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SATCO/NUVO High Output, Dual Dim Architectural Downlights

SATCO|NUVO LED Architectural Downlights offer a high lumen output, making them ideal for high ceiling applications. With a 40° beam angle, these downlights provide ample illumination in residential, hospitality and retail applications. Choose from three wattages and five color temperatures at installation to create the desired ambient experience. Available in a variety of shapes and professional finishes. Dual dimming capabilities, including phase-cut dimming at 120V and 0-10V dimming at 120V-277V, allow for precise lighting control. Designed with commercial applications in mind, these remote driver downlights feature a FT6 cable for use in commercial plenums, and a hinging driver to ensure easy fit no matter the clearance. Each downlight features two switches to choose from 16W/20W/24W and 2700K/3000K/3500K/4000K/5000K to create the perfect lighting for your setting. 90 CRI, Dual Dimming, Wet Location, IC Rated, AT Rated, Energy Star, Title 24 SN1853_High_Output_Arch_Downlights_PI_6-18-25.pdf

Intermatic Introduces New ELC Series Electronic Photocontrols

Intermatic LLC recently announced the launch of its new ELC Series Fixed Mount Electronic Photocontrols, a budget-friendly, LED-compatible alternative to thermal photocontrols. The expanded product line features five new SKUs, offering unique mounting styles for various outdoor applications. ELC Series Electronic Photocontrols are part of the robust NIGHTFOX Intermatic product family. These solutions are specifically designed, tested, and warrantied to match the long 8- to 15-year lifespan of LED fixtures.  main | Intermatic Introduces New ELC Series Electronic Photocontrols

Vital Smart Glasses: 2025’s Best Wearable for Focus

Wearable technology continues to define the way we interact with information, people, and our surroundings in 2025. The Vital Smart Glasses have emerged as a standout innovation in this field, offering users a seamless blend of digital integration, real-world enhancement, and aesthetic minimalism. Positioned at the intersection of form and function, these glasses are reshaping expectations of what smart eyewear can achieve in both lifestyle and productivity applications. In 2025, the demand for intelligent eyewear that works as a visual assistant, communication device, and design-conscious accessory is rapidly increasing. These glasses include micro-displays, gesture sensors, and voice-command integration-all packed into a sleek frame. Vital is structured for broad compatibility. It connects iOS and Android devices using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, allowing users to sync contacts, receive alerts, control music, or even read messages-all without touching their phone. Voice-activated assistants like Siri and Google Assistant work fluidly through the onboard mic array. Vital Smart Glasses: Real-Time Translation & Voice Notes

[News] Vital Smart Glasses: 2025’s Best Wearable for Focus – LEDinside

Incredible Hypersonic Plane Could Make London-New York in 45 Minutes

A futuristic hypersonic airliner could cut London–New York flight times to just 45 minutes. The A-HyM Hypersonic Air Master, designed by Spanish visionary Oscar Viñals, would fly at Mach 7.3 (over 5,600 mph) using hydrogen-fuelled engines. Built to carry 170 passengers, it features heat-resistant materials, virtual windows, and a noise-reducing system to lessen sonic booms—bringing ultra-fast, eco-friendly global travel a step closer to reality. Incredible hypersonic plane could make London-New York in 45 minutes | Watch VIDEO…

Lumileds LUXEON 7070 HE Delivers Extreme Performance for Outdoor Lighting Applications

 Lumileds’ newest LUXEON 7070 HE delivers more than 1500 lumens and over 190 lm/W, simplifying the development of outdoor lighting applications that require very high light output levels, such as high-mast, high-bay, and flood lights. LUXEON 7070 HE is tested and specified at 8W and delivers 2500 lumens at its rated power of 15W. LUXEON 7070 HE is available in both 12V and 36V packages and is hot color targeted for 85°C for color accuracy and consistency. At 700mA, 4000K LUXEON 7070 HE delivers typical 1565lm and 191 lm/W. https://lumileds.com/

