STM32 Microcontroller from STMicroelectronics Powers Intuitive August Smart Lock System
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
Geneva, October 30, 2014 - STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global
semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics
applications and a leading contributor of components for the Internet of Things
(IoT), has announced that its STM32 microcontroller is powering the August Smart
Lock home-access control system.
The high performance and power efficiency of the embedded STM32 microcontroller
gives August Smart Lock users access to their home's door lock from a smartphone
or computer - no keys needed. In addition to providing the 32-bit performance
and processing capacity required for secure signal processing, the STM32
microcontroller delivers real-time responsiveness and exceptional power
efficiency.
"The August Smart Lock powered by the STM32, is an innovative device that
revolutionizes a familiar home function," said Tony Keirouz, Vice President
Marketing and Applications, Americas Region, STMicroelectronics. "ST's broad
STM32 portfolio, along with its industry-leading sensors, provides a perfect
platform for designing novel devices like the August Smart Lock, which are
empowering the future of the digital home and the Internet of Things."
"Over the past two years, we have worked to make the August Smart Lock the most
intelligent and secure way for consumers to manage access to their homes. Our
lock installs in less than ten minutes and allows users to send a virtual key to
anyone they choose via the iOS and Android mobile app," said Jason Johnson, co-
founder and CEO of August. "The STM32 microcontroller is flawless in its ability
to deliver the most secure signal processing and responsiveness, ensuring
August's functionality and reliability."
The August Smart Lock is now available for purchase nationwide in Apple stores
and online at store.apple.com and august.com for $249.99.
About STMicroelectronics
ST is a global leader in the semiconductor market serving customers across the
spectrum of sense and power and automotive products and embedded processing
solutions. From energy management and savings to trust and data security, from
healthcare and wellness to smart consumer devices, in the home, car and office,
at work and at play, ST is found everywhere microelectronics make a positive and
innovative contribution to people's life. By getting more from technology to get
more from life, ST stands for life.augmented.
In 2013, the Company's net revenues were $8.08 billion. Further information on
ST can be found at www.st.com.
About August
August builds products that make life simpler, allowing physical environments to
seamlessly respond to user behavior. August's flagship product, the August Smart
Lock, is a new lock and access system that allows you to send a virtual key to
anyone you choose to have access to your home. Founded by renowned designer Yves
Béhar and technology entrepreneur Jason Johnson, August has raised more than $10
million in venture funding and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
The company has opened its cloud platform to trusted developer partners, vetted
by August, so they can connect existing things to the platform and help grow the
Internet of Things connected world. For more information about August, please
visit: www.august.com.
For Press Information Contact:
STMicroelectronics
Michael Markowitz
Director Technical Media Relations
+1 781 591 0354
michael.markowitz(at)st.com
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