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06-28-26 -
Happy 4th!
All eisy products are now fully in stock and ready to ship. We know the delay was frustrating, and we genuinely appreciate your patience. To thank you for sticking with us, we're kicking off the 4th of July with a 12% discount! Read in full Happy...
04-29-26 -
Introducing eisy | lite!
The global DDR5 shortage has pushed eisy r2 to $599. We didn't want that to be the only option. eisy | lite runs the same IoX platform, the same plugins, the same eisy-ui, with the same rich hardware interface, on 4 GB RAM and 64 GB eMMC...
02-19-26 -
Pricing Update Effective March 12, 2026
We are writing to inform you of an upcoming adjustment to the pricing of our eisy product line. Read in full Pricing Update Effective March 12, 2026.
01-19-26 -
eisy meets AI!
The future of eisy is here, and it changes everything. Meet eisyAI. Command and control devices, create and analyze complex programs, and even get help diagnosing issues, all in plain English. Read in full eisy meets AI!.
01-10-26 -
Polisy: Entering a Maintenance Phase
Polisy is entering a new phase of its lifecycle. We will continue to provide bug fixes and maintenance updates for the current operating system (14.3); however, future major OS upgrades and new platform-level features will be focused on newer har...
12-21-25 -
Good news: eisy r2 is back in stock!
Thank you again for your patience and support. Due to overwhelming demand, our initial eisy r2 inventory sold out much faster than expected, but we’re happy to share that new stock has arrived and orders are now shipping. Read in full Good news...
11-27-25 -
Black Friday Sale!
Black Friday Savings Are Here! Upgrade to eisy r2 and get 13% off, plus 1 FREE year of ISY Portal! Try our web-based eisy UI (no Java), HomeKit integration, expanded Matter support, and new plugins. Read in full Black Friday Sale!.
11-07-25 -
Introducing eisy | home r2!
eisy | home r2 is the latest hardware version of our awesome eisy | home, with more storage, less power, and smarter connectivity packed into the same compact design. Preorder now and get 13% discount! Read in full Introducing e...
09-29-25 -
Upgrade Your eisy/Polisy to OS14.3/IoX 6!
This update makes the OS smoother and more responsive, introduces eisy-ui, and now comes with HomeKit support pre-installed by default. Read in full Upgrade Your eisy/Polisy to OS14.3/IoX 6!.
09-19-25 -
A New Era Begins: eisy-ui Is Here!
With OS 14.3 and IoX 6.0.0, we’re taking the first step toward a modern web-based interface. eisy-ui now starts by default. It’s not yet a full replacement for the Java Admin Console, but it already has the essentials, and your feedback will ...
08-28-25 -
Labor Day Mega Sale: Save Big on Z-Wave/Zigbee & Insteon!
Thinking about Z-Wave or Zigbee? Now’s the time! Use the code LaborDay to get 26% off ZMatter USB and enjoy 10% off Insteon switches at insteon.com! Read in full Labor Day Mega Sale: Save Big on Z-Wave/Zigbee & Insteon!.
06-25-25 -
Say Hello to NuCoreAI: A New Chapter for UD
Weâ€™re excited to announce the launch of NuCoreAI, a nonprofit foundation with a mission: to facilitate innovation in open and interoperable energy platforms. To get things started, we are donating the entire OPEn platform assets to the fou...
05-21-25 -
2025 California Demand Flexibility Summit
Join us May 22nd for the 2025 California Demand Flexibility Summit. You'll enjoy our cool display showcasing OpenADR3 optimizing pretty much anything you can imagine! Read in full 2025 California Demand Flexibility Summit.
04-22-25 -
Courtesy Reminder: Price Adjustment for eisy Coming Soon!
We wanted to give you a heads-up that due to increased tariffs, the price of eisy will be going up starting May 3rd, 2025. If youâ€™ve been thinking about migrating to eisy, nowâ€™s a great time to do so before the new pricing takes eff...
04-10-25 -
AT&T Shuts Down Text Service Stay Connected with eisy!
AT&T will officially discontinue email-to-text alerts starting June 17, 2025, which means you'll no longer receive important notifications from your 994 via SMS. To stay informed and connected, upgrade to eisy, get real-time push notific...
04-10-25 -
eisys Jan. 2025 Liftoff: Matter, HomeKit, Graphs, and OS 14.1! Copy
eisy is gearing up for yet another liftoff! In January 2025, youâ€™ll link Matter switches/plugins, integrate HomeKit, view graphs in UD Mobile, and enjoy the performance boost in OS 14.1. Read in full eisy’s Jan. 2025 Liftoff: Mat...
