ShowerStar Tech Update - Sept 2025
App Version 1.2.0 | Firmware Version 1.1.7
New alerts
~Pre-alerts - optional pre-warning before alerts.~Double time alerts - optional longer alerts that are unmissable. Ideal if you have a ShowerStar mounted behind a large shower-head.
~Audio alerts - an additional option to alert users.
Video below shows these alerts with 5 second warm up and 1 minute timer.
New universal cradle
The new universal cradle currently ships as standard with all ShowerStar units. It allows fixing onto virtually any type of shower using zip ties that are supplied with the ShowerStar unit.
A locking cap for the cradle is available separately for installations with a need to prevent the ShowerStar from being removed.
New packaging
Eye catching new packaging with colour instructions printed on the inside of the sleeve, conservation messaging and information printed on the inside box.
The new packaging and messaging was designed in conjunction with leading US behaviour change expert Katie Patrick.
Custom field trial templates
Preconfigure all of the settings you want for a field trial to ensure everyone has their ShowerStar devices configured the same way in a few seconds.
Learn mode / test wizard
The setup wizard now features a test and auto calibration feature. The test feature ensures the ShowerStar is installed and working correctly. The calibration feature adjusts the sensitivity to filter out background noise.
Coming soon...
1/2 Inch clip on cradle - for the US market
We're currently testing a new clip on cradle for 1/2 inch shower pipe. 1/2 inch shower pipe is the standard pipe used for the majority of showers in North America. The new clip on cradle snap fits in seconds and does not require the use of a zip tie, making installation a breeze.
If you're interested to test a 3D printed version of this new cradle and share your feedback please contact us.
App charts
Users will soon be able to view their historical data within the App in chart format to visualise how they're doing over time.
Available in the next App release ~ end September 2025.
Advanced Manufacturing
ShowerStar has been designed from the ground up for high volume, automated manufacture to support program deployment of any size. Surface Mount Technology (SMT) design enables fully automated production with minimal human input. SMT means production volumes can be quickly ramped up to accomodate any quantity for large scale program deployment.
Utility Portal Data + Dashboard
Showering data is uploaded to the ShowerStar Portal each time a user opens the ShowerStar App and connects to their ShowerStar device. The data can be provided in raw format for utility / evaluator analysis OR the data can be viewed in bespoke PowerBI dashboards. The ShowerStar dashboard displays a wealth of visual data related to showering behaviour and device configuration.
The process for capturing data with Dashboard access requires a utility to order product in bulk. The unique serial numbers for each device are captured prior to despatch to a utility. A database for these devices is created and as data is uploaded from user Apps, the Portal is then populated with utility specific data and visualised.
How shower data is gathered
We support custom programs for electric, gas and water utilities.
Customisation options (subject to MOQ) include:
~ Program /messaging inserts into packaging
~ Custom packaging with utility logos and messaging
~ Utility branding on products
~ Field trial configuration and custom templates
~ Custom integration into 3rd party systems
~ Custom features
~ Volume based pricing
~ Event sponsorship and product giveaways
Contact us for more information.
ShowerStar Presentation
