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Qolsys Rebrands as IQ Security Products


As IQ Security Products enters this new chapter, GeoArm stands out as a leader in bringing these solutions directly to customers.

Qolsys, a well-known innovator in the smart security industry, has officially rebranded as IQ Security Products, marking a new chapter while continuing its legacy of advanced, user-friendly security solutions. Founded in 2010 and later acquired by Johnson Controls, Qolsys built its reputation on delivering cutting-edge, all-in-one alarm systems that seamlessly integrate security, life safety, and smart home automation. The rebrand to IQ Security Products aligns the company more closely with its highly successful “IQ” product line, simplifying its identity and reinforcing the strong recognition already established by products like the IQ Panel series. While the name has changed, the technology, ecosystem, and commitment to innovation remain the same.

IQ Security Products offers a complete, modern security ecosystem designed for both residential and commercial applications. At the center of this lineup are the IQ Panels, including the widely adopted IQ Panel 4 and the next-generation IQ Panel 5, which feature powerful processing, intuitive touchscreen interfaces, LTE connectivity, and support for PowerG wireless technology. These systems serve as the central hub for a wide range of devices, including long-range PowerG wireless sensors for doors, windows, motion detection, and glass break monitoring. In addition to intrusion detection, IQ Security Products provides a full suite of life safety devices such as smoke, heat, carbon monoxide, and flood sensors, ensuring comprehensive protection. The platform also supports smart home automation through Z-Wave devices like smart locks, lights, and thermostats, along with seamless integration with Alarm.com for remote access, mobile control, and video surveillance.

As IQ Security Products enters this new era, GeoArm is leading the way by offering the full line of newly branded IQ security systems along with professional monitoring services. GeoArm is proud to be the first company to fully adopt and make available the complete IQ Security Products lineup, giving customers immediate access to the latest advancements in smart security technology. By combining top-tier hardware with flexible, contract-free monitoring solutions, GeoArm provides homeowners and businesses with a powerful, modern approach to security. This rebrand represents more than just a name change, it highlights the continued evolution of intelligent security systems, and with GeoArm at the forefront, customers can confidently take advantage of everything IQ Security Products has to offer.

GeoArm releases all new IQ5 Control Panel Family!

GeoArm Security has released the IQ5 Family: a powerful lineup of smart security system control panels designed to transform how homes and businesses stay protected. Featuring the IQ Panel 5, IQ5 Hub, and IQ5 NS, this all-new platform delivers unmatched performance, deeper smart home integration, and future-ready connectivity.

The IQ Panel 5 family represents the next generation of smart security panels from IQ (formerly Qolsys), built on a powerful Qualcomm DragonWing™ quad-core processor running Android 14 for fast performance, smooth operation, and a long lifecycle of updates and new features.

All three models — IQ Panel 5, IQ5 Hub, and IQ5 NS — include built-in PowerG+ wireless technology for long-range, encrypted communication with security and automation devices, dual-path LTE and dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity for reliable communications, Z-Wave 800 Series with Long Range for smart home device integration, and Bluetooth 5.0 + LE for touchless disarming and device support. The flagship IQ Panel 5 adds a 7″ capacitive touchscreen, an integrated 13 MP PortraitView camera, dual microphones, dual 4 W speakers with an 85 dB siren, onboard glass-break detection, and full video integration capabilities, making it suitable as a central home control interface. The IQ5 Hub delivers much of the same powerful hardware and modern interface at a more accessible price point, with a touchscreen and core functionality but without the additional onboard sensors. The IQ5 NS eliminates the touchscreen entirely in favor of a screenless installation for hidden or utility-mounted deployments, relying on app control (powered by Alarm.com) while retaining the same secure communications, processor performance, and expandability as its siblings. Optional RF daughter cards allow support for legacy sensor frequencies, simplifying takeovers of existing security systems.

Three panels. Endless possibilities.

What Makes the IQ5 Family Next-Level?

✔️ Powered by Qualcomm DragonWing™ — lightning-fast processing and future-proof performance.

