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WELCOME TO A&S SMAHOME It has been an exciting month for us. After months of feverish preparation, the first SMAhome International Conference and Exhibition launched in Taipei, Taiwan conjunction with the 2014 Secutech International Expo during March 19 to 21. While Secutech has attracted commercial security professionals around the world since 1998, the addition of SMAhome highlights the robust development of home security as well as smart home. Those who were there will agree that it was a remarkable debut. The conference, designed for smart home camera manufacturers, also raised many important questions. Speakers such as Skywatch's Wei-Chao Chen explained the critical role software plays in smart home and home security, inspiring us to explore a few more thoughts on the subject for this issue’s Exploration. I had some interesting conversations with some makers of intelligent cameras at the show site, too. Speaking about trends in camera development, it seems that allin-one cameras show a lot of potential. All-in-one cameras combine smart home gateway, movement sensors and thermometers into one unit, making it easier than ever for users to setup automation and security systems. This could never be done without the help of software. This is exactly the direction Jeffrey Wu, this month’s Cover Star, is pursuing with StarVedia, which he founded in 2007. To let buyers gain first-hand experience with some of the best home security cameras, at SMAhome Exhibition we organized the first Home Camera Demo Gallery. The event was meant to help International buyers’ source quality products and form partnerships with OEMs. Many home security cameras are made by players in the security space; they have extensive experience in B2B, but are still catching up when it comes to consumer products. Camera setup and operation was complicated and sometimes frustrating for many of the products I tested. When we later interviewed Russell Ure, who created Piper, I could not agree more with what he said–you have to design your systems for people who have no technical knowledge at all. The overwhelming consensus at the conference and exhibition is that we are still in the early days of smart home. Smart home is more than a fancy picture–it has the potential to provide tangible benefits that improve quality of life. Let’s hope we see more intelligent, innovative and, most of all, practical products that prove it.

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COVER STORY

EDITOR'S NOTE WELCOME TO A&S SMAHOME

SMART HOME SOLUTION ON A CAMERA 10

SPOTLIGHT MICRO 2000 IP CAMERAS

StarVedia President, Jeﬀery Wu builds cameras that combine ease-touse and sophisticated integrated solutions.

Bosch Security Systems introduces professional security cameras into the smart home with superior image quality.

TALK CREATOR OF PIPER

Russell Ure talks about Piper's new features and his thoughts on smart home.

REPORT ASIA, A SOURCING HUB FOR SMART HOME CAMERAS

Asia is the largest manufacturing base of home security cameras and surveillance kits, with hundreds of competing suppliers.

CHINESE HOME CAMERA MAKERS’ AGGRESSIVE MOVES FOR EXPORTS

Being export-oriented, China makers smell a business opportunity in the global market demand of usability and trendy outlook.

ASIAN HOME SECURITY CAMERA SUPPLIERS

EXPLORATION

HARDWARE TAKES A BACKSEAT TO SOFTWARE

Hardware can only take automation so far. The future of smart home lies in software. Never lose an object again

48 Adjust your energy consumption habits.

COMPANY Z-WAVE

Have conversations and share information through a private social network.

An ecosystem, not just a standard

BOSCH

Set rules

Multiple Users

Your home is smart enough to recognize different users and adjust itself accordingly.

Geolocation With the help of Bluetooth tags, you’ll always know where you left your objects.

Your home knows where you are and how long it will take for you to get home

If Door opens And Sun has set

Have access to your home, wherever you are

Then Turn on lights

Highlighting the opportunities for intelligent cameras in smart homes

AMARYLLO

Turning to Skype for privacy protection and Google for free storage

SKYWATCH Rebuilding appliances

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The show attracts 26,127 visitors from 91 countries and regions. China, South Korea and Taiwan—the three manufacturing basis collectively account for up to 70% of the world’s security-based product output.

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Some of the more interesting and innovative smart home products showcased at CeBIT 2014.

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RESIDENTIAL VIDEO DOORPHONE GOES IP AND WIRELESS

Video doorphones for smart home are integrated with security, intercommunication and home automation features, moving from home entryways to the home center.

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"SOLUTION ON CAMERA (SOC) REQUIRES A HIGH DEGREE OF SOFTWARE INTEGRATION, BUT IT IS A GREAT RESOLUTION FOR US AS WELL AS USERS."

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When Jeffrey Wu stepped into the home camera industry, he immediately stood out among Taiwan makers. Coming from a telecommunications background, he uses his past experience to build cameras that combine ease-to-use and sophisticated integrated solutions—two essential factors to succeed in the smart home market.

SMART HOME SOLUTION ON A CAMERA Jeffrey Wu, President of StarVedia, has seen it through. As a relatively young player in the home camera market, StarVedia has to maintain competitiveness through innovation. After the exiting VoIP phone system business, Wu has been leading the company in redefining itself as a new entry in the booming smart home industry. Since 2007, StarVedia has been designing and manufacturing network cameras specifically targeting residential users. So far, StarVedia has been focusing on OEM and ODM services. StarVedia prides itself as a one-stop shop for buyers looking for a complete solution. “We provide the back-end infrastructure, the front-end GUI, and everything in between for our OEM and ODM customers,” Wu said. “My background in telecommunication has taught me two things: the networking know-how require to make reliable IP-based systems and the realization that ease of use is critical. When we started our home camera business, I knew our cameras had to be plugand-play,” Wu said. “That is always one of the things at the very top of our list. Creating cameras that can be easily installed and operated without any technical knowledge is our mission, and it has proven to be a main differentiator for us in the market.” Although the home cameras market is

quite a crowded space, it is not quite mature yet in terms of delivering products for nontechnical users. Most users still struggle to understand poorly written user manuals and confusing UIs. “All StarVedia cameras support Wi-Fi, which in and of itself is nothing special. The beauty of it is that setup is truly plug-and-play. You don’t need a computer to configure the camera—all you need is a smartphone or tablet.”

SOFTWARE TROOP Most camera makers in Taiwan are heavily hardware-oriented, but StarVedia is taking a different approach. “We are actually a software-savvy troop. We know how to design the software and efficiently integrate it with the hardware to achieve true plugand-play, Wu said. “All of our software is developed in-house. We have extensive experience developing software for various operating systems, such as iOS, Android, Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows and others, and mobile is in our culture.” The ubiquity of smartphones is a major driver for the home camera market. “We began developing software for mobile devices since Symbian was the dominant platform,” Wu said with a smile. “In a way, I am happy the battle between mobile platforms has left us with just two: Android and iOS.

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"WE PROVIDE THE BACK-END INFRASTRUCTURE, THE FRONTEND GUI, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN FOR OUR OEM AND ODM CUSTOMERS."

Our engineering team can focus on the apps and improve user experience, rather than spending significant time and resources on adapting and adjusting our software for numerous platforms.” Wu further defined what he thinks it means to be “software-savvy.” It requires a deep understanding of networking technologies and integration knowhow. Wu used StarVedia’s peer-to-peer video streaming technology as an example: “the video stream does not pass through any servers, so it reduces latency compared to other approaches, and end-users do not have to worry about the servers being hacked.” Cloud storage is another front Wu is proud of. He thinks Dropbox is probably one the best solution at this time: “It is flexible, mature and featurerich. Dropbox supports most platforms, including PCs and most smartphones and tablets. Its pricing ranges from free to cheap. It offers automatic backups, instant file sharing, robust permission settings, integration with a whole ecosystem of third-party apps and much more," Wu said. "Many people already use Dropbox in their daily workflow. Rather than reinvent the wheel, we wanted to use these advantages of Dropbox to enhance our cameras.” Dropbox support is now

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built into every Starvedia camera that offers a private cloud-based DVR solution, which turns the camera into a complete home security system with no additional recording hardware needed. During his six years in smart home cameras, Wu has come to realize that interoperability is just as important as user-friendliness when it comes to home users. StarVedia’s proprietary system and software is based on industry-standard communication protocols to avoid interoperability problems. Moving forward, StarVedia plans to offer cameras that support Z-Wave, which has an ecosystem of products that aligns with the company’s goal to create the “easiest smart home products”.

DUAL POWER In addition to making reliable and easy-to-use software, StarVedia’s innovative culture also manifests in its hardware. “Video performance and image quality are highly dependent on the processor used in the camera, but there are other ways to enhance a camera’s performance besides choosing the most powerful chip,” Wu said. One feature Wu is especially proud of is that all StarVedia cameras have two “eyes.” According to Wu, StarVedia is the only home camera maker that offers

IC711W CAMERA • Plug & Play by ID/password, no IP address or DNS settings • H.264 video compression • Megpixel, 1280x800 resolution at 30 fps • Dual lens for day and night separately • Two way audio with internal speaker • SD card slot with 5 seconds of video pre-recording • 802.11 n wireless with WPS support • Connect up to 20 users simultaneously • Bundle with free video management software CamView • Push notification on iPhone/iPad and Android for sound and motion detection • Video recording on NAS device

dual-lens cameras. “Many buyers are curious about the purpose of this design. It’s not a gimmick—the dual-lens design helps overcome flaws inherent to mechanical IR-cut filters,” Wu continued. “The wavelength of daylight and night-time infrared condition requires different focuses for clear video. The additional lens provides functionality similar to an IR-cut filter, but increases stability and durability. It also helps to make the camera more compact, since lenses with ICR function usually require larger space in the camera.” Wu also wants to focus on developing products that provide features that can impact users’ lives in a positive way. A new product in the pipeline is a camera equipped with an infrared thermometer and speakers. “You can monitor the temperature of the environment and ask the babysitter to turn on or off the air conditioner through the built-in speaker. You can also configure the camera to trigger an alarm when the temperature falls out of a specified range.” Speaking of application-driven designs, Wu explained: “We pay a lot of attention on the details to maximize a product’s value and performance. For example, our cameras are built with Wi-Fi directly onboard. We do not use a module, instead embedding the Wi-Fi chip and antenna on the camera board itself so that we can make our products more compact and easier to integrate while controlling costs more efficiently.” Scheduled to launch in June, the IC711 series is a new lineup featuring a smaller size and more functions.

MARKET SENSITIVITY StarVedia’s customer base is primarily in Japan, the U.S and South East Asia. Wu sees huge potential in the smart home market, which is strongest is the U.S., but has also picked up significantly this year in Europe and China. On a smaller scale, StarVedia products are also distributed all over Asia and Europe, mainly in Germany and France. Market conditions in China are different, however—Wu thinks the company is better off marketing its own brand there, and has done

Ø StarVedia Technology Inc. TEL:+886-3-560-0686 Ext: 603 jane@starvedia.com www.starvedia.com

so through a subsidiary. With rich cooperation experience with branded customers who usually sell products in various retail channels, Wu knows which checkboxes to tick in different geographical markets. For example, in Japan, product quality and reliability are two must-have factors to take into consideration in choosing manufacturing partners. Wu also points out the differences between the European and the US markets for network cameras. The US market is price-sensitive, but tends to accept new products and May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 13

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solutions. The U.S. is the first market to promote on a large scale smart home applications and related protocols, including Z-Wave and ZigBee. He sees Europe as a different market. European retailers are more brand-oriented, and emphasize on brand management. Wu said European retailers are used to enhancing value and consumer loyalty through brand power. Retailers have different concerns compared to commercial security system integrators and distributers. “Retailers care about products that are easy to use, have low return rates, offer a stunning user experience, and distinct features that sets it apart from an ocean of me-too products,” said Wu. Equipped with expertise and experience in software development and system integration, StarVedia is one of the few companies working directly with telcos in China and Japan. The company sees cooperating with telcos as a major way to expand the smart home market. Wu thinks Asia is a promising area, especially Southeast Asian countries like Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore.

SMART HOME SOLUTIONS ON A CAMERA (SOC) Looking ahead, Wu sees three trends for smart home devices: more integration, wireless deployment and affordable pricing. He has clear plans for riding these waves. “Putting an infrared thermometer inside the camera is just the beginning. After that, we’ll have a single unit that integrates video recorder, audio speaker, thermostat and PIR body sensor. Eventually, we will offer cameras that serve as an all-in-one smart home gateway, using Z-Wave to extend our current home security offerings to include other smart home features.” This platform—a smart home solution on a camera (SoC), as Wu calls it—“requires a high degree of software integration, but it is a great resolution for us as well as users. They do not need to purchase various devices and endure complicated installation

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services. For instance, the PIR sensor enables accurate intrusion detection, which can trigger a push notification to notify police and homeowners if necessary, negating the need for a separate sensor in the home.” The camera itself becomes a complete smart home solution.

StarVedia Quick View • Company: StarVedia Technology Inc. • Year of Founding: 2007 • Employees: more than 30% in R&D • Business Type: 100% pure OEM/ODM manufacturer • Strength: Network and server technology • Product: Smart home cameras • Company Specialties: -

Plug-and-play installation Peer-to-peer video streaming Dual lens Alarm notification Smart thermometer and temperature alert system DropBox cloud storage IP66 for outdoor applications VMS software Global Service System Server (GSSc Server) Stylish design Flexible OEM/ODM capability 27-month product warranty

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EXPLORATION

HARDWARE TAKES A BACKSEAT TO

Never lose an object again Adjust your energy consumption habits.

Have conversations and share information through a private social network.

Set rules

Multiple Users

Your home is smart enough to recognize different users and adjust itself accordingly.

Geolocation With the help of Bluetooth tags, you’ll always know where you left your objects.

Your home knows where you are and how long it will take for you to get home

If Door opens And Sun has set

Have access to your home, wherever you are

Then Turn on lights

Indoor Tracking Eventually smart home will be able to pinpoint users’ locations as they move throughout the home.

Complex rules can be set with simple logic and an easy-to-use UI. As users set more rules to fit their needs, the system eventually achieves a level of automation that eliminates mundane or inconvenient tasks.

Security mode

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When you leave, the smart home system can shut off all unneeded appliances to avoid wasting electricity and set an alarm for security purposes.

Time to leave Have your home flash the lights when you absolutely have to leave the home. You’ll never be late for a movie again, because traffic and procrastination have all been considered.

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Foster better energy consumption habits through gamification.

The ultimate appeal of a smart home is the anticipation that one day we will have systems in our homes that have the intelligence to understand and predict our behavior, and adjust the environment to the users preferences, which it learns autonomously. This level of automation is currently impossible to do mechanically, making software the only viable option. Moreover, the days have long gone where a user has to fiddle with dozens of buttons to operate a system—in its place, we now have touch screens and tablets with adaptive and programmable user interfaces. By Gary Tang

In 1982, Alan Kay, a computer pioneer, said in a talk: “People who are really serious about software should make their own hardware.” Some companies have found huge success in this approach, such as Apple. Microsoft is also moving in this direction with its Surface tablets and its acquisition of Nokia’s mobile phone division. However, it is easier said than done. “Hardware can mean so many things—processor, board, system plus accessories. To build an ecosystem, it can be very expensive and time-consuming, and it is certainly better to take a more evolutionary route, to bootstrap, leverage and to stand on the shoulders of giants,” said Wei-Chao Chen, co-founder of Skywatch. “Software improvements beget hardware changes, and vice versa. I think we are at the onset of smart home services, and software is the primary limiting factor where the battles would be carried out.” Nick Evans, CEO of Tile, thinks it is worth it. In a talk at the 2014 International CES, Evan says: “It’s very challenging to develop a product like [Tile], but at the end of the day, you have your teams working very closely together. If you can’t do this mechanically, we’ll figure out a way to do this in software; in software if that’s going to be kind of clunky to set it up, we’ll put a button on [the device]. We’ll make the button very hard to see on the Tile, but it’s actually still there. “This is the direction everything’s going: to not have everything so modular, to not throw stuff over the fence and have this integration. It’s the only way you can really build fantastic, magical products that just work. It’s definitely worth it at the end of the day,” Evans added.

I THINK WE ARE AT THE ONSET OF SMART HOME SERVICES, AND SOFTWARE IS THE PRIMARY LIMITING FACTOR WHERE THE BATTLES WOULD BE CARRIED OUT.”

TOUCH PANEL VS. SMARTPHONE APP It was only a few years ago that integrators and end users needed a dedicated touch panel to control home automation systems. Apple’s introduction of the iPad and the subsequent explosion of tablets has made it much more affordable to add a touch screen panel to a home automation system. They are also much more convenient due to their support for general purpose computing and multitasking capabilities. However, users have also come to expect certain standards when it comes to user interfaces. In terms of user experience, a good user experience goes beyond UI design. It encompasses hardware functionality and pleasing aesthetics to allow users to take full advantage of their devices in a May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 19

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AN EYE-PLEASING UI MAKES THE WHOLE EXPERIENCE THAT MUCH BETTER. (PHOTO COURTESY OF TADO˚)

satisfactory way. While gimmicks and eyecatching designs may attract users at first, it is not enough to retain customers. “Good UI/UX is important for customer retention, and to attract customer attention. Good UI/UX can also reduce RMA and customer support loading. In short, very important. I don’t think manufacturers are getting them wrong, just that they are not evolving quickly enough,” Chen said. “The only way to nail down UI/UX issues, we think, is to go directly to the consumers. Crowdfunded startups seem to be doing fairly well in particular because the successful ones learn to present their products in a consumer-friendly way, an essential factor in order to achieve successful funding threshold.” “In terms of interoperability, for end users, an open API is often not relevant as long as the whole solution works well together. This means either a system integrator or a solution provider needs to create a workable solution for the customers. We see that it has become increasingly difficult for system integrators to provide such solutions because of technical complexities and UX considerations,” Chen continued. “That is why we think MVaaS or companies that can facilitate and package these solutions as products have higher values going forward. My view is, if you are providing solutions, an open API is often not necessary. On the other hand, for component suppliers (such as camera vendors), open APIs are usually unavoidable.” 20 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

REACHING FOR THE CLOUD

"THE ONLY WAY TO NAIL DOWN UI/UX ISSUES, WE THINK, IS TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE CONSUMERS. CROWDFUNDED STARTUPS SEEM TO BE DOING FAIRLY WELL IN PARTICULAR BECAUSE THE SUCCESSFUL ONES LEARN TO PRESENT THEIR PRODUCTS IN A CONSUMERFRIENDLY WAY."

