Smart homes are no longer a futuristic vision, they are the reality of today, and Dublin, Ireland is home to several pioneering companies in this field. These innovative companies work on a myriad of smart home and IoT solutions: from voice-controlled children’s toys to network scanners and security watches. This series of articles looks at what these companies are doing to create safer, more efficient and more comfortable homes for us all.
Dublin, being a technological hub offers a conducive environment for these smart home companies to thrive and develop the most innovative products in their respective fields. In this article, we’ll offer an overview of each of these unique Dublin-based organizations, their products, and their pioneering work. Moving forward, we will unveil each of these innovative companies, aiming to provide valuable insights about what it means to be a leading smart home manufacturer in the present day.
Let’s take a closer look at just some of the companies making waves in the smart home industry in Dublin.
Soapbox Labs
Founded by Patricia Scanlon, Soapbox Labs has made great strides in combining various tech sectors such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and speech recognition. The aim of the company was to use this tech to bring about more engaging experiences for children. Soapbox Labs have created child-specific speech technology that integrates across a range of applications including gaming, AR/VR, education and even toys. Understanding the importance of privacy, the company also ensures their tech is fully COPPA and GDPR compliant. Connect with Soapbox Labs on @soapboxlabs, Facebook, or Linkedin.
Fing
Started by Carlo Medas and Marco De Angelis, Fing has made network troubleshooting and security a significantly more manageable task for millions of people. Achieving over 35 million app downloads, the Fing App helps users inspect their Wi-Fi networks and troubleshoot any problems with their connected devices. Furthering their commitment to connected device intelligence, Fing’s technology is also licensed by companies that build IoT products. Here’s where you can connect with Fing on @fingapp, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Recipe Guru
Recipe Guru, founded by Niamh Sterling, is changing the way we look at traditional cookbooks. Through their innovative automated technology platform, Recipe Guru digitises individual recipes from global publishers, including photographs, methodology, and metadata. Their unique process not only maximises their clients’ digital marketing ROI, but also improves the lives of the multitudes who search for recipes online every month. Stay updated about Recipe Guru’s activities on @RecipeGuruHQ and LinkedIn.
PhoneWatch
PhoneWatch is a digital security service that has made a name for itself in the smart home industry. Join PhoneWatch on @ePhoneWatch, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop with their newest developments.
WatchOvers
WatchOvers is another company in the smart home industry focused on security. Check their latest updates on @watchovers, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Smartfrog
Smartfrog is a company in the smart home design industry that works with various tools including IoT and software development. They can be found on @smartfrog_cam, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
MyOctopus
MyOctopus is an open-source intelligent home system created by founders Emma Dowling, Sylwester Hyzynski, and Wawrzyniec Wawro. MyOctopus is equipped with AI, numerous on-board sensors and has the capability to connect with virtually any device to create a truly smart home. Get the latest updates and AI insights from MyOctopus on LinkedIn.
This concludes a cursory glance at some of the innovative smart home companies based in Dublin, Ireland. Each company, unique in its inception, plays a crucial role in this rapidly evolving industry. So stay tuned for our next article, where we delve deeper into the realm of smart homes, IoT, and its promising future.
