# Omni-Compatible Smart Home Thermostats The Latest EcoBee SmartThermostat Has a Quad-Core Processor By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-06-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecobee-smartthermostat References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/ecobee-smartthermostat/) & [amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NQT85FC/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) The latest EcoBee SmartThermostat has been unveiled by the brand as a refined device for the home that aims to streamline the user experience using the latest technology. Integrated with a quad-core processor, the thermostat is capable of being integrated into any existing smart home setup thanks to support for Google Assistant, Apple [HomeKit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/th1123wf), [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lennox-l40-smart-thermostat) [SmartThings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st55) and even IFTTT protocols. The device also features far-field microphones that will enable users to take advantage of built-in Amazon Alexa functionality for performing common daily tasks like checking the weather. The fifth-generation EcoBee SmartThermostat is priced at $249 and is characterized by its sleekly refined exterior that has touch display that's covered in glass. The thermostat also comes with a Smart Sensor that can be placed in any room of the home to perform more accurate temperature readings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Omni-compatible Smart Home Thermostats:** This can be a disruptive trend with enormous potential for IoT-based home automation systems. - **Quad-core Processor in Smart Home Devices:** The integration of Quad-Core Processor offers companies immense scope for developing more advanced and efficient home automation systems. - **Voice-assisted Home Automation Systems:** The inclusion of far-field microphones for Amazon Alexa functionality highlights the disruptive innovation opportunity for incorporating voice-activated smart tech in home automation systems. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smart Home Automation:** The smart home industry could benefit from these latest advancements in thermostat technology, especially the development of devices that are compatible with existing home automation protocols. - **Iot Home Systems:** IoT-based home automation systems could also incorporate the latest advancements in thermostat technology to offer homeowners the benefits of smarter home automation. - **AI Assistants:** Manufacturers of AI assistants like Amazon Alexa could benefit from further integration with home automation devices for more sophisticated and seamless voice-enabled home automation experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artistic Glass-Like Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-nest-learning-thermostat.md) - [Certified Eco-Friendly Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st55.md) - [Proactive Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proactive-smart-thermostat.md) - [Smart Home-Connected Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/th1123wf.md) - [AI-Powered Home Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beca-bht-18gblw.md) - [Cubic Industrial Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/netatmo-thermostat-original.md) - [Omni-Compatible Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross-matter-smart-thermostat.md) - [Smart Home Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radiator-thermostat-e1.md) - [Geo-Fencing Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lennox-l40-smart-thermostat.md)