There are obvious benefits to hooking up appliances to the Internet. An air purifier can pull data from the internet to inform users of what to wear and if they should worry about certain pollutants. Utilities can monitor energy and water usage to operate more efficiently. Users can control their appliances from wherever they are. Device makers can push updates to offer users new features. Limitless possibilities arise when connecting a home appliance to a vast jungle of data and information and also to other users. For example, home security cameras benefit greatly from the ubiquitous connectivity and smartphones of today. The problem with traditional security cameras, both CCTV and network cameras, is that local storage is easily tampered with if the intruder knows where to look. Whether images are stored in an SD card on the camera or a hidden NVR or NAS, the intruder has the opportunity to destroy evidence. There are many cases where security footage was not able to assist in solving the crime because the intruder had already removed or formatted the hard drive or SD card, as is often the case for inside jobs, said David Lim, CTO of Weltin Global. Having off-site backups is best practice for any type of data, but that option may be too much trouble or too expensive for some users. That is why cloud-enabled home security products are so attractive. In terms of security, all images are stored

WITH CLOUD SERVICES, USERS CAN KEEP AN EYE ON THEIR HOMES EVEN WHEN THEY'RE ON THE GO.

"USERS ARE THE WEAKEST LINK IN SECURITY."

safely in the cloud, so users do not have to worry about missing critical moments due to hardware failure or tampering. Users can also view live video via apps on PC or mobile devices. The dropping prices of cloud computing platforms provided by the likes of Amazon, Google and Microsoft has made it much easier for camera makers to offer users the option to backup security footage to the cloud, Lim said. Weltin builds its cloud services on top of the infrastructure of IBM and Google, which removes a huge burden in terms of up-front investment, as well as security and reliability. “I see more pros than cons by using IaaS services to deploy cloud video services. It allows us to go to many markets faster than building our own infrastructure, and is therefore more cost efficient for fragmented markets in particular,” Chen said. “It could be marginally more expensive at scale, but at that point there is no real trouble switching to IDC or co-located solutions. There is no differences in terms of data security between using IDCs and IaaS solutions.”

CONNECTIVITY RAISES SECURITY CONCERNS As the number of connect devices in the home increase, and as they replace “dumb” devices that play a critical role in home safety and security, the security of these devices has become a pressing issue. The Edward Snowden revelations significantly grew awareness of government spying and issues regarding privacy in the digital age, but the problems go much deeper. Criminals and other parties with malicious intent now have

a much wider playground with the multitude of connected devices. This was not a big deal before now, but the number of devices and the role they play in a home has increased the threat level exponentially. And it is only going to get worse. “Users demand the functionality. Users increasingly want more control over their devices, so turning traditional hardware appliances into IoT ones becomes a market trend,” said Frank Tse, researcher at Nexusguard. “Users also demand fast response and live data, which requires adding internet connection and turn the device into an always-on Internet client.” Proofpoint, a security solution provider, found earlier this year that cyber criminals were using household IoT devices— including home-networking routers, connected multi-media centers, televisions and at least one refrigerator—to launch attacks. Belkin’s WeMo line of smart home products were revealed to have vulnerabilities that left 500,000 users at risk. In March, researchers found that more than 300,000 routers were compromised by malware that modified DNS settings. The recent Heartbleed bug that affects some versions of OpenSSL defeats encryption. Just this month, Sans Institute researchers infected video surveillance DVRs with Bitcoinmining malware. “Bot-nets are already a major security concern and the emergence of thingbots may make the situation much worse,” David Knight, General Manager of Proofpoint’s Information Security division said in a statement. “Many of these devices are poorly protected at best and consumers have virtually no May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 21

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way to detect or fix infections when they do occur. Enterprises may find distributed attacks increasing as more and more of these devices come online and attackers find additional ways to exploit them.” Networking appliances and other devices is an old concept, but has not been implemented on a massive scale until recent years. Since security is often not a priority in the product development process, manufacturers are content running older versions of software, which may have known vulnerabilities or have weak security. Users, however, are also at fault. “The security of smart home devices has so far been based on trusting manufactures, but users are the weakest link in security.” He recommends users to at least change the default passwords, turn off features they don’t need, and configure their home router’s firewall to allow access from trusted sources only. Asked if it is good enough to rely on the goodwill of manufacturers to make more secure devices, Tse’s response was blunt: “Never.” Whether it is due to a lack of understanding the risks, a lack of resources to implement adequate security, or sheer laziness, device makers clearly need to step up their game. “Manufacturers are recommended to turn off web-enabled features by default for some types of devices, such as refrigerators and air conditioners. This will make users aware they are turning on one feature of that device and the risks it may entail,” Tse said. “Manufactures are also recommended to do data classification and implement necessary countermeasures, such as encrypting data and storing it on servers rather than locally.”

USABILITY IS KEY Generally, consumers choose products that have an advantage in price, design, and usability, in this order, Chen said. “Usability comes later, and as it is the viral factor, I think it is ultimately the most important factor. To this end, price needs to go down to a certain level before mass market adoption, but the cheapest products almost never win, unless they have become obvious commodities.” Consumers are very cost sensitive, but a good design turns the game around, he added.

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Time-to-market is critical in today’s smart home market, where many players are competing to roll out innovative solutions that are difficult to differentiate at this early stage of development of the Internet of Things. Many companies offer software stacks that help accelerate the product development process for connected devices. • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Arrayant BERG Bug Labs Carriots Greenwave Systems ioBridge Electric Imp EVRYTHNG Sensinode (acquired by ARM) Thingsquare Thingworx Xively Zonoff

There are also open source IoT software platforms: • • • • • • • • • • •

AllJoyn Android Argot ChibiOS FreeRTOS IoT Toolkit Nitrogen Riot The Thing System ThingSpeak Sapphire

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EXPLORATION

Software Providers Company

Product

Country

URL

Cloud-based Video Solutions Camcloud

Camcloud Platform

Canada

www.camcloud.com

ControlByNet

i-flashback CLOUD

USA

www.controlbynet.com

CyberLynk

Camera Agent

USA

www.cameraagent.com

EpiCamera

Malaysia

www.epicamera.com

iVideon

iVideon Platform

Russia

www.ivideon.com

Seedonk

Seedonk Platform

USA

www.seedonk.com

Connected Device Platforms AlertMe

AlertMe Platform

United Kingdom

www.alertme.com

Arrayent

Arrayent Connect Platform

USA

www.arrayent.com

Ayla Networks

IoT Cloud Platform

USA

www.aylanetworks.com

BERG

Berg Cloud

United Kingdom

www.bergcloud.com

Bug Labs

Swarm

USA

www.buglabs.net

Carriots

Carriots IoT Platform

Spain

www.carriots.com

Electric Imp

Electric Imp Platform

USA

www.electricimp.com

EVRYTHNG

EVRYTHNG Engine

United Kingdom

www.evrythng.com

Greenwave Systems

Home2Cloud

USA

www.greenwavesystems.com

Thingsquare

Thingsquare Platform

Sweden

www.thingsquare.com

ThingWorx

ThingWorx Platform

USA

www.thingworx.com

Qivicon

Home Base

Germany

www.qivicon.com

Zonoff

Zonoff Platform

USA

www.zonoff.com

Smart Home Gateway Software Stacks Inteno

Iopsys

Sweden

www.intenogroup.com

Pace

Helium

United Kingdom

www.pace.com

ProSyst

Home Gateway Middleware

Germany

www.prosyst.com

Sensinode (acquired by ARM) NanoRouter

Finland

www.sensinode.com

STMicroelectronics

ST SmartHome

Switzerland

www.st.com

Tilgin

HGA

Sweden

www.tilgin.com

Open Source IoT Projects AllJoyn

www.alljoyn.org

Android

www.android.com

Argot

www.argot-sdk.org

ChibiOS

www.chibios.org

FreeRTOS

www.freertos.org

IoT Toolkit

www.iot-toolkit.com

Nitrogen

www.npmjs.org

Riot

www.github.com/nitrogenjs/client

The Thing System

www.thethingsystem.com

ThingSpeak

www.thingspeak.com

Sapphire

www.sapphireos.com

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SPOTLIGHT

INDEPTH

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK INTO WHAT’S NEW

micro 2000 IP cameras

versions and in black or white.

Bosch Security Systems

PROFESSIONAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE FOR SMART HOME APPLICATIONS

www.boschsecurity.asia enquiry.apr@sg.bosch.com The micro 2000 IP cameras from Bosch Security Systems are an ideal solution for homes, small offices and retail shops. The cameras come with multiple features that have been specifically developed for the requirements of the consumer surveillance market. They are easy to install, maintain and use. The in-built passive infrared (PIR) human detection function provides reliable detection of intruders or unusual movements within the area while the white light illumination function produces sharper video images. The cameras also come with a security app that enables remote access to videos. The cameras are available in either wireless or wired

micro 2000 IP camera Features: 1. PIR human detection and white light illumination 2. 2 TB local or cloud storage options 3. Security app for remote access 4. Professional image quality with 720p or VGA resolution at 30 images per second 5. Wireless or wired versions available 6. Compact and stylish design in black or white

Increasingly, video surveillance is now a common feature in homes or small retail outlets. Imagine a fully equipped home office, a new large-screen HD TV, valuable paintings or, more importantly, your children’s safety while you are out. The need for surveillance in such areas is growing and consumers are looking for solutions that balance both function and design that complement the interior decor of homes. The micro 2000 IP cameras from Bosch are small in size but powerful and designed to meet the needs of a wide range of applications. The cameras bring with them professional surveillance which mean clear images and accurate colors even in the dark or under low-light conditions. When it comes to installation, operation and maintenance, there is a choice between the wireless or wired version. The wired version is uses Power over Ethernet without the need for an additional 12 V adaptor; the wireless version uses a WiFi protected setup. Both of these features significantly increase the ease of installation. In addition, the ONVIF compliance of these cameras means they work with both on-site and remote video management solutions from Bosch and 3rd party vendors. Accessing video images and camera settings remotely are two important features for consumers. These features come in the form of a security app with optimized properties that enable remote storage and transmission. The app enables remote access “from anywhere”,

including controlling camera functions such as panning, tilting and zooming.

BOSCH CAMERAS PROVIDE DYNAMIC TRANSCODING AND INTELLIGENT DYNAMIC NOISE REDUCTION Two other technologies that make the Bosch cameras stand out are Dynamic Transcoding and Intelligent Dynamic Noise Reduction (iDNR). Dynamic Transcoding enables viewing in the best available quality from any location at any time, as long as there is an internet connection available. iDNR on the other hand actively analyzes the contents of a scene and reduces noise according to detected movements. The cameras offer local storage of up to 2 TB for the wired version and DropBox support for cloud storage for the wireless version. In summary, the micro 2000 IP cameras provide best-in-class images. These feature-rich cameras have the latest sensors and image processing technology from the professional security industry, optimized for home and small business surveillance. These compact and stylish cameras come with a range of features that make them ready for use in a wide range of applications.

Editor Comment: Bosch Security Systems introduces professional security cameras into the smart home with superior image quality. The cameras attract users with its top-notch quality and stylish design. With the latest sensors and image processing technology, its IP cameras can be applied for home and small business surveillance.

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TALK

I WOULDN’T WANT MY HOME TO BE CONTROLLED BY CLOUD INTELLIGENCE.

Russell Ure, Creator of Piper, and EVP and GM of iControl Canada

Piper recently got updated with a couple new features. We had the opportunity to talk briefly with Russell Ure, founder of Blacksumac, which created Piper. Blacksumac was recently acquired by iControl Networks. Ure is currently EVP and GM of iControl Canada.

Were the features already on the roadmap or were they requested by users? The two-way audio was planned from the beginning, while the multi-Piper support came about from feedback from Indiegogo backers.

Can you tell me some more about the multi-Piper support? The new feature supports up to five Pipers on a single network. Each Piper is a full security system and a smart home system that includes a camera, motion detector and microphone. Piper also lets you create different rules–for example, you could set a rule that states: “if motion is detected, record video and set the siren.” When you have multiple Pipers in your home, each Piper will be running the rules on their own units, as they can interact through Wi-Fi. The system can share knowledge about detection of events between the different Pipers, so when one Piper detects motion, it can set the siren off on all other Pipers in response to that, showing how all units work together as a team.

In terms of hardware, isn’t that kind of redundant? Why not have separate components that the user can install in different places as they see fit? We did look at that. However, from a manufacturing and a time-tomarket standpoint, there wouldn’t have been a great deal saved by doing that. We also looked at the specific use cases of Piper. For instance, if someone comes into your home, we want each piper to operate as a 26 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

"ONCE YOU START TALKING TO PEOPLE ABOUT WHAT THEY NEED, HAVING IT ALL TOGETHER IN ONE UNIT MAKES A LOT OF SENSE." security system by itself and trigger the other two. Once you start looking at all the features and all the use cases of Piper, most features are best when combined in the unit.

Can you tell me a bit more about the two-way audio and how that works? When you have multiple Pipers, you have multiple live camera views to choose from—there’s a microphone button that you press and hold to talk to whoever is in the room. When you let go of the button, you can hear what they’re saying, so it’s like an intercom, but with a camera. The audio is very clear, so it’s possible to have a lengthy conversation with somebody in the room. All you have to do is talk to them and pause to give them time to respond.

Can you share any other features you have on the roadmap right now? All I can say is that every four to five weeks, we’ll be releasing new features to our entire user base. We have some very exciting features in the pipeline.

Do you have a vision of what a smart home is? I think there has to be a central controller inside the home. Our vision is that home management and home control will be managed locally in the home with a unit like Piper. It will increasingly become more intelligent and support all kinds of different capabilities. Piper is a full computer that runs independently without the cloud. It makes decisions, processes things and recognizes situations all locally. Even when you connect to the live camera view, you’re connecting peer-to-peer through a secure mobile connection to the Piper unit, not a cloud server. I wouldn’t want my home to be basically controlled by some cloud intelligence, where something in the cloud is figuring out what I’m doing and where my family is, and then make decisions about what should be done in the home. I think increasingly people will be uncomfortable with that, and they should be. But, that kind of automation is May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 27

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I am continuing to work with my same team and we will continue to push ahead on our product roadmap. We are looking forward to enhancing Piper with some exciting features that wouldn't have previously been available to us.

And those features you mentioned, you can’t talk about them just yet? Unfortunately, no.

In what countries has Piper been most successful?

increasingly important, and having that automation done locally inside the home is definitely the future.

So Piper works even when an Internet connection is not present, and the cloud is used only for storing images and video, and sending push notifications? Yes.

There are a lot of systems on the market that allow users to control home appliances from a smartphone, but does not offer any type of automation. In your opinion, is that still a smart home system? In my opinion, what we’re really going through now is the development of the ultimate smart home system, and we’re doing it in stages. People can control things like turning on or off lights from a mobile device and you can also turn appliances on or off or control the heating inside your home. These are examples of steps along the future smart home path. Ultimately, we all want something like in Star Trek: when you go into the home, there’s something in that home that is going to anticipate what you want. When you come into or leave a room, the light immediately changes and that system understands your preferences. There’re a lot of things that can be done with automation over time, but we’re still in the early stages and we'll continue to see the smart home unfold over the next few years.

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Our main focus right now is North America, where we are selling Piper. But, we have Piper deployments around the world—not quite sure how they got to the various countries, but people find a way. We plan to start selling full blast in Europe shortly, and the rest of the world soon afterwards. I think Piper will be popular with customers in Europe and also in Asia because many people live in smaller spaces.Monitored security is not as common in these areas as it is in North America, so I believe there is huge opportunity for Piper as well.

Right now only the North American version on the market? Correct. We have several European versions that are in the final stages of certification and testing, and then we’ll be ready to start selling in Europe.

Do home automation, smart home and connected home mean different things to you, or are they the same? To me, they all mean the same thing. In order to have a smart home, you need

"YOU HAVE TO DESIGN YOUR SYSTEMS FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE NO TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AT ALL."

automation, otherwise it’s not very smart. And to enable automation, you need connection, so these terms are all the same, in my opinion

What inspired you to create Piper? The inspiration for Piper came from my daughter, who was going to school in a different city. She was living in an apartment, and I was worried about her. I realized I couldn’t get a security system installed in her apartment because every security system has to be professionally installed. When I looked around, there was just nothing I could buy her that would give her what she needed. That was really the start for me. There are a lot of people who need a home security solution and can't get it for their apartments.

How does she like it? My daughter loves using Piper! She and her roommate are much happier having it in their apartment.

Why not just buy a home security camera? There are a lot of them available that offer remote monitoring. Why did you want an entire security system in one unit? Piper was built for people who would install it themselves, rather than by a professional installer. Also, when you look at smart home, camera technology and security systems, they share so many parts together. I asked my daughter and a lot of her friends who had apartments: “What

worries you the most?” They said they were most afraid that someone could come into the apartment while they were sleeping. I then asked them what they would want to happen if someone did come in. They wanted the lights to turn on, which is an example of how security and smart home features are combined. They also want to make sure that no one would be in their apartments when they get home at night, and they wanted the lights to go on and have access to a camera view of their apartment. Once you start talking to people about what they need, having all of these features together in one unit makes a lot of sense.

A lot of Asian manufacturers in the security industry are beginning to develop smart home systems. They do not have that much experience designing products for consumers, so the UI tends to be less attractive and difficult to navigate. Do you think the UI is important for consumers? Absolutely. You have to design your systems for people who have no technical knowledge at all. That is our main design focus: if you can design a UI that helps them, chances are you’ve designed something that most people can use easily.

Should products primarily be easy to use or visually attractive? I think products need to have both qualities. If you’re putting Piper in your home, it has to look good. It can’t be something that looks out of place. You want to have it in a place of honor, as opposed to hiding it somewhere because you don’t want to look at it. Some people believe that because it’s a security system, you should be hiding it, but I don’t agree with that. Also, security is not just about intruders— if you’re at work and your children come home, you want to check what they’re doing, so you want a camera that has a good view of the place, and something that looks good and fits in with all the rest of your home.

