Crestron has unveiled version 4.6 of its Crestron Home OS, bringing a host of new user experience enhancements that place music and personalization at the center of the platform. The update introduces a revamped audio interface, a redesigned multi-room music control system, and several usability improvements designed to make smart home control more intuitive.
Music Control Central to Latest Home OS Update
The most visible change in OS 4.6 is a dedicated “Music” tile on the home screen, which displays album artwork and offers quick access to audio controls. Tapping the tile launches a simplified four-step process for selecting locations, sources, and playlists, minimizing the time it takes to start playing music throughout the home.
The updated interface also includes a “Music Circle” feature within the “Now Playing” tile, allowing users to add rooms or change sources without exiting the current view. These changes are designed to reduce friction in multi-room audio navigation.
“We obsessed over every detail of the multi-room experience,” said Michael Short, vice president of marketing operations and residential at Crestron, in a blog post. “The goal was to make it so intuitive that it disappears into the background.”
In addition to streamlined navigation, OS 4.6 brings music favorites — including top playlists, stations, and artists — directly to the source selection screen, eliminating the need to browse multiple layers of menus.
Additional Features Added to Crestron Home OS 4.6
Beyond audio, the release also includes several broader improvements to the Crestron Home platform, such as:
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Simplified DALI Lighting Control via the new DIN-DLI hardware and web interface.
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Expanded door lock support, including international compatibility with Yale, August, and Emtek models.
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Improved intercom capabilities, with options for direct response, auto-answer, and custom tones.
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Customizable touch screen font sizes for accessibility.
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Support for DM NVX 385, expanding network AV distribution options.
Crestron emphasizes that OS 4.6 is the result of extensive beta testing and feedback from users.
“We meticulously analyzed every step of the process,” said Chase Bouchard, product owner for software applications, in the company’s blog. “Our focus was on reducing taps while increasing control and flexibility.”
Availability
The update is available now for Crestron Home systems, continuing the company’s push to simplify and enhance the smart home experience through regular software improvements.