Cync (the new name of C by GE‪)‬ 6.14.1

version 6.14.1

Nov 13, 2023
Version 6.14.1
Minor bug fixes.

version 6.14.0

Sep 25, 2023
Version 6.14.0
Introducing Exciting Updates!
Hexagon Panels: Joining the Dynamic Effects family
Expanded Dimming: Deeper dimming for most Cync branded lights.
Out-of-Home Guest Control: Conveniently manage devices via Wi-Fi
New "Explore" Tab: Discover Cync suggested custom shows
MAC Address Display: For users who need for IT Security purposes
Mic Sensitivity: For all dynamic effects products
Scenes/Schedules Improvements: Minor quality of life adjustments
Custom Show Reordering
Bug Fixes and Performance Enhancements

version 6.13.0

Jun 1, 2023
Version 6.13.0
General bug fixes, and minor UX enhancements

version 6.12.0

Apr 10, 2023
Version 6.12.0
Welcome Neon Shape Lights to our Dynamic Effects product line! This product will allow you create your own custom neon shapes or designs to your space, and will be discoverable in this update under the Light Strips category in your add device list.   New Enhancements and Features! 

Segmentation Color Control support for all Dynamic Effects products: Under the device drawer you will now see a new icon for segmentation for all of your Dynamic Effects products. This new update will allow you to adjust the static color/brightness of all of the individual segments of your strip. You can also save your adjustments as a Saved layout to be called upon again with a single button press or with voice.  

Rooms and Groups enhancements: You can now add multiple devices to rooms/groups at a time during creation, and can also edit multiple devices within existing rooms/groups as well. We also added more locations to where you can create rooms/groups.  

To top off these new additions to Cync, there are also several dozen bugfixes and performance improvements in this release.

version 6.11.0

Feb 15, 2023
Version 6.11.0
Dynamic effect bulbs are here! In this 6.11 update we are adding the A19 and BR30 Dynamic Effects bulbs as discoverable products in your device list. Added with these products is the ability to control the color of the 4 quadrants. Open the drawer and select the new icon to change segment color.

Other notable enhancements: 

- We have added Google single click linking to provide a faster and easier linking process for Google Home  

- Loading indicators on your devices while determining connectivity

General bug fixes and performance improvements

version 6.8.2

Aug 18, 2022 Version 6.8.2
Bug fix for users with Cync thermostats.

version 6.7.1

Jul 19, 2022 Version 6.7.1
Scenes and schedules have been overhauled with usability enhancements and new features! We listened to your feedback and are happy to share these improvements with you:
-Changed the "Scenes" section of the app to "Routines"
-You can now schedule individual device automations without needing a scene
-We've added sunrise and sunset timers for automations, including optional offsets before and after
-You can set a start and end time for a single scene, instead of needing separate scenes
-We've added a sort feature so you can organize all of your scenes
All existing scenes and schedules will continue to work as they always have, so no need to reconfigure anything.
In addition to the scenes and schedules overhaul, this release also includes over 25 bug fixes and performance improvements. Enjoy!

version 6.6.1

Apr 28, 2022 Version 6.6.1
Minor bug fixes.

version 6.6.0

Apr 12, 2022 Version 6.6.0
This update includes a number of bug fixes and performance improvements, and brings support for two new Cync products coming soon!

Our 100W A21 Full Color Bulb ups the brightness factor with more vibrant output at all RGB and tunable white colors.

The new Cync Outdoor Battery Camera gives you the power to catch all the action, without being bogged down in wires. Simple mounting and recharging makes it easy to enhance your home's security.

version 6.5.1

Mar 10, 2022 Version 6.5.1
Minor bug fixes related to app crashes.

version 6.5.0

Feb 23, 2022 Version 6.5.0
This release brings support for the new Cync Wired Outdoor Camera, as well as a variety of important bug fixes and performance improvements:
- Fix for devices failing to add to the home on the last step of setup
- Fix for being able to control devices in a C-Reach location while away from home
- General interface bugs and performance improvements

version 6.4.1

Feb 1, 2022 Version 6.4.1
We’re growing our lighting lineup! This release brings support for 13 all-new Cync bulbs and fixtures, and many important enhancements and squashed bugs.