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As recent as a decade ago, the smart home market was largely reserved for the highend luxury home market. Today, smart home solutions are no longer necessarily cost-prohibitive, making it accessible to lower- to middle-income households. In addition, the prevalence of smartphones and tablets make smart home systems more attractive to users, as they become more accustomed to managing different aspects of their daily life with mobile devices. In European countries, there is a high demand for home energy management (HEM) systems, which is driving demand for smart home systems in the region. For the large part, Europeans seem to be more interested in energy management capabilities than security, comfort or convenience. By Gary Tang

CEBIT 2014 REVIEW: ENERGY MANAGEMENT DRIVING GROWTH IN EUROPE’S SMART HOME MARKET Rising electricity costs, as well as regulations and awareness of global warming, are driving adoption for smart home systems in Europe. Although almost all of the market is dominated by highend systems in luxury homes, the lower barrier to entry for smart home systems is increasing penetration in the lower and middle and segments of the market. Compared to the US smart home market, which is more price-sensitive, the EU market is more demanding of function and design; in terms of UI, the US champions user-friendliness (the less taps to a function, the better); the EU market demands more elegant designs, according to Virginia Ip, Marketing Executive at Fody.

"ACCORDING TO BSRIA, GERMANY ACCOUNTS FOR ROUGHLY 45 PERCENT OF THE EUROPEAN SMART HOME MARKET. "

BrightOn CMO Ana Cristina Agüero says the US smart home market is more mature. Customers are willing to pay more, and they are more open about storing personal data in the cloud. In terms of use cases, US consumers want automaion features primarily for convenience and comfort, while Europeans are more concerned about energy saving for environmental responsibility and lower energy costs. She also says that the demands of the German market represent the European market in general, since it is the biggest market in Europe for consumer electronics. According to BSRIA, Germany accounts for roughly 45 percent of the European smart home market, followed by France and the U.K. at 10 percent and 8 percent, respectively. Europe’s smart home market is expected to grow to about $0.6 billion by 2014, with mid-range systems contributing to the growth. Luxury homes account for most of the smart home market, but roughly 20 percent is attributed to light commercial applications, which sees residential solutions May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 31

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installed in commercial buildings. The German market will be $416 million by 2015, which is around 50 percent of Europe’s smart home market. It is currently dominated by electrical installers. KNX holds 70 percent of Germany’s smart home market, due to the fact that three out of four installations are light commercial applications. However, demand in the residential sector is rising, as Germany’s transition to renewable energy and phasing out of nuclear power has driven up the cost of electricity, which is now the second highest in Europe. Homeowners are increasingly looking for ways to save on electricity bills. Germans seem to prefer German products, as 70 percent of smart home products used are made by german manufacturers like Hager, Gira and Siemens. The French market offers a high potential for the smart home market; BSRIA expects the market to grow to $110 million by 2015—a CAGR of 17

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percent. The Réglementation Thermique 2012 (RT 2012), which came into effect in 2013 requires new buildings to be three times more energy efficient than previous standards. Most smart home systems are installed in luxury homes, but this is expected to change as new and existing players introduce more midrange systems. The UK market smart home market is dominated by luxury homes, accounting for 80 percent of the market. Perhaps this is why AV and lighting systems in the U.K. are stronger drivers than energy management systems. Furthermore, since many luxury homes in London are left unoccupied most of the time, users also need security systems with remote monitoring capabilities. The UK market is expected to grow to $70 million by 2015. In Europe, the value of system integration is actually higher than the products. As mid-range systems are largely designed to be standardized

and easier to install, the role of system integrators will diminish as users no longer need their services. Users can install and configure the systems on their own, or look for an electrical installer to do it for them.

UTILITIES AND TELCOS PUSHING SMART HOME SERVICES Europe and North America are the biggest adopters of smart meters, which gives utility companies the opportunity to offer more divers services to their customers. According to Lux Research, HEM systems is becoming the next frontier for utilities—not only do they drive energy savings from 1.5 to 40 percent, it allows the utilities to enhance customer engagement, differentiate from competitors and more. HEM systems can expand to encompass a broader range of smart home features, which may result in utility companies playing an increasingly pivotal role in the development of

"SMART HOME SYSTEMS S HAVE BEEN AROUND FOR DECADES, BUT ONL LY NOW HAS IT BECOME ACCESSIBLE T TO A LESS AFFLUENT AUDIENCE. "

Virginia Ip Marketing Executive, Fody

Ana Cristina Agüero CMO, BrightOn

Karolina Zagozdon Fibar Group

Sebastian Popovic CEO, Zipato

Europe’s smart home market. Lux research estimates that total revenue for utility companies in Europe is roughly $265 billion—they need only to invest less than one percent of it HEM systems to engage with customers via inhome touchscreen panels or mobile apps. Z-Wave Europe says that utilities are a high-growth segment of the market. Telecommunication companies like Deutsche Telekom are also highly interested in this space. Telcos invest a great deal to build their infrastructure and already have a large user base used to subscription-based services. In an Interview with IP&TV News, Jürgen Hase, VP of Deutsche Telekom’s M2M Competence Center, said that he anticipates a number of changes for the German smart home market over the next few years, including the emergence of new service-based models. “We expect four key segments in the smart home market to account for 89% of the market: home automation (40 percent), smart energy (20 percent), ambient assisted living and digital health care (15 percent), and self monitoring and control (10 percent), Jürgen said. He also points out that cooperation will be critical in the smart home market, saying: “We expect to see a fragmented supplier structure: no single player will cover all smart home segments. Cooperation will be key to success.”

SMARTPHONE A GAME CHANGER FOR SMART HOME SYSTEMS Mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets have helped drive acceptance of smart home products and services. According to a recent study by The NDP group, 88 percent of mobile device owners are aware of smart home devices compared to the overall average, which is 78 percent. Furthermore, consumers who

own an Internet-connected smart home product, 81 percent own a smartphone or tablet. In a prepared statement, The NPD Group executive director and industry analyst Ben Arnold said: “Mobile connectivity has enabled products from programmable thermostats to home security systems, to be controlled remotely, thus increasing their appeal and utility.” “Another key part to this growing industry is the app ecosystem which allows consumers to use one device to monitor and control multiple products,” Ardold continued. Smart home products have not yet seen mass adoption, but they are attracting more interest among consumers, especially those who own smartphones or tablets. Among the surveyed consumers, 62 percent of smartphone or tablet owners said they were “extremely or somewhat interested” in purchasing smart home products, while the overall average was 48 percent. The report also points out a shift in the smart home market, whereas the increased mobility and accessibility is changing the consumer profile for smart home devices–37 percent of smart home product owners have a household income of less than $75,000, and 25 percent of this group rent their primary residence.

CONCLUSION The explosion of smart home devices, systems and services in 2014 is a culmination of maturing technologies, environment-friendly regulations and the ubiquity of mobile devices. However, the strongest growth will be seen in the mid- to low-end range of the market. Smart home systems have been around for decades, but only now has it become accessible to a less affluent audience. Take Z-Wave’s wireless protocol: Fibar Group’s Karolina Zagozdon says its system is around 5 times less expensive than KNX systems. Modular systems that allow users to add support for different protocols will also see strong demand as competition between different standards elevate, said Sebastian Popovic, CEO of Zipato.

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CEBIT 2014:

GATEWAYS

FIBARO HOME CENTER L Fibaro’s newly-launched Home Center Lite is a stripped-down version of its fabulous Home Center 2 smart home gateway that is perfect for users that don’t need all the bells and whistles offered by its more expensive brother. The Z-Wave based smart home system requires a consistent Internet connection: it does not provide offline operation or local storage. It also does not support scripting as the Home Center 2 does, which may disappoint more advanced users that wish to develop additional features. However, the Polish company’s signature elegant design is evident in the Home Center • Fibar Group • www.ﬁbaro.com Lite. The sleek and compact unit packs a ton • Poland of features through its cloud service, such

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PRODUCTS TO WATCH Due to the nature of the show, CeBIT 2014 did not have the flurry of smart home gadgets as the 2014 International CES did. However, there were nonetheless many interesting products that show where smart home may be headed. Fibar Group's cloud-reliant Home Center Lite, Zipato’s modular smart home gateway, Tado's HVAC management all provide examples of how technology may change the way we live for the better. GATEWAYS

QIVICON HOME BASE The QIVICON Home Base works with all compatible products of various brands. Via matching wireless sticks, it can easily be expanded to other wireless protocols optimized for Smart Home. However large the range of matching products grows: you always have the freedom to connect what you want.

• Qivicon Alliance • www.qivicon.de • Germany

GATEWAYS

R LITE as logging, geofencing, and complicated rules configuration. The device also features a modular design, which will allow users to attach GSM and battery modules that will allow the system to continue to work even during power or network outages. Both the Home Center 2 and Lite support plugins, developed by Fibaro engineers to support popular third-party devices like Nest thermostats, Sonos speakers, and Philips Hue lights.

ZIPATO ZIPABOX

• Qivicon Alliance • www.qivicon.de • Germany

Zipato’s ZipaBox is a modular smart home gateway. Its main unit supports the Z-Wave protocol, while optional snap-on modules add support for KNX, Zigbee and more. Also available are battery and GSM modules that come in handy when the power or network is down. Whether users need the system for security, energy-saving, comfort or health, Zipato’s web and smartphone apps allows users to create complicated rules and scenes via drag-and-drop.

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KITS AND SYSTEMS

DIGITALSTROM

• DigitalStrom • www.digitalstrom.com • Switzerland

Digitalstrom’s home automation system connects all electrical appliances in a home with modules that can be retrofited into a home without complicated installations. Moreover, the modules communicate with the Digitalstrom Meter, which measures power consumption for and receives signals from each module and delegates commands accordingly. A user can control the appliances in an entire room with a single light switch, according to the number or duration of taps. The Digitalstrom Server is another module that sits alongside the Digitalstrom Meter in a home’s fusebox. It connects the Digitalstrom system to a user’s home network and the Internet, enabling the configuration of automation rules via a web app and remote controlling via smartphone apps. Users can also extend the functionality of the Digitalstrom system by installing apps on the Digitalstrom Server, including the ability to create complicated scenes that can be activated by tapping a light switch—any light switch—a user-defined number of times. It also enables interaction with cloud services like Google Now.

KITS AND SYSTEMS

SAPIDO SMART CLOUD SENSOR KIT The Sapido CS101x is a smart cloud sensor kit for home and office security. The kit includes a router for the sensors that itself has built-in temperature, light and sound sensor. Also included are a door and window sensor and an IR motion sensor.

• Sapido Technology • www.sapido.com.tw • Taiwan

KITS AND SYSTEMS

SENSING AND CONTROL ENCONTROL Sensing and Control’s enControl smart home solution is designed to preserve comfort inside homes and businesses. Using intelligent automation, our solution adjusts temperature and lighting according to the changing needs of occupants throughout the day. Energy is used only when and where it is needed, reducing energy wastage and thus, the monthly energy bill. Moreover, enControl offers intuitive web and mobile apps designed to help users understand their energy bills and take additional energy saving actions.

• Sensing and Control • www.sensingcontrol.com • Spain

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SMART PLUGS

EDIMAX SMART PLUGS Edimax Smart Plugs connect people to their homes, and the things they use every day. Designed to make homes more dynamic, functional and work better for modern lifestyles, Smart Plug products give users intelligent control over all of their home electronics. The Smart Plug Switch plugs into any wall socket and enables you to switch or schedule a connected electronic device on/off from your smartphone. Just plug the device into the Switch and see how Smart Plugs can work for you and your home.

• Edimax Technology • www.edimax.com • Taiwan

SMART PLUGS

AVM FRITZ!DECT 200 AVM, producer of the Fritz!Box broadband gateway that is ubiquitous in Germany, has released Fritz!DECT 200, a new smart plug that allows users to set up timers for connected nnected appliances, manually control them through the Fritz!Box UI or smartphone app, or AVM’s Fritz!Fon wireless phone. The smart plug also monitors and logs energy consumption on for each connected appliance. Another model, the Fritz!Powerline 546E provides the same • AVM • www.avm.de timer, monitoring and manual control features, but also • Germany extends a home network through powerline and Wi-Fi.

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UNIQUE AUTOMATION BATH-O-MATIC At the touch of a button, or the click of a mouse, Bathomatic fills the bath to perfection—even adding bubbles and perfumes. Bringing full automation to the bathroom at last, this technological breakthrough offers energy and water savings plus flooding and scalding prevention. Bathomatic is controlled from a small, wall-mounted touch-screen interface or any other location via a PC, PDA or automation systems.

• Unique Automation • www.bath-o-matic.com • United Kingdom

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MCOHOME Z-WAVE THERMOSTATS MCOHome’s Z-Wave thermostats are visually attractive and easy to use. The company also offers RS485, remote dry contact control and Wi-Fi options. The thermostats allow control through Z-Wave home automations systems to turn the HVAC system on or off and adjust temperature as well as fan speeds.

• MCOHome Technology • www.mcohome.com • China

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NETWEEN HOME SURVEILLANCE CAMERA Netween’s E110i home surveillance camera allows local recording and live viewing via an iOS, Android or web app. It also doubles as a 802.11/b/g/n Wi-Fi router. The tip of the cone-shaped device is the camera, which can be detached for a more flexible setup.

• Netween • www.netween.co.kr • Korea

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TADO° HEATING APP Tado° learns about all the significant properties of a home in just a few days. For instance, how quickly it cools down or how the sunshine influences the interior temperature. This information is used to develop control strategies that will bring about the desired temperature in the most efficient way possible. These strategies can also make use of current weather forecasts: if the sun is going to shine the next day, tado° will automatically take this information into account and heat on a lower setting.

• Tado • www.tado.com • Germany

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We were at the show! a&s SMAhome visited the Light+Building 2014 in Frankfurt, Germany during March 30 to April 4 to introduce our magazine to new readers and to study the European smart home market. We distributed 650 copies at three locations in building-related exhibition areas. Recipients, especially OEMs, showed interest in the publication and its content. Leading European brands showcased home security products made by possible through partnerships with Asian OEMs. Having seen a&s SMAhome magazine at the show for the first time, those European brands appreciated the publication as a valuable resources to look for quality partners in the future. Walking in the exhibition hall, the large number of KNX members and KNX-compatible solutions show its strong market position in Europe. The spotlight of this year’s Light+Building was on energy efficiency. Exhibitors offered innovative solutions that not only reduce a building’s energy consumption through intelligent building automation technologies but increase comfort and convenience. A special show, "Smart Powered Building – Your Building in the Smart Grid," presented technologies for intelligent control over energy usage. The show used real-world installations to show how networked buildings can efficiently generate, store, distribute and use decentralized, reusable energy.

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ASIA, A SOURCING HUB FOR SMART HOME CAMERAS Asia is the largest manufacturing base of home security cameras and surveillance kits, with hundreds of competing suppliers. For these suppliers, the major export markets for smart home security cameras and surveillance kits are areas with well-developed network infrastructures, such as Europe and the U.S. By Weili Lin

Asian suppliers at the SMAhome International Conference & Exhibition 2014 (powered by Secutech) are primarily traditional surveillance, telecommunication and multimedia companies. For them, it is a new business opportunities. However, it is a whole new market, with different priorities and demands. Therefore, no player in each industry has an extreme advantage. The smart home market is new for the surveillance industry in terms of applications and user experiences. From the interviews, no killer application is mentioned so far. Not all surveillance companies are enthusiastic about this market. Nevertheless, some companies plan to enter the smart home market with DIY offerings and a new brand for their smart home product lineup. Home security cameras require network connectivity and easy-touse software in addition to reliable hardware. The telecommunicationsbased companies like Sercomm, Zinwell and Senao Networks boast their strong cloud services or high Quality of Service (QoS) for networks. As for 40 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

the companies who are experts in audio and video processing, like DXG, Compro and PiXORD, they aim for high-quality images through IC, digital image processing and optical designs as their core competencies. Those companies are strong competitors to traditional surveillance companies in the smart home market. As for brandcentric companies, foreign companies like Bosch, Axis and ADT may be their greatest competitors. We explore export markets, business models, sales channels, and major applications along with major product features weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen at SMAhome 2014. (See more event details on Page 63)

US LEADS THE MARKET North America is still the largest export market for Asian manufacturers, followed by Europe. Market acceptance, mature network infrastructure and consumer affordability are three major factors to boost the market. For some interviewees, more than 50 percent of sales revenue is contributed by the US market. In the U.S., the DIY market is booming. Alan Chang, Vice President of International Sales & Marketing Dept of DXG, whose major export markets include Europe and North America, thinks that the ubiquity of smartphones and proliferation of 4G network are two

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"WILLIAM KU, VICE PRESIDENT OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS DIV. OF VIVOTEK MENTIONED THAT TV AND DOOR ARE TWO KEY AREAS FOR THE SMART HOME MARKET. "

driving forces of the market. Wi l l i a m K u , Vi c e P re s i d e n t o f International Business Div. of Vivotek mentioned that TV and door are two key areas for the smart home market. Russia, Brazil and Southeast Asia are viewed as three export markets with a lot of potential. Emerging countries are considered to be the next promising areas. Russia and Brazil are said to be two fast-growing regions over the next two to three years. The improved network infrastructure, strong buying power, and conversion from analog signals to digital are three major factors. "Russia is a potential market due to its high consumption capability," said Bruce

Wang, Marketing Manager of Compro. China is another promising area, but will likely see less growth compared to the above-mentioned regions, some exhibitors said. In China, India and the Middle East, home security still caters to the high-end market. As for India, wealth inequality and low profit from channels can be two reasons that make foreign suppliers reluctant to enter the market.

