In a significant shift from its initial timeline, Sauron is now targeting a product launch as early as 2026 for its advanced home security system, a delay from its previous goal of the first quarter of 2025. The startup, co-founded by Kevin Hartz and Jack Abram, emerged from stealth mode a year ago, driven by personal experiences with inadequate security solutions.
Located in the Bay Area, Sauron aims to address rising concerns over home safety, despite a reported decrease in property crimes in San Francisco. The company has raised $18 million from notable investors, including executives from Flock Safety and Palantir, focusing on military-grade security features enhanced by artificial intelligence and sophisticated sensors like LiDAR and thermal imaging.
With Maxim “Max” Buvat-Merlin recently appointed as CEO, Sauron is currently refining its technology strategy. Buvat-Merlin, who previously worked at Sonos, is concentrating on the development of multi-sensor camera systems and evaluating various sensor types to form the backbone of the security solution. The approach will involve a phased rollout of technology components, including smart cameras and monitoring services.