the qivicon platform has been around in the german market since the fall of 2013. it connects and combines controllable devices made by different manufacturers. every partner company can market their product offer of its own and develop apps to control them. to date, the product portfolio consists of devices such as motion detectors, smoke detectors, water detectors, wireless adapters for power outlets, door and window contact, temperature and humidity sensors, wireless switches, carbon monoxide sensors, thermostats, cameras, household appliances (e. g. washing machines, dryers, coffee machines), weather stations, sound systems and lighting controls.