BUSINESS TYPES DIFFER BY REGIONS AND CUSTOMERS Asian manufacturersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; security cameras are distributed under their own names or customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. OEM, ODM and private May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 41

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Kevin Cheng, Sales Marketing Director, 3S PocketNet

Bruce Liu, Marketing Manager, Compro Technology

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label businesses are major types for manufacturers of electronics products. For home security cameras and surveillance kits, OEM and ODM are two major business types. A few companies emphasize on ownbrand business. For example, 3S PocketNet emphasizes its own-brand business, selling its network cameras and bundled software to end users and SIs. With strong design and manufacturing capabilities, Asian suppliers work with SIs and distributors via private label business for global project cases. Of course, there are also companies that offer only OEM and ODM services, like Sercomm and Zinwell. To stay competitive, some Asian suppliers strengthen their vertical integration capability via in-house design capability or upstream subsidiaries. For instance, Vatics, a spin-off from the SoC solutions department of Vivotek, offers SoC for network cameras. PiXORD, a subsidiary of ELAN Microelectronics, prides itself on image processing from the side of IC design. Due to geographical differences and consumer behaviors, ownbrand products are distributed via distributors or companiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; local branch offices. Some companies of professional surveillance products offer smart home products under new brandsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;for example, Hikvision thinks this is a better approach because it sees the smart home market as a new market, rather than an extension of traditional surveillance. The company released smart h o m e re l a t e d p ro d u c t s and solutions under the its EZVIZ brand so that consumers can differentiate its smart home business from its professional surveillance segment.

MAJOR CHANNELS When it comes to product distribution, online and retail stores are two major sales channels of branded products for the DIY market, especially in North America and Europe. For DIY users, online stores are important channels due to the convenience of direct ordering. In the U.S., there is a large market of DIY consumers who prefer to shop online or at retail stores. Distributors are important to enter the European market. Own-brand products from Asian manufacturers are mostly sold to European online shops and retailers through distributors. The distributors are also important for Asian makers to enter the South American market. Dylan Tseng, Senior Sales Manager of Sales Center Business Unit of Pixord stated that the company entered the Brazil market through partnerships with local distributors. As for manufacturers, home security cameras are distributed all over the world primarily by branded companies, SIs, telcos and distributors. Most of the manufacturers rely on SIs, value-added resellers (VAR), dealers and distributors to distribute products overseas. Allan Chien, Associate Vice President of Branding Business Dept of Senao Networks said VARs could be major partners. Telcos like AT&T, SFR, Qivicon and Verizon offer home monitoring and control, as well as home security and automation services. Offering home surveillance services with free or rented network cameras is one of the approaches for telcos to spur market growth. Apart from European and US telcos, there are also opportunities in emerging markets like Southeast Asia and South America. Southeast Asia is one of Zavioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s major export markets. Shauchau You, Vice President of Zavio indicated that it is common for manufacturers to sell home cameras or solutions to telcos in Southeast Asia through local SIs and distributors. To approach telcos, most Asian manufactures work with SIs, distributors or branded companies by

>>>>>>>>>> BEN HUANG, DIGITAL PRODUCT MARKETING SPECIALIST OF ZINWELL INDICATED THAT THE HOME SECURITY CAMERA IS THE FIRST PRODUCT LINE TO TARGET FOR ENTERING THE SMART HOME MARKET.

Allan Chien, Associate VP, Branding Business Dept, Senao Networks

private-label business for telco projects. They take the same approach as they do with alarm monitoring and security service providers. Only a few largesized companies like Sercomm or those whose specialty is in telephony or settop boxes, like Zinwell, can approach the telcos directly by offering valueadded services like free small cell or provision of total solutions. Almost all of their products are sold through OEM and ODM projects.

SECURITY TAKES THE FIRST PLACE

Keen Yao, International Marketing Director, Hikvision

Dylan Tseng, Senior Sales Manager of Sales Center Business Unit, PiXORD

The smart home market comprises home security, automation and energy management. For suppliers at the show, the home security market is their main battlefield, generating the most profit. Home automation is a space they are targeting next, although they position these products and services for the highend market. Network cameras are major contributors to the home security market, in terms of sales revenue. The products can also be used for small offices and retail stores. Ben Huang, Digital Product Marketing Specialist of Product Dept of Zinwell Corporation indicated that the home security camera is the first product line to target for entering the smart home market.

Interviews conducted at the show reveal that Chinese companies tend to offer surveillance kits that consist of cameras and 4-channel NVRs or home NAS for the home security market. Moreover, the consumer-centric smart home market forces manufacturers to focus on user-friendly software and user application to make their products more appealing in a highly competitive market. Home automation is the next focus for Asian makers after security. Bruce Wang of Compro said that home automation is a value-added feature for home security cameras. Compro offers a cloud camera based on ZigBee technology, featuring power saving features and a long life cycle. So far, home automation solutions are considered as the high-end segment of the smart home market. Most Asian network camera manufacturers enter the market by providing video door phone cameras, peephole cameras or indoor cameras with motion detection. Products like Brinnoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PHV MAC feature easy DIY and senior-friendly setup. Video surveillance, video recording and DIY alarm monitoring are common features. They co-work with leading companies like Control4 to enter the market. The other way to enter the market is May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 43

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StarVedia Technology Inc.

Zavio

to release network cameras with simple home control functions. The providers are required to have design capability in software integration and wireless networks. Take Compro for example, its cameras are bundled with C4Home software to enable home automation by remotely controlling home appliances with the built-in IR remote control. Energy management is becoming more important, too, especially in Europe. Only a few companies offer simple functions like indoor temperature alarm and control through PIR or temperature sensor. For instance, StarVedia released its Temperature Alarm System (TAS), which offers intelligent surveillance for homes and stores. Users can ask the babysitter to turn off the air conditioner through the built-in speaker and infrared thermometer of its network cameras. We can expect more and more new network cameras that support simple energy management functions like temperature control as value-added features.

USER-FRIENDLINESS IS KEY

Ben Huang, Digital Product Marketing Specialist, Product Dept, Zinwell

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Smart home product features are simple, useful and affordable. For home users, user-friendly software and experience are two decisive factors before making a purchase. Home security cameras, mostly referring to those network cameras, are ranked as entry-level products,

in terms of hardware specs. Makers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t emphasize on advancements in technology, but on practical and fascinating user experiences. Cloud services are a selling point when talking about storage among Asian makers. At present, both local and cloud storage media are available. S D m e m o r y c a rd s c a n b e o n e major adoption for alarm-triggered recordings. Some choose 2CH or 4CH NVRs as the recording bank, although a home NAS may be a more affordable alternative. Cloud storage saves costs for the user, with many manufacturers offering free-of-charge storage. However, privacy can be an important issue to notice when it comes to any free service. Therefore, they offer secured personal cloud storage, including free space at Amazon server, Dropbox and Google Drive for privacy. Traditional surveillance companies prefer to promote surveillance kits with local storage solution; new entrants like telecommunicationsbased companies tend to promote cloud storage solutions. Of course, any home device requires a trendy exterior, and home security cameras are no exception. Sleek design and compact size are two distinguishing features for the homeuse models among network cameras. Regarding form factor, cube models are currently the mainstream. This year, suppliers promoted models that support PTZ functionality, along with mini dome and bullet models for outdoor use. Models with fish-eye lenses are also promoted. Moreover, Asian manufacturers promote new value-added features, such as waterproof (IP66) and ROI (region of interest). ROI offers bandwidth and storage optimization through targeted image capturing of specific important areas for preview and recording. H.264 is the mainstream video streaming format. Models supporting H.265, which was approved by ITU in 2013, can be seen as early as late 2014.

28 – 30 April 2015 Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Taiwan The World’s Only Exhibition and Conference Dedicated to Smart Home Equipment & Devices For Int‘l Smart Home Professionals www.secutech.com/SMAhome

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CHINESE HOME CAMERA MAKERS’ AGGRESSIVE MOVES FOR EXPORTS China makers deem the home security camera industry to be uprising in the following years. Being export-oriented, they smell a business opportunity in the global market demand of usability and trendy outlook. They also addressed importance of the emerging domestic market where surveillance kits are still in high demand and the sales of affordable own-brand models has been growing. By Weili Lin

China is the largest sourcing base for home security cameras with hundreds of direct manufacturers and traders, offering both OEM/ODM and own-brand business. There are large companies like Foscam, Hikvision, Dahua, and SMART EYE (Wansview), along with much more small and midsized suppliers. The China camera suppliers are clustered in Guangdong and Zhejiang. They consider Europe and North America to be two major markets. They rely on distributors and resellers for export business. A few of them like Foscam put their own-brand cameras to physical or online stores like Amazon. Langshixing exports part of its products under its own brand Slinda. The majority of the China-made cameras are distributed worldwide under their customers’ brands nevertheless. For example, Yiant offers OEM and ODM services to worldwide branded companies, mostly in Europe, Asia and the US.

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few years to China makers. I Vision, whose major export markets are in Europe and the US, regards Southeast Asia as the fast-growing area. As for the domestic market, China market is still at the introduction stage, having relatively lower growth rate over the next few years. The penetration rate seems to grow at a slow pace due to low consumer acceptance and incomplete network infrastructure.

Jasper Qui, Deputy General Manager, Shenzhen Yiant Security Equipment

COMMON FORM FACTORS, DIFFERENT APPROACHES The major three types of home security cameras offered by China makers are cube, PTZ and all-in-one (robot-type) models of wireless IP cameras. The latter two are generally called the robot type. The cameras from China offer diversified and security-oriented designs. Integration with other features like push alarming is China makers’ next focus. Hikvision, Dahua, Lingshi, Yiant and Langshixing pointed out the importance of a total solution containing network cameras, software and cloud or NVR storages. It is a trend to sell home security cameras via surveillance kits to residential communities and complexes. Most of them are surveillance companies who offer both NVRs and security cameras. A few of them are

Jimmy Cai, Sales Director, Zhuhai Huanso Industrial

Jessica Yan, General Manager, IVision Electronics

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Anna Wu,

Milu Lai,

Sales Manager, Langshixing Electronic (Shenzhen)

Regional Manager, Security Product Dept, Yeastar Technology

Emily Wang,

Tim Shen,

Manager, Shenzhen Lingshi Electronics

Marketing Director, Overseas Business Center, Dahua Technology

suppliers to offer surveillance kits JIMMY CAI INDICATED NVR by working with IP camera companies. THAT WIRELESS For example, Yeastar, a NVR provider, SYSTEMS ARE MORE offers surveillance kits with an IP network company Milesight. SUITABLE FOR HOME camera It is an emerging trend for China makers USERS THAN THOSE to sell their own-brand products via the online stores like tmall.com and Amazon, WIRED SOLUTIONS; or via physical channels like Walmart, PLUG-N-PLAY IS JCPenny and Auchan. ESSENTIAL FOR THE DIY MARKET. FOCUS ON USER-

EXPERIENCE AND WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY

User experience is an emphasis for China makers, referring to applicationoriented design and ease of use. They try to offer products with easy setup and userfriendly experience that are important for home users. Yao of Hikvision indicated that ease of use is a major design direction for the consumer market. Jimmy Cai, Sales Director of Huanso indicated that wireless systems are more suitable for home users than those wired solutions without complicated wiring. Cai added that plugn-play is essential for the DIY market. So far, Wi-Fi and RF2.4GHz are two major wireless standards. Wi-Fi connectivity is the major adoption for new products. We can see application-oriented solutions like baby monitors which can also be used to watch the elderly and pets. The cameras

usually come with cute shapes and wireless connectivity with small-sized monitors or wireless mobile devices. In terms of functionality, users can setup configuration within minutes by the mobile phone or control by the remotes. Besides, Huanso’s IP cameras features non-stop vibrating alert to notify users more effectively unlike most systems sending solely message alerts. Regarding ease of use, Milesight’s mini dome features a click-open enclosure to offer easy maintenance. Multifunctional or integrated design is kind of China’s innovation. Milesight’s, one of a few companies to offer integrated function, releases cube IP cameras supporting remote surveillance over SIP phones besides smartphones and PCs. Moreover, JMC Electon offers JMC-WF28 Wi-Fi home security camera, resembling alarm sensors and featuring wall-mounting and remote control. The sensor-like outlook is designed to warn intruders and avoid sabotage. EAZZYDV bulb-shaped IP cameras work as both Wi-Fi cameras and LED bulbs. The device can just be screwed in like a bulb and comes with the rechargeable backup battery for emergency use. The product supports universal AC voltage range from 100 to 240V, applied for worldwide markets. Those two are kind of hidden-type cameras.

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RESIDENTIAL VIDEO DOORPHONE GOES

IP AND WIRELESS

The video doorphone, also called the video intercom, is evolved into a multifunctional device in conjunction with network capability and home automation. Video doorphones for smart home are integrated with security, intercommunication and home automation features. With enhanced importance beyond entry management, it is moving from home entryways to the home center. By Weili Lin

INTEGRATION OF SECURITY, COMMUNICATION AND AUTOMATION The video doorphones in the smart home combine intercommunication, access control, alarming and home automation into a single platform. No doubt, users are benefited to have easier and more manageable home security. We

conclude four major trends, including wireless connectivity, digitalization, trendy outlook, and integration with home automation. The video door phone system for the smart home, generally comprises control monitors, and door stations with builtin megapixel cameras. There are models called peephole door viewers supporting

wireless connectivity with mobile devices like mobile phones or tablets instead of indoor stations. Popular features consist of remote intercommunication, access control and monitoring. With increasing demand of connected home, home owners want their video door phone systems to be smarter. Therefore, we can see more and more models supporting alarming and home automation features over the next few years.

EASIER AND MORE MANAGEABLE HOME SECURITY

RF2.4GHz and Wi-Fi are two major adoptions for wireless connectivity with mobile control monitors (Picture by courtesy of Unitech TASHI Solution).

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The video doorphones pair up wireless or fixed monitors and built-in or external security cameras for remote control and monitoring. The system connects visitors to the user's smartphones or tablets, used as the mobile control center, when the user is not at home. Users can view and allow access of visitors remotely with mobile phones. Aside from unlocking doors remotely, some of them are accompanied with alarming function like PIR detector and event alerts for

enhanced home security. They support motion-activated recording and image capture of approaching visitors in a SD card or built-in DVR. The built-in camera can automatically take photo and record video when motion is detected via the built-in PIR sensor. Like most surveillance cameras, some video door phones with built-in cameras support nighttime and pan-tilt operations. To offer wider viewing angles, fish-eye lens can be integrated at times. There are another solutions offering extended home security by connection with the door camera, smart door lock and magnetic door sensor. In addition, some complicated systems incorporate security sensors to detect fire, gas leakage and burglar intrusion with alarm notification to the management center. To cater for smart home users, ease of use is more appealing apart from affordable pricing and trendy outlook. The intuitive interface of control monitor offers easy operation on intercommunication, photo viewing, alarm setup, and home control. Also, easy installation is attractive for the DIY market.

TCP/IP FAVORED OVER WIRELESS CONNECTION The smart intercoms for home use feature Internet connection. Current offerings consist of wired and wireless solutions. Products provided by Asian suppliers are mostly wired solutions. For home users, the wireless solution, free from wiring problems, is considered to be more appealing in terms of easy installation and interoperability with mobile devices. The wireless indoor units typically come with LCD displays, and some of them are portable models used as mobile phones. RF2.4GHz and Wi-Fi are two major adoptions for wireless connectivity with mobile control monitors. Wi-Fi connectivity is getting popular due to its high compatibility with smartphones for consumers; however, it has unstable signal transmission when traveling the wall. Regarding RF2.4GHz compliant devices, they support intelligent frequency hopping

from 2.4GHz to 2.4835GHz to change RF channel automatically in order to avoid interference from other 2.4GHz devices like WLAN router, microwave and cordless phone. Regarding the wired solution for smart home applications, digital TCP/ IP models are major promotions though wireless models could be more attractive for those who prefer DIY systems. For more stable solutions, the systems that adopt internet TCP/IP technology to void complicated wiring installation are highly promoted by suppliers. The digital intercom system is easy to install, manage and upgrade than traditional analog models. Supporting SIP protocol, the video doorphones allow free communication between SIP and mobile phones. It is a cost-saving solution to offer video communication.

HOME AUTOMATION GAINING INTEREST Though integration of home automation still belongs to the high-end market, we can see more and more new products integrate with simple home control features, such as control over lighting, shading, HVAC, TV, elevator and home appliance controls. The common communication protocols adopted consist of RF433, RS485, ZigBee, Z-Wave, KNX and Wi-Fi. In China, RF433 is a popular and cost-saving adoption for home automation and for connections with alarm sensors. When it comes to home use, visually appealing becomes a nice-to-have feature. The sleek design and thin form factors are stressed. We can see those trendy products with metal-casing and slim form factor measuring less than 15mm. May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 51

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VIDEO DOORPHONES FROM LEADING ASIAN BRANDS We pick 18 well-designed video doorphones, supporting color video intercommunication. Those digital systems feature wired and wireless solutions, including TCP/IP network connection. They are designed with the system type, including indoor monitors and outdoor stations, or as the doorbell cameras supporting external displays. The advanced models support home automation features, and extended home security like alarming and event-triggered video recordings.

VIDEO DOORPHONE GROWS FAST IMS Research, part of IHS, predicts worldwide unit shipments of video doorphones will grow by 7.5 percent during the next five years. The research firm added that the $1.8 billion global door phone market is transitioning from audio to video technology, with video set to grow and account for 50 percent of unit shipments in 2017. It points out that a reduction in the price of video doorphones, and the consumer’s perception of increased security via better identification of visitors are two of major driving forces. For manufacturers, keen price competition in the audio door phone industry pushes them to move toward the video door phone market with higher profit. It thinks the dropping price makes video door phones more accessible to wider markets. Functional trends include increased integration with building automation, a transition toward “hands off” indoor units along with larger 7-inch screen sizes, and an increase in the use of network systems and megapixel cameras.

