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Fibaro starts shipping the Door/Window Sensor 2-- a Z-Wave Plus-certified smart home device customers can install on any door, window, gate or set of blinds in the home or office.

The Door/Window Sensor 2 connects to either the Fibaro Home Center ecosystem or a Z-Wave hub, and is accessible through companion app on smartphones, tablets or browser. It monitors the status of the door, window, gate or blinds it is connected to, and reports back any change in open/door status, helping avoid theft, break-ins or energy loss if a door is left unintentionally open.

The update also features an internal temperature sensor, allowing it to report abnormal changes in temperature. It also pushes temperature data to the Fibaro energy management dashboard found in the Fibaro desktop app, allowing users to monitor temperature changes, maximise efficiency and reduce energy bills. In addition, a tamper sensor boosts security by alerting the user if someone tries to remove it.

Optoma launches the HD39Darbee-- a portable HD projector ideal for movie fans and gamers featuring Darbee Visual Presence image enhancement for increased contrast and colour saturation.

The projector weighs less than 3kg, and can be carried around in an optional carry bag for any event or gaming session. It is also small yet bright enough for media room installations, with brightness reaching 3500 lumens and fast response time of 16ms.

Resolution clocks at 1080p, while the Rec.709 colour depth is bolstered by Optoma Amazing Colour technology. A variety of preset modes and settings allow users to match any application or environment, and a 1.6x zoom with vertical lens shift simplifies positioning for a wide choice of screen sizes.

Startup Otto presents a different take on the smart lock-- the Otto Lock, a circular device much smaller than most other smart locks currently available on the market.

Founded by former Microsoft, Apple and Nokia employees, Otto hopes aesthetics will be enough to draw customers to its smart lock. It is around the size of a standard lock, has no keyhole and offers all expected smart features. To unlock the door, users can simply tap the lock with their smartphone within Bluetooth range.

One can also rotate the Otto Lock like a combination lock to punch in a PIN in case their phone is dead, or unlock it remotely via companion app and wifi connectivity. Home automation support is not included on launch, but the maker says it will be adding Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit support later on.

Accessory maker OtterBox releases the CAD for the uniVERSE Case System-- allowing anyone to design and 3D print accessories, even if they don't actually own a 3D printer.

The uniVERSE Case System involves an OtterBox iPhone and iPad case with a modular rail mount on the back. It allows users to attach a variety of accessories from a number of 3rd parties, including mophie power packs, Nite Ize auto and bike mounts, SanDisk memory expansion, Brydge keyboards and olloclip camera lenses, all with OtterBox protection.

Now the accessory mount CAD allows users to create and print own ideas using a 3D printer. Access to such a device is not an issue-- OtterBox has a partnership with 3D Hubs, a global network of over 6500 printers offering "competitive pricing, quick turnaround from local vendors and myriad materials."