The Sleepra might look like little more than a sleep tracker, but the sensor-laden device promises to do more than that-- it allows users to control a number of smart home devices without need to even leave the bed.
Essentially the Sleepra is a 60cm equilateral triangle users place between the sheets and the mattress. It plugs into the wall and features 3 built-in accelerometers to track user (or rather, sleeper) movement.
The aforementioned device control comes through wifi and pairing with a smartphone. Thus, one can set various gestures to control different devices, such as the TVs, thermostat or even connected coffee makers. The Sleepra is currently compatible with the Nest, WeMo and IFTTT protocols. with more to follow.
Partners in Control members come from all related residential segments, including audio, video, HVAC, security and lighting control.
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The T3x remote is customisable, with a 3.5-inch touchscreen UI and programmable "soft touch" hard buttons. It also features integrated grip sensors keeping the unit awake during use and an accelerometer providing instant-on response and control via movements.
The switches are available in 10x10, 8x8 and 6x6 configurations. All feature a sleek receiver powered by a single cable, eliminating extra equipment or wiring. An integrated audio matrix switch extracts audio from HDMI inputs and delivers audio to up to 8 zones.
Like the MRX-10, the MRX-8 integrates natively with other URC audio distribution products on the network, including streamers, amps and home theatre receivers, providing customers with 2-way IP control. It also handles Z-Wave control via the addition of the MiOS-based TRF-ZW1 gateway.
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