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Thermostat Manufacturers Work to Keep User Data Safe

Cybersecurity is top of mind for makers of internet-connected HVAC thermostats and controls

Jen Anesi

October 17, 2016

Industry manufacturers have been actively working to ensure customer data are safe and secure.

The NEWS’ Panel Members Pick their Favorite Thermostats, Controls

Members of The NEWS’ contractor panel share their favorite products

Jen Anesi

October 17, 2016

Several members of The NEWS’ contractor advisory panel unveil their favorite thermostats and share what they like most about the products.

Honeywell Intl. Inc.: Connected Thermostat

October 17, 2016

This connected thermostat features installation and access via the Lyric app (iOS and Android) and customized geofencing, which allows it to easily adapt to the end user’s schedule. The thermostat’s options may be configured at the unit itself.

Thread Group, EEBus Create Liaison to Accelerate Smart Home Solutions

Will collaborate to streamline product development and reduce fragmentation of IoT market

October 13, 2016

The Thread Group and EEBus Initiative e.V announced that the two alliances will collaborate in their efforts to build interoperable solutions for the smart home. As a result of this alliance, the organizations expect their members will benefit from access to key shared resources.

Smart Home Firm, Nexia, Adds Geo-Fencing for Greater Automation

Smartphone GPS tells Nexia when user is home or away to trigger automatic operations

October 13, 2016

Smart home firm, Nexia™, a brand of Ingersoll Rand, announced it has enhanced the convenience of its smart home system by adding geo-fencing. The feature gives subscribers easier, more seamless control, such as automatically adjusting the thermostat when they leave for work and when they head home.

Venstar’s ColorTouch Wi-Fi Thermostat Named Product of the Year

Company offers six models, three for residential use and three for commercial use

October 12, 2016

Venstar® announced that its ColorTouch® touch screen Wi-Fi® thermostat was named a 2016 Product of the Year by Business Intelligence Group’s BIG Award for Business awards program. The BIG Awards reward companies, products, and people that are leading their respective industries.

Enphase Integrates Solar, Storage, and Home Energy Management

System said to offer simplicity, reliability, and ease of installation

September 27, 2016

Enphase Energy Inc. has unveiled its Enphase Home Energy Solution with IQ™, what the company calls a next-generation integrated solar, energy storage, and energy management offering.

ZigBee Home Automation Market to Grow at 26% CAGR to 2020

The growing number of smart homes will be a key trend for growth in this segment

September 26, 2016

The global ZigBee home automation market is forecast to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26 percent from 2016 to 2020, according to a report from Sandler Research.

Uponor Inc.: Touchscreen Thermostat

September 19, 2016

This product is designed for precise temperature control of residential hydronic radiant heating systems based on operative temperature-sensing capabilities.

Carrier Smart Thermostat Now Compatible with Amazon Echo

Ability to work with Amazon’s Alexa-enabled devices is latest enhancement

September 16, 2016

Carrier has announced that its Côr smart thermostat is now compatible with Amazon’s popular Alexa-enabled devices such as the Echo and Echo Dot. This compatibility allows homeowners to easily direct the thermostat to set and change temperature by voice command.