The highlights include:
- Support for Cync Reveal smart bulbs, a whole new lineup of 6 deco-shape bulbs, and our in-ceiling wafer lights. This is our largest lighting product addition ever!
- A new slide-out menu for lights with a quick shortcut to settings and a single button to enter all color controls.
- Improvements to the Cync Smart Thermostat setup flow to help guide users through the wiring process.
- General bug fixes and performance improvements, including an issue that could cause C-Reach setup to fail.

version 6.4.0

Jan 25, 2022 Version 6.4.0
We’re growing our lighting lineup! This release brings support for 13 all-new Cync bulbs and fixtures, and many important enhancements and squashed bugs.

The highlights include:
- Support for Cync Reveal smart bulbs, a whole new lineup of 6 deco-shape bulbs, and our in-ceiling wafer lights. This is our largest lighting product addition ever!
- A new slide-out menu for lights with a quick shortcut to settings and a single button to enter all color controls.
- Improvements to the Cync Smart Thermostat setup flow to help guide users through the wiring process.
- General bug fixes and performance improvements, including an issue that could cause C-Reach setup to fail.

version 6.3.2

Jan 11, 2022 Version 6.3.2
Fixed an issue where older camera clips wouldn't display for some users.

version 6.3.1

Nov 30, 2021 Version 6.3.1
This update brings support for the all-new Cync Smart Thermostat and Room Temperature Sensor.

version 6.2.1

Oct 12, 2021 Version 6.2.1
Minor bug fixes, including an issue with camera notifications not triggering consistently for some users.

version 6.2.0

Sep 16, 2021 Version 6.2.0
This release adds support for our new Cync Fan Speed Switch. With four levels of speed control and the ability to add fans to scenes and schedules, you can now add smarts to your ceiling fan and control it from the Cync app or via voice with Alexa and Google.

version 6.1.0

Aug 30, 2021 Version 6.1.0
This app update brings support for the new Cync Outdoor PAR38 Full-Color Floodlight and multiple bug fixes and enhancements. Key changes include:
• Fixed bugs with devices not completing setup correctly in certain situations
• Fixed bugs related to motion sensor settings that weren’t saving or displaying in the app correctly
• Fixed several crash scenarios
• Performance improvements throughout the app

version 6.0.5

Jul 27, 2021 Version 6.0.5
This release includes many fixes to improve performance and resolve connectivity issues. Bugs that were fixed include:
- Some older devices not being able to connect in the Cync app that previously worked in C by GE
- Some accounts experiencing crashes or hangs on login
- Errors during device setup where the device could not be added temporarily
- Issue with scenes not executing on a schedule correctly in certain cases

version 6.0.3

Jun 22, 2021 Version 6.0.3
This update includes several important bug fixes for the following issues:
-Invalid account data for some users would cause an error message to be displayed when entering the correct two-factor authentication code.
-Certain legacy device data would cause the app to hang or crash in some situations.
-Unintended appearance of some parts of the app when certain accessibility settings were enabled.
-Some devices showing as disconnected after the last app update.

version 6.0.2

Jun 10, 2021 Version 6.0.2
It's here! The brand new Cync app, powered by Savant! Cync replaces the C by GE app and provides a reimagined and personalized smart home experience for all of your C by GE and Cync devices. New features include:
- Brand new interface and personalization options
- Grouping of devices within a room for more ways to control your smart home
- TrueImage feature lets you view real-time previews as you adjust your lights
- Support for the new Cync Outdoor Plug and Cync Indoor Smart Camera
- Enhanced stability and security features, including two-factor authentication
Existing C by GE users will be able to log into their account in Cync and pick up right where they left off, while enjoying all the new features in Cync.

version 6.0.1

Jun 1, 2021 Version 6.0.1
It's here! The brand new Cync app, powered by Savant! Cync replaces the C by GE app and provides a reimagined and personalized smart home experience for all of your C by GE and Cync devices. New features include:
- Brand new interface and personalization options
- Grouping of devices within a room for more ways to control your smart home
- TrueImage feature lets you view real-time previews as you adjust your lights
- Support for the new Cync Outdoor Plug and Cync Indoor Smart Camera
- Enhanced stability and security features, including two-factor authentication
Existing C by GE users will be able to log into their account in Cync and pick up right where they left off, while enjoying all the new features in Cync.

version 5.11.0

Apr 8, 2021 Version 5.11.0
Minor bug fixes.

version 5.10.0

Mar 8, 2021 Version 5.10.0
Minro bug fixes.

