# Connected Garage Control Units The Meross Collie Smart Garage Door Opener Controller is Simple By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-12-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-garage-door-opener-controller References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/smart-garge-door-opener-14-12-2020/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+geeky-gadgets+%28Geeky+Gadgets%29) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/meross-collie-smart-garage-door-opener-controller?utm_source=kickbooster-direct&utm_medium=kickbooster&utm_content=link&utm_campaign=02cdc387) The [Meross Collie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross) [smart](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-automatic-pet-door) garage door opener controller is an intelligently connected solution for the home that will provide inhabitants with a way to take more control over a sometimes overlooked point of entry for houses. The unit works by being connected with a wider range of existing garage door openers and will go to work immediately providing connected access. This will allow users to control the functionality from their smartphone, utilize a voice assistant and more. The Meross Collie smart garage door opener controller is focused on an omni-compatible functionality that will work with a wide range of makes and models of hardware. This will make it well-suited to homes of any age, while also accommodating your choice of tech ecosystem thanks to Apple [HomeKit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arpobot-smart-shade) compatibility and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Connected Garage Door Openers:** There is a growing demand for intelligent, connected garage door openers that can be controlled remotely via a smartphone or voice assistant. - **Omni-compatibility:** Omni-compatible garage door opener controllers that work with a wide range of makes and models will become increasingly popular. - **Smart Home Connectivity:** Smart garage door opener controllers that are compatible with popular smart home ecosystems like Apple HomeKit will be in high demand. ### Where This Applies - **Home Improvement:** Home improvement companies can capitalize on the trend of connected garage door opener controllers by offering installation services and compatibility with existing smart home ecosystems. - **Iot:** The IoT industry has an opportunity to create innovative new features for garage door opener controllers, such as integration with security cameras and sensors. - **Voice Assistants:** As more consumers embrace voice assistants, companies that create connected garage door opener controllers with voice control capabilities will have a significant advantage in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Garage-Monitoring Security Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-cam-v3-garage-door-controller.md) - [AI-Powered Garage Security Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-security-solo-garagecam-c22.md) - [Smart Miniature Plugged Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross.md) - [Intelligent Three-In-One Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threeinone-smart-lock.md) - [Automated Gate Operator Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gate-operators.md) - [Intelligent Processor Smoke Alarms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross-ma151-smart-smoke-alarm.md) - [Smart Blind Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-connect-smart.md) - [Omni-Compatible Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross-matter-smart-thermostat.md) - [Smart Home Controller Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-remote-controller.md)