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Connected Garage Door Openers

The 'Nold Open' is Compatible with Virtually Any Garage or Gate

— October 14, 2016 — Tech
The 'Nold Open' aims to make garage door openers more streamlined, efficient and connected without forcing users to replace their existing equipment. The 'Nold Open' works by being installed into the existing framework that's in place for automatic garage door openers. From here, the device instantly adds Bluetooth connectivity that enables a user to open and close the door at their leisure straight from their smartphone.

The 'Nold Open' can be utilized by an unlimited number of smartphones, which means that users can send an email to a family member or friend to grant them access. This is complimented by a cloud-based website that handles all the details behind the scenes.

The 'Nold Open' is currently being funded as part of an Indiegogo campaign where users can preorder the device starting at $65.
Trend Themes
1. Connected Garage Door Openers - The 'Nold Open' makes garage door openers more connected and efficient without the need for replacement.
2. Bluetooth Connectivity - The 'Nold Open' adds Bluetooth connectivity to existing garage door openers, allowing users to control them from their smartphones.
3. Cloud-based Access Control - The 'Nold Open' utilizes a cloud-based website to handle access permissions and grant users remote control of their garage doors.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Home Technology - The 'Nold Open' is part of the growing trend of connected devices in the smart home technology industry.
2. Home Security - Connected garage door openers like the 'Nold Open' offer enhanced security features, appealing to the home security industry.
3. Iot (internet of Things) - The integration of the 'Nold Open' with smartphones and cloud-based platforms aligns with the IoT industry's focus on connectivity and convenience.
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