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Installers across the UK can further enhance their security installation capability, after Legrand unveiled its first ever smart video doorbell to join a suite of connected products from its User Interface business unit. Allowing end users to see visitors at their door from anywhere in the world, Legrand’s smart doorbell is compatible with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Part of Legrand’s popular Netatmo smart home devices range, the new doorbell offers long-term savings with no subscription or update costs, providing installers the option to integrate into their ever security-conscious customers’ homes. Delivering optimum quality Equipped with a full HD 1080p camera, the diagonal 140° wide-angle lens is able to show a head-to-toe image of visitors at the door and delivers optimum quality regardless of lighting levels. The camera’s HDR feature adapts to varying degrees of brightness, while built-in infrared ensures images are captured and movement detected in complete darkness. Notification settings are fully configurable to the requirements of the end user, and can be set to only notify users when movement is detected in certain areas with the alert-zones feature. Elegantly designed and fully weatherproof, the unit is easy to install, thanks to its compatibility with a wide range of electrical installations from 8-24 volts all the way up to 230 volts. Artificial intelligence algorithms The new doorbell also uses artificial intelligence algorithms to differentiate between a person and a harmless movement Once in situ, the installer can quickly connect the doorbell to the Netatmo Security app via a Wi-Fi network, allowing for control from anywhere in the world. For added security, data is encrypted and remains on the device, meaning no information is shared or kept by Netatmo on cloud storage. The new doorbell also uses artificial intelligence algorithms to differentiate between a person and a harmless movement. If an intruder is present, the user will receive a ‘Person detected’ notification on their smartphone and a video of the event is recorded. From there, the homeowner can use the loudspeaker from their device to call out to the intruder and deter them. Smart video doorbell Richard Hopkins, Lead Marketing Manager at Legrand UK & Ireland, said: “The nation is becoming ever more security conscious. Our new smart video doorbell will provide electrical installers with a fully compatible and easy to use option for their customers.” “Giving a possibility to be integrated into home scenes, the smart video doorbell is compatible with Apple HomeKit, allowing for functionality through the suite of connected apple products as well as full connectivity with the Netatmo range. The intelligent and customised notifications can be adapted to fit any user requirements and, with no hidden costs for subscription or updates to the product or dedicated app, it is solution for homeowners that delivers long-term savings.”

Netatmo, an innovation company developing consumer electronics for a better and connected lifestyle, unveils Welcome - the first smart home camera featuring revolutionary face recognition technology that recognises each family member. Welcome sends the names of the people it sees to the user’s smartphone. The camera also notifies users when it detects an unknown face. Welcome won 4 awards at the renowned “2015 CES Innovations Awards” in the following categories: “Smart Home”, “Home Appliances”, “Digital Imaging” and “Tech for a better World”. For the third consecutive year, Netatmo has been compensated for its successes. Welcome recognises each family member         Welcome’s face recognition technology is a breakthrough in the smart home camera market. Welcome refers to people by their name and notifies the user when a stranger’s face appears. The camera learns to identify each family member. Welcome allows users to know instantly who is home. When children get home from school, parents are informed with smart notifications: «Lily is home». The camera also reassures people that care for an elderly parent. “Netatmo is proud to present Welcome. Its outstanding technology makes today’s smart homes even smarter. Welcome addresses two major consumer needs: to know when their loved ones are home and to be aware if a stranger breaks into their residence. Welcome brings piece of mind to all family members.” says Fred Potter, CEO and Founder of Netatmo. Welcome, designed to protect privacy Welcome was conceived with the greatest respect for privacy. Welcome provides reassurance without surveillance. Privacy settings are indeed fully customisable. For each family member, the user decides whether or not Welcome should send notifications or store footage. Parents are able to respect their children’s individual privacy needs. Recorded videos and identification data stay entirely private thanks to the camera’s local SD card. They are not saved in the cloud. Without the SD card, the camera cannot file any data. This local storage approach allows for no additional fees or required subscription to use the camera or to consult its information. Furthermore, access to the camera from the user’s smartphone is secured by a bank-level encrypted connection, to guarantee the highest level of protection. Welcome, a seamless experience          Welcome’s setup is straightforward: the camera only has to be plugged in and paired to the free App, available on the App Store or on Google Play. The user can access the Welcome App from their smartphone, tablet or PC/Mac. The dashboard screen displays every person currently home and plays a live stream video. The timeline screen lists past events and people detected by the camera.              Welcome, a revolutionary camera with minimalist design Welcome is a full HD camera capturing stunning images under any light condition. Night vision is guaranteed thanks to Welcome’s powerful infrared LED. Its extensive 130 degree field of view provides unprecedented coverage. Made of beautiful anodised aluminium, Welcome has a unique and pure design that blends seamlessly into any interior. Welcome, an award-winning camera Welcome won 4 awards at the renowned “2015 CES Innovations Awards” in the following categories: “Smart Home”, “Home Appliances”, “Digital Imaging” and “Tech for a Better World”. For the third consecutive year, Netatmo has been compensated for its successes. Welcome is being exclusively presented in Las Vegas at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the international consumer electronics and consumer technology tradeshow. The company will be demonstrating Welcome at the following locations: CES Unveiled, Mandalay Bay on Sunday, January 4, from 4 to 7 PM Pepcom’s Digital Experience, Mirage Hotel on Monday January 5, from 7 to 10:30 PM CES 2015, Booth n° 73905, Tech West, Sands Expo, Level 2, Halls A-C, from January 6 - 9 Technical specifications              Face recognition technology Stunning images, 1080p full HD resolution, extra-large 2 micron pixels Extensive 130° field of view Superior night vision due to outstanding light sensitivity and powerful infrared LED Micro-SD card included Bank-level encryption Easy to setup within minutes Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection Embedded microphone Powered through micro-USB and included plug Availability and compatibility Welcome will be available from the second quarter of 2015. Welcome Tags increase the camera’s reach. They will be sold separately. They may be placed indoors or outdoors, on windows, doors or driveway gates. They will signal any movement occurring on the user’s smartphone. Welcome App is compatible with iPhones featuring iOS 8 and Android smartphones 4.3 and above.