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COMMAX CAV-70UG CAV-70UG equips with 7 inch wide monitor featuring tempered glass and water-resistant surface with AF (Anti-finger printing). The system let uers to monitor, release door lock and call visitors, including handsfree communication. Also, users can page and call a security guard station with the system. Besides, it is designed with a stylish curved shape, supporting surface mounting. It simplifies the installation via one UTP cable to enable video, audio, and data communication. Besides, the 4-wire system connects to door cameras for security. The system supports connection with the lobby phone within 300 meters and guard station phone within 1km. SUPPLIER/ COMMAX COUNTRY/ KOREA EMAIL/ KSLIM@COMMAX.CO.KR

EZVILLE EVW-0710G & EVW-0310G ezVille video phones EVW-0710G and EVW-0310G are two-wire systems with 7-inch and 3.5-inch LCD displays respectively. The doorphones support touch key buttons. Besides intercommunication, the products support security features, such as image capture, video recording of visitors, and video calling to the guard office. Moreover, user can use them to release the digital door lock. About the connection, the system can connects to two cameras. Besides, they features AC/ DC switch and sub phone links. SUPPLIER/ EZVILLE COUNTRY/ KOREA EMAIL/ KONLYS@EZVILLE.NET

KOCOM KVR-A510 KOCOM KVR-A510 is a videophone with alarms and home control functions. It features 10-inch touchscreen LCD display with touch key buttons. Equipped with 4CH DVR, the product supports monitoring via the connection with CCTV cameras. The product supports 4-wire connection with the monitor and door cameras. Besides, it features image capture and video recording with manual, continuous, schedule, motion and sensor modes. It also supports remote viewing via iOS and Android smartphones. The device provides event notification and alarms like Email notification and buzzer for triggered events. The model supports video storage on a SD card up to 32GB or USB HDDs up to 1TB. Besides, the device supports home control over lighting, gas, valve and curtains based on RS-485 communication, available with scheduled and scenario settings. The model supports the screen saver mode for saving energy and money. Its supported interfaces consist of Ethernet(1xRJ45), 1xUSB2.0, 1xSDHC card slot, and RS485 ports. SUPPLIER/ KOCOM COUNTRY/ KOREA EMAIL/ EXPORT@KOCOM.CO.KR KOCOM.CO.KR R

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SAMSUNG SHT-7610XM Samsung SHT-7610XM, the video intercom system, features 10.1-inch LCD display, slim form factor, and flush-mounting installation. It provides intercommunication, alarm, security and home control functions. The product features hands-free communication, door answering, monitoring and door release. The system is expandable up to 4 sub monitors, one door camera and four CCTV cameras. Users can capture visitors’ images and save them. The product offers door security by connection with the door camera, smart door lock and magnetic door sensor. Besides, the device incorporates security sensors to detect fire, gas leakage and burglar intrusion. As for home control, the device enables users to control over lighting, gas, valve, air conditioner and elevator. The product offers optional features like connection with PSTN phones and panic buttons. SUPPLIER/ SAMSUNG COUNTRY/ KOREA EMAIL/ INFO@SAMSUNGVIDEODOORPHONE.COM

AMROAD P3 DOOR STATION Amroad P3, available in black and white, is a door station exclusively designed for indoor spaces of condominiums and high-rise buildings where it finds its ideal location next to doorways along corridors. The product comes with a full spectrum of functionalities in a thin form factor. This small, sleek, flush-mounted device features audio-video communication via SIP protocol, RFID keyless access and integrated LED uplight lamp for welcoming visitors. It also features concealed speaker and microphone for better appearance and hygiene with replaceable cover panel. Besides, it supports night view and brightness adjustment. SUPPLIER/ AMROAD COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ INFO@AMROAD.COM.TW

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ENFORCER WIRELESS VIDEO DOORPHONE

B&B LABORATORY MAGICEYES 2.4GHZ DIGITAL WIRELESS VIDEO DOORPHONE B&B Laboratory Magiceyes 2.4GHz Digital Wireless Video Doorphone comes with a wireless indoor unit. It can also be used as the elderly and children care system. The system supports clear two-way audio communication by using DSP echo cancellation technology. The wireless indoor unit features the 7-inch TFT display with 800x480 pixel resolution. The intercom system supports up to 100 meters of operation distance. The outdoor station automatically takes photo and records video when motion is detected. The product supports video-based motion detection unlike those using PIR detection. The system includes a lithium rechargeable battery. The SD card is supported for local storage of up to 32GB size, for around 60 to 130 hours of video recording. To avoid interference from other 2.4GHz devices like WLAN router, microwave and cordless phone, the product supports intelligent frequency hopping from 2.4GHz to 2.4835GHz to change RF channel automatically.

Superior Electronics Corporation ENFORCER Wireless Video Doorphone that comes with a camera and connects to up to 3 wireless LCD monitors, operating in the 2.4GHz frequency band. The doorphone can be connected to egress devices. The camera and monitors support 150 meters of operation range from an entryway. When a guest or visitor presses the call button on the camera unit, the homeowner can use one of up to three lightweight handheld wireless LCD monitors to see who is requesting entry, talk with the caller, take a photo, and decide whether or not to grant entry. The camera features built-in LED lights for nighttime operation and PIR sensor supporting 3 meters of PIR detection distance and 138 degrees of detection angle. With the built-in PIR sensor , the camera can activate and take photos of approaching visitors. Besides, users can remotely unlock the door via the handheld monitor. The monitor includes rechargeable battery and a recharging dock. Moreover, the user can have two-way communication with visitors. SUPPLIER/ SUPERIOR ELECTRONICS COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ INFO@SUPERIOR-ELEC.COM

SUPPLIER/ B&B LABORATORY COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ JASON.WANG@BNBLABS.COM

KCA EHOME INTERCOM Kingdom Communication Associated (KCA) offers the eHome Intercom system, available with 7-inch, 8-inch and 10.1-inch touchscreen TFT LCD displays. The system supports TCP/IP network communication protocol. With the embedded network concentrator, it simultaneously offers video and voice transmission without capacity limitation. The system supports individual call or group calls to other indoor units for intercommunication. There is a friend list to offer â&#x20AC;&#x153;do not disturb â&#x20AC;&#x153; function. It also features atmospheric setting for e-Home control, including elevator control, controlled by the remote controller or touch panel control. Besides, it features the panic button for emergency notification. The system supports video and audio recording with D1 highresolution into a SD card. It also supports multimedia features like digital frame, MP3 and MP4 players. Designed with the alarm clock, it provides scheduled reminders. SUPPLIER/ KCA COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ LILIAN@KCA.COM.TW

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MAXSYS SMART HOME CONTROL & INTEGRATED SYSTEM

WAFERLOCK E-HOME SYSTEM WaferLock e-Home system consists of a main station WEH-8900 and door stations WEH-4200B and WEH-4800. The system, featuring TCP/ IP communication and RJ-45 port, offers video intercommunication, home security, automation and multimedia functions. Door-to-door intercom and the intercommunication with the security guard office are provided. The main control unit features 10-inch color touch-screen display, and shows weather, date, time and temperature information. The system features favorites list, incoming call block function, SOS emergency button, community bulletin board, and intruder alarm notice. The door stations support auto snapshot and recording, and bultin RFID reader. SUPPLIER/ WFE COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ JOHNSON.WU@WFE.COM.TW

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The Smart Home Control & Integrated System features 10.4-inch touchscreen display, and touch keypads for ease of use. 18 kinds of smart programs are offered. The system supports audio and video intercommunication with home security and community management functions. The system also features home automation like lighting control and smart system setup. SUPPLIER/ YU-HENG COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ YU-HENG@E-SCS.COM.TW

TASHI INTERCOM TURNKEY SOLUTION TASHI, the IP-based turnkey solution, utilizes the video and voice over IP technology in door intercommunications and offers the fancy 3D UI connecting to the smart home applications. The Doorphone with a 2M pixel camera adopts the international SIP communication, supports MPEG-4/ H.264 and RSTP/RTP/RTCP protocol, and the front end offers IP65 rated protection. The household control panel adopts multiple communication interfaces, including Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth and ZigBee. The turnkey solution provides the intercom, community management, home automation, alarm systems and IOT series. SUPPLIER/ UNITECH COUNTRY/ TAIWAN EMAIL/ EDMONY@TW.UTE.COM

ANJUBAO AJB-SZ13AH Anjubao’s HD doorphone monitor features 7-inch HD touchscreen display of 1024×600 resolution and thin form factor measuring 18 mm in thickness. The product features CPU TMS320DM365 (300MHz) for high performance. Equipped with AJB 5 megapixels HD camera station and optimized 3A algorithm, the AJB HD system offers HD video calls and HD snapshot photos. The product features high-fidelity communication to offer clear voice in noisy environments. With internal 128MB memory, the device supports 16GB TF card for data storage. Also, it features the user-friendly UI for easy operation. The device supports surface-mounted installation. SUPPLIER/ ANJUBAO COUNTRY/ CHINA EMAIL/ OVERSEAS@ANJUBAO.NET May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 55

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AURINE 4-WIRE VIDEO DOORPHONE FOR INDIVIDUAL APARTMENTS Aurine’s 4-wire video doorphone features flexible configurations, offering one to multiple kits (1 outdoor camera, 1-4 indoorphones), and 2 to multiple kits(2 outdoor cameras, 1-4 indoorphones). The video intercom system supports surveillance and remote door release. Besides, the system is available with the handset or handfree monitor for intercommunication. The system features easy installation and DIY, suitable for villas and apartment buildings. Optional image memory function is offered. SUPPLIER/ AURINE COUNTRY/ CHINA EMAIL/ LEOLEE@AURINE.CN

ISMART IP VIDEO DOORPHONE

DAHUA VTO2000A SERIES AND DH-VTH1520AH VTO2000A IP outdoor station is embedded with 1.0-MP color CMOS camera, which has a 120°wide adjustable angle lens. VTO2000A’s functions are extendable by adding optional modules. The device supports TCP/ IP & SIP protocols and mobile phone software so that users can answer, monitor and unlock the door anywhere anytime. VTO2000A supports flush mounted or surface mounted, and its stainless steel panel is vandal-proof and water-proof. DH-VTH1520AH is a 7-inch color indoor monitor that features 800x480 video resolution. The device features built-in video chat camera and TCI/IP network connectivity, allowing free communication between indoor monitors. The device supports pluggable SD card for snapshots and recordings whenever calling comes. DH-VTH1520AH supports flush mounted and surface mounted. SUPPLIER/ DAHUA COUNTRY/ CHINA EMAIL/ OVERSEAS@DAHUATECH.COM

The IP video doorphone features 10.1-inch TFT LCD screen, 4CH display and 600TVL CMOS camera. The system supports 2 doorbell units and 2 cameras simultaneously. Supporting internet connection with WiFi connectivity, the doorphone supports smart phone remote control. Users can remotely monitoring, communicate and unlock doors. Besides, it supports password protection when unlocking the door. It supports the SD card for local storage up to 32GB. SUPPLIER/ ISMART COUNTRY/ CHINA EMAIL/ MARKETING@ISMARTCITY.COM.CN

LEELEN JB-304 SERIES

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Leelen JB-304 Series is a villa-type 4-wire intercom system. It is a DIY system with plug-and-play easy installation. The system supports up to four door stations and four indoor phones. The door-to-door intercommunication is supported among indoor phones, including calling transfer function. Besides, the system can identify visitors and unlock the door for home safety. Moreover, the system features antivandal, waterproof and cast-aluminum casing. Besides, it features surface and flush mounting installations. Its video door station, featuring pin-hole door camera, is equipped with a 1/3-inch CCD or CMOS SONY sensor, and with IR or white LEDs for sharp views both at daytime or nighttime. The indoor phone is available with 4-inch and 7-inch TFT LCD monitors with 960x234 and 1440x234 pixels resolution respectively. Card reader, keypad and picture memory are optional features.

XINGTEL 700 SERIES TCP/IP VIDEO INTERCOM SYSTEM

GUANGDONG ROULE 7â&#x20AC;? SLIMLINE HANDSFREE COLOR VIDEO DOORPHONE The slim video doorphone measures only 17mm in thickness. It features 7-inch Top Grade A TFT color screen with high definition, no radiation and low power consumption. It supports intercommunication between the indoor and outdoor units. Also, its supports electric door release function. Its built-in camera supporting IR night vision is equipped with a protection cover to avoid direct sunlight for clear images. The system comes with the indoor unit, outdoor unit, cable and adapter for the DIY market.

The TCP/IP video intercom system features 7-inch or 10-inch touchscreen display with customized GUIs. The system supports SIP protocol, allowing the communication to VoIP phone, PSTN and mobile phones. It is a cost-saving solution to offer video communication with users with SIP phones. With its 3G video software, users can receive the video call and unlock the door remotely. Besides, the product supports web browser for online services like online shopping. The intercom also supports alarm notification to the management center, by connection with fire, gas, smoke, door, window and IR sensors. The device can connect to up to 8 IP cameras. In addition, the intercom supports remote surveillance via PCs or mobile phones. Also, the smart intercom system supports remote control over lights, curtains, TV and other appliances at home with PCs or mobile phones. The system also supports image and video recordings, and recorded audio message from the management center. SUPPLIER/ XINGTEL COUNTRY/ CHINA EMAIL/ MILLER@DNAKE.COM

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Z-WAVE: AN ECOSYSTEM, NOT JUST A STANDARD

Wireless transmission for the smart home will see a process similar to the shift from landline phones to mobile phone. Wireless technologies will dominate the retrofit smart home.

Z-wave Evangelist C.K. SZE

Z-Wave Evangelist in Asia C.K. Sze was invited to present the benefits of Z-Wave at SMAhome International Conference & Exhibition 2014 (powered by Secutech). His talk covered why Z-Wave’s technology is an optimal choice for smart home solutions, as well as Z-Wave’s implications for security, hospitality and residential markets. While home automation is nothing new, the market has been dominated by solutions that use wired transmission. Wired transmission is inherently superior to its airborne counterpart, with mature technology that installers are experienced with, abundant bandwidth and resistance to interfering signals. The problem is that it is expensive. Really expensive. Sze says that the Internet of Things will inevitably push the capabilities of home automation to even households with average incomes. Wireless transmission helps bring costs down significantly for both materials and installation. Sze believes that wireless transmission for the smart home will see a process similar to the shift from landline phones to mobile phones, where the reliability of

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landline phones was eventually overshadowed by the ubiquity and convenience of mobile phones. Wireless technologies will dominate the retrofit smart home market because wires are impractical in many situations. Leading global smart home product and service providers have adopted Z-Wave as their protocol of choice, such as the tier–1 US telcos Verizon and AT&T, as well as other big brands like ADT, Alarm. com, Honeywell, Kwikset, Vivint and more. What makes Z-Wave an optimal choice? According to Sze, Z-Wave is the only wireless transmission technology to feature all of the following characteristics that are essential to a practical smart home solution: •Reliable transmission through a mesh network •Secure, encrypted communication between devices •Low power consumption and minimal electromagnetic radiation •Easy to use, plug-and-play setup •Guaranteed interoperability and backward compatibility Sze admits that the smart home concept is a hard sell. Most devices are not must-haves, which is why the entry point for a smart home system should begin with security systems, lighting and energy management, which provide immediate and observable benefits. He added that the five-star hotel Wynn Las Vegas installed 65,000 wave devices in 2011. The installation significantly saved the hotel time and money, while causing negligible destruction to its original decor. According to Sze, visitors now have a better experience at the hotel, having the ability to control their whole room via a single, unified UI. As for the hotel, its security team can easily monitor 2,716 rooms for any anomalies; more importantly, the new system cuts energy bills by 40%.

BOSCH HIGHLIGHTS THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR INTELLIGENT CAMERAS IN SMART HOMES Many features of current smart homes are enabled by individual devices now. Bosch foresees the possibility of substituting them with “intelligent cameras” in the near future.

Director–Key Accounts, Asia Pacific of Bosch Security Systems BISWAS SURAJIT

"Bosch’s vision of a smart home, where multiple intelligent cameras enable a homeowner to be more aware of events that occur inside and outside the home through timely notifications and real-time video viewing."

At SMAhome International Conference 2014, Biswas Surajit, Director–Key Accounts, Asia Pacific of Bosch Security Systems gave a presentation on the role cameras play in a smart home. In his presentation, "Opportunities in Residential Security and Smart Home," Biswas cites a report by IMS Research, emphasizing the massive opportunity for home security cameras: the global smart home market will reach US$3 billion in 2014 and $7.3 billion by 2017. The rapidly developing global smart home market is expected to see growth accelerate over the next three years. Surajit Biswas says security will play an important role in this market, citing an IMS report that forecasts network video surveillance equipment will reach $1.8 billion in total revenue by 2020. Biswas observes that many features of current smart homes are enabled by individual devices, and proposes the possibility of addressing them with “intelligent cameras.” Biswas outlines Bosch’s vision of a smart home, where multiple intelligent cameras enable a homeowner to be more aware of events that occur inside and outside the home through timely

notifications and real-time video viewing. Eventually, smart home cameras will become complex, fully integrated systems that have advanced features like face recognition, pet recognition and emergency classification—such as smoke, fire or flooding. Many of the devices in our everyday lives have become connected in one way or the other, and cameras will play an increasingly important role in that interaction, Biswas said. “In your house, there are many things that are happening simultaneously. At any moment, you need the ability to actively observe what’s happening in various places inside and outside a home. If there is someone in your garden, you’ll want to see who it is. If there is a person or a pet on your couch, you might also want to make sure it’s safe. You’ll want to see if there’s a fire in your home, or if the doors are opened or closed.” All of these events can be detected and monitored by an intelligent camera. Looking at a typical home security setup, Biswas finds multiple devices that can be replaced by a single intelligent camera. Security applications like intrusion detection, verification, perimeter surveillance and elderly care; multimedia applications like entertainment and video conferencing—the applications are endless for cameras in a smart home. Finally, Biswas outlined Bosch’s picture of a smart home: multiple intelligent cameras that replace standalone, single-purpose devices and isolated systems to form a fully integrated system in which cameras can understand different activities, send timely notifications and allow real-time viewing of video. “Real time viewing is especially important because you need to see the video while the action is taking place, not two hours after the incident,” Biswas emphasized.

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AMARYLLO TURNS TO SKYPE FOR PRIVACY PROTECTION AND GOOGLE FOR FREE STORAGE Both Google and Microsoft are technology giants that offer reliable, convenient and secure cloud services. It is refreshing to see a home security manufacturer incorporate widely-used products and services into their cameras.

