Integrating window shades with SmartThings (Axis Gear)

[JDRoberts]

It’s a topic that comes up often in the community so I’m sure you’ll get a lot of good responses.

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BLINDS // Who is winning the race?

So ive seen lots of threads scattered everywhere across the community, discussing the IDEA or prototyping of window coverings automation/integration . . . BUT . . . Who is really leading the race or even part of it ??? Notable brands ive noticed are: COMFEE SOMFY IBLINDS Comfee: Seems the most developed but realllllly slacking on the timescale aspect and seems to not be very vocal about there progress or plans . . . Somfy: Limited resources on progress of a dedicated product even though mentioned to be on there roadmap… a few home hacks have been made before the release of the supposed official one, but if it follows there other product list pricing, it will be very costly . . . iBlinds: New on the block and has very unrealistic timescaling on coming to market but is effectively …

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Let's talk about shades

Quick summary: I am a professional designer of motors for shades I would like to develop a motorized shade drive to integrate perfectly with ST If approved, I will have manufacturer backing at the company I work for Current thinking is to start with motorized roller shades, other types to follow System will be professional-grade quality, think Lutron and Somfy Can lift shades up to 100 sq. ft. in size Battery integrated (hidden), rechargeable via USB or solar Projected battery life per charge approx. 1 year Modular control architecture, support both Z-wave and ZigBee, and others if needed Need ideas as to how to make it suitable for DIY Target pricing: $<100 per set (excluding shade) Any input or comments greatly appreciated! OK, this is my first post. In fact I only found this communi…