Did you know that four burglaries occur every minute in the United States alone? That’s a startling one every 15 seconds. The good news is that most convicted burglars (90%) claim they want to avoid homes with alarm systems, saying that if they did encounter an alarm, they would abandon the attack. However, the bad news is that nearly two-thirds of homeowners fail to turn it on at all times. And, when it comes to security, many are often faced with expensive systems and pricey monitoring fees. Understandably so.
However, one Provo, Utah-based startup is looking to change that with their new Atmel | SMART powered DIY system. Novi is making it increasingly easier for homeowners to install small detectors throughout their house that can notify them of any motion or smoke — without the need of contracts and monthly costs!
Like a number of smart home security systems seen throughout the CES 2015 show floor, Novi can be controlled through its accompanying mobile app. The kit is comprised of a base station and sensors, powered by AtmelSAM4S and SAMA5 processors, respectively.
The sensors themselves are smaller than the average smoke detector, and can easily be affixed to any ceiling. What’s more, the system offers homeowners a peace of mind by sending a series of photos right to their mobile device, while immediately emitting a siren if smoke or motion are detected while away. In the event that this occurs, the alarm will sound, the monitor will relay the images to the base station (plugged directly into a router), and the base station will transmit the photos to the Novi app. Once the alert is received on the smartphone, the user will then have the option to call officials, check in at home, disarm, or request more pictures for greater clarity.
Months after completing a successful Kickstarter campaign, where the company garnered over $175,000, the DIY system is currently available for pre-order. Novi can be purchased in a starter kit — which includes one sensor, the base station and the app — for $199, with additional sensors for $89 per unit.
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