Canadian start-up Ecobee has received $36m from investor CDPQ to continue development of its smart devices for the home. The Toronto-based company's latest smart thermostat features a built-in Alexa speaker and supports Google Assistant and Apple's smart-home platform HomeKit. In addition to being able to control your home's temperature remotely, the Ecobee's speakers can also be used as an intercom or alarm clock. The Amazon Alexa Fund has previously invested in Ecobee, which is set to rival Google and Nest smart products.
Canadian start-up Ecobee has received $36m from investor CDPQ to continue development of its smart devices for the home. The Toronto-based company's latest smart thermostat features a built-in Alexa speaker and supports Google Assistant and Apple's smart-home platform HomeKit. The company also introduced the Ecobee Switch Plus light switch in March. The Amazon Alexa Fund has previously invested in Ecobee, which is set to rival Google and Nest smart products.