Category Archives: PRESS RELEASES

Press Release: Qolsys Approved For Northstar Affiliate Funding Program

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7” HD Touchscreen IQ Panel With LTE, Bluetooth and Built-In Camera Now Available to Security and Smarthome Providers

Northstar, a leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today that Qolsys Products have been approved for dealers participating in it’s  Affiliate funding  program.  The Qolsys product line, including the IQ Panel 2, IQ Panel 2 Plus, IQ Remote and encrypted PowerG and S-Line intrusion sensors will help NorthStar Affiliates  attract new customers by offering  appealing security, life safety, and smarthome solutions.

“This is direct reaction to partner  demand,” says Northstar VP of Business Development , Nick Perry . “Qolsys is a  leader in innovation and technology in our space, and their latest product line and feature set made this a very easy decision. In addition to receiving discounted pricing through distribution, NorthStar Affiliates will receive a premium panel bonus when installing Qolsys products, making it economically appealing to adopt the high-end panel,” Perry added.

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Press Release: Qolsys Receives AT&T VoLTE Certification

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Award Winning IQ Panel 2 Plus Now Supports 2-Way voice with AT&T Voice over LTE

September 25, 2018 – SAN JOSE, CA. –Qolsys, the leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today the IQ Panel 2 Plus received certification for operation on AT&T’s nationwide cellular network with Voice over LTE (VoLTE) including support for 2-way voice.

“Two-way voice over VoLTE will be an industry standard.,” says Qolsys SVP of Sales and Marketing Mike Hackett.  “By offering the IQ Panel on AT&T’s network Qolsys dealers are provided an LTE option with improved coverage, reliability and performance.”

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Press Release: Qolsys Releases IQ Panel 2 Plus with Dual SRF Featuring PowerG and 345 MHz

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New IQ Panel with Onboard Legacy Radio Bridges Install Base with Future Sensor Technology

SEPTEMBER 19, 2018 – SAN JOSE, CA. –Qolsys, the leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today a new model of the IQ Panel 2 Plus will be available on Monday, October 1.  This IQ Panel 2 Plus supports Dual SRF featuring PowerG’s industry leading range, remote programming and encryption with a radio compatible with legacy 345 MHz sensors (Honeywell/2Gig).

“With the impending 3G sunset and demand for encrypted sensor technology, security dealers need a solution to upgrade their legacy install base,” says Mike Hackett, Qolsys SVP Sales and Marketing.  “The IQ Panel 2 Plus with a 345 MHz sensor radio and PowerG bridges the gap between what the security industry has been installing for decades and what is now the new standard for security and smart home solutions, including PowerG 2-way encrypted sensor technology, LTE and rich feature sets that delight the customer and increase usage.”

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Press Release: Qolsys Releases IQ Panel 2 Plus With Dual SRF Featuring PowerG and S-Line Encrypted 319.5

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New IQ Panel Ships with 2.2 Software Including “Install Wizard”, “Live View”, and “Live Answer” Streaming Skybell Video Doorbell to the Panel’s HD screen  

AUGUST 21, 2018 – SAN JOSE, CA. –Qolsys, the leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today the new IQ Panel 2 Plus will be available Wednesday, August 29. IQ Panel 2 Plus supports Dual SRF featuring PowerG’s industry leading range, remote programming and encryption with a radio compatible with Qolsys S-Line encrypted sensors and other legacy sensors that utilize the 319.5 MHz protocol.

“PowerG takes range off the table while bringing a powerful commercial technology to the residential market including two-way communication, remote access, and banking level frequency hopping encryption,” says Mike Hackett, SVP Sales and Marketing.  “Dual SRF allows dealers to deploy PowerG while still providing support for the legacy devices currently installed inside the home, eliminating replacement costs associated with wireless translators and life safety devices.  Dual SRF delivers the most comprehensive sensor portfolio bridging the past with the future of security.”

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Press Release: QOLSYS Earns UL Certification For New IQ Panels With PowerG

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All-in-One Panels To Support Proprietary Sensor Technology with Industry Leading Range and Encryption

JUNE 5, 2018 – SAN JOSE, CA. –Qolsys, Inc., a leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today that IQ Panels with PowerG have been certified by Underwriter Laboratories and have earned the UL Listed Mark, meeting UL’s nationally recognized standards for safety, while incorporating PowerG industry leading range and encryption.

