Shelly Group AD brings a native version of its Shelly Smart Control App to select Audi models. To this end, the Shelly Smart Control app based on the Android Automotive OS will be available in the Audi Application Store. Customers can thus use the user-friendly range of functions for intelligent home automation intuitively via the familiar user interface of their vehicle’s infotainment system. This includes, for example, automatically opening and closing the garage door, and switching on the lights in the garage, in other rooms or throughout the house when coming home or leaving the house.
The integration of the Shelly Smart Control app into the Audi Application Store is carried out in cooperation with CARIAD, Volkswagen Group’s software company and Harman Ignite. It gives customers access to a wide variety of popular third-party apps, which are integrated into the infotainment system of the car. Regular online updates keep the apps in the infotainment system up to date.
Dimitar Dimitrov, the CEO and founder of Shelly Group, said, “We are thrilled to become part of Audi’s highly attractive digital ecosystem. As is our ambition, users are at the heart of the new functions and application areas of our app. With the native integration of our Shelly Smart Control app, we are further expanding our customer focus and technology leadership. We are confident that Audi customers will enjoy the integration of smart home in a customisable infotainment system.”
Wolfgang Kirsch, the CEO of Shelly Group, said, „The integration of our Shelly Smart Control app emphasises the relevance of the integration capability of technologies in the most diverse ecosystems as a success factor. This blending of different areas of life through smart technology will become even more important in the future. Our solutions are already being used in numerous products and services from well-known partners. We are therefore very proud that our technologically leading app and its innovations also meet Audi’s demands for exclusivity and performance.”
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April 22, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
The TALQ Consortium has released a new version 2.6.0 of its Smart City Protocol. Continuous evolution of the protocol ensures the interface standard constantly adapts to changing market needs. Version 2.6.0 introduces a new Cabinet Control profile, an extension of active periods and new commands for colour lights – the latter being aligned with the DALI-2 (IEC 82386) Part 209 definition. As before, the updated TALQ protocol (both data model and OpenAPI definitions) is available publicly and free-of-charge via GitHub. (more…)
April 16, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Teledyne LeCroy has announced the launch of the Frontline X500e wireless protocol analyser with Wi-Fi 7. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the Frontline X500, the X500e is a comprehensive one-box solution that captures and correlates data from a wide range of communication technologies. Whether it’s Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 802.15.4-based technologies (including Matter, Thread and Zigbee), or wired interfaces such as HCI-UART, USB, SPI and Audio I2S, the X500e delivers precise insights for network professionals. (more…)
April 12, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
The Open6G Open Testing and Integration Centre (OTIC) at the Institute for the Wireless Internet of Things (WIoT) at Northeastern University have announced entering into a partnership and contractual agreement with AmpliTech Group, a NASDAQ company, to perform 5G interoperability testing (IoT) and conformance testing of AmpliTech’s newly released, O-RAN CAT B 64T64R MIMO radio unit (O-RU). This activity will take place at the Open6G OTIC in Boston and Burlington, Massachusetts. AmpliTech Group is a designer, developer and manufacturer of state-of-the-art signal-processing components for satellite, 5G and other communications networks, design of complete 5G/6G systems, global distributor of packages and lids for integrated circuit assembly. (more…)
April 4, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Friendly Technologies, a provider of IoT and telecom device management solutions, has unveiled the latest update for its Friendly Unified Device Management platform. The release introduces features and enhancements, with a particular emphasis on Wi-Fi optimisation and management.
The update underscores Friendly Technologies’ dedication to delivering carrier-class, scalable, and secure solutions to meet the increasing needs of the digital home and IoT ecosystem.
The latest versions of the Friendly Unified Device Management platform, designed to support TR-069 and TR-369 enabled devices, bring substantial enhancements to Wi-Fi management capabilities. These include:
In addition to Wi-Fi-specific upgrades, the new platform versions encompass a broad array of improvements across the board, aiming to streamline device management and bolster security measures.
“Enhancing our Wi-Fi management capabilities within the Friendly Unified Device Management platform underscores our dedication to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our customers,” Ariela Ross-Jayyousi, head of marketing at Friendly Technologies, said. “We continuously strive to deliver solutions that not only address the current challenges faced by service providers but also anticipate future demands, ensuring our customers stay ahead in a competitive market.”
April 1, 2024
Posted by: Anna Ribeiro
Nozomi Networks has announced it has extended its partnership with Yokogawa Electric Corporation to address global demand for managed security services and solutions designed to holistically satisfy the unique OT and IoT cybersecurity requirements of process manufacturers. Yokogawa will offer Nozomi Networks’ advanced solutions for OT and IoT visibility, network monitoring and threat detection to customers worldwide as part of Yokogawa’s OpreX Managed Services. Yokogawa will also resell standalone solutions from Nozomi Networks to customers who manage their security programs in-house. (more…)
March 28, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Energous Corporation has announced Velociti as a preferred system integration partner and worldwide value added reseller (VAR) for its technology. Velociti, who deploys advanced enterprise technology solutions to some of the largest brands in the world, provides expansion opportunities into new markets, applications and customers for Energous’ wireless power technology across retail, healthcare, logistics, warehousing and more. (more…)
March 19, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
u-blox has taken an important step forward on its sustainability programme and published its 2023 Sustainability Report in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards.
Sustainability is an integral part of u-blox strategy. Reporting in accordance with GRI Standards is an important step for u-blox as it helps to efficiently inform about u-blox’s sustainability activities and approach to environmental, social and governance (ESG) activities.
Based on a materiality assessment, u-blox has identified a roadmap to reach its targets based on five focus areas:
• Business ethics, privacy and data security
• People and communities
• Environmental responsibility
• Responsible supply chain
• u-blox innovations
u-blox has set specific environmental, social and governance short, medium and long-term targets based on measurable performance indicators for each pillar.
u-blox estimates that its technologies positively impact 13 out of 17 UN SDGs. The company added a new pillar and target to its sustainability strategy in 2023 to shape the social and environmental impact of its innovations. Consequently, u-blox has set a target to assess their product portfolio of modules and chips for their contribution to the SDGs by the end of 2025.
Stephan Zizala, the chief executive officer of u-blox, said, “Sustainability is an integral part of our strategy, and applications contributing to sustainability are major growth drivers for u-blox. We are fortunate to be able to create solutions that make the world a better place. The u-blox Sustainability Report for 2023 shows our contribution and our measurable targets for a more sustainable future.”
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March 15, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
Suntec City Office Towers has embarked on a comprehensive refurbishment project with UnaBiz. The large-scale project includes the replacement of existing key equipment to enhance the reliability of the Air-Conditioning and Mechanical Ventilation (ACMV) system and the installation of indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring solution to improve air quality standards and enhance the comfort of tenants in the office environment. (more…)
March 8, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska
At MWC Barcelona 2024, Huawei released the Smart Retail Solution, which is designed for retail campuses, stores and multi-branch interconnection. The solution series focuses on smart stores, intelligent warehousing, energy efficiency and digital marketing. It employs the latest Wi-Fi, storage, cloud and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to help retail companies increase efficiency, reduce costs and improve consumer experience. (more…)
March 7, 2024
Posted by: Magda Dabrowska