Eve, 01/08/2018
The Most Popular Indoor Sensor for HomeKit Gets Even Better
Second Generation of Eve Room Adds E-Ink Display And Built-in Battery
San Francisco, CA – January 8, 2018 – Elgato today announced the second generation of Eve Room, an indoor sensor with HomeKit technology that tracks air quality, temperature and humidity. Eve Room adds an E-Ink display, a built-in battery that can be charged from any USB power source, and an elegant aluminum housing with chamfered edges. Eve Room retains all the features of its predecessor. And like all Eve products, the sensor works right out of the box, eliminating the need to spend extra on a bridge device or starter pack. Eve Room will be available in March 2018 for USD $99.95.
“The new Eve Room is another example of Elgato taking HomeKit accessories to the next level,” said Markus Fest, CEO of Elgato. “The combination of advanced sensor technology and fully wireless operation with an E-Ink display and a stunning, sleek enclosure truly is a leap forward in connected home sensors.”
Meet Eve Room
Masterfully crafted from anodized aluminum, Eve Room senses indoor air quality by measuring volatile organic compounds (VOC), temperature, and humidity. Its large E-Ink display sports a wide viewing angle so indoor conditions are visible at a glance from anywhere in the room. The free Eve app visualizes current and past climate data right on your iPhone or iPad. Taking advantage of Apple's revolutionary HomeKit technology, Eve Room offers unparalleled ease of use, advanced security, and tight integration with Siri. Eve Room is powered by a built-in battery that can be charged from any USB power source. Thanks to cutting-edge Bluetooth Low Energy technology, Eve Room boasts truly wireless, energy-efficient operation.
Highlights:
- At a glance: see air quality, temperature or humidity directly on the display
- Elegantly crafted: anodized aluminum body
- HomeKit-enabled: unparalleled ease of use and advanced security
- Truly wireless: powered by a built-in battery
- Easy setup: direct connection, no bridge or gateway required
Technical Specifcations
- Wireless connection: Bluetooth Low Energy
- Power: built-in battery, Micro USB port for charging
- Dimensions: 54 x 54 x 15 mm / 2.1 x 2.1 x 0.6 in
System Requirements
- iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 11.2 or later
- Apple TV with tvOS 11 or iPad set up as a home hub
Price and availability
Eve Thermo is priced at USD 99.95 and will be available in March at Elgato (www.elgato.com), Amazon and Apple. The Eve app is available for free in the App Store.
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