WAC SMART LIGHTING SYSTEM

The WAC HOME smart lighting system allows users to control lighting with a tap or a voice command. They can adjust the color temperature or brightness of a single light, set up groups or manage an entire home’s lighting, inside and outdoors. The system is engineered with smart WAC- Mesh technology and the MyWAC app for enhanced control and connectivity to manage and monitor lighting from anywhere worldwide. Users can schedule luminaires according to dates/times, special events, and scenes within the comfort of their home. They can set custom CCT and intensity ranges or choose from a selection of presets for a personalized experience in every room. Wac Home | WAC Lighting

Barron Lighting LED Area Light

The SWOA Series LED Area Light is designed for versatility, durability and superior energy efficiency. It’s engineered to provide customizable lighting solutions for parking lots, pathways, building facades and other outdoor spaces. The fixture features field-switchable options, including easily adjust light distribution (Type III, IV, V); power output (14,500 to 48,000 lumens); and CCT (3000K-4000K-5000K) directly on-site. Each unit comes standard with an adjustable universal arm for mounting to square or round poles, as well as walls, ensuring seamless installation. SWOA Universal Selectable Area Light – Barron Lighting Group

Drones Sharpen Focus on Emerging Applications by Deborah L. O’Mara

Packed with the latest sensing, machine-learning and computer processing technologies, the role of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones, is being redefined in next-generation emerging applications—finding increased use in markets seeking higher levels of safety and more efficient operations. The drone service market is on pace to reach more than $63 billion this year, according to Consortiq. Drones can be piloted remotely or fly autonomously with embedded GPS data that lets them follow preset flight parameters, reducing the need for human intervention. In addition, improved navigational technologies courtesy of A.I. and integrated, intelligent video edge sensors position drones as a safe fit for indoor applications such as warehouses, logistics, storage facilities, retail and office spaces.  Drones Sharpen Focus on Emerging Applications – Electrical Contractor Magazine

SATCO|NUVO’s LED T8 with Integrated Emergency Backup – CCT Selectable | Ballast Bypass

SATCO|NUVO’s LED T8 Lamps with Emergency Battery Backup are UL924 listed for use in emergency lighting applications. Custom lamp holders and set screws lock the lamp in place for a secure installation, and lamps feature red endcaps so they can be easily identified when inspected and maintained. The test button allows for easy testing of the battery so that you can be confident in the lamp’s performance in the event of a power failure.  KEY FEATURES:

  • UL924 Listed Emergency Lighting
  • Range Voltage 120V-277V
  • Red Endcaps for Easy Identification
  • Prewired Lamp Holders Provided
  • 3 CCT Selectable

http://www.satco.com/new-products/article/led-t8-with-integrated-emergency-backup

Spec Sheet:  SN1810_15W_T8_LED_CCT_EM_PI_4-30-25.pdf

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg Think Smartphones Are on Their Way Out. Tim Cook Says They’re Just Getting Better by Olga Racinowska

Are we approaching the end of the smartphone era, and what could possibly replace them?Interestingly, three big tech leaders have totally different takes on where things are headed.

Mark Zuckerberg’s vision for 2030 – the Orion AR glasses prototype, a device meant to replace smartphones by letting you use 3D holograms, control apps, chat, and navigate using just your voice, eye movements, and gestures. Meta plans to launch Orion around 2027 and has poured over $80 billion into AR and VR tech since 2014.

Elon Musk wants to replace your phone with your brain – Neuralink is developing brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that could eventually replace smartphones. Their implants let you control tech using only your thoughts, with no need for screens or buttons. Musk’s long-term vision includes wild ideas like telepathy, memory upgrades, and even merging AI with the human brain.

Tim Cook says smartphones are here to stay – Back down to earth for a sec. Tim Cook thinks phones will stay a key part of our daily routine, with smarter AI features and things like AR and wearables adding to the mix instead of taking over.

Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg think smartphones are on their way out. Tim Cook says they’re just getting better

Why Use AI – 5 Reasons besides making us smarter:

  1. Efficiency and Automation: AI can automate repetitive tasks… saves time and reduces human effort
  2. Data Processing: AI excels at analyzing large datasets quickly… uncovers patterns and insights that humans might miss
  3. Scalability: AI systems can handle growing workloads… without a proportional increase in costs or resources
  4. Accuracy: AI can perform tasks with high precision… reducing errors in areas like diagnostics or forecasting
  5. 24/7 Availability: AI tools can operate continuously… improving productivity and customer support