Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership

Arlo Technologies has announced an expanded partnership with Samsung SmartThings to enhance home security features for users.

The collaboration introduces enhancements to SmartThings' existing offerings by integrating popular functions of Arlo Secure 5. Scheduled for spring release, the update enables two-way audio communication between SmartThings and Arlo devices, along with event snapshots to improve user visibility.

Additional capabilities include AI-powered object detection, leveraging Arlo's computer vision technology to identify people, vehicles, and packages. This feature allows users to customise notifications and automate responses within the SmartThings platform.

Matthew McRae, CEO of Arlo Technologies, stated, "We are excited to bring this significant upgrade and the power of Arlo Intelligence to SmartThings users. With a shared spirit of innovation and commitment to delivering a seamless user experience, we're proud of our continued collaboration with the SmartThings team to make the smart home experience accessible for all."

Mark Benson, Head of SmartThings US, commented on the partnership, "At SmartThings, we are always focused on enhancing our ecosystem to provide users with the most intuitive and secure experience. By expanding our partnership with Arlo, we are able to offer even more intelligent and responsive security features that seamlessly integrate into the SmartThings platform, helping users feel more connected and confident in their smart home."

The new integrations are part of Arlo Secure 5, which utilises advanced AI and recognition engines to provide more detailed alerts and support faster, informed decision-making by users.

Arlo specialises in advanced home, business, and personal security solutions. Arlo's deep expertise in AI- and CV-powered analytics, cloud services, user experience and product design, and innovative wireless and RF connectivity enables the delivery of a seamless, smart security experience for Arlo users that is easy to set up and interact with every day.

Arlo's cloud-based platform provides users with visibility, insight, and a powerful means to help protect and connect in real-time from any location with a Wi-Fi or a cellular connection. The company has recently launched several categories of award-winning connected devices, software, and services. These include wire-free, smart Wi-Fi and LTE-enabled security cameras, video doorbells, floodlights, security system, and Arlo's subscription service, Arlo Secure.

SmartThings, Samsung's global connected living platform, builds smart homes that are convenient, safe, sustainable and fun. Millions of people, in nearly 200 countries, use SmartThings to easily control their connected homes and IoT devices. SmartThings delivers simple, powerful experiences across Samsung's portfolio of phones, TV, and appliances.