SAN JOSE, Calif. and
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Arlo
Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: ARLO), the #1 network connected camera
brand1, announced today the introduction of its new
"Works with Arlo" compatibility program, designed to enable a
cohesive smart home experience. In the second half of 2019, "Works
with Arlo" connected devices, such as smart locks, lights, speakers
and more, will wirelessly connect through the recently announced
Arlo SmartHub. Users will then be able to easily control and manage
all their "Works with Arlo" connected devices, including Arlo
security cameras, through the Arlo app. Initial "Works with Arlo"
partners include Bose, Danalock, Jasco, Leviton, LIFX, Philips Hue,
Schlage, Sonos and Yale, with
additional partners to be announced at a later date.
"While there are an increasing number of internet-connected
devices in the marketplace, security cameras are often viewed as
the core of the smart home. Seeing a need to help consumers
streamline the way they control their Arlo products and other smart
home devices, we set out to create a solution designed to grow as
our users expand their ecosystem," said Pat
Collins, senior vice president of Arlo products. "The 'Works
with Arlo' program not only assures users that compatible products
will integrate with their Arlo system, but also allows for
simplified smart home management through one central interface –
the Arlo app."
When creating a smart home ecosystem comprised of "Works with
Arlo" devices, automated events can be created within the Arlo app
to execute various repetitive tasks. For example, connected devices
can cross-trigger one another, enabling Arlo to secure a user's
home for the night by arming the outdoor cameras, locking doors and
turning off lights. If any one of the connected devices detects
unusual activity that deviates from the user's settings or
automated events, the Arlo app will immediately deploy an alert to
the user's smartphone, allowing them to take action.
The Arlo SmartHub will power the "Works with Arlo" program by
serving as the nucleus of the smart home. Engineered with ArloRF™,
a proprietary two-way radio frequency technology, the SmartHub
provides Arlo devices with extended battery life and superior
long-range wireless coverage, enabling hassle-free communication
between the SmartHub and Arlo devices. In the second half of 2019,
the SmartHub will also become Zigbee and Z-Wave
capable2. This compatibility will allow Arlo users to
control a wide-range of "Works with Arlo" third-party smart home
devices via the Arlo app, giving them one central monitoring and
controlling touchpoint for a simplified smart home experience.
When third-party devices complete the compatibility program,
Arlo validates the product with a "Works with Arlo" badge to assure
users that the device is compatible with the Arlo SmartHub and Arlo
app. On an ongoing basis, products will be continually audited
based on product star ratings, customer feedback, service latency
and device cloud up-time.
For more information, please visit arlo.com/CES2019.
About Arlo Technologies, Inc.
Arlo is the
award-winning, industry leader that is transforming the way people
experience the connected lifestyle. Arlo's deep expertise in
product design, wireless connectivity, cloud infrastructure and
cutting-edge AI capabilities focuses on delivering a seamless,
smart home experience for Arlo users that is easy to setup and
interact with every day. The company's cloud-based platform
provides users with visibility, insight and a powerful means to
help protect and connect in real-time with the people and things
that matter most, from any location with a Wi-Fi or a cellular
connection. To date, Arlo has launched several categories of
award-winning smart connected devices, including wire-free smart
Wi-Fi and LTE-enabled cameras, audio doorbells, advanced baby
monitors and smart security lights.
©2019 Arlo Technologies, Inc. Arlo and the Arlo logo are
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and/or its affiliates in the United
States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names
are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their
respective holder(s). The information contained herein is subject
to change without notice. Arlo will not be liable for technical or
editorial errors or omissions contained herein. All rights
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1 The NPD Group, Inc., U.S. Retail Tracking Service,
Security & Monitoring, Camera Technology: Decentralized IP
Camera and Centralized IP Camera, based on Dollars, Jan
2018-Aug 2018
2 For third-party devices that communicate over Zigbee
and Z-Wave, the Arlo SmartHub is required. Third-party devices that
work over cloud-to-cloud or local LAN are compatible with previous
generation Arlo base stations.
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