Residents utilize the SmartThings app for comprehensive home management Access to SmartThings gives ABB smart home users access to additional applications and bridges to other manufacturers and networks Open technology partnership creates world-class automation platform
Samsung Electronics' integration of the ABB-free@home® automation app into its SmartThings platform marks a major leap forward for smart home residents to avoid “application overload.” The development allows residents to holistically manage equipment and devices from different manufacturers through a single home automation app, enabling seamless and complete home management.
Integrate your ABB-free@home® system into SmartThings
Integrate your ABB-free@home® system into SmartThings
With the number of smart homes worldwide predicted to grow to 33.2% by 2028, the new world-class ABB-Samsung smart home platform links and manages switches, dimmers, shutters, blinds, windows, doors, weather stations, thermostats, scene support, solar power, Samsung heat pumps and home appliances. Linking to the ABB-free@home® platform and its selected devices allows for a fully individualized solution for each resident.
ABB-free@home® is deeply integrated into the vast SmartThings ecosystem and can work with all other partner solutions on the platform. ABB-free@home® also provides remote access, management and control capabilities to property managers of apartment buildings in the rental and multifamily markets, increasing opportunities for innovation with automation, energy management and service systems.
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“We are committed to providing smart and sustainable living solutions that enrich the world. Our SmartThings platform is one of the largest open ecosystems of connected devices and services, and customers can use the SmartThings app as a one-stop solution to monitor and control their smart homes and smart buildings. We are pleased to partner with ABB, a global leader in building automation and control, and integrate their innovative products and systems into our platform. Together we will create smarter, energy-efficient solutions for residential and commercial customers, reducing costs and environmental impact. We look forward to expanding our collaboration with ABB and bringing even more benefits to our users.”
Mike Mustafa, president, Smart Buildings, ABB Electrification, added: “The average home around the world has around eight smart devices, and there are huge benefits to having all home devices and appliances able to communicate with each other through one centralized system, regardless of brand or manufacturer. Our open technologies that adhere to industry standards, such as Matter, make it easier for consumers to manage their homes, while reducing costs, saving energy and being better for the environment.”
ABB acquired Eve Systems in 2023, becoming a leader in Matter and Thread, the new smart home connectivity standard and wireless protocol backed by all major technology companies. With ABB-free@home® now part of the Eve Matter series and the Samsung SmartThings platform now Matter-based, the integrated smart home offering is now truly comprehensive.
ABB is a technology leader in electrification and automation enabling a more sustainable, resource-efficient future. The company's solutions connect engineering know-how with software to optimize the way we manufacture, move, power and operate. Built on more than 140 years of excellence, ABB's more than 105,000 employees are driven by innovations that accelerate industrial transformation. www.abb.com
ABB Electrification is a global technology leader enabling efficient and reliable use of electricity from power source to outlet. With more than 50,000 employees in 100 countries, we work with customers and partners to solve the world's biggest challenges in power distribution and energy management. We help businesses, industries and consumers run facilities and homes efficiently and reliably. As the energy transition accelerates, we are electrifying the world in safe, smart and sustainable ways. go.abb/electrification
About SmartThings
SmartThings is Samsung's global connected living platform, building smart homes that are convenient, safe, sustainable and fun. Millions of people in nearly 200 countries use SmartThings to easily control their connected home and IoT devices. SmartThings delivers simple and powerful experiences across Samsung's leading portfolio of phones, TVs and appliances. As an open platform with a rich partner ecosystem, we deliver the most versatile smart home experience. As a founding member of Matter, we are the industry leader in making smart homes safer, more reliable and seamless to use. Learn more about SmartThings at www.partners.smartthings.com.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with innovative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the world of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, digital home appliances, network systems, memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions. For the latest news, visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.
(1) https://www.statista.com/outlook/dmo/smart-home/worldwide
(2) https://www.statista.com/statistics/1107307/average-number-connected-devices-households-worldwide/