Arlo and Samsung Extend Partnership to Integrate New Smart Security Capabilities Into Smartthings Platform

Arlo Smart Security SaaS Platform to Power New Samsung SmartThings Service Offering for Added Peace of Mind and Protection

Arlo Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of smart home security services, announced it has entered into an agreement with Samsung SmartThings to bring new capabilities from Arlo’s Smart Security Platform to SmartThings users. Together, the two technology leaders will collaborate to address the growing consumer demand for smart security services to protect their home and loved ones through the Samsung SmartThings ecosystem. With an initial focus on the U.S. market, the expanded partnership will look to enable Samsung SmartThings users with the ability to access security services through the SmartThings app.

Today’s announcement builds on last year’s momentum which added Arlo’s AI-powered object detection to the SmartThings platform, including package, people and even pet identification, offering users the ability to know more through customized notifications from Arlo cameras. Using advanced computer vision AI and recognition engines, Arlo Intelligence enables users to better understand what’s happening in and around their home to make more informed decisions.

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Leveraging Arlo’s advanced smart security platform, the two companies will work to bring additional enhancements into the SmartThings experience to give users the ability to control more and react faster to security events for added peace of mind.

“Rooted in a shared commitment to serve our customers through innovative advancements in technology and a seamless user experience, we are proud of the successful partnership between Samsung and Arlo that has already brought advancements like AI-powered object detection to life through the SmartThings experience,” said Matthew McRae, CEO of Arlo Technologies. “We are excited to continue that collaboration with an even deeper integration that will power the next level of smart home security for SmartThings users.”

“Our partnership with Arlo reflects SmartThings’ ongoing focus on working with leading innovators to evolve the connected home experience,” said Mark Benson, Head of SmartThings. “Together, we’re laying the groundwork for new smart security services that will further enhance how users protect and manage their homes through SmartThings.”