IoT

Imagine a homeowner effortlessly managing their lawn’s irrigation with a wifi-connected automated sprinkler system—smart, efficient, and tailored to their needs. At iBeta, we partnered with the manufacturer to rigorously test this innovative IoT solution, ensuring it delivered seamless performance across multiple generations of hardware and firmware. Our comprehensive testing process validated every component, from prototype to production, guaranteeing a reliable and user-friendly product ready to transform outdoor care.

For this sprinkler system, we tested an ecosystem of interacting hardware: a central base station, separate valves, and integrated water sensors. We evaluated multiple generations of both prototype and production hardware, ensuring durability and consistent performance under real-world conditions. A key challenge was testing the functionality and integration of water sensors, which needed to accurately detect moisture levels and communicate with the base station to optimize watering schedules. Our feature-by-feature testing confirmed flawless operation, even as hardware evolved.

The manufacturer also sought to innovate by replacing an existing wifi chip with one from a different supplier—without disrupting the system’s established functionality. We conducted targeted testing to validate this swap, ensuring the new component maintained rock-solid wifi connectivity and compatibility with existing features. Speaking of connectivity, our extensive wifi compatibility testing spanned diverse routers and network configurations, simulating everything from busy urban networks to rural setups. The result? A sprinkler system that connects reliably, no matter the environment.

Beyond hardware, we tested multiple generations of firmware to ensure each update enhanced performance without introducing regressions. The mobile app—critical for onboarding, setup, configuration, and ongoing use—underwent exhaustive testing for functionality and integration with the hardware. We validated compatibility across a wide range of iOS and Android devices, ensuring a smooth user experience from initial setup to daily operation. Whether adjusting schedules or monitoring water usage, the app and hardware worked in harmony.

The outcome? A wifi-connected automated sprinkler system that’s robust, intuitive, and ready for market. By catching issues early and refining functionality across hardware, firmware, and app integration, we helped the manufacturer launch a product that saves water, simplifies lawn care, and delights users—proving once again that rigorous testing is the key to IoT success.