New IQ Panels with Power G will be available this summer.  The award winning IQ Panel 2 and a full line of security and home automation devices are available today. Visit www.qolsys.com to learn more.

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Press Release: Qolsys Announces Support for Johnson Control’s PowerG Sensor Line

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Updated IQ Panel 2 first to support legacy installed base of 319 MHz, 345 MHz, and 433 MHz sensors alongside next generation PowerG long range two-way encrypted sensor portfolio.

Qolsys, the leading security and Smarthome technology provider announced today support for the line of PowerG sensors to its flagship product, the IQ Panel 2.  The All-In-One 7” Touchscreen already includes best in class hardware and software integration with a built in 5MP camera, LTE, Wi-Fi AC, Bluetooth Touchless Disarming, Live View, and more.  The updated IQ Panel 2 will also support multiple legacy technologies including 345 MHz, typically used by Honeywell™ and 2Gig™, and 433 MHz used in DSC™ wireless systems, in addition to the Qolsys S-Line encrypted 319.5 MHz line. 

“We’re taking range off the table” said Qolsys SVP Sales and Marketing Mike Hackett, “Never needing a repeater, never going back to fix a non-reporting sensor, is powerful.  Now add proprietary takeover proof military grade 2-way encryption and it changes the way dealers approach every install and measure their business.”

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Press Release: Qolsys IQ Panel 2 Approved For Vector Security® Authorized Dealer Program

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7” HD Touchscreen With LTE, Bluetooth and Built-In Camera Now Available to 70+ Security and Smarthome Providers

Qolsys, the leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today that Vector Security® approved the IQ Panel 2 and the Qolsys’ product line, including the IQ Remote and encrypted S-Line intrusion sensors for their Authorized Dealer Program. Vector Security, a leader in the security industry and currently ranked as the fifth largest security system providers in the United States, provides intelligent security and home automation solutions to more than 300,000 homes and businesses in North America, with multiple awards won for its outstanding service and industry leadership.

“We are proud to be approved by one of the industry’s most respected dealer programs,” says Mike Hackett, Qolsys SVP of Sales and Marketing. “We will be partnering with Vector Security authorized dealers to deliver the best-in-class security and connected home solution for Residential, Builder and Small Business customers.”

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Press Release: Live View on IQ Panel 2 Launched with Qolsys Software Update

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Beta for Streaming Video Cameras Now Available to Authorized Dealers

MARCH 13, 2018 – SAN JOSE, CA. – Qolsys, the leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today the release of Live View, the streaming of Alarm.com video cameras to the panel’s 7” HD touchscreen. Live View was enabled in the 2.1 Software Update, released February 2018.

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Press Release: Qolsys Releases Secondary Touchscreen Tablet for IQ Panel 2

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The IQ Remote provides a way to arm and disarm the IQ Panel 2 and control Z-Wave devices including lights, locks, thermostats and garage openers from other home locations.

SAN JOSE — Qolsys, a provider of security and smart home technology, announces the availability of the IQ Remote. The IQ Remote is a 7” secondary touchscreen tablet with a built-in camera that supports full security, life safety and Z-Wave control.

Qolsys says the IQ Remote provides additional secondary full-feature access to the IQ Panel 2 security and smart home system.

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Press Release: QOLSYS IQ REMOTE NOW AVAILABLE

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IQ REMOTE NOW AVAILABLE

7” Secondary Touchscreen Tablet Pairs With Award Winning IQ Panel 2

FEBRUARY 27, 2018 – SAN JOSE, CA. – Qolsys, a leading provider of security and smarthome technology, announced today that the IQ REMOTE is now available.  The IQ REMOTE is a 7” secondary touchscreen tablet with a built-in camera that supports full security, life safety and Z-Wave control.  Complimenting the award-winning IQ Panel 2, the IQ REMOTE provides additional secondary full-feature access to the security and smart home system.

“The IQ Remote delivers a modern industrial design and user experience,” says Mike Hackett, Qolsys SVP of Sales and Marketing. “By pairing the IQ Remote with the IQ Panel 2, Qolsys dealers can support larger homes and multiple entry points while providing a consistent experience.  We are excited to release the IQ Remote with our recent 2.1 software update supporting additional features only available on the IQ Panel 2.”

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