Myfox
 | |
| Industry | Home automation |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2005 |
| Headquarters |
Labège, France Campbell, California, United States |
Area served |
United States Canada Europe |
Key people |
Jean Prunet (Founder) Jean-Marc Prunet (CEO) Scott Ledterman (COO & SVP, Sales & Marketing) |
| Products |
Myfox Home Alarm Myfox Security Camera |
Number of employees | 60 (2016) |
| Website |
getmyfox |
Myfox is a privately held French company that designs and produces connected, sensor-driven and wireless home security equipment.
Its focus is on home automation products that integrate with category eco-systems (IFTTT,[1] Works with Nest[2]…). Myfox's flagship products are the Myfox Home Alarm and the Myfox Security Camera.[3][4]
The company’s headquarters are located in Labège, France, and Campbell, California (United States). The company’s products are available for sale in several European countries, including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Sweden and Switzerland, as well as the United Kingdom. The company launched in North America (United States & Canada) in June 2015.[5][6][7]
History
Myfox was founded in 2005 by entrepreneur Jean Prunet, with the creation of the IntelliTAG smart sensor. This technology is based on the concept of “proactive deterrence.” The vibration sensor attaches to doors and windows to alert users in case of an attempted break-in, with the capacity to differentiate between break-in attempts and normal, everyday events. The end results is a DYI security solution that can catch intruders before they can enter the home.
The brand launched the first connected alarm solution on the market in 2009. The same year, Jean-Marc Prunet, Jean Prunet’s son, took the helm of the company as Chief Executive Officer.
The company grew from its roots in Toulouse, France, to become an international company in 2014. Alongside the launch of the third generation of IntelliTAG, it expanded distribution to Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland and Spain.
In 2015, Myfox launched two new products, the Myfox Home Alarm and Security Camera. In June 2015, the company entered the North American market. In September 2015, Myfox announced the Myfox Home Alarm’s compatibility with the Nest Learning Thermostat and Nest Protect: Smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarm. In October 2015, Myfox announced the Myfox Security Channel on IFTTT that connects the Myfox Home Alarm and Myfox Security Camera with recipes that allow for interaction between the products, apps and IoT devices.. In 2016, the company announced the availability of 24/7 professional monitoring.[8] The company reached an agreement with Apple in February 2016, and is now available for sale at Apple stores in France, Germany, Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, Sweden and Switzerland, as well as online in over twenty more countries.
Products
Myfox Home Alarm
Myfox Home Alarm is a DYI security system that works with a Bluetooth key fob to recognize users and automatically disarm the alarm.
The system’s IntelliTAG can detect break-in attempts by analyzing and differentiating vibrations and impacts. Myfox Home Alarm also allows the user to invite people from his/her network (friends, neighbors, family) to keep an eye on his/her home through what it calls a “community”.
The system includes an IntelliTAG, a 110 dB siren, a Bluetooth key fob to disarm the alarm, and a Link to ensure Wi-Fi connection.
Myfox Home Alarm is wireless. It connects to Wi-Fi and can be controlled through the Myfox app. When a break-in attempt is detected, a smartphone notification is sent to the user and/or his community and includes the option to call a designated emergency contact, which can be local authorities. The application also informs users about who is in the home.
Myfox Security Camera
Myfox Security Camera has a motorized shutter to respect protect users' need for privacy. While the user is away, the camera’s integrated infrared detector registers movement and records it. The motorized shutter automatically covers the camera lens for privacy when the user comes home. It can also be closed remotely by a click on the smartphone application.
See also
References
- ↑ "Myfox Works with IFTTT". IFTTT.
- ↑ Geary, Leigh (September 8, 2015). "Home alarm system from Myfox now teams up with your Nest Thermostat to become even more clever".
- ↑ Scharr, Jill (January 5, 2015). "Secure Your Den with Myfox Security System and Camera". Tom's Guide.
- ↑ "Best of CES 2015: The gadgets and gear that wowed us most - Myfox Security System". PCWorld. January 9, 2015.
- ↑ McGrath, Jenny (June 15, 2015). "Shutter it down: This home security camera closes up to protect your privacy". Digital Trends.
- ↑ Brown, Michael (June 25, 2015). "Myfox brings its innovative security camera, home alarm, and French fashion sense to U.S. markets".
- ↑ Hopping, Luke (June 25, 2015). "Myfox Security Camera Protects Your Home And Privacy".
- ↑ Wollerton, Meghan (January 6, 2015). "At CES, Myfox makes month-to-month security monitoring a reality". CNET.