Arlo Technologies, Inc. and Samsung have announced that they are extending their partnership. The main focus of this new phase is to bring more smart security features to the SmartThings platform. This move is set to make it easier for users to control their Arlo security devices from the SmartThings app, which is part of Samsung’s connected home products.
With this expanded partnership, SmartThings users will have access to some of Arlo’s newest tools. These include support for two-way audio, motion notifications, and video streaming. This means that people who use the SmartThings app can do things like see live video from Arlo cameras, talk through the cameras, and get alerts when motion is detected. This is all done without having to switch between different apps. The companies say that this should make home monitoring more simple and direct.
Arlo and Samsung have worked together before, but this new agreement takes things further. The updated SmartThings integration will work with a wider range of Arlo products, including newer security cameras and video doorbells. The companies say that this deeper connection will help both new and existing customers manage their security systems in one place. It will also let users build routines that connect Arlo devices with other smart home products, like smart lights and locks, all through the SmartThings app.
The announcement says that the new features will start to roll out in the first half of 2026. Arlo and Samsung both point out that their goal is to give users more control and convenience. As more people look for ways to keep an eye on their homes, this partnership is meant to give them more options that work together without a lot of extra steps. The companies plan to keep working on updates that bring more of Arlo’s features into the SmartThings platform over time.
This partnership does not require Arlo users to buy new equipment if they already have compatible devices. The updates will come through software updates to the SmartThings app. Both companies suggest that this will help current users get new features without extra cost or set-up time. People who want to use the new tools just need to make sure their SmartThings app is up to date and their Arlo devices are connected.
By working together, Arlo and Samsung aim to make it easier for people to use smart security devices. The main idea is to help users manage their home security in a more simple way, using tools they may already have. This update is expected to make the SmartThings platform more useful for people who want to control different smart devices from one app.
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