✔️ Built-in PowerG+ Wireless Security — secure, encrypted long-range communication with sensors.

✔️ Modular Design — choose optional daughter cards to support legacy frequencies without unnecessary hardware.

✔️ Dual-Path LTE + Wi-Fi — keep connected and monitored no matter what.

✔️ Bluetooth 5.0 + LE Touchless Disarming — smooth, modern system access.

Johnson Controls (JCI) is the manufacturer of IQ security products, including the IQ Panel and related smart home security devices.

New GeoAlarm App Firmware Update for iOS and Android Devices was Released!

New GeoAlarm Application Version 7.10.0 has been released for iOS and Android devices!

New Features:

  1. New automations to support doorbell press, motion detection, and schedule. A new UI and flow will also come with this release of automations.
  2. Users will receive an in app prompt when an update for the app is available.

Improvements:

  1. New Z-Wave add/remove flow from iOS to match with Android.
  2. Updated ‘Stay Signed In’ options to allow for one month before the GeoAlarm application logs you out.
  3. Update the ‘Siren’ icon to match the GeoAlarm panel.
  4. Updated the ‘Device Health’ section for cameras/doorbells to include the ‘WiFi Link Quality’ and the ‘WiFi Signal Level’.
  5. Enhanced the Arm/Disarm snapshot seen in the Activity section so it can be clicked on and expanded.
  6. Live view home control will not allow you to arm stay/away if there is a system trouble.
  7. Updated support for the GeoTSLR translator and takeover module. They are now using the correct icons, and the translator is able to be ‘Bypassed’.
  8. Updated the UI for the video settings section in Android to match iOS.
  9. The microphone on the wired doorbell now opens/closes correction without erroring or leaving the line open.
  10. Added a ‘Wake Up’ feature to GeoCam camera settings. This wakes the camera up when settings are entered for battery powered devices to ensure that settings save properly.

OS Specific Fixes:

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  1. Forget password now gracefully handles users that have an email address to multiple accounts.
  2. Fixed a bug that would cause the login page to lag after switching to a linked account and logging out.
  3. Added a ‘Cancel’ button to the Disarm screen on the ‘Security’ page.
  4. The temperature indicator on the Security page is now only clickable if you click directly on it.
  5. Increased the size of the multi-select ellipses for video events and filters.
  6. Added a ‘Maximize’ button to the portrait view of live video.
  7. Updated the camera SDK so it updates the battery percentage after the camera is completely drained.
  8. Door locks can be properly controlled on the live view home control page without receiving an ‘Oops’ error.
  9. Garage door commands are now working properly in live view home control. This section was not in sync with the actual status of the garage door before.

Android

  1. Restricted user type ‘User’ from being able to access video settings.
  2. Added an icon to the ‘Disarm’ button.
  3. Updated the video settings for the GeoVDVC-B battery doorbell camera to include the option to change the doorbell tone.
  4. Fixed a bug that was causing GeoAlarm doorbells/camera to not playback audio from the device.

New Automations Functionality

  1. Each camera is allowed one motion detection automation. If you want to edit the condition, you just click on the created automation and it will drill into it. There is a delete button once you drill into it if you prefer to start over instead of editing the automation.
  2. Doorbells are allowed one motion detection and one doorbell press automation each. The functionality for doorbell press is the same as motion detection mentioned above.
  3. The new schedule functionality is listed as “Days of the week at set time” in automation. This automation is pretty straightforward, you set a time and days of the week. After those are set, you pick your action and save when you are complete. You can set up multiple automations for this rule.

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Buy GeoAlarm Now on Amazon Marketplace!

The GeoAlarm Self-Installed Wireless Security System is now available on Amazon’s Marketplace.

The all-new GeoAlarm® Security System has launched on the Amazon Marketplace.

You can now order the GeoAlarm wireless touchscreen security system directly on Amazon. With a GeoAlarm security system users get the latest in professional-grade encrypted home security, automation and video surveillance technology!

