New gesture sensor sees a bit farther: Maxim Integrated has announced a new infrared-based gesture detection sensor that can see from about 8 inches to 16 inches away. Maxim imagines the sensor, which comes encased in glass, being used for gesture … [Read more...]
Podcast: CES and GE Lighting is betting on Cync
This week Kevin and I discuss Allegion's acquisition of Yonomi, and what that means for those of you using the cloud service or consumers using the app. We then turn to a mention of the rebranding of GE Lighting after its acquisition by Savant last … [Read more...]
Savant details its plans for GE Lighting
GE Lighting, which was acquired by high-end smart home integrator Savant last summer, is launching new products, a new app, and a new brand at CES this year. The GE Lighting brand, which entered the smart home with the C by GE brand, will now be … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for July 17, 2020
ST Micro buys two wireless companies for its microcontroller biz: STMicroelectronics, a chip giant that makes several microcontrollers popular for the IoT, has purchased two companies specializing in different wireless radios. STMicro said it … [Read more...]
Podcast: Wink is a bad boyfriend and what about Wi-Fi HaLow?
This week's show starts off with Wink's new pricing plan (although it feels less like a plan and more like watching a toddler trying to chase a soccer ball.) After that, we talk about Wemo's decision to address a known security issue by pushing users … [Read more...]