Control comes in many forms in the AV
and CI world, but when it comes to convenience one absolutely apposite solution
is rapidly becoming the order of the day with tech savvy smartphone and tablet
owners: the app…
Power, as we know, is nothing without
control; and with great power, as we know from Spider-man, comes great
responsibility. Which is presumably why so many techie types these days are
taking responsibility and releasing an array of apps to assist Mr. and Mrs. 21st
Century take full control of their kit from the comfort of their increasingly
omnipresent and always to-hand smartphones and tablets.
DemoPad
Bringing simplicity to all the top names in
smarthome control, DemoPad is a seriously sharp app developed for Apple devices
to allow homeowners to enjoy enhanced control of their multi-room entertainment
and home automation systems with the utmost ease. Using intuitive interfaces
created using the DemoPad Design software, the app permits control of any
entertainment device in the home, and offers enhanced control of virtually any
home automation system.
Using
intuitive interfaces created using the DemoPad Design software
Completely customizable to suit personal
needs, DemoPad has worked closely in conjunction with a whole raft of
manufacturers and their systems to produce the perfect control platform for
anyone owning the likes of Lutron, Opus, Keene, WyreStorm, CYP, NuVo,
Systemline, Triax and, of course, Crestron.
DemoPad
has worked closely in conjunction with a whole raft of manufacturers
Cool, clever and uncomplicated, the app
costs $41.99 from iTunes, and with extensive support resources and tutorial
videos are available online to help set-up go smoothly, an installation can be
blessed with the best inn Wi-Fi-linked universal remotes in next to no time.
Kaleidescape app for iPad
The Kaleidescape App for iPad introduces an
exceptional new way to browse and select movies and music on a Kaleidescape
System using an iPad. The free app offers the convenience of browsing without
interrupting playback, letting users filter instantly by actor, director, or
genre, or select any room to see what’s playing there or even start another
movie.
The
Kaleidescape App for iPad introduces an exceptional new way to browse and select
movies and music on a Kaleidescape System using an iPad
“Using the iPad app, I can see what the
kids are watching no matter where I am in the home,” said D., mother of three
and Kaleidescape System owner. “I can even see how much longer the movie will
play, and when it’s over, I can pick something else for them to watch.”
“The free Kaleidescape iPad app is a real
game changer,” said Kris Hogg, Director of Yorkshire-based custom installation
company, Konnectiv. “It provides a reliable, convenient way to access, control
and enjoy the extraordinary features of the Kaleidescape System. As an example,
I can be outside, in the garden, selecting music. And if I like what’s playing,
I can easily save it to play it again later.”
The
Kaleidescape App for iPad is available on the Apple App Store now
“Our new Kaleidescape-designed iPad app
lives up to our reputation for simple user interfaces,” said Michael M.,
Founder, Chairman, and CEO. “We’re excited to be bringing it to the market as
one of an exciting series of new Kaleidescape developments for our dealers and
Kaleidescape System owners.”
The Kaleidescape App for iPad is available
on the Apple App Store now.
URC Total: Control
URC has developed Total Control Mobile, a
fully functional app for the iPhone and iPad which allows complete access to
the Total Control system. Available through AWE, it provides an experience
similar to that of the TKP-2000 touch screen and offers support for third party
modules. This app supports the range of URC touch screens and controllers and
offers up an extra solution which dealers are requesting. A sales demo of the
app is now available from iTunes as a free download.
To use the app with Total Control, the
MRX-10 requires a license which will support limitless iDevices.
To
use the app with Total Control, the MRX-10 requires a license which will
support limitless iDevices
RTiPanel: app
The RTiPanel app from, unsurprisingly, RTI,
brings the power of the company’s control solutions to the iPhone, iPod touch,
iPad and, most recently, Android devices, allowing them to become the interface
for RTI control systems. With the app installed on any of these popular
smart-products, users will have complete control of their music from anywhere
in the home and beyond.
The app can access an RTI control system
locally or remotely, allowing users to adjust audio/ video, lights, climate and
other integrated systems. Control system programming is stored on the chosen
mobile device and updated automatically when any changes are made, using the
same Integration Designer software that is used for all RTI products, via a
completely customizable graphical interface.
The
app can access an RTI control system locally or remotely, allowing users to
adjust audio/ video, lights, climate and other integrated systems
Highly optimized for fast connection times,
the RTiPanel app supports local connection via Wi-Fi and remote connection via
Wi-Fi or 3G, with automatic switching. In addition, it supports the creation of
both portrait and landscape views, with minimal extra programming required, as
well as supporting full two-way feedback, including cover art, graphics, text,
dynamic scrolling lists and more.
On the subject of adding the Android app
option, Mark Taylor, Business Manager at Invision UK, explains: “It’s clear
that the uptake of Android devices is showing no signs of slowing down. If we
are to serve our market to the best of our abilities, we need to respond
appropriately to its demands. I believe that the release of this fantastic free
app will satisfy many more of our customers.” The RTI app is available free now
from the App Store, with licenses available from Invision UK.