03-24-25 -
We Did It Again: First OpenADR 3.0 Certified VEN!
Yes, we did it again! We're proud to announce that eisy is the first to achieve OpenADR 3.0 Certified VEN status! And we didn't stop there - we've made our certified VEN open source so you can all experience its elegance for yourselves! Read in f...
03-24-25 -
OpenADR Alliance Webinar on OPEn Copy
Join me for the upcoming OpenADR Alliance Webinar where I'll be presenting OPEn and how AI and OpenADR 3.0 eliminate the need for yet another new standard for demand flexibility. Read in full OpenADR Alliance Webinar on OPEn Copy.
02-12-25 -
OpenADR Alliance Webinar on OPEn
A couple of weeks ago, I teased you with my idea of OPEn (Open Platform for Energy). Now, itâ€™s time to rock a few boats, and bring some pies down from the sky. In Section 2, I share a real-life example of how we can achieve demand flexibil...
01-31-25 -
Pet Shield Keep Your Pets Safe from Predators!
Coyotes, hawks, and other backyard predators donâ€™t play by the rulesâ€”but your smart home can. Discover how AI-powered security can stop threats before they strike, and give you peace of mind knowing your pets are safe. Read in full ...
01-31-25 -
Are You Ready?
eisy is gearing up for yet another liftoff! In January 2025, youâ€™ll link Matter switches/plugins, integrate HomeKit, view graphs in UD Mobile, and enjoy the performance boost in OS 14.1. Read in full eisy’s Jan. 2025 Liftoff: Mat...
01-17-25 -
IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies
Attention IEEE PES Enthusiasts and Other Human Entities! You're cordially invited to attend my OPEn presentation next Monday at IEEE PES, where your presence will significantly contribute to my already skyrocketing anxiety levels! Read in full I...
01-02-25 -
SPAN: Take Control of Your Energy Usage!
Monitor the power consumption of individual breaker circuits. and easily connect or disconnect specific breaker groups as needed. Also, gain access to detailed hourly and daily energy consumption data. Read in full SPAN: Take Control of Your Ener...
01-02-25 -
Tesla EV + Powerwall Plugins Using Official APIs Copy
Tesla EV and PowerWall plugins now utilize official Tesla APIs! Install them on your eisy to electrify your automation! Read in full Tesla EV + Powerwall Plugins Using Official APIs Copy.
12-18-24 -
eisys Jan. 2025 Liftoff: Matter, HomeKit, Graphs, and OS 14.1!
eisy is gearing up for yet another liftoff! In January 2025, youâ€™ll link Matter devices, rock HomeKit, view gadget graphs in UD Mobile, and enjoy the performance boost in OS 14.1. Read in full eisy’s January 2025 Liftoff: Unlock ...
12-18-24 -
4th of July Sale!
Black Friday is coming early this year because we have a few surprises that "Matter" lined up for 2024! Thereâ€™s simply too much excitement to fit into the rest of the year without overwhelming your inbox with newsletters. Read in...
11-24-24 -
OPEn Part I
A couple of weeks ago, I teased you with my idea of OPEn (Open Platform for Energy). Now, itâ€™s time to rock a few boats, and bring some pies down from the sky. In Section 2, I share a real-life example of how we can achieve demand flexibil...
11-24-24 -
OPEn Part I
Please, letâ€™s put a stop to all these new standards (or whatever weâ€™re calling them these daysâ€”guidelines, instructions, consortiums, etc.) aimed at communication between the grid and gadgets to address demand flexibility. Wh...
11-20-24 -
Early Black Friday Sale!
Black Friday is coming early this year because we have a few surprises that "Matter" lined up for 2024! Thereâ€™s simply too much excitement to fit into the rest of the year without overwhelming your inbox with newsletters. Read in...
11-19-24 -
Develop, Debug, and Test IoX Plugins
Developing plugins for eisy is now a breeze! All it takes is a JSON file, that describes your vision for anything, and VS Code on any computer. Keep reading for proof, instructions, discounts, and more ... Read in full Develop, Debug, and Test Io...
11-15-24 -
OpenADR 3.0 In Action!
As one of the contributors to OpenADR 2.0 - and considering our products are the only off-the-shelf OpenADR 2.0a/b VEN you can buy (yes, weâ€™re that exclusive) and the gold standard for OpenADR 2.0 VEN - it only made sense for me to dive ba...
