in Q3 later this year to power and control shades, bli

Apr 21, 2023

Bond Bridge Announces Partnerships

The Bond Bridge platform brings smartphone/tablet control to RF-controlled shades from Somfy, Rollease Acmeda, Nice, Bofu, A-OK, and Dooya. One Bond Bridge ($99) can manage thirty shades (plus ceiling fans and fireplaces) throughout a 2,500 sq. ft.

Apr 19, 2023