Manufactured with competitive advantages over ADT®, Ring®, SimpliSafe®, and other industry leaders, the GeoAlarm® was developed to outperform the competition. Leveraging high technology, the all-in-one touchscreen controller features a smart device chipset, Android OS 7.1 operating system and supports 5 wireless radios – AT&T® or Verizon® LTE Cellular, Dual Band WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Sub-1 GHz RF Security encryption, Z-Wave Plus® with S2 encryption and Bluetooth® LE 4.2 wireless secure connectivity.

Keep your property and loved ones safe with our state-of-the-art GeoAlarm security system, and start enjoying features such as:

  • Self Installation: Easy do-it-yourself security system setup in less than 30 minutes.
  • Wireless Encrypted Technology: Say goodbye to complicated installations and messy wires. (Cellular LTE, Bluetooth, GeoSeries™, WiFi and Z-Wave Plus)
  • Remote App Monitoring: Keep an eye on your property from anywhere, and at anytime (Android and Apple).
  • Instant Alerts: Receive real-time information on your smartphone for peace of mind (email and push notifications).
  • Customizable Expansion: Tailor make your system to fit your unique security needs (up to 100 zones).
  • Smart Z-Wave Automation: Light, lock and thermostat control (up to 232 zones).

GeoArm’s YouTube Page has eclipsed 1,000 Filmed Videos

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!

Resideo is Discontinuing the LYNX L3000 and L7000 control panels

The Resideo LYNX Plus L3000 and LYNX Touch L7000 panels are being discontinued.

At GeoArm, we have just received notice from Resideo Pro (formerly “Honeywell Home”) that the older LYNX Plus L3000 and LYNX Touch L7000 wireless control panels are being discontinued from new sales as of April 18, 2022 (or while supplies last).

More recently, Resideo has released the all-new ProSeries platform, with two self-contained offerings, the PROA7 and PROA7PLUS, along with the SiX sensor portfolio and LTE communicators. This ProSeries platform will act as the replacement moving forward.

Customers who still have a L3000 or L7000 panel have the full protection of the Resideo warranty.

Alarm.com Pro Series Cameras are now released!

We are excited to announce the brand new Alarm.com Pro Series bullet/turret and dome cameras are available on GeoArm. Help customers monitor their businesses any time, from anywhere with Alarm.com’s best-in-class PoE cameras.

The ProSeries security cameras are designed for indoor/outdoor use and a wide range of commercial applications via the Alarm.com video monitoring app.

Product Features:

  • Supports Business Activity Analytics
  • Onboard & SVR Recording with 24/7 footage playback and encrypted storage
  • HDR video for enhanced image clarity and detail (4MP and 1080p options)
  • Motorized varifocal lens options for greater install flexibility
  • Compliant with Section 889 of the NDAA

The Alarm.com Pro Series business security cameras come in 4 new models:

  1. Varifocal 4MP Bullet (ADC-VC728PF)
  2. Varifocal 4MP Turret (ADC-VC838PF)
  3. Fixed 2MP Dome (ADC-VC827P)
  4. Varifocal 2MP Dome (ADC-VC847PF)

Resideo acquires First Alert for $593M

Resideo buys First Alert segment from Newell Brands for $593 million in cash.

Resideo (REZI) has announced that they intend to acquire First Alert, Inc., a leading provider of home safety products from Newell Brands for $593 million in cash.

The deal is a natural extension to Resideo’s home comfort and security business and extends the number of residential sensors they have in the home. For those unfamiliar with the security industry, for many decades Resideo and its affiliates have previously sold First Alert equipment across it’s residential new construction and other professional segments.

“We’re excited about First Alert becoming part of our overall product portfolio and the growth opportunities we’ll have in the future. Their strategy and vision as a company align with our vision to help make homes safer and more secure,” said Scott Harkins, Vice President, Sales and Channel Americas.

As far as timelines for this transaction to occur, they have intentions of integrating the First Alert brand into the Resideo umbrella later in the first quarter of 2022. However, as with all acquisition’s including this one, it is still subject to regulatory approval.