Nice, a global pioneer in Home and Building Management solutions, released its Home Management OS 8.8.601 software update following its major feature release with the OS 8.8 in June 2023.
WHAT: The Nice Home Management OS 8.8.601 software update delivers improved user experience, and enhanced performance, and introduces new drivers for more integration across utilities, video, security, climate, lighting and more.
Features of software update
Highlighted features from the software update include:
- New drivers that offer integrations across security, climate, and lighting:
- DSC PowerSeries Neo Security Panel
- AprilAire S86WMUPR Thermostat
- Xfinity IP driver with voice control via the Nice HR40 Multifunction Smart Remote, allowing users to search across all channels and streaming services enabled on the Xfinity box
- Lutron Palladiom Climate Control
- Lutron LEAP: Phantom Buttons, Button Press & Release Support (QSX, RA3), WarmDim Support (Lumaris), and Tuneable White Support (DALI, Lumaris)
- Lutron Vive for the Lutron commercial line
- Schlage WiFi Doorlocks
Utility integrations
- BlueBOLT-CV3 Interface Card Support
- NETGEAR AV power over ethernet (PoE) driver with Powerlink for the M4250, M4300, M4350, and M4500 series
- Wattbox PDU driver with Powerlink for 300/700 and 800 series
- 300/700: WB-300-IP-3, WB-300VB-IP-5, WB-700-IPV-12 / WB-700CH-IPV-12
- 800: WB-800-IPVM-6, WB-800-IPVM-12
- Enphase Solar Inverters give end users the ability to review the power production from their solar panels
- Support of Real-Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) for an optimal streaming experience.
WHO: The upgrade is available for all Nice dealers who service customers with a Nice Home Management system.
WHEN: Nice Home Management OS 8.8.601 is available starting Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Nice partners can coordinate with their customers to confirm the preferred timing of the update to ensure a seamless process.
WHY: With its mission to simplify everyday movements, Nice strives to implement continuous product and service enhancements that meet the demands of end-users to ensure a high quality and reliable home management experience.
