Sears Buys WallyHome Water-Leak Sensor Technology

Sears Holdings has acquired the technology behind WallyHome, a smart device that senses changes in moisture, temperature and humidity, and can alert homeowners to possible leaks via a powerline network.
Sears purchased the technology, and will license related know-how, from Seattle startup SNUPI Technologies (Sensor Network Utilizing Powerline Infrastructure), which will also provide consulting services for the development of future Sears Connected Solutions products.

Read more: http://www.twice.com/news/home-automation/sears-buys-wallyhome-water-leak-sensor-technology/58877

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