Sales Manager Jacob Hanks

In a talk at the SMAhome International Conference & Exhibition 2014 (powered by Secutech), Amaryllo Sales Manager Jacob Hanks spoke about the company’s design philosophy, as well as its interesting approach to video surveillance. Amaryllo, founded in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, has been designing, developing and manufacturing its Skype products since 2012. Amaryllo’s current products include a wireless security camera and a baby monitor, which are called the iCam HD and iBabi HD, respectively; both products are powered by Skype. Hanks also mentioned a new miniature wall-mount wireless Skype video camera called iSensor HD and a video door phone in the pipeline. Amaryllo’s line of home security cameras uses Skype’s proprietary protocol to stream live audio and video to smartphones, tablets and PCs. Hanks said it took the company significant R&D resources— two years and multi-million dollars—to finally meet the strict specifications set by Skype, now owned by Microsoft, to approve and certify its products. This was due to the many difficult specifications that needed to be met; one of them is the streaming

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video latency, which mandates the video latency to be less than 0.5 seconds on a typical connection. In some cases, other P2P VoIP and video calling services can experience accumulated video latency of more than 50 seconds before finally dropping a call. Skype's P2P technologies ensure users see less than 0.5 seconds of streaming video latency. To encode live video in Skype's 256-bit encryption, Amaryllo worked with a semiconductor company to design a 600 MHz processor with a proprietary Linux system to embed Skype's protocol. The company put more than 20 engineers on this project to overcome the many implementation difficulties. The company plans to migrate to a 800 MHz CPU next year to support more features and improve performance. Amaryllo is the first and last company to receive full certification from Microsoft Skype Division for standalone home security products—the program was shut down in 2013. Hanks says it made more sense to use existing, proven technology that is know for its reliability and quality, rather than reinvent the wheel for possibly lesser results. In addition to using Skype’s protocol for audio and video transmission, Amaryllo also allows users to store video in the cloud via Google Drive. Both Google and Microsoft are technology giants that offer reliable, convenient and secure cloud services, like VOIP and cloud-based storage; using them for home security is an interesting approach. It is refreshing to finally see a camera manufacturer incorporate widely-used products and services into their cameras. The company has filed more than 10 patents covering industrial design, installation method, privacy protection, cloud storage and more. The company has been meeting with numerous interested parties, including some large telcos and global home appliance giants.

SKYWATCH: REBUILDING APPLIANCES Switching things on and off, even remotely, is very 1970s. Imagine redesigning an everyday object as mundane as a thermostat from the ground up, like Nest did. You create so much value that Google is willing to acquire you for $3.2 billion.

Co-founder Dr. Wei-Chao Chen

Skywatch co-founder Dr. Wei-Chao Chen gave a keynote at SMAhome International Conference & Exhibition 2014 (powered by Secutech). His talk, titled “Rebuilding Appliances,” centers on the idea that smart home appliances are now vehicles for businesses to deliver services to customers. Dr. Chen opened his presentation with a reference toward rice cooker manufacturers—they designed a great product 60 years ago, and it has not had to change significantly even to this day. “Most other fields do not have this kind of luxury. For example, even with classic design elements, Porsche has to evolve their sports cars every couple years. Why? The market changes—you have to catch up.” This is particularly evident in the electronics industry, where chips and microprocessors follow Moore’s Law, pushing device makers to embrace new technologies or fade away into obsolescence. The mobile phone industry is an excellent example. After the introduction of microprocessors and general-purpose computing into smart phones, a smartphone has now become more important than a user’s wallet, due to the massive amount of

personal data stored on and accessed by the devices. In the past four years, mobile Internet traffic grew more than tenfold; these always on, always connected devices have enabled more and more products and services that now revolve around this new ecosystem. For example, Philips Hue is a home lighting solution that uses a ZigBee router and a Wi-Fi network to enable users to control LED light bulbs through smartphones. Kickstarter-born SmartThings allows users to control compatible on/off switches through its home automation gateway—again, made possible by advances in smartphones and the mobile Internet. “But, switching things on and off, even remotely, is very 1970s,” Chen said. “Imagine redesigning an everyday object as mundane as a thermostat from the ground up, like Nest did. You create so much value that Google is willing to acquire you for $3.2 billion.” “In the field of surveillance or smart home applications, there has been quite a few devices that have this sort of smartness built into them,” Chen continued. Talking about Piper cameras made by

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Blacksumac (recently acquired by iControl Networks), Chen said that it are no longer just a hardware—it has built-in temperature and motion sensors, and it can talk to many other types of sensors, which together help it let users know how “well” their house is doing. The house becomes a living organism. The reason why these projects have gained so much interest not only lies in their capabilities, but also the way they revolve around user experiences. Chen said Skype, originally a little company from Scandinavia, eventually overtook the VoIP market because it ticked many more boxes for users than, say Windows NetMeeting, an app bundled with Windows almost two decades ago. Both promised to change communication forever, but ultimately only one delivered an experience that users could trust. “The key lies in the little things,” Chen said. Today, software is no longer a binary file that users download, nor a box that is shrink-wrapped and sold for $49.99. Software has become a carrier for services. Similarly, Chen emphasized that electronics is not about selling hardware anymore: hardware has become

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a carrier for businesses to deliver software, which in turn delivers the real product—service. In that context, it even becomes possible to replace dedicated hardware and combine the functionalities of multiple devices into a single, generic device. An example would be a smartphone with a video surveillance app, which turns it into a basic network camera. In the same way Fedex is a delivery service and not a box inventory company, the key to providing tangible value to customers lies not in the hardware, but what businesses make the hardware do, Chen said. Being able to connect and control the devices is just the tip of an iceberg, because the true value lies in “the conversations: how devices, or Internet of Things, can talk to others, and use the data to deliver more useful services,” Chen said. This ultimately becomes an ecosystem—an app store for appliances, so to speak. The full dimensionality of appliance intelligence will only reveal itself when we can aggregate all this sensory data in the cloud and across different time, users, and even services.

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THE TRUE MANUFACTURING POWERBASE

Secutech 2014 attracts 26,127 visitors from 91 countries and regions

Secutech, held from 19 – 21 March at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, has reconfirmed its position as the preferred platform of global suppliers, especially from China, South Korea and Taiwan – the three manufacturing basis who collectively account for up to 70% of the world’s security-based product output. The debut of the SMAHome International Conference and Exhibition was a great success. Submitted by Editorial Department

Organized once again by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, Secutech 2014 welcomed 500 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions, who showcased the latest sophisticated security technology across 35,873 sqm of exhibition space. Mr Parson Lee, Manager Director for Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd commented: “The industry provided great response to the 2014 show, we welcomed 26,127 visitors

from 91 countries and regions, with a large number of buyers looking to upgrade existing security systems in the markets of Europe, North America and Southeast Asia. Digitallyintegrated and intelligent-based systems are currently some of the biggest trends in the security market. For 2014, we launch the SMAhome event to respond the trends of home security and connected home.” May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 63

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SMAHOME DEBUTS The debut of the SMAHome events was a great success. Not only hosting an array of more than 70 companies displaying smart home related solutions, the organizer has designed the world’s first “Home Camera Demo Gallery” to enable visitors using mobile phones or ipads to experience real home monitoring with the 12 cameras that every smart home professional should know. Through the live demo, visitors can realize the cameras’ performance on video quality, network capability, and detection sensibility. The 12 cameras consist of ZAVIO F3115, Compro TN600R, Dahua DH-IPCK100W, SONY SNC-CX600W, Pixord PB731, Amaryllo iCam HD, Zinwell plugCAM, A-MTK AH2100M, Climax VST-1818, Skywatch ProCam v1.0, Hikvision DS-2CD2432F-I (W), Dahua DHIPC-K100W, and Alpha Networks PT-3152. The common features include all-in-one compact sizes, Wi-Fi connections, PIR sensor, flash storage and supportability of smartphone and tablet apps. Both exhibitors and visitors were equally impressed by the products and solutions showcased at the 2014 fair. For exhibitors, majority of whom were original equipment manufacturers, Secutech continues to provide the perfect venue for not only meeting decision-making buyers, but to also network with industry peers to develop the next generation of security technology.

Industry heavyweight and longtime exhibitor, Dahua Technology Co Ltd, continues to admire the networking opportunities available from the show. Mr Tim Shen, Marketing Director for the firm’s Overseas Business Center noted: “At the show not only could we meet overseas visitors but also OEM companies whom we could potentially form new partnerships with. By displaying our latest products and solutions, we could present our concepts and development directions to both existing and potential clients. Secutech Inter national is an important occasion to expand our network.” For fellow exhibitor Optex Co Ltd, a second time participant from Japan, Secutech 2014 provided a chance to promote their latest series of LED lighting control systems, wireless sensors and alarm systems, targeting the intelligent home market. Mr Tetsushi Sakano, Promotion Manager at the firm shared: “The show never disappoints us, as we were able to meet a lot of visitors from Asia, including India, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. We received very positive feedback, including a number of business leads from our participation. We are satisfied with our results from the fair.” Commenting on their results from the show, Mr Chris Hsu, Global Marketing Manager for Merit Lilin said: “We met distributors, system

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integrators as well as consultants. Many professional buyers from Canada, France, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan and the US were in attendance. They were interested in our products and allowed me to collect many valuable contacts. Secutech is very influential and that is why many manufacturers come to exhibit at the show. I think IP, total solutions and Smartphone applications will be the main trend for the coming years. We look forward to exhibiting at the next edition.”

TRENDY INSIGHTS With a total of 128 sessions taking place, Secutech 2014’s concurrent event programme provided access to both industry experts and current market trends. The concurrent event programme tackled issues ranging from smart home networking and security control technology development to fire and occupational safety solutions. SMAhome International C o n f e re n c e w a s h e l d o n t h e March 19 afternoon. The speakers come from Z-wave, Robert Bosch, Skywatch and Amaryllo. The sessions offer a practical guideline for smart home product design from the aspects of protocol, software and hardware. Over 470 smart home related product mangers, engineers and professionals joined the conference. Mr Zeng Qing Yuan, Business R e p r e s e n t a t i v e f ro m a l o c a l consultant company for building systems, Homton Automation Inc. He shared: “I came here to update myself on current trends and the latest applications. I found the seminars very useful.” The next edition of SMAhome International Conference & Exhibition is scheduled to take place from 28 – 30 April 2015 at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center.

CAPTURING THE SPOTLIGHTS Editors talk to high-caliber makers at the show Submitted by Editorial Department

Original manufacturing is the root of the entire industry. So as the smart home. SMAhome International Exhibition is designed to connect the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smart home professionals with their manufacturing partners. Whether you are looking for cameras, door solutions or smart home systems, there are always some options here. If you missed the show this year, the followings are worthy to read.

StarVedia makes home more secured and smarter with Temperature Alarm System (TAS). It exhibits an IP66-certified waterproof IP camera IC727w for outdoor use. The network camera supports 802.11n and WPS, and 10/100BaseTX Ethernet networking. The camera can work under -30 in the severe environment as well. For the indoor use, StarVedia promotes models supporting PTZ function like IC737w. The company demonstrates its TAS to offer intelligent surveillance for homes and stores.

SMAHOME INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION DATE: 28-30 APRIL 2015 VENUE: TAIPEI NANGANG EXHIBITION CENTER, TAIWAN URL: SECUTECH.COM/SMAHOME

EnGenius Networks, part of Senao Networks, started as a long-range wireless phone provider, now also provides wireless, PoE Ethernet switch, VoIP and IP surveillance products. Its home IP surveillance lineup includes network cameras, gateways and software. The company promotes its EnGenius Cloud platform that consists of EnViewer, EnRoute, EnTalk and EnShare for home surveillance. With EnViewer and home IP cameras, users can view live videos on smartphones, and receive alert messages triggered by motion detection.

Dahua Technology demoed its home camera DH-IPC-K100W at the SMAhome camera demo gallery. The cube camera features built-in PIR sensors that detect motion and tampering. Besides, the device features a wide-angle lens that records 1.3MP video, and provides clear images under low-light conditions. The company also showcased video door phone solutions that comprise TCP/IP access control system, TCP/IP apartment systems and smart home kit.

With its expertise in IP telephony, PLANET Technology combines a SIP phone and SIP IR cameras to offer a new home surveillance solution to the market. Its UPnP IP cameras, supporting cloud services, comprise PIR cube and fish-eye types, available with Wi-Fi 802.11n or PoE connection. Its SIP IP cameras supports May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 65

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VoIP/SIP 2.0, motion alarm, tempering detection, IPv6, IEEE 802.3af PoE and built-in IR illuminators, effective up to 10 meters.

Zavio works with Qlync to offer free plug-and-play cloud surveillance solution, with a mobile surveillance software called SAT Viewer. The platform features free sign up without monthly fees. The mobile apps can run on iOS and Android mobile phones. Also, with the Qlync SAT Viewer, the camera supports motion triggered push notifications, and cloud backup with Google Drive up to 15GB size for free. A new cube camera F3215 features full HD1080p resolution, PIR, built-in microphone and speaker, and wireless 802.11n connectivity with WPS. The company indicated that it adopts highpower SMT LEDs to offer more effective illumination range of the Infrared LEDs in comparison with DIP LEDs.

Chuango gives home alarm systems a facelift, as well as make systems easier to install and operate. Also on display is its fledgling “remote switch system,” which allows users to remotely control their home appliances via a smartphone app. Users can also configure the switches to turn on or off according to a user-defined schedule. The switches also have a built-in thermostat, so users can monitor a room’s temperature via the app. Both GPRS and Wi-Fi versions are available.

Queenlock integrates lock, alarms and sensors for home. The digital lock is powered by AA batteries without wires. Manual locking function is offered when batteries run out. Besides, it also offers wireless home alarm system WA-400 series. The system includes alarm siren, electronic mortise lock, and remote control along with door, window, shock, motion and smoke sensors. It features wireless installation, remote arm and disarm chirps, tamper protection, and LED indicator for low power warning.

Vision-Elec. connects mobile phone with its home automation and security systems.The company offers a new power monitor that supports mobile phone controlled on/off function.Its home automation system consists of hidden type on/off module, key fob, in-wall switch and dimmer, plug-in dimmer and power monitor. Its home security system comprises wireless siren, door and window sensors, door locks, and multiple sensors, such as smoke, garage door, CO, motion and flood sensors.

Z-Wave gateway to delegate commands from its Android-based tablet to various devices. The system includes a video door phone, light switches, curtain controllers, alarms and various sensors. Users can arm/disarm alarms, view video feeds from security cameras, call security guards, control lights, and other common home automation features—all from the tablet. Also on display was its “4-in-1” door lock, which allows a user to unlock the door via Mifare, fingerprint, passcode, or physical key; optional Z-Wave and RS-485 modules are also available.

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interference. It is the wireless indoor unit has 7-inch TFT display with 800x480 pixel resolution. The intercom system

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Brinno PHV MAC and MAC200 feature monster battery life. The PHV MAC is a front door security camera that retrofits onto any peephole-equipped door. The MAC200 is a portable security camera is compact enough that users can lull it around and tie it to objects. Brinno was able to develop battery-powered cameras that last for up to a year on a set of batteries. The PHV MAC and MAC200 both record 6-second time-lapse video on an SD card when motion is detected. 4 AA batteries will keep the PHV MAC going for around 9,000 activations. 66 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

indoor touch panel monitor, outdoor panel, light control module and protocol converter. The 9-inch or 7-inch monitor is used as a central controller for lights and curtains. The outdoor unit has camera, number pad and IR light. The company offers e-home systems s u p p o r t i n g W i - F i o r Z - Wa v e connectivity. 10

14 door phone system called 369 Kanrich offers anti-burglar video

supports up to 100 meters of operation distance. It automatically takes photo and records video when motion is detected. The product supports videobased motion detection unlike those using PIR detection. The product supports clear two-way audio communication by using DSP echo cancellation technology. The product can be applied for baby and elderly care.

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Superior Electronics exhibited ENFORCER Wireless Video Door Phone that comes with a camera to connect to up to 3 wireless LCD monitors. The door phone can be connected to egress devices. The camera and monitors support 150 meters of operation range from an entryway. The camera has a built-in IR sensor to activate and take photos of approaching visitors. Besides, users can remotely unlock the door via the handheld monitor. The monitor includes rechargeable battery and a recharging dock.

13 intelligent and situation control Houng Fu exhibited its

system. It uses CAT.5e Ethernet cables, no need for coaxial cable. Its indoor unit, door-to-door intercom, features broadcasting and public announcements from the control center. Besides, it can store up to 1,000 photos of visitors. Door-to-door intercom is available by adding one pair of signal cable. Up to four surveillance cameras are supported for the main entrance; up to eight video door bell cameras and monitors are supported for each apartment.

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Yu-Heng Electric Co. Ltd

system under its own brand Maxsys. Its systems feature two-way audio, one-way video and sleek design. The network video phone consists of door station a n d i n d o o r c o n t ro l p a n e l s . T h e company also demoed an e-home solution called Home Brain. It contains gas detector, emergency button and touch-panel control monitor. The system supports home automation like controls over lights and curtains.

16 wireless Android-based video Vector Technology showcased a

door phone. The intercom system offers communications among administrators, residents and visitors. The system connects visitor to user's smartphone when the user is not at home. Besides, the system supports snap shots, and two-way video and audio. The system adopts internet protocol to avoid complicated wiring installation. Users can have a digital intercom system easily with its Android mobile phones or tablets.

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BUYERS' FAVORITE CAMERAS Ü Event/ Home Camera Demo Gallery 2014 Ü Voters/ 306 international visitors casted ballots during March 19-21, 2014 at the gallery Ü Organizer/ a&s SMAhome Magazine At SMAhome International Exhibition 2014, Editorial team surveyed 306 International buyers from North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and more to learn their preferences and priorities when sourcing home cameras. Most of them are securityrelated distributors or wholesalers in their home countries and have grown strong interests in smart home systems. 60% of these buyers have sourced home cameras before, and as high as 80 % of them want to source new home cameras at the show. This gives the scenarios that the show has attracted professional buyers involved in home security business and there are rising demands for home cameras in various regions. When asking the three most critical factors to choose smart home cameras, “Easy to install” is the highest one, followed by “Quality and performance” and “Competitive pricing.” These buyers also voted for their favorites among the 12 demoed products at Home Camera Demo Gallery 2014. Compro TN600R, Hikvision DS-2CD2432F-I(W) and Sony SNC-CX600W are the most favorites. If you missed this event, don’t miss this showcase.