version 5.9.1 (13631)

Feb 12, 2021 Version 5.9.1 (13631)
Minor bug fixes.

version 5.9.0 (13534)

Jan 28, 2021 Version 5.9.0 (13534)
-You can now save a Wi-Fi network, making it easier to add more devices to the same network
-Easier linking with Alexa for voice control
-Various bug fixes and performance improvements

version 5.8.2 (13201)

Nov 12, 2020 Version 5.8.2 (13201)
Minor bug fix.

version 5.8.0

Oct 1, 2020 Version 5.8.0
- General bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 5.7.2 (13118)

Aug 28, 2020 Version 5.7.2 (13118)
- Fixed an issue with out-of-home control sometimes showing devices as disconnected.
- General bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 5.7.1 (13016)

Aug 10, 2020 Version 5.7.1 (13016)
Fixed an issue with instructions for linking to Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa.

version 5.7.0 (13014)

Aug 4, 2020 Version 5.7.0 (13014)
Added support for the upcoming launch of C by GE Direct Connect lights, which enable voice and out of home control via WiFi with no additional hub required.

Added new screens to help explain what is required to enable voice and out of home control for Bluetooth lights.

Added a new, simpler method for connecting your Google Assistant to C by GE for voice control. Clicking the Google Assistant icon during device setup or from the settings menu will take you directly to the account linking page within Google Home.

Fixed an issue where Sol would fail to complete setup.

General bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 5.6.4

10 Jul 2020 Version 5.6.4
Fixed an issue that could cause failures when adding a switch to a room.

version 5.6.4

Jul 10, 2020 Version 5.6.4
Fixed an issue that could cause failures when adding a switch to a room.

version 5.6.3 (12869)

Jul 6, 2020 Version 5.6.3 (12869)
Added a new feature for motion sensing products to switch between normal on/off operation and customized Motion Response Schedules. By default, motion sensors will turn devices in the same room on or off at their last brightness and color settings. With Motion Response Schedules enabled, you can customize four time periods to control brightness levels and color temperature for when motion is detected.
General bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 5.6.2 (12626)

Jun 27, 2020 Version 5.6.2 (12626)
Fixed an issue that could cause failures when setting up smart switches.

version 5.6.1 (12615)

May 27, 2020 Version 5.6.1 (12615)
·        Removed the “Limited control while out of home” banner, as this caused more confusion for users than any benefit it had when controlling devices from outside your home.
·        Added a new Refresh button on the home page to make it easier to resolve any potential connection issue with your devices. As before, you can also still pull down on the home page to refresh.
·        Added a new page when adding devices that helps explain how Rooms work in the app, and how those groupings can help you make the most of controlling devices together.
·        Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 5.6.0 (12516)

Apr 27, 2020 Version 5.6.0 (12516)
Our latest C by GE app release includes:
- Support for our new 3-wire smart dimmer switches. These new products don’t require a white neutral wire and are perfect for making an older home smarter.
- Performance improvements and bug fixes.

version 5.5.1 (12490)

Apr 16, 2020 Version 5.5.1 (12490)
Minor enhancements and bug fixes

version 5.5.0 (12354)

Mar 4, 2020 Version 5.5.0 (12354)

Our latest C by GE app release includes some exciting updates!
•Support for our award-winning new lineup of products that we announced in January at CES, including:
•C by GE’s complete lineup of 3-wire smart switches & dimmers that are simple to install and work in virtually any age home… all without needing to buy a separate hub!
•C by GE’s brand new wire-free product line: the Wire-Free Motion Sensor, Wire-Free Remote, and Wire-Free Switch. These simple to use products provide tons of flexibility for controlling C by GE lights, plugs and switches… without the hassles of installation. Now you can add a switch anywhere and never come home to a dark house!
•Performance improvements in multiple areas of the app
•Various bug fixes

version 5.4.9 (11885)

Jan 28, 2020 Version 5.4.9 (11885)
Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 1.1.26

version 5.6.4

2020年7月10日 Version 5.6.4
Fixed an issue that could cause failures when adding a switch to a room.

version 5.4.9 (11885)

2020年1月28日 Version 5.4.9 (11885)
Various bug fixes and performance improvements.

version 5.8.2 (13201)

12 нояб. 2020 г. Version 5.8.2 (13201)
Minor bug fix.