Re-Introducing Alarm.com’s Android Auto integration for a unified car-to-home experience.
Alarm.com successfully rolled out a new feature, called “Android Auto”, to GeoArm’s monitored customers early this year. This new feature empowers Android users with a seamless connection to Alarm.com smart home and security controls right on their car display.
Android Auto provides a simple and safer-to-use interface that helps customers drive with fewer distractions so they can be focused on the road ahead while still keeping tabs at home.
Key Features:
Activate a Home Scene with just a tap for the perfect homecoming every time
Run an Away Scene for a simplified routine when on the go
Remotely open and close garage doors, plus see the status right on the screen
Stay in the know with on-screen, real-time alerts of important system activity and reminders
With Android Auto, customers can now bring Alarm.com along for the ride for a unified car-to-home experience. To use Android Auto on their car display, customers will need an Android Auto compatible vehicle or aftermarket stereo, an Android phone running 6 or higher, and the Android Auto app.
The DIY Community has counted on GeoArm, over the past 15 years, to film the “hard to find” security videos that aid in the ease of installation and programming for security systems and security products. With an attention to detail, creativity, and ability to effectively communicate complex concepts in a clear and concise manner, GeoArm has brought DIY security to the masses! And, possessing a large library of how to videos has undoubtedly contributed to the success of the GeoArm YouTube page, much to the delight of the cost conscious customer.
Having a long track record of filming videos, the evergrowing GeoArm Video Library answers countless questions. By watching a particular GeoArm video related to your security question, it can be answered in minutes. GeoArm has now amassed over 1,000 videos, by answering the frequently asked questions they received from their very own customer base. Nowadays, this impressive database, which can be accessed by subscribers and non-subscribers, answers security questions covering a wide range of wired and wireless panel topics.
Across all 50 states, DIYer’s have come to count on GeoArm’s videos covering many brands of high-tech security systems available in the market, such as the all-new GeoAlarm System. And, with the next generation of security system equipment coming around the corner, they look to continue to be a great source for free video related tutorials for years to come!
The newest GeoAlarm Firmware Update 1609.06 is set to elevate the user experience.
GeoAlarm security system clients are going to love the release of firmware version 1609.06, a comprehensive update that promises not just improvements but also a series of new features designed to elevate the user experience to the next level.
Here’s a more expansive sneak peek into what this update brings to the table before we proceed with the broader release to live GeoAlarm systems already installed in the field.
New Features
Live Weather Updates: GeoAlarm customers can soon enjoy real-time weather updates directly on the panel display, adding a touch of convenience to their daily routine.
Revamped Clone Feature: The new and improved clone feature now allows for smoother setup and transitions between devices.
Significant Improvements
Enhanced Wi-Fi Connectivity: We’ve introduced a feature that provides timely notifications in the event of Wi-Fi loss, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity
Door Lock Functionality Revamp: Experience heightened security and versatility with the improved door lock functionalities, now supporting extended user code inputs for increased safety.
Simplified Camera Integration: The process of adding cameras is now more user-friendly, with intelligent prompt windows to guide users through the process, simplifying the setup and saving valuable time.
Optimized Weather Feature Logic: Offering a smoother, more intuitive user interface, this enhancement ensures that users have the latest information at their fingertips without any hitches.
Improved Security Protocols: In a bid to ensure utmost security, we have fortified the panel settings, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring peace of mind.
Bug Fixes
Enhanced System Stability: We’ve undertaken extensive measures to enhance system stability, ironing out issues that caused unexpected reboots, thus guaranteeing a smoother and more reliable user experience.
Grammar and Interface Corrections: To enhance user comprehension, we have corrected several grammar issues and polished the user interface for better readability and understanding.
Security Settings Revamped: We have fixed a series of bugs that were affecting security settings, including correcting door lock descriptions and ensuring secure SIM card information display, reinforcing the safety of your system.
We trust that these GeoAlarm system improvements will significantly elevate the user experience, offering not just superior functionality but also a heightened level of convenience and security.
The GeoAlarm Security System as seen on Yahoo Finance!
Reading about the all-new GeoAlarm controller on Yahoo Finance! After 4 years of R&D, GeoArm has launched this smart home security system with built-in technology geared to outperform ADT + Brinks, Ring, SimpliSafe and Vivint (for under $400.00).
By GeoAlarm controller is easy to setup and can be DIY self-monitored and paired with central station alarm monitoring services too. So, what are you waiting for? You can save your MONEY by purchasing the GeoAlarm Security System instead! And, best of all there are no-term contracts and GeoAlarm monitoring plans start at just $8 a month!