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Experience to source home cameras

Competitive pricing

No, 40%

Easy to install

Sourcing home cameras at the show

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Quality and performance

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27.30% 81.30% 64.50% 52.30% 29.90% 27.00% Sourcing concerns for home cameras

COMPRO TN600R Compro TN600R is the C4Home cloud network camera integrated with IR remote control. The camera features PTZ preset point control to avoid blind spots. In addition, the product equips with IR LEDs for clear night vision. It also features convenient 2-way audio communication, and supports videos of 640x480 resolution at 30fps speed, and two-way audio communication with builtin microphone and speaker.. Users can infrared remote control the home appliances.

HIKVISION DS-2CD2432F-I(W) Equipped with a passive infrared (PIR) motion detection sensor, the camera is able to detect an individual when it is within an 8-meter range of the unit. It also features a DI/DO interface for users to connect to a variety of external audible & visual alarm devices. The camera incorporates enhanced IR LEDs with up-to 10m of IR range, and powerful image processing functionalities like DWDR, 3D DNR and BLC. Furthermore, this series provides HD images at 2048 x 1536 resolution under any lighting conditions.

SONY SNC-CX600W SNC-CX600W is an all-in-one network fixed HD camera. The model features wide horizontal viewing angle of 120 degrees. It also features white-light LED illuminators for clear color images in low-light conditions. In addition, the camera provides voice alert function by a built-in speaker. Equipped with passive IR (PIR) sensors, the product supports motion detection. Onboard recording files can be stored with a microSD or SDHC card. Moreover, the camera supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS).

CONTACT MORE ABOUT THE PRODUCTS Compro commented the most attraction of TN600R is allowing users to access and remote control the home appliances such as TV, air conditioner, light, etc. Even the user is away from home. Hikvision believes the functions and excellent industrial design make its camera standing out. Sony stated the HD image quality and intelligent analytics, powered by the IPELA ENGINE EX signal processing platform, is noteworthy.

THE NEXT VERSIONS The three makers revealed their developing perspectives in the next home cameras. Compro wants to add healthcare functions, emergency button and wi-fi call into the camera, while Hikivion considers a whole easy-to-use home platform involving all the advanced techniques such as cloud management, big data, social network, and smart home application management, etc. Sony would like to focus on high-quality image and will release high-resolution cameras supporting 4K Ultra HD resolution.

COMPRO Taiwan bruce@comprousa.com

HIKVISION China overseasbusiness@hikvision.com

SONY Japan oc.ssap@ap.sony.com

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SHOW CALENDAR

2014 WORLDWIDE EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS RELATED TO SMART HOME a&s SMAhome magazine has bonus distribution at the ticked shows.

BERLIN, GERMANY

TAIPEI, TAIWAN

SHANGHAI, CHINA

Provides a unique opportunity for operators and cable companies to 4 to get together and discuss how to enhance their services and develop innovations.

An IT exhibition in Asia. Key global businesses participate in this event to to 7 launch their new products, attracts observers, analysts, and journalists in the computer and information industries globally to discover and report the latest technologies, developments, and trends.

An important mobile event held by the GSMA. The event offers the to 13 latest mobile technology and clusters world’s leading companies. It discovers devices and technologies that will keep them connected to what matters most. The event has world-class thought-leadership conferences, innovative exhibition, and line-up of Featured Programmes.

DIGITAL HOME WORLD SUMMIT

COMPUTEX TAIPEI

MOBILE ASIA EXPO

JUN

• +44 20 7017 5850 • www.digitalhomeworldsummit.com

• +886 2 2725 5200 • www.computextaipei.com.tw

JUN

• +86 10 8569 9946 • www.mobileasiaexpo.com

DALIAN, CHINA

U-HOMES 2014 BIT's 4th Annual World Congress of U-Homes 2014 show aims to strengthen the technical to 21 and business ties in information technology industries, to bring together experts and industry leaders to share technological advancements and business experiences, and to jointly explore opportunities in emerging information technologies. JUN

• +86 411 84799609 • www.bitcongress.com/u-home2014

NASHVILLE, USA

ESX 2014 JUN

ESX is a major, national trade

23 show focused on the needs of to 26

electronic security integration and monitoring companies, helping electronic security company owners, executive managers and their staff to discover best practices and learn about industry's challenges and opportunities.

SAO PAULO, BRAZIL

EXPOPREDIALTEC AUG

The Latin American home

11 automation event has been to 13

engaged in demonstrating exhibitors' products and services, focusing on automation, audio and video sector. It is also concurrent with ExpoElevador. • +55 22 2648 9751 • www.predialtec.com

• +1508 618 4224 • www.esxweb.com

BERLIN, GERMANY

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS

An important global event that offers a wide range of products for demonstration and opportunity to discuss business with to 10 their partners - A platform to exchange opinions and to know the diverse innovation of the industry, particularly in TV, telecoms and home appliances sectors.

IBC (International Broadcasting Convention) is the essential global meeting place for everyone engaged to 16 in creating, managing and delivering the future of electronic media and entertainment technology and content.

• +49 30 4799 7484 • b2b.ifa-berlin.com/en/Home.html

• +44 20 7832 4100 • www.ibc.org

IFA

SEP

IBC SEP

List your exhibitions here if they are related to smart home. Email your show profile, website and a 60-word introduction to a&s SMAhome Editor: SMAhome-pr@newera.messefrankfurt.com

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DENVER, USA

HONG KONG, CHINA

The connecting point for manufacturers, home technology to 13 professionals, media, industry partners and more.

It’s one of the world-largest electronics fair, presenting all kinds of electronics products and services such as audio-visual products, branded electronics, ecoto 16 friendly products, i-World, packaging & design, navigation systems, new inventions, telecommunications products and testing, inspection & certification services.

CEDIA EXPO

HONG KONG ELECTRONICS FAIR (AUTUMN EDITION)

SEP

• + 1 317 328 4336 • expo.cedia.net/home-technology-expo

OCT

• +852 1830 668 • www.hktdc.com/fair/hkelectronicsfairae-tc

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS

VERONA, ITALY

The event explores how network innovation is powering the global connected society. It brings senior fixed and mobile to 23 telecoms executives together with global IT, media and government innovators to create an exciting and engaging community which meets, interacts and exchanges ideas on the future of our industry.

verticality, training, hospitality and 28 emphasizing: reasonable and preset costs. Product areas include:

HOME & BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES EXHIBITION

BROADBAND WORLD FORUM (BBWF) OCT

• +44 20 7017 5506 • www.broadbandworldforum.com

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS

EUROPEAN UTILITY WEEK NOV

This event covers all major value streams stretching from to 6 transmission to the end user and includes dedicated content on power distribution, renewable integration, smart metering, storage solutions, smart cities, grid security, smart homes and end user engagement.

• +31 346 290 789 • www.european-utility-week.com

OCT

Italy's innovative exhibition made to generate contacts

to 29

home, building, components and services • +39 255 181 842 • www.expohb.eu

LONDON, UK

MOSCOW, RUSSIA

The conference allows visitors to analyze all of the current short range wireless to 12 technologies and compare how it matures to meet the evolving needs of the network. Find out how the IoT needs to adapt to meet the different needs of vertical markets, listen to case studies of new and exciting devices and discover how the perceived needs and requirements of the market will change and how you can futureproof your connectivity strategy.

INTERLIGHT MOSCOW has established itself as an to 14 important gathering for the lighting industry in Russia and the CIS states over the past 17 years. This makes the trade fair an ideal platform for international companies who are active in the Russian market or wish to enter it.

IOT CONNECTIVITY NOV

• +44 20 7017 5506 • www.iotconnectevent.com

More than the above, SMAhome Magazine also attends the security shows. IFSEC

17~19/06/2014

London, U.K.

ISAF Istanbul

18-21/09/2014

Istanbul, Turkey

Security ESSEN 2014

23~26/09/2014

Essen, Germany

ASIS

29/09-02/10/2014

Atlanta, U.S.A.

Sicurezza

12-14/11/2014

Milan, Italy

INTERLIGHT MOSCOW 2014 NOV

• +7 495 649-8775 • www.interlight.messefrankfurt.ru

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SMAhome Magazine at Light+ Building 2014 during March 30~April 4 in Frankfurt, Germany.

SMAhome Magazine at Secutech 2014 during March 19-21 in Taipei, Taiwan.

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COMPUTEX 2014:

ON THE WAY TO SMART LIFE

“Smart life” is the one of new themes of COMPUTEX this year. Buyers will be able to see the latest innovations of smart home and connected devices from Taiwanese makers.

Along with the rapid growth of cloud services, 4G LTE and FTTx technologies, the Smart Life has become the major trend of global consumer market. COMPUTEX, the worldwide 2nd largest and Asia’s largest ICT exhibition, attracts approximately 40,000 international buyers and 1,700 exhibitors to showcase latest technologies and products, including smart home products. In COMPUTEX 2014, the exhibitors in the SmarTech Area include XYZprinting, DIGITAL-CAN TECH, Brickcom, MTECH, GeoVision, E Ink, ChipSiP, HABOOK Information Technology, LiMix Technology, A-Tec, StarVedia, AMARYLLO, Apollo Power Technology, Jector Digital and Aurotek, showcasing different solutions, particularly in the top 10 segments of smart technologies such as 3D printing, smart wearable products, display technology, medical service, security monitoring, transportation management, energy system, education, cloud application and Internet of Things (IoT). These new products enable COMPUTEX TAIPEI to become the one-stop procurement & OEM/ODM services platform of Smart Life.

WIDE-RANGE SECURITY AND MONITORING SOLUTIONS Featured with real-time image recognition techniques, smart security and monitoring system have become the mainstream in recent years. Adapted with digital imaging recorder, the automatic storage of effective images and cloud simultaneous notification, the system itself not only elevates its performance but also decreases the overhead expenses and imaging storage back-up space. In the Security Solution pavilion, Brickcom Corp., Geovision, A-Tec Subsystem, StarVedia Technology, Amaryllo, Tranwo Technology, Pacidal

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2014 COMPUTEX TAIPEI • Dates: June 3rd – June 7th, 2014 • Locations: Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1, Hall 3, Nangang Exhibition Hall and Taipei, International Convention Center (TICC) • Website: http://www.computex.biz/computextaipei/

Corp., and Beseye Cloud Security are going to showcase full-view IP surveillance solutions, 5.0 mega pixels IP cameras, ccHDtv digital video recorder, night-view IP cameras, wireless IP cameras, 16-channels digital recorder, Skype certified WLAN security facilities and home wireless monitoring system. Both auto control and information security have become mainstream of security solutions, especially the information security and monitoring which are must-have for enterprises. More exhibitors in the Security Solution pavilion including Unitech, Enova Technology, Alfa Media Industrial, GIGA-TMS, Amroad, ShareTech Information, and Decision Group to exhibit smart home controllers, cryptographic devices, smart locks, enterprise security solutions and e-detective system where each exhibitor have achieved success through the implementation of projects from government agencies, enterprises and community buildings.

INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT) TO FEATURE WITH “SOLUTIONS” With the decreasing cost of IOT equipments and well-accepted cloud services by the industry, the IOT-cored solutions will be highlighted during the exhibition. In the Internet of Things (IOT) pavilion, the exhibitors including Claridy Solutions, Spectec Computer, Aviosys International, Netvox Technology, J-Mex, ThroughTek, UserStar Information System, SimpLive Technology, Zeon Corp., and Securitag Assembly Group will reveal latest products such as intelligent access control system, NFC module, intelligent power system, smart home control system, MEMS module, intelligent plug socket, RFID solutions, home auto control/monitor system, IOT platform, and RFID/ NFC tag with a wide range of applications.

NEWS

WHAT HAPPENED News, launches and views from the world of smart home in March and April 2014

ON YOUR SMART PHONE. Scan the QR code or see mySMAhome.com/news for more info.

CORPORATE

Control4 expands home security solutions with 5 monitoring manufacturers

iControl Networks acquires creator of Piper

Control4 is now providing a much broader array of home security personalization options through simple integration with the brands of security cameras and network video recorders (NVRs) on the market. The increased surveillance camera and NVR support results from the implementation of Control4â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Simple Device Discovery Protocol (SDDP) by five of the security monitoring manufacturers: LILIN, Channel Vision, Planet, QNAP and SnapAV. SDDP enables device interoperability and integration with Control4 systems for a seamless and efficient experience from start to finish.

iControl Networks has acquired Blacksumac, the creator of Piper, a Wi-Fi-enabled all-inone Home Awareness and automation device. Piper is a self-managed, self-monitored device that combines unique HD panoramic video, home automation and environmental sensors into a single, elegant product that users interact with on their Internet-connected devices. * Special Interview with Russell Ure, Creator of Piper on Page 26

CORPORATE

Insteon announces connectivity to Nest thermostats Insteon announced that its Insteon Hub can now connect to the popular Nest Learning Thermostat. By connecting to Insteon, Nest users can add additional home control devices, including LED light bulbs for creating lighting scenes or to increase energy savings; wireless IP cameras and motion sensors for security monitoring; leak sensors for alerting users of water leaks before they can cause significant damage; and much more.

CORPORATE

Samsung officially launches smart home service Samsung Electronics announced the official global launch of its Samsung Smart Home service. The service will first be rolled out in Korea and the U.S., with more countries around the world added throughout the year. The service makes connects various Samsung products in a home to enable home automation features. Users can use a single Android app to connect and control home appliances, TVs and mobile devices. Samsung plans to expand its service line-up to other smart products, including the Smart Bulb as well as robot vacuum cleaners and the Samsung Gear Fit. 74 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

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Solar Universe partners with GHS Interactive Security to make smart home more energy-efficient Solar Universe announced a partnership with GHS Interactive Security. The collaboration between a solar and alarm company merges their respective solutions into a comprehensive home automation package. By integrating GHSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two-way voice and cellular monitoring technology, motion sensors and detectors with Solar Universe panels, consumers can save hours of wasted energy. The partnership makes it easier to lower the overall home energy costs and allow users to smartly manage their homes. GHS currently provides convenience and security that a home is secure in many ways including remote control over thermostats, lights, door locks and alarm systems.

TECHNOLOGY

EnOcean launches self-powered wireless switch module

GainSpan and GEO Semiconductor introduce FHD ADK

EnOcean unveiled its new energy harvesting wireless switch module communicating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band. The new module is intended for consumer applications such as the control of LED lighting systems. It complements EnOcean's established battery-less portfolio in the sub 1 GHz frequency band, often selected in building automation and smart home applications.

GainSpan and GEO Semiconductor announced a Full HD resolution Video Application Development Kit (ADK) targeted at IOT applications in the surveillance, security and automotive markets. The low power GS2000 Full HD video ADK is a complete hardware and software platform for the emerging IOT video applications, and accelerates time to market for customers seeking to add high-quality IP video streaming capabilities to their products. It features the GS2000 SOC, and GEO Semiconductor MAX64380 H.264 encoder SOC to result low standby current and power operation with high video quality, full duplex audio processing and echo cancellation.

ALLIANCE

Wi-Fi Certified Wi-Fi Protected Setup adds NFC tap-to-connect

COOPERATION

HomePlug Alliance and Wi-SUN Alliance collaborate The Wi-SUN Alliance and the HomePlug Alliance announced a liaison agreement to facilitate collaboration toward the goal of enabling hybrid smart grid networks supporting both wireless (RF) and powerline-wired connectivity (PLC). This relationship will empower the many industry-leading member companies of both alliances to share requirements and specifications for Media Access Control (MAC) and transport layer profiles to facilitate interoperability of Internet Protocol (IP)-based smart grid applications.

Wi-Fi Alliance has updated one of its most popular product certification programs to include Near Field Communication (NFC) "tap-to-connect." The new "tap-to-connect" capability enabled by NFC extends the reach of Wi-Fi Protected Setup to devices lacking the rich user interface found in computing devices. Now, a range of devices, from cameras and gaming devices, to smart home devices such as refrigerators, thermostats, and security systems will be able to be connected with a simple tap via NFC. Wi-Fi Protected Setup now offers users three easy setup methods--Personal Identification Number (PIN), PushButton Configuration, and NFC. With the NFC method, the user connects two or more NFC-enabled products by tapping them together.

TECHNOLOGY

Altair, Macom, D2 Technologies and Alpha Networks introduce Android LTE smart home gateway Altair Semiconductor, a developer of high-performance, singlemode LTE chipsets, has partnered with M/A-COM Technology Solutions and D2 Technologies to power the ASL-14331M, a new LTE gateway developed by Alpha Networks. This enables Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and smart-home functionality that

allows for remote control and monitoring of various appliances and sensors in the home. The solution is based on Altair's FourGee-3100/6200 LTE solution, MACOM's recently acquired Mindspeed Comcerto 2000 Application Processor, and D2's vPort GW 2.0 IMS VoLTE client software. May/June 2014 mySMAhome.com 75

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COOPERATION

iControl Networks and Sercomm bring advanced cloud camera technology to the smart home iControl Networks has partnered with Sercomm to make advanced video technology part of the smart home experience. The new cloud camera technology is now available as part of iControl's Connect platform, and supported by devices from Sercomm. The technology is currently available in standarddefinition day and night vision cameras with intrinsic, passive

infrared (PIR) motion sensing technology. High-definition versions will launch this summer. Sercomm is a member of iControl's OpenHome Partner Program, which allows a vast portfolio of app and device partners to be easily certified compatible with iControl-powered solutions.

