Insteon 2245-222 Hub V2 Smart Hub Central Controller

The Insteon Hub 2 adds intelligence to your Insteon automation installation. The Hub V2 Internet-enabled controller lets you set up and control Insteon lighting scenes and schedules from your smartphone.  It also allows you to schedule event timers to turn lights and devices on or off at sunrise, sunset or based on time of day. In addition to control and scheduling, the Hub V2 provides notifications to your smartphone. You can set up alerts when a door or window opens, when motion is sensed, or when water/flood is detected (additional Insteon sensors required, not included). The Hub works with Google and Amazon voice assistants so you can command it with your voice The Insteon Hub lets you turn devices on and off, dim and brighten from practically anywhere, and uses the free Insteon for Hub smartphone app for your iOS or Android devices. The Insteon Hub sets up with most broadband Internet connections automatically and without port forwarding (some exceptions may apply) so you can be up and running quickly.  (Internet access required at the Hub location and on your smartphone) Note:  Cloud services cost real money to maintain.  As of 2022 the Insteon Hub requires an annual cloud subscription, which at time of writing is USD$39.95 per year.  The subscription can be purchased here. Insteon Hub V2 2245-222 Features Dual Band Insteon communication Works with Alexa and Google voice assistants Internet access for remote control and notifications Control devices remotely to turn on, off, brighten or dim Push alerts to the Insteon Hub App Requires low cost annual cloud subscription Set up devices, scenes, schedules from your smartphone or tablet 1 year warranty