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RoomMe True Occupancy Automation System Adds Support for IFTTT - TWICE
Intellithings announces expanded functionality for RoomMe, now supporting IFTTT, Hubitat, and pre-defined smart home scenes triggering. The update makes RoomMe compatible with virtually every smart home device on the market. RoomMe uses patented Presence Sensing Technology to identify specific people in a room and adjust settings to their preferences. With the integration of IFTTT, RoomMe can be used as a trigger for personalized automations. RoomMe is also supported as a smart home scene trigger for automations with supported devices and systems. The expansion of functionality is expected to drive growth for Intellithings. The update is available now for RoomMe users.
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Review: Intellithings RoomMe Occupancy Automation Sensors - Residential Systems
The article discusses Intellithings RoomMe sensors, which use the Bluetooth signature of a device to identify individuals in each room of a house and activate their preferred settings. The sensors are installed on the ceiling and can be calibrated with each device through the RoomMe app. The system supports various DIY automation products and can be integrated with popular devices. The article highlights the simplicity of setup and the personalized automation capabilities of the RoomMe sensors. However, concerns are raised about the form factor of the sensors and the need for user interaction during programming. Overall, the article has a growth-positive impact on Intellithings as it introduces a new level of personalized automation.
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This RoomMe update adds voice assistants and smartwatches to your automated smart home CNN Underscored
Intellithings has announced a major update to its product RoomMe, a system that automates smart homes. The update includes added voice assistant capabilities for Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, as well as expanded support for smart home devices and systems. RoomMe sensors can connect with devices like Philips Hue and LIFX smart bulbs, Ecobee thermostats, and Bose and Sonos speakers to customize actions based on user presence. The sensors now also support Samsung smartwatches running Tizen OS 4.0 and up. The update aims to provide customized comfort and efficiency to users homes. The article does not mention any specific partners, customers, or financial details.
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Smart Home Magic with RoomMe
Intellithings has launched RoomMe, a personal location sensor for smart homes, following a successful Indiegogo campaign and two years of development. RoomMe sensors are mounted on the ceiling and monitor the movements of people within the home, triggering personalised changes to lighting, temperature, and music. The system uses a priority scheme to manage conflicts when multiple people are in a room. RoomMe operates by detecting the presence of a persons smartphone using Bluetooth. The RoomMe starter kit is available for $129.
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RoomMe wants to bring your smart home to its senses
Intellithings, the company behind RoomMe, a smart, personal location sensor for smart homes, has developed a device that can adjust lighting, temperature, and entertainment based on the preferences of the person in the room. RoomMe uses Bluetooth technology to connect to a smartphone and identify the individual. It prioritizes users based on their roles in the household. The device is compatible with various smart home systems and can control a range of devices. RoomMe offers personalized control without compromising privacy as it only tracks the location of the smartphone within the home. Intellithings is also working on integrating the device with smartwatches. The article highlights the growth potential of RoomMe and its promise in solving the problem of personalized control in smart homes.
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RoomMe Adds Person/Location Tracking for True Home Automation;First Custom Integrations at CEDIA
Intellithings RoomMe platform offers room-level personalization for smart homes, allowing users to control their home automation systems based on their location within the house. The platform uses small wireless pucks called charms installed near doorways, which communicate with the users smartphone running the RoomMe app via Bluetooth Low Energy. The app tracks the users location and sends information to third-party platforms or in-home devices to control lighting, appliances, and other systems. Intellithings has announced integration with custom home-control systems from RTI, Control4, Elan, and URC. This integration allows the home-automation systems to extract personal-location data from the RoomMe app and apply it to individual preferences and schedules. The article suggests that RoomMe is a significant advancement in the residential market for home automation.
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RoomMe sensors know who's in a room to adjust it automatically
Intellithings, a company that offers RoomMe sensors for personalized home automation, is now shipping globally. RoomMe sensors work by pairing with a persons smartphone to adjust temperature, lighting, and music based on whos in a room. The sensors are compatible with popular smartphone products and various smart home devices. A minimum of two sensors is required for a RoomMe home, with one placed above the entrance to each room. RoomMe prioritizes users based on a system of prioritization, giving priority to the Room Master, Parent, and the person who entered the room first. The product is seen as a less invasive alternative to always-watching and always-listening cameras and microphones. The starter kit costs $129 for two sensors, with additional sensors available for $69 each.
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Smart Devices for Teaching an Old House New Tricks
The article discusses various intelligent gadgets for the home, including the Intellithings RoomMe, Eve Energy Strip, Ecobee4, iRobot Roomba i7+, and C by GE C-Start Smart Switch. These gadgets offer convenience and energy-saving features, such as personalized room calibration, remote control, voice control, automated cleaning schedules, and smart lighting control. The article highlights the benefits and features of each gadget. The event described in the article is the introduction of these gadgets to the market. The date of the event is not mentioned in the article.
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RoomMe Can Adjust Smart Home Device Settings to Your Liking
RoomMe, an inexpensive sensor, offers personalized home automation profiles for every person in the house. The sensor connects via Bluetooth Low Energy and allows users to adjust lights, thermostat, music, and television to match personal preferences. RoomMe will begin shipping by the end of March, with pricing expected to be around $70 per sensor.
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Alexa Who? RoomMe Makes Your Smart Home Voice-Free
Intellithings RoomMe is a smart home device that senses the location of a users smartphone and adjusts smart home gadgets accordingly. The device, priced at $69, mounts to the ceiling and can be programmed to recognize the users phone and smart home devices. It can automatically turn on lights and adjust the thermostat based on presets defined in the RoomMe app. The device currently works with Philips Hue and Lifx smart lights, Nest and Ecobee thermostats, and Bose and Sonos speakers. Intellithings is looking to add more partners, such as HomeKit and SmartThings. The article highlights the practicality and potential of RoomMe in everyday use.
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