MARKET

ON World: $3.4 Billion invested in wireless smart object startups ON World’s analysis of several hundred companies in 20 markets found that $3.4 billion has been invested in wireless smart object startups including component suppliers, stack licensors, device manufacturers and software developers. According to ON World, 5 billion Internet connected wireless sensors and actuators will be shipped by 2019. “Advances with low power wireless components, MEMs sensors and cloud based software have made wireless smart objects one of the hottest investment areas for the Internet of Things, said Mareca Hatler, ON World’s research director. There are four major investable categories for wireless IoT companies: - Wireless sensor network components and enabling technologies - Integrated systems & smart devices such as thermostat or wireless lighting. - Cloud software and data analytics - Wearables, mobile sensing devices and mobile Apps

COOPERATION

Essence and GulfStream partner in Russia Essence in Russia is introducing with GulfStream DIY smart home kit to overcome one of the major obstacles that has prevented communications service providers from offering value added services for security and connected homes. The Essence WeR@Home solution overcomes that issue with its self-installed, simple set-up and remote maintenance tools for service providers. Another major benefit is the flexible pricing model. With WeR@Home, it's possible to provide a hardware and software package for the average consumer that allows self-monitoring via mobile apps, with affordable equipment and monthly subscription fees.

COOPERATION

ADT and HGTV team up ADT Security Services announced a renewed partnership with HGTV to showcase the launches throughout the 2014 HGTV Smart Home Giveaway. “Integrating ADT Pulse into the HGTV Smart Home provides an opportunity to showcase how ADT can help transform a house into a home where families can feel secure and in control,” said Tom Murray, vice president of Residential Marketing for ADT. “We are excited to help create an even smarter home than we did last year, and look forward to HGTV unveiling the finished product in April.” 76 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

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NEWS

MARKET

IHS: Is Google entering the home security market? Google entered the smart home market in January after acquiring Nest, a smart thermostat and smoke/CO detector manufacturer, for $3.2 billion. IHS Technology projects that the Nest acquisition paired with the emergence of Google Fiber foreshadows Googleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eventual penetration into the home security space through home automation integration. The competitive landscape in the home security space continues to increase as more entrants look to penetrate the marketâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth opportunity. IHS projects the Americas residential intruder alarm market to grow 7.1% and 9.4% in 2014 and 2015 respectively. The commercial market is forecast to grow 4.4% and 5.9% during this period in comparison. IHS predicted more entrants would enter the industry following the footsteps of telecommunication companies such as Comcast, AT&T, Time Warner, and many others. These companies along with traditional intruder alarm providers are driving the penetration of home security systems by integrating home automation features such as energy management, intelligent door locks, and selfmonitoring video cameras with security systems. Allowing end-users to interact with their systems remotely via smartphone or tablet is another added benefit that is driving adoption of these solutions. IHS projects the US residential penetration rate for intruder alarm products to increase 5-8% for over the next few years as a result of this trend. Nestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s product line falls within the home automation space more so than security, but as the trend to combine the two blossoms it seems evident that Google will develop a security hardware offering as well. The strong growth opportunity in the intruder alarm industry could potentially lead even more companies attempting to enter the space. The influx of competitors has been welcomed by the industry so far because it helps increase the penetration rate of home security systems; however whether there is enough room for everyone to flourish becomes a more important topic as the market matures. 78 mySMAhome.com May/June 2014

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PRODUCT

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LIGHTING

214 TECHNOLOGIES

TCP

WiFi Smart Doorbell Chui

Connected by TCP

Email: info@getchui.com

• Doorbell with built-in camera and Wi-Fi connectivity • Facial recognition • Real-time email and push notiﬁcations of visitors at the front door (timestamp, picture, and name if recognized) • Two-way audio and one-way video communication with anybody at the front door • Pre-recorded identity-based messages • Event-triggered notiﬁcation and snapshot upon events of button press, motion detection and face detection • Do not disturb list • Release internet connected door locks with the mobile app • Tap into a live feed and one tap 911 calls

Email: connected@tcpi.com

• Smart home lighting system • One gateway to control up to 250 bulbs, enabling connection of an entire office or home • Three levels of access: home, local or wide area network • Smart controls for user-defined requirements and preconfigured controls: --Home, switches all bulbs on --Night, switches all bulbs off --Away, switches all bulbs off • Powered by GreenWave Reality smart home platform • Users can control lighting by linking to a home’s Wi-Fi or mobile network • The intuitive app can be set up in minutes

LUTRON

Smart Bridge Pro Email: IntCustSvc@lutron.com

ETE ELECTRONICS

7-inch digital wireless video doorphone Email: sals02@ete-vdp.com

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Wall-mount or standalone type Video recording and image capture Support up to 4GB SD card storage 7-inch TFT LCD display 2.4G digital wireless connection Transmitter power 16 to 20 dB, receiver sensitivity: -100dB • DC 18V power adapter • Material: aluminum alloy

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• Wireless bridge that connects Lutron’s Caseta Wireless dimmers, Pico remote controls, Serena remote-controlled shades, and third-party devices to a new Lutron app • Home control from iOS and Android-based smart phones • Embedded with Lutron’s powerful Clear Connect Wireless technology • Plug directly into a home’s Wi-Fi router for lighting and shade control • Paired with easy installation and setup in less than 30 minutes. • Integration with select third-party A/V controls like Control4, Universal Remote Control (URC) and Remote Technologies Incorporated (RTI) products • Dim or turn on lights by using the mobile app

OSRAM SYLVANIA

ARKADOS

Sylvania Ultra iQ LED Light Bulbs

LinqUSP

• Compatible with the Lowe's Iris home management system • Flood lights to eliminate the need for conventional wall dimmers • Wireless dimming controls with smartphones, tablets, and the Iris system • Easy to use and more eﬃcient than traditional lighting. • Rated bulb life of 35,000 hours • Replacements for 65-watt incandescent bulbs • Power consumption: 11 watts • Integrated-wireless dimming control

• Development kit for Internet of Things device connectivity • Cloud-based device wellness tracking, SMS and email reporting, and application frameworks for iOS and Android • Standard-based computing architecture for manufacturers • Pre-loaded with a Linux-based software development environment • Built-in HomePlug AV/Green PHY communications • Support Wi-Fi, ZigBee, Z-Wave, and GPRS/3G modem • For smart energy management, structured lighting control, electrical-vehicle charging, smart-city applications, smarthome gateways, agricultural/factory automation

Website: www.sylvania.com

Website: www.arkadosgroup.com

SENGLED

Sengled Pulse

Email: Pulse_Support@sengled.com

• Come in sets of two bulbs--one master bulb and a wirelessly connected satellite bulb • Rated for at least 25,000 hours of life • Combine LED bulbs with JBL speakers • Intelligent bulb with JBL multi-channel stereo wireless speakers • Installed into any typical light socket • Controlled by smartphones, tablets and PCs via Bluetooth.

SCHNEIDER

SE8000 Series room controllers Email: jason.cb.lee@schneider-electric.com

SOFTWARE / GATEWAY&HUB QLYNC

• Enable energy savings with accurate temperature control • Select from two casing & ten diﬀerent fascia options to complement any décor • Color touch screen available in multiple languages • Scalable from a simple thermostat control to a full building management system (BMS) • Remote monitoring and control of HVAC, lighting, and metering systems • Lower total installed cost than DDC systems • PIR motion sensors • With wired and wireless capabilities

SAT Viewer

Email: sales@qlync.com

• Smart Access Technology (SAT) for access to network devices anywhere • Simple operation by entering ID and password for SAT viewer login • Single login to view all registered IP cameras • Watch live and recorded media across multiple browsers, iPhones and Android devices • Auto notiﬁcation push to device when event happens • Connect and monitor as many security cameras as you like

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PRODUCT

HONEYWELL

Total Connect 2.0

Email: security.ea@honeywell.com

• Remote control of Z-Wave enabled thermostats, lighting and locks (including scene creation) • Z-Wave energy management, including temperature adjustments, available with remote control via computers, smartphones and compatible mobile devices • Enhanced notifications and camera triggering by zone event • Enhanced user management with multi-site and two-way management • Targeted messaging to consumers (from dealers and central stations) • Informative content including local weather, traffic and news • Interactive dashboard • The video viewer offers customizable multiple images, sizing capability, streaming views and optional pan/tilt control with compatible cameras. Web-based camera configuration, up to six cameras per account, event-driven video notification with adjustable video motion detection technology

LINK YOUR THINGS

ALYT Android-based Smart Home Manager Email: info@linkyourthings.com

• Wireless DIY kit managed by smartphones or tablets • Support multiple protocols: Bluetooth Low Energy, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Z-Wave, ZigBee, 3.5G Cellular, Infrared, NFC, and DLNA. • O/S: Android 4.2/4.3 • Flash memory: 4GB • External interfaces: Micro SD, Micro USB • Home Environment Management System for power energy control, and to prevent home accidents such as ﬁres and water leaks. • Remotely manage and control ywith the ALYT mobile app

NETGEAR

Security Touch Screen STS7000 Email: sales@netgear.com LINEAR

GD00Z

Email: sales@linearcorp.com

• Z-Wave garage door remote controller accessory • Easy to install-- pair the unit into the Gateway, mount the unit, connect two wires and plug it in • Compatible with virtually any automatic garage door opener connected to a sectional garage door • Open or close the garage door remotely through a Z-Wave certiﬁed Gateway or Security Panel • Up to 100 feet between the wireless controller and/or the closest Z-Wave receiver module • Power: 120VAC, 50/60 Hz • Garage door position sensor frequency: 345 MHz; Z-wave Frequency: 908.42 MHz • Audible and visual warnings prior to door movement • Act as a wireless repeater to ensure that commands intended for another device in the network are received, especially when a device would otherwise be out of radio range

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• Capacitive touch screen with Gesture Support and 800x480 resolution • 802.11n simultaneous dual-band • Access and control security and home automation devices, like door locks, cameras, programmable thermostats, and lighting. • Load personal photos and access real-time traﬃc alerts from Google Maps™, weather tracking and forecasts through INTELLicast and news and sports alerts. • O/S: Android 4.0.3 open platform with easy software integration for app developers. • View and manage home automation networks, like ZigBee or Z-Wave, including the ability to add and delete devices from a single screen

ENERGY MANAGEMENT BROADCOM

Droplet Robotic Sprinkler Website: www.broadcom.com

• Combination of water timer, smart controller and targeted sprinkler head • Easy to set up and manage via smartphone, tablet or laptop • Advanced logic leverages realtime weather data, soil information and plant species data • Leverage real-time data from more than 10,000 weather stations, millions of square miles of soil samples and comprehensive plant biological information to make intelligent decisions on when, where and how much water to deliver • Embedded with Broadcom low-power BCM2835 applications processor to reduce energy costs • Easily conﬁgured via Wi-Fi on any mobile device

EFERGY

ego SmartPlug Email: info@efergy.com

Wi-Fi networking for remote control via 3/4G Use to switch oﬀ one appliance or a multi-socket Set times with a smartphone Rating: 110 -240 VAC Frequency: WiFi 2.4GHz Instantly see the cost of using energy in the home View hourly, weekly, monthly and average energy data Simply download the app, plug the appliance into a SmartPlug, and connect to the local WiFi router • Monitor the power consumption of individual devices or groups of devices • Tag each of the identiﬁed appliances with a name, icon and location

ORVIBO

WiWo-S20

Email: sales@orvibo.com

• Control smart socket through mobile app when the socket is connected to Internet • Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n connectivity • Remote control home appliances by the smart phone • Support up to 20 devices • Voltage range: 100-240 VAC • Material: ABS 94V-0 • Max current: 10A ~ 16A • Security: WEP64/WEP128/TKIP/ CCMP(AES) • Max power: 2,000W

D-LINK

Wi-Fi Smart Plug DSP-W215 Email: sales@dlink.com

• Power scheduling – easily create on/off schedules for home appliances, lights and other electronic devices powered through the Wi-Fi Smart Plug • Local and remote control – use the free mydlink mobile app to instantly turn devices on or off from an iOS OS or Android smartphone or tablet • Energy usage statistics – monitor power consumption of connected devices • Overheating protection – the built-in thermal sensor will automatically turn off overheating appliances

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OTHERS GE

Connected Air Conditioner Aros Website: www.ge.com

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App-enabled air conditioning unit Controlled with the Wink app on mobile devices Learn users' usage patterns to automatically build a schedule Power itself down when users leave home and prepare a desired temperature before users return • Predict energy costs by using a user's schedule, weather data and past usage information, and send notiﬁcations when they are approaching their limit • Wi-Fi connectivity

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HOME CAMERA

VENSTAR

ColorTouch

Website: www.venstar.com

• High-resolution digital programmable thermostat with color touchscreen display • Energy Usage Information shows how much energy has been used to heat and cool for the past seven days • Runtime graphs help to evaluate energy conservation options and to decrease energy costs • Integrated with Control4 automation systems • Remotely control the thermostats, including changing settings for heating and air conditioning • Easy access to temperature information, heating/cooling status, and humidity control. • Energy savings features include one-touch "Home" and "Away" buttons, Supply Air Alerts, and free mobile apps to access and control ColorTouch thermostats via the online accounts • Personalize the thermostats' appearance with up to 100 photos, ads, logos or graphics on the screen for use as a custom screensaver, slideshow or wallpaper

ARCSOFT

Simplicam

Email: support@simplicam.com

• Facial detection based intelligent alerts • Live viewing and motion/sound alerts from a smartphone via the Closeli mobile or web apps • Recording in the cloud, easy editing and sharing options • SSL encrypted video • Motion detection notiﬁcation • Advanced low-light contrast for clear night vision • 720p high-resolution streaming video • Automatically stop when it detects you’ve arrived home • Two-way talk- Perfect for welcoming the kids home from school

BESEYE

Beseye

Email: sales@beseye.com DELPHIAN

SecuRemote

Website: www.delphiansystems.com

• End to end solution to OEM manufacturers in access control and home automation • Interoperability with mobile devices through the app • Interoperable with smart devices using BLE, such as keyfobs, sensors, and wrist watches • Support IP camera video monitoring • Support Bluetooth Classic and BLE (Bluetooth Smart) protocols even without internet IP or Wi-Fi availability • Proprietary security features protect user identity and provide security control • Direct and indirect encrypted communication between a smartphone and a smart product • Proximity-based operation control

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• Set up in seconds: Plug in the power outlet, enjoy the “Let it Bee” set-up ﬂow, and the camera will be up-and-running in seconds • Live viewing: With the crystal clear wide-angle lens, users are able to see their loved ones, any time, in real-time • Two-way talk: Kids are just a tap away with the built-in microphone and speaker • Easy installation: Install anywhere with patented magnetic base and drill-free 3M quick release • Night ight vision: Built-in IR-LED protects family at all hours of the day ay • Intelligent telligent notiﬁcations: Alerting erting users to movement ovement and sound in thee house • BeseyeTM eseyeTM Cloud Service: Tons off new video/audio analysis features and nd cloud video recording feature aree available by using Beseye Cloud oud Service

 CHINA BEST BUY LEISHI LS-2013 Shenzhen Leishi Technology Co., Ltd.  China  vip@ilikecctv.com  Features : • Video call • Record function • It can achieve remote monitor by using mobile APP to dial 3C number. • It introduces wireless learning code and wireless detector to construct alarm system, and also email alarm function is supported. • H.264 Main Profile compression, which can make clearer and smoother image.

LEISHI LS-2014 Shenzhen Leishi Technology Co., Ltd.  China  vip@ilikecctv.com  Features : • Video call • Record function • It can achieve remote monitor by using mobile APP to dial 3C number. • It introduces wireless learning code and wireless detector to construct alarm system, and also email alarm function is supported.

FOSBABY Shenzhen Foscam Intelligent Techonology Co., Ltd.   China  sales@foscam.com  Features : • • • • • • • • •

1/4” color CMOS image sensor delivers 1 megapixel resolution Sound, Temperature and Motion Detection via FTP and Email Invisible IR led light Wireless 802.11n connectivity and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Supports Playing Nursery Rhythm Supports Micro-SD Card Storage Supports Soft AP, Connect to Clients Directly via Wi-Fi Remote surveillance via iPhone, iPad, Android devices and web browser Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio

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ADVERTORIAL

M2107BCC+D23AC Shenzhen Ealink Technology Co., Ltd. China info@ealink.com.cn Features : • • • • • • •

Sensitive 7'' capacitive touch screen Simple DVR function with motion detection Auto taking picture when some one press door station Visitors can leave video message when no one is at home Super thin design 800 TVL CMOS camera IP66 anti dust and water

QH-N1004A-HW Qihan Technology Co., LTD.  China  marketing@qihan.cn  Features :

SMANOS E500 Smanos Holdings  Netherlands  sales@smanos.com  Features :

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Applicable for Home, Shop and Baby Video Surveillance Manage 4 HD Network Cameras Support 1*SATA 4TB HDD Remote Access by Internet,ISS and moblie App Support Wi-Fi and PoE Function Support 1*SATA 4TB HDD Remote Access by Internet,ISS and moblie App Support Wi-Fi and PoE Function

• Plug in any home appliance to the E500, and turn it on/off via its iOS or Android smartphone app anywhere, anytime • Options: SIM card or WiFi, your choice • Comes with a built-in thermostat and sends you temperature notifications to help you turn on/off your air conditioner or heater remotely • One main E500 plug controls up to 15 sub plugs

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STATS & FIGURE

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SMART THERMOSTATS HAS 16-FOLD GROWTH IN 7 YEARS

0.5BN 40% of wireless smart home monitoring devices to be installed worldwide by 2018, including contact and motion sensors, smart thermostats and smart plugs.

Worldwide revenue from smart thermostats will grow from $86 million in 2013 to almost $1.4 billion in 2020.

Of over 1000 surveyed U.S. consumers are willing to allow utilities to remotely control home area network devices to save on energy costs. Smart thermostats are the most popular home energy management devices.

Source: ABI Research

$1.4 billion

Source: ON World

$86 million GLOBAL SMART LOCK MARKET: 14-FOLD GROWTH IN 5 YEARS The global smart lock market will grow from $261 million from 2014 to $3.6 billion by 2019.The smart phone is predicted to be the â&#x20AC;&#x153;digital keysâ&#x20AC;? to a person's house. Apps and cloud management tools are seen as selling points for smart locks in coming years.

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European smart homes market by end-user segmentation

Source: BSRIA

LUXURY SEGMENTS TAKE THE MAJOR SHARE IN EUROPE The current Connected and Smart home market still remains a niche high-end market in Europe. In Europe, the high cost of the smart home solution in most cases prevents these solutions from reaching the mass market.