Posted on November 14, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

In the high-stakes environment of an international airport, operations must be seamless, adaptable, and quick to implement. Yet, complex infrastructures often require creative approaches to solve challenges where standard solutions simply don’t fit. When Amorph Systems, a leader in data-driven automation, encountered such a scenario at Munich Airport, they found an elegant, wireless answer in […]

Posted on November 4, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

As the world of smart home technology rapidly evolves. New developments or industry standards are impacting customer preference to the point that many companies have had to move on to newer products, leaving their older hardware in the dust. But not Flic. We are thrilled to announce that this November marks the 10th anniversary of […]

Posted on October 7, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

Over the last few years, smart technology has increasingly impacted sports and fitness, transforming how athletes track their performance. Collecting sports and fitness data has become easier and more intuitive. For example, runners can now use smartwatches to monitor their pace and distance without fumbling with their phones, while cyclists benefit from handlebars integrated with […]

Posted on September 30, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

Sustainability is about the choices we make every day. For more than 10 years, we have been taking small but impactful steps to integrate eco-friendly practices into every aspect of our operations and now we have made a choice to take another long stride towards our goal. We are excited to introduce our FSC-certified 100% […]

Posted on September 23, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

In many industries like healthcare, construction, and agriculture, workers often operate alone, facing unique challenges that can threaten their safety. This workforce accounts for about 20% of all working individuals today and is still growing globally. Since the pandemic has led to an increasing number of remote or lone workers, this is putting more pressure […]

Posted on September 6, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

How Smart Home Connects with Flic and Matter The smart home landscape is evolving rapidly, and with Matter now integrated to Flic, we’re ready to make the smart home experience more cohesive and intuitive than ever. Whether you’re already using Flic or exploring new ways to streamline your smart home setup, these Matter-compatible controllers open […]

Posted on July 25, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

Sustainability is a continuous effort that requires dedication and innovation. We’re always looking for ways to reduce our environmental impact and lead the charge toward a greener future. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve integrated the Shopify Planet app, enabling carbon-neutral shipping for all our orders. Let’s see what this commitment means for […]

Posted on June 24, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

Feeling safe at work is not just a necessity; it’s a right. In the hotel and hospitality industry, where associates often find themselves in vulnerable situations, ensuring their safety is paramount. This is where the groundbreaking partnership between Flic and ProSafe comes into play. At Flic, we’re dedicated to making life simpler through innovative technology, […]

Posted on May 31, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

Tesla vehicles are renowned for their revolutionary features. Now, imagine taking the Tesla experience to new heights with just a simple push. Thanks to the groundbreaking partnership between Flic and Tessie, this is now a reality. At Flic, we’re simplifying life through innovative technology with Smart Wireless Buttons, not just for the tech savvy but […]

Posted on February 28, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

Understanding the Surge in Healthcare Violence In a recent statement, Prof. Nicola Ranger; the chief nurse at the Royal College of Nursing, issued a serious alert regarding a troubling development: a notable increase in violence directed at nurses within the National Health Service, as per The Guardian’s report. The frustration among patients due to NHS […]

Posted on February 2, 2024

by Per-Gustaf

The Cutting-Edge Consumer Tech Development from CES 2024. As a company in tech these days, most things seem to happen behind a screen. Great and highly efficient, but this can create distance between creator and user. A reason for which we really value meeting and chatting with our partners and users; sharing insights, getting creative […]

Posted on January 25, 2024

by Manos Katsoulakis

The best emergency response buttons The importance of rapid response and immediate aid during an emergency cannot be overstated. Seconds can make all the difference when a crisis strikes. MultiBel understands this urgency, providing an emergency notification system used by over 3,000 organizations worldwide. Paired with Flic’s innovative technology, MultiBel’s emergency notification system gains an […]

Posted on December 18, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Introduction For all of us here at Flic, meeting our partners gives us joy because we get to see how our products can benefit solutions around the world and meet passionate individuals who aim to have an impact. We had the pleasure to speak to Torsten Morgenroth, the CEO of Swiss Delicious, who is the perfect […]