11-10-24 -
Been There, Done That
It was heaven! Or so I thoughtâ€¦ until it turned into the Groundhog Day movie, repeating endlessly as my team and I dabbled in â€“ or developed and integrated â€“ countless variations of grid and gadget communication protocols and ...
11-07-24 -
Tesla EV + Powerwall Plugins Using Official APIs
Tesla has introduced official APIs for integrating Tesla EVs and PowerWalls into home automation, replacing the need for token-based access. The two new plugins for Tesla (EV + Powerwall) now use these official APIs. Read in full Tesla EV + Power...
11-07-24 -
CalFlexHub Symposium 2024 Copy
Orly is on the "Communication, Control and Interoperability in Small Buildings" panel along with Matter Alliance, Silicon Labs, and Renew Home. Read in full CalFlexHub Symposium 2024 Copy.
11-07-24 -
PG&E Extends the Energy Expert Project
This project aims to use Voice Assistants to educate customers on energy usage, bill forecasts, TOU automation, IoT connectivity, configuration, and utility notifications. Read in full UD Awarded Contract by PG&E Copy.
11-07-24 -
SCE and UD Present at 45th PLMA Conference Copy
UD and SCE present how smart speakers can support utilities in keeping residential customers engaged with time-of-use (TOU) rates at the 45th PLMA Conference. Read in full SCE and UD Present at 45th PLMA Conference Copy.
11-07-24 -
UD Awarded Dynamic Rates Contract by SCE Copy
UD Awarded Contract by Southern California Edison (SCE) to Demonstrate Subscription Based Dynamic Rates. Read in full UD Awarded Dynamic Rates Contract by SCE Copy.
11-07-24 -
UD Awarded Contract by SCE Copy
UD Awarded Contract by Southern California Edison (SCE) to Demonstrate Device Optimization with Time-of-Use Rates via Smart Speakers. Read in full UD Awarded Contract by SCE Copy.
11-07-24 -
UD Awarded Contract by SCE Copy
UD Awarded Contract by Southern California Edison (SCE) to Demonstrate Device Optimization with Time-of-Use Rates via Smart Speakers. Read in full UD Awarded Contract by SCE Copy.
11-07-24 -
The Importance of IoT in Smart Grid Technologies Copy
When: February 26, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM PSTWhere: Lawrence Berkley Lab – Energy Technologies Area (as well as online) Perhaps you have already heard of IoT â€“ Internet of Things. IoT is pretty much meaningless without a p...
10-28-24 -
Happy Halloween!
Get 13% discount on eisy & spookify everyone with Halloween Automation! Read in full Â Is Your Home Ready for Halloween? Copy.
10-09-24 -
CalFlexHub Symposium 2024
Orly is on the "Communication, Control and Interoperability in Small Buildings" panel along with Matter Alliance, Silicon Labs, and Renew Home. Read in full CalFlexHub Symposium 2024.
09-17-24 -
ZMatter USB Is Back!
ZMatter USB is back in stock! Read in full ZMatter USB Is Back!.
08-14-24 -
Celebrate with Insteon Exclusive Offer for the UD Community!
Join the celebration for Insteon's 2-year anniversary! As a valued member of the UD community, treat yourself to an exclusive offer. Read in full Celebrate with Insteon – Exclusive Offer for the UD Community!.
08-14-24 -
Back to the Future! Copy
eisy is back soon and ready to take your home back to the future! Read in full Back to the Future! Copy.
07-05-24 -
Back to the Future!
eisy is now back in stock and can't wait to take your home to the 22nd century! Read in full eisy Is Back!.
05-09-24 -
ISY994 / ISY Portal Service Announcement!
Seamlessly integrate your Philips Hue bulbs with eisy via ZMatter USB, eliminating the need for the hub. Read in full No Hub Hue! Copy.
04-30-24 -
PG&E and UD Present at 49th PLMA Conference
UD and SCE present how smart speakers can support utilities in keeping residential customers engaged with time-of-use (TOU) rates at the 45th PLMA Conference. Read in full PG&E and UD Present at 49th PLMA Conference.
04-28-24 -
No Hub Hue!
Seamlessly integrate your Philips Hue bulbs with eisy via ZMatter USB, eliminating the need for the hub. Read in full No Hub Hue!.
04-28-24 -
eisy Speaks! Copy
Easily create text-to-speech announcements with eisy. And why stop there? Seamlessly stream your favorite live content directly to your Bluetooth speakers! Read in full eisy Speaks! Copy.

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