Last Updated on May 28, 2012 by New-Startups Team
Controlling everything from a smart phone is not just a trend, but a way of life. Homeowners can now control their climate with The Smart Si Thermostat by Ecobee. The techie-lovers of the world can rejoice with a new thermostat that looks like any normal temperature gauge but is powered for use with today’s favorite devices.
The Smart Si mounts to your wall and is accompanied with an LCD screen and built with Linux which is powered by a 400 MHz ARM9 processor and 256MB of RAM. The device’s software is updated via WiFi and homes can be heated or cooled with a smartphone app no matter where you are.
The Smart Si is also built with live weather functions coupled with advanced algorithms so you can be sure that the thermostat is working to save you money and the world energy. A recent study by Ecobee found that by using their technology customers can save an average of 26% on their annual energy costs!