California-based firm smart-home security firm Arlo Technologies is bringing capabilities from its platform to Samsung SmartThings users.

Together, the two companies will collaborate to address the growing consumer demand for smart security services to protect their home and loved ones through the SmartThings ecosystem. With an initial focus on the US market, the expanded partnership will look to enable SmartThings users with the ability to access security services through the SmartThings app.

The 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 customised notifications from Arlo cameras. Using computer vision AI and recognition engines, Arlo helps users better understand what’s happening in and around their home to make more informed decisions.

Leveraging Arlo’s 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.

“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.”

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

Arlo (www.arlo.com) has expertise in AI- and CV-powered analytics, cloud services, user experience and product design. Its wireless and RF connectivity enables the delivery of a seamless, smart security experience that is easy to set up and interact with every day.

SmartThings, Samsung’s (www.samsung.com) global connected living platform, builds smart homes that are convenient, safe, sustainable and fun. Millions of people, in nearly 200 countries, use SmartThings to control their connected homes and IoT devices.