To develop a class-leading Wi-Fi connected smart thermostat for the USA market to compete with established brands on performance, price and platform connectivity in a very short time-frame.

Our holistic approach from start to finish included:

• Basic research to establish market needs and points of differentiation
• Created a unique appearance and feature-set anchored on intuitive operation to expand appeal of connected thermostat product category
• Touch Points: clear white-on-black display, real metal control knob, changeable covers to allow personalization
• In-depth market research to verify chosen design has deep customer positive impact
• Rapid hardware development and testing. 3D analysis of RF performance to ensure best in class networking reliability
• Thermal modelling and hysteresis analysis for optimal temperature control as “best in class”
• Developed robust device to cloud API with industry-leading high levels of security and Smart Home integrations, including Apple HomeKit^TM certification.