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Nature is a Boston-based company that specializes in smart home technology, focusing on enhancing the comfort and efficiency of air conditioning systems. Founded in 2014 by Mash Ohtsuka and Haruumi Shiode, the company offers a product that converts traditional window-mounted or through-wall air conditioners into smart devices. This transformation is achieved through an air conditioner controller that features infrared technology and power control, paired with a mobile application that allows users to manage their appliances remotely. Customers can operate their air conditioners via smartphone or through voice commands using devices like Google Home or Amazon Echo. By improving the operation of room air conditioners, Nature not only enhances user convenience but also contributes to reducing energy demand peaks for utilities, promoting a more sustainable approach to home energy management.

Aeterlink is a developer of advanced wireless power transfer technology aimed at eliminating the need for wires in various applications. The company specializes in creating wireless devices that can be applied across multiple fields, including factory automation, robotics, smart homes, and medicine. By enabling the wireless transmission of power over distances, Aeterlink's innovations enhance efficiency, sustainability, and safety in industries, allowing for greater flexibility in device placement and reducing the risks associated with traditional wiring. Their technology represents a significant step toward a digital world that operates without the constraints of physical connections.

Nature is a Boston-based company that specializes in smart home technology, focusing on enhancing the comfort and efficiency of air conditioning systems. Founded in 2014 by Mash Ohtsuka and Haruumi Shiode, the company offers a product that converts traditional window-mounted or through-wall air conditioners into smart devices. This transformation is achieved through an air conditioner controller that features infrared technology and power control, paired with a mobile application that allows users to manage their appliances remotely. Customers can operate their air conditioners via smartphone or through voice commands using devices like Google Home or Amazon Echo. By improving the operation of room air conditioners, Nature not only enhances user convenience but also contributes to reducing energy demand peaks for utilities, promoting a more sustainable approach to home energy management.

Atmoph Inc., founded in 2014 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in the development of Atmoph Window, a smart digital window that provides immersive experiences by displaying 4K videos and sounds of scenic locations from around the globe. This innovative product aims to transform the way individuals engage with nature and information at home, enhancing their quality of life. By offering a diverse selection of visual and auditory landscapes, Atmoph Window enables users to create a tranquil and enjoyable environment, effectively bringing the beauty of the outdoors into their living spaces.

Halio specializes in advanced smart-tinting glass that adapts to changing light conditions, enhancing architectural design and efficiency. Its innovative technology allows the glass to transition from clear to tinted or dark in seconds, providing shade, glare relief, and privacy as needed. Unlike traditional electrochromic glass, Halio's product offers uniform tinting without undesirable hues, achieving a natural glass appearance in various neutral shades. The company also provides sophisticated software and hardware controls that integrate seamlessly with building management systems. Halio’s manufacturing process ensures high yields akin to the flat panel display industry, allowing for reliable and timely deliveries worldwide. This transformative glass not only improves the comfort and aesthetics of buildings but also fosters a deeper connection between indoor environments and the outside world.