Want to make your home smarter? Lutron Electronics is making it easy and affordable with the introduction of the Lutron Smart Bridge and the Lutron app. The Lutron Smart Bridge plugs into your home’s Wi-Fi router and send wireless, radio frequency signals to compatible Lutron devices and Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostats(available summer 2014). The Lutron app gives consumers an easy interface to adjust and check-in on their lights, shades, and room temperature from anywhere with an Internet connection..

PRODUCT: LUTRON SMART BRIDGE

TARGET USERS: Do-it-yourselfers who want to set up a smart home network

PRIMARY FEATURES:
-Uses Lutron’s proprietary ClearConnect wireless technology
-Can be installed and set up in less than 30 minutes
-Allows users to schedule lights and shades to adjust automatically by time of day
-Adjust house temperature while away or when coming back; adjust the system mode (heating, cooling, auto, fan on/off) all from within the Lutron app
-Compatible with Caseta Wireless in-wall dimmers; Pico wireless remote control;
Serena battery-powered remote controlled shades; Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostats, and telligent LED bulb by GE (coming late 2014)

PRICING/OPTIONS/AVAILABILITY
-Suggested retail price $150
-Available September 1 on www.serenashades.com
-For homeowners seeking professional installation, the Luton Smart Bridge Pro will be available from local electricians, residential system providers, security professionals and lighting showrooms on June 30.
-The Lutron Caseta Wireless package, featuring a Pico remote control with a dimmer(either wall or lamp) has a suggested retail price of $80 and is available now.
-Lutron app is free; available at The App Store and Google Play on June 30
-For more information: www.casetawireless.com or www.serenashades.com