Home automation vendor Kopi presents a range of HomeKit-compatible home security devices at CES 2018-- including a central security hub, contact sensors, a smoke and CO sensor, and a motion sensor.
As one might imagine, the Kopi Security Hub is the central point for all accessories and devices. It connects to home networks via wifi, and can raise an alarm via built-in high-pitched speaker users can arm or disarm via NFC tags. Configuration and control comes through Kopi Connected app able to push status and notifications to users.
HomeKit compatibility allows users to control the Security Hub via Apple Home app. One can also add the hub and associated devices to set scenes and automations. The hub also integrates with Android devices via Google Home and Amazon Alexa.
The Safe & Sound works like other hardwired internet-connect First Alert products, sending alerts to homeowners' mobile devices in case of emergency. It also doubles as an in-ceiling audio system, thanks to the addition of high-end speakers offering omni-directional audio with "crisp vocals and powerful bass."
The Blink Video Doorbell offers a suite of features similar other such products, including video alerts, motion detection, live streaming video with 2-way audio, infrared night vision and IP65-rated weatherproofing. Installation should be as easy as placing it anywhere it is required after connection to wifi, and customers can connect it to existing doorbell wiring to make it sound like the existing doorbell chime.
As the biggest lock and access company in the world, ASSA Abloy operates in over 70 countries. It claims it has been a market leader since 1881, and is currently looking to consolidate its position through buying further in the next big thing in locks, namely smart technology. After all it also owns Yale, maker of a number of HomeKit- and Alexa-compatible products.
ControlWorks releases a module allowing Crestron control systems to control DoorBird IP door stations, complete with two-way SIP voice communications, camera viewing and door release relay control.
The iM1 is an add-on module for a pair of Yale products, the Assure Lock SL (YRD256) and the Assure Lock Key Free Touchscreen (YRD246). It pairs with the Yale Secure companion app to allow customers check battery status, manage up to 25 PIN codes, see current lock status, customise lock settings, name a lock or add a new lock.
The alert zone feature allows one to set different alert parameters through the companion app, such as whenever someone is walking on the lawn but not on the pavement. It comes in conjunction to an optional subscription plan extending the cloud-based storage of 24/7 recordings from an Arlo camera for between 14 to 60 days.
