Lutron Electronics recently announced that its smart dimmers, occupancy sensors and battery-powered shades will become standard offerings in the world’s first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED homes from Lennar, one of the nation’s largest builders. These homes will include Lutron Caséta Wireless dimmers and Maestro occupancy sensors as standard, with the option to add more devices after move-in. […]
Lutron Announces Apple® HomeKit Capabilities for RadioRA 2 and HomeWorks QS Systems
Lutron Electronics recently announced its Lutron Connect Bridge and App now supports Apple HomeKit technology. The alliance gives homeowners even greater flexibility by allowing them to control their Lutron lighting and shade systems remotely using the Apple Home app, voice-directed Siri® and third-party HomeKit apps on their iPhone® or iPad®. Lutron RadioRA 2 and HomeWorks […]
LCA TV: LIGHTIFY by OSRAM SYLVANIA
This short video, produced by the Lighting Controls Association at the 2015 LIGHTFAIR event, introduces OSRAM SYLVANIA’s LIGHTIFY smart connected lighting platform. Click here to learn more.
Leviton Introduces New LED Ceiling Occupancy Sensor
Leviton recently announced its new LED Ceiling Occupancy Sensor, expanding its line of Ceiling Lampholders for closets and closed spaces. The device automatically senses movement to turn lights ON and features LED lighting, the increasingly preferred alternative to incandescent lamps. The LED Ceiling Occupancy Sensor is ideal for use in closets as well as basements, […]
Leviton Introduces Decora Digital Controls with Bluetooth Technology
Leviton recently unveiled its new Decora Digital Controls with Bluetooth technology. These powerful lighting controls provide the ability to dim and time lighting without the need of a hub, gateway or internet connection. Users simply pair the device with the Leviton Decora Digital Dimmer & Timer App and use on-screen menu options to control lights […]
OSRAM Launches LIGHTIFY Connected Lighting Solution
OSRAM’s LIGHTIFY delivers connecting lighting controllable via existing mobile devices and a free, simple app. The OSRAM LIGHTIFY lighting system begins with a cable-free Gateway that can be plugged into a standard wall outlet anywhere in a home or business, and wirelessly syncs with the existing WiFi network. The Gateway connects to LIGHTIFY devices (up […]
Lutron Wins Two Lighting for Tomorrow Awards for Controls
Lighting for Tomorrow is a design competition that challenges manufacturers to meet consumer expectations by improving the design of their products and technologies, while achieving new heights of energy efficiency. At the same time, sponsors want to increase market acceptance and awareness of emerging opportunities in energy efficient lighting. Entries for 2013 featured indoor and […]
Lutron Updates its HomeWorks QS Total Home Control System with New Keypad Aesthetic, Wired Dimmers and Fan Controls, Architectural Colors and More
Light control manufacturer Lutron Electronics has announced several hardware updates to its HomeWorks QS total home control system. The updates provide new choices and options for the most discerning homeowners, all available starting September 6, 2012. HomeWorks QS Signature Series and Architrave Keypads * new keypad aesthetic for Homeworks QS provides homeowners with more aesthetic […]
Lutron’s Diva CL Dimmer Wins Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) Mark of Excellence Award in Green Product of the Year Category
Lutron Electronics recently announced that its new Diva C•L dimmer has won the 2011 Consumer Electronics Association Gold Mark of Excellence award in the Green Product of the Year category. The Mark of Excellence Awards program, presented by CEA’s TechHome Division, recognizes the best in home electronics products, services and installed technology. Each year, manufacturers, distributors and systems integrators enter to compete in award categories for this coveted honor judged by independent experts within the industry.
Watt Stopper Introduces Its First Astronomical Time Switch to Help Homeowners Control Lighting for Security and Energy Savings
WattStopper has launched the RT-200 Astronomical Time Switch, augmenting the company’s already extensive line of energy-efficient residential lighting controls. The new user-programmable time switch turns lights, or other electrical loads, on and off relative to dusk or dawn, or at selected times of day, providing energy savings and security both inside and outside the home. It is compliant with the requirements of California’s Title 24-2008 for outdoor lighting control.