GeoArm has released the all-new GeoAlarm Wireless Touchscreen Security System to DIY market!
Introducing the all-new GeoAlarm Security System that was designed by professional’s for the DIY business and home security market. Utilizing an aesthetically pleasing user friendly interface, the GeoAlarm takes full advantage of it’s 7″ LCD touchscreen that features 1024 x 600 resolution and a 5MP front panel video camera.
The GeoAlarm controller simplifies the bundling of burglary intrusion, smart home automation, security cameras and video doorbells into one convenient app. Designed with competitive advantages over ADT + Google Nest, Alula (aka “Cove”), Brinks, Ring, Simplisafe, Vivint and other industry leaders, the GeoAlarm was developed to outperform the competition. Leveraging the latest in high technology, the all-in-one panel features a smart device chipset, Android OS 7.1 and supports 5 wireless radios – AT&T/Verizon LTE Cellular, Dual Band WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Sub-1 GHz Security encryption RF, Z-Wave Plus with S2 encryption and Bluetooth LE 4.2 wireless connectivity.
Containing a built-in 5M pixel, fix focus, on-board front camera, the GeoCP panel capture’s disarm photos along with the date, time and who disarmed it. And, the panel is also designed to record video right when the panel goes into alarm. For interactive home control, just download the GeoAlarm app, which is available on both the Apple App Store and Google Play.
The GeoAlarm panel includes both WiFi and Cellular LTE radios that work together to create a dual-path redundant connection to the 24/7 PRO central station and/or end user for DIY self-monitoring services. The panel can handle up to four partitions that can be programmed to restrict access to any portion of the security system, that is desired to be operated independently. With up to 100 wireless zones and 50 user codes, this security and automation panel is simple to expand at anytime. It supports flexible mounting options, for either a wall-mount installation or by attaching the included table top stand, making it a breeze for the end user to setup.
Check out a full 360° degree view of the GeoAlarm controller and wireless alarm accessories.
Product Features:
Color Graphic Display – 7″ capacity touchscreen controller
Cellular LTE Radio – Fast, reliable and future-proof communications
Dual-Path Connectivity – WiFi and Cellular LTE improve latency, reliability
Secure Encryption – Make your home safer with wireless encrypted security sensors
Sub-1 GHz RF Sensors – 433 MHz with industry-leading range (250M) Strong, Reliable RF Signal
Panel Access Point – Communicate with secure network
5MP Panel Camera – Take disarm/Arm photos, Alarm Videos and sends them to secure cloud and your Phone
Z-Wave Plus – Control lights, locks, thermostats, garage doors, etc.
Security Alarm Process – DIY and Professional GeoArm 24/7 security alarm monitoring is optional to protect your home or business
Audio Event Detect – Sense Smoke, CO, Glassbreak alarm detection
The Verizon CDMA nationwide wireless cellular network shutdown is starting soon!
The Verizon® CDMA Network will be shut down permanently starting December 31st, 2022.
This will be a nationwide event which should be completed within the first week of 2023. Customers with Verizon CDMA communicators may begin to see communication failures and panel keypad faults as early as 11/21/22.
If applicable, please order a new compatible replacement LTE alarm communicator today to avoid any disruption in your alarm monitoring services.
The Qolsys IQ4 Hub (from Johnson Controls) all-in-one wireless 7″ touchscreen smart security system with automation has been released to the DIY security marketplace. The affordable IQ4 Hub contains a built-in Alarm.com dual-path wifi/cellular Verizon LTE communicator and either a S-Line/legacy 319.5 MHz wireless receiver, legacy 345 MHz, legacy 433 MHz or PowerG receiver and all the bells and whistles.
The IQ4 Hub also includes other key features such as; Bluetooth, Z-Wave 800-Series automation module, smash and grab reporting. It features a SmartMount system, all internal antennas and an easy on-screen installation wizard. With a built-in front speaker the IQ4 Hub allows for 85dB piezo audible siren to alert nearby individuals of an alarm initiating event. It has a dual panel and wall tamper with spring release and smash and grab reporting. Additionally, the panel has a single wake/sleep button for added user convenience.
Johnson Control’s Qolsys IQ4 Hub is simple to wall-mount in minutes and even easier to use.
The touchscreen panel also includes Live View which is the ability to view Alarm.com video cameras on the screen, and Live Answer. Live Answer give the user the ability to answer their Alarm.com video doorbell from the IQ4 Hub inside the property, such as the Alarm.com ADC-VDB770 touchless video doorbell. Live Answer will also work with Live View cameras that have voice capability, such as the Alarm.com ADC-V515 indoor security camera. With Alarm.com’s video monitoring solutions in place you can view and respond through the interactive app, and you can also see who is at the front door by just looking at the IQ4 Hub touchscreen.