Posted on December 15, 2023

by Laura Ruiz

Introduction: In the dynamic landscape of Smart Home technology, the demand for intuitive and simple devices continues to grow. Smart buttons have become essential tools for simplifying daily tasks from controlling your smart lights to triggering complex routines. As we analyze the digital landscape of 2023, several smart buttons have distinguished themselves. Factors to consider: […]

Posted on December 13, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Exciting news! Flic joins the world’s largest consumer electronics show once again! For the 9th time, members of the Flic team will fly from Stockholm to meet partners, consumers, and tech enthusiasts at Stand #51719 between the 9th and the 12th of January. 2023 has been a busy year, launching our eagerly anticipated Flic Twist […]

Posted on October 30, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Taking care of a baby or a child requires a lot of time and effort, therefore it can be overwhelming at times. Parenting and caregiving are profoundly rewarding roles, but they come with their unique set of challenges. The responsibilities are endless; from keeping track of a child’s activities to ensuring their safety, managing mealtimes, […]

Posted on October 23, 2023

by Per-Gustaf

In today’s fast-paced corporate world, the essence of employee engagement cannot be overstated. It’s the backbone of productivity, customer satisfaction, and overall success. As organizations seek to unlock the potential of their workforce, PushAppy emerged as an innovative solution helping companies enhance employee engagement and productivity. One key element that sets PushAppy apart is the […]

Posted on September 14, 2023

by amir

By now, some or many of you may have heard of the new Smart Home standard, Matter, which is supposed to finally allow all smart home devices to work with one another. The reason I’m saying “supposed to” is because it’s not there yet but well under way. A lot of companies have in the […]

Posted on August 21, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

People like Erik Rosales are hard to describe in just a few words, but we can try; as a Creative Director, Digital Artist, Innovator, Performer, and Host, this talented storyteller has for more than 25 years been pushing the boundaries of what Art can be in the digital age, blending AI and automation with Art […]

Posted on June 15, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Four ways to transform your in-store experience using easy to integrate Flic buttons Despite the increasing popularity of online shopping, in-store shopping remains important as it allows customers to have a more personalized and immediate shopping experience. In today’s competitive retail landscape, providing a great in-store experience is crucial for attracting and retaining customers. One […]

Posted on May 11, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Due to constant technological development, mobile applications have made phones an integral part of our lives, offering a wide variety of services. Where, today there seems to be an app covering almost all aspects of life: like music, travel, dating, information, communication… However, these needs can’t be satisfied if a human is not healthy and […]

Posted on April 21, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Let’s face it, using smartphones has become second nature for people, especially for younger generations who were raised in the digital age. However, not everyone is as tech-savvy. Many elderly have to adapt to the constant technological developments which can be complicated as they spend most of their lives without using a smartphone. The founders […]

Posted on April 12, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Making digital services more accessible and easier to use for everyone is a mission that we set 10 years ago when Flic – Shortcut Labs was founded. We are always working with this mindset, developing products that you and your loved ones can use to simplify life. The newest innovation we are proud to introduce […]

Posted on April 5, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Lone workers face many challenges due to their changing work environments and varying risks. Whether it is a personal safety or medical risk, emergencies can occur throughout various work sites. WorkSafe Guardian is a professionally monitored lone worker safety app that provides workers with the technology to be proactive about their safety and be able […]

Posted on February 23, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

Imagine being in the supermarket, you can’t find a product and you push a button and a robot arrives to help. Sounds like a movie, but it is the result of our partnership with Temi. Temi robots are personal assistants, currently working in the best-in-class hospitals, clinics, stores, shopping malls and also at people’s homes. […]

Posted on February 17, 2023

by Gábor Tatár

To retain our positions as world leaders in the smart home controller market, it is essential that we exhibit at the largest consumer electronic show in the world. But what is the real reason that we go to CES year after year? If your company is having doubts about participating or you just interested to […]

Posted on January 26, 2023

by Manos Katsoulakis

What happens when an innovative global automobile brand meets the world leader in the Smart Button Market? Driving becomes amplified and safer! Citroën needs no introduction: With over 100 years of providing mobility solutions, the brand always aims at providing the best customer experience in an innovative way. The newly launched urban electric car Citroën […]

