It's been amazing watching Rachio grow from a startup weekend prototype to the most popular sprinkler controller on Amazon. After investment from the Amazon Alex fund (https://developer.amazon.com/pub...) and raising their series A (http://blogs.wsj.com/venturecapi...), they are launching their second generation product with some great new features: - Smaller, easier-to-install design. It takes up less space on your wall while allowing more space for wiring in the controller. - Easier Wi-Fi setup. Simpler connection process that no longer requires the ‘blinkup’ protocol. - Run zones directly from the controller. Manual access on the box for local control for you or your landscape professional, and LED lights that give a visual indication of what’s happening. - Additional sensor ports. You can now connect rain and freeze sensors for additional data while we provide a flow sensor connection for future functionality. - Easier diagnostics and troubleshooting. Auto-detect wiring will automatically detect when wiring for zones is connected to the controller for better diagnostics and troubleshooting. (Coming soon) - New custom outdoor enclosure option. Custom-designed weatherproof enclosure that protects your controller in all weather situations. Hardwire option included. Go Rachio!