The IQ4 Hub leverages the power of it’s Android 9 operating system with a QualComm Snapdragon 8 core SOM (System on a Module) processor having 16GB NAND Flash internal memory. The IQ4 Hub has an aesthetically pleasing and elegant modern user interface that keeps you connected to an entire ecosystem of smart devices, giving you complete control over your entire apartment, home or small business.
The Brilliant Smart Home Hubs work with Just About Everything in the Integrated Home Tech.
The Brilliant Resideo BHA120USWH all-in-one smart home control panel have just been released for sale at GeoArm.
When adding the Brilliant Control Hub it instantaneously transforms any property, especially those with a Total Connect 2.0 security system, by simply replacing the light switch with a Brilliant touchscreen panel.
Brilliant Controls include an all-in-one mobile friendly app that provide the end user with complete control of the home or business from anywhere. These Brilliant smart panels can also be installed as secondary controllers with any Resideo ProSeries, VISTA, LYNX and Lyric Controller security system. Brilliant works with Resideo, Honeywell Home, Ring, Google Nest, Sonos, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Siri, Samsung SmartThings, Schlage, Yale, Kwikset, August, Philips Hue, Genie, Overhead Door, Somfy, and many other top smart home brands.
The Brilliant Panels are designed to be installed in place of any standard 1, 2, 3 or 4-gang light switch panel with neutral and ground wires (fits any 1 to 4-gang electrical boxes).
The Brilliant Panel makes it easy to control your security, automation and video around the home.
GeoArm has released the all-new M2M Services MiNi-LTE-M-AV residential burglary intrusion alarm communicator with Z-Wave automation to the DIY security market.
The M2M Services MiNi-LTE-M-AV cellular dual-SIM 5G AT&T/Verizon universal alarm communicator with Z-Wave automation for use with most existing burglary intrusion systems is available at GeoArm.
The MINI-LTE-M-AV communicator is compatible with most existing dial-capture interface burglary intrusion control panels (DSC, Honeywell and GE Interlogix NX-Series). With future-proof technology, the MINI-LTE-M-AV communicator transmits alarm signals over the AT&T/Verizon 5G LTE network to the GeoArm central monitoring station.
Likewise, the MINI-LTE-M-AV can be accessed remotely by our GeoArm professional technicians with UDL software (DLS, Compass, DL900) via the RING/TIP connections (using the MN01-RNGR module). So, have peace of mind knowing you are not alone, and this communicator allows for our remote panel programming and full upload/download remote capabilities.
Additionally, the MINI-LTE-M-AV communicator has the ability for end users to remotely control some of the interactive features using the RControl smartphone app (designed for Android/iPhone). Using the app clients can have; remote arm/disarm capabilities, real-time push and email notifications, multiple end users and devices per account, 12 months events history and basic configuration/diagnostics.
In summary, the MINI-LTE-M-AV is an inexpensive option for our DiY clients who have existing security systems and are looking to lower their business or home security bill. This new age M2M Verizon LTE (Long-Term Evolution) communicator, powered by GeoArm, brings faster speeds and greater stability that won’t break the bank.
Product Features:
Universal Panel Compatibility: Dial-Capture Interface supporting Contact ID, SIA and Pulse 4+2
Future-Proof LTE-M Technology: Dual SIM supporting both AT&T and Verizon (or any country specific networks) in the same radio
Interactive Features: Multi brand UDL and smart bus support for selected alarm panels
Forward Compatible with Smart Home: Supporting Z-Wave, Wi-Fi and LAN via the M2M Smart Hub
Alula CAM-OD-JS1-Al outdoor security cameras has been released by GeoArm Security!
The all-new Alula CAM-OD-JS1-Al is an 1080p HD outdoor bullet security camera has been released at GeoArm.
The CAM-OD-JS1-Al outdoor camera is designed to be used in conjunction with the Connect+ control panel or BAT-CONNECT universal tri-path alarm communicator. Expand your business or home security perimeter with Alula’s Outdoor PoE/WiFi Bullet Camera.
Featuring motion detection and 40 feet of night vision, the Outdoor Bullet Camera provides real-time viewing and recorded clips. Plus with Alula’s Smart Security app you can set up notifications that will alert you when suspicious motion activity is detected. The Outdoor Bullet can be used as a stand alone video surveillance system or as part of a more holistic security and automation system when paired with Alula’s Connect+ panel or BAT-CONNECT communicator.
