The My Leviton 2.0 app update, available now as a free download, includes a refined user interface reflective of the latest design standards for ease of use and approachability.

Legrand, a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, announced its On-Q radiant RF (radio frequency) Lighting Control and adorne Wi-Fi Ready Lighting systems have integrated QMotion motorized window shade control.

Leviton released a “hubless” home automation solution, Decora Smart with Wi-Fi Technology, offering remote access, app-based scheduling and voice control.

Nortek Security & Control LLC introduced six new Z-Wave 500 series lighting devices to portfolio of GoControl smart home control devices.

Legrand announced the launch of software drivers for using Crestron and Control4 products to operate Legrand’s RF-controlled lighting systems from the adorne and radiant product lines. 

TiO (Turn it On) brand automation products added lamp dimmers (LMPNA) to its cast of home automation solutions. 

The VARIO Lighthouse Kit (VLK) provides a fully integrated lighting and camera housing as a high performance, all-in-one alternative to cameras with integrated LEDs.

DMP introduced a low-cost solution for Z-wave lighting control.

DMP has three new Z-Wave compatible light switches that end users can use to wirelessly or manually control overhead lighting in their homes or small businesses using the Virtual Keypad™ App on smartphones or tablets.

Once within the budget of only the wealthiest homeowners, lighting control now is finding its way into the mainstream. While there are only about one million North American “luxury” homes valued at $1 million or more, there are seven to 10 million homes valued between $500,000 and $1 million, observes David Weinstein, vice president of residential sales for Coopersford, Pa.-based light control manufacturer Lutron Electronics. Weinstein calls this the “mid-market,” adding that “the revolution or evolution is in the mid-market.”