Posted on December 20, 2022

by Manos Katsoulakis

Meet Flic at CES 2023, one of the most influential Tech Events in the world! Between the 5th and 8th of January, members of the Flic team from engineering, operations, sales, and marketing will welcome clients and consumers from around the world to stand #50535 at Sands Expo Venetian. As the world leader in the […]

Posted on December 13, 2022

by Manos Katsoulakis

Seraph Brass is an award winning brass ensemble consisting of top female brass players, captivating their audience during their live performances. Recently, the group got a surprising new assistant: It’s small, it can be placed anywhere and allows them to stay focused on their performance eliminating an important issue they were facing. You guessed it, […]

Posted on November 28, 2022

by Manos Katsoulakis

A safe working environment benefits not only employees who can perform better, but also the company who has better results. SAFE Apps has created a safety solution for anyone who is at risk of getting into an emergency situation at work, contributing to create a safer working environment for everyone. Using the SAFE app and […]

Posted on November 9, 2022

by Maria Campo

The Future of Smart Retail, Today. Last Friday afternoon, in the attic office on one of the busiest streets in Stockholm I had the chance to interview Carl Norberg, one of the co-founders of Turnpike. They have been a star client of Flic, Shortcut Labs for a few years now, however I wanted to gain […]

Posted on April 11, 2022

by Maria Campo Woytuk

Find your perfect smart button Smart buttons, smart dimmers & smart controllers have become an essential part of simplifying your smart home. They are easily accessible for everyone in the family and very intuitive. You press a button, things happen. But why buttons? Haven’t we gone past this and evolved to voice commands? And who […]

Posted on May 20, 2021

by Ludvig

Why the Hub SDK may be our biggest release of the year Most of us see Flic as a consumer brand designed for the smart home, mainly used to control lights, music and routines. Although true, what you probably did not know is that we’re receiving daily requests from companies who see the potential in […]

Posted on May 7, 2021

by Maria Campo

About Visual Labs Visual Labs is a unique California-based software company leveraging Android smartphones as body worn and in-car cameras for police and private security. Why Visual Labs needed a smart button While some smartphones have dedicated programmable buttons with available APIs from the device manufacturers, others do not.  The Flic 2 Bluetooth button is […]

Posted on March 4, 2021

by Maria Campo

No more talking. Trigger your Amazon Alexa commands with the push of a button. With Flic buttons, you can now trigger any Alexa routine faster and more reliably – with a push of a button. Talking to voice assistants can be frustrating, slow, and inaccurate, especially for frequently used commands. What if you could push […]

Posted on September 23, 2020

by Maria Campo

 About PulseVet Pulse Veterinary Technologies (“PulseVet”) is the global leader in veterinary shock wave technology, and manufactures the ProPulse® and VersaTron® family of products.  Shock wave is a non-invasive, high energy sound wave therapy that can improve the quality of and accelerate the speed of healing following musculoskeletal or soft tissue injuries, and assist with […]

Posted on September 15, 2020

by Joacim Westlund

What is Flic?  Flic is the creator of small and wireless push buttons used to control apps, devices, and services through wifi, bluetooth or IR anywhere. These buttons are used for many solutions by many where the main benefit comes from the simple push of a button. Rather than using different apps or voice commands, […]

Posted on August 18, 2020

by Maria Campo

About Enduro Rally EnduroRally24 is the biggest and longest enduro event in Poland. The founder, Tomek Staniszewski also created other rallies such as the Land Rover Loop or the Carpatia Loop (in the Ukraine). He came up with the idea of a mobile app called Easy Rally that replaces printed road books while racing. Apart […]

Posted on July 17, 2020

by Maria Campo

About Rikshem Rikshem is one of Sweden’s largest private property ownership companies. The business concept involves offering and developing residential properties and properties for public use in selected municipalities all over Sweden. Rikshem takes significant social responsibility in their residential areas, and by focusing on sustainability as they want to contribute to healthy community development. […]

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by Maria Campo

About RigadoRigado provides managed sensor data infrastructure for commercial spaces. IoT solution providers use Rigado gateways and software to deliver real-time visibility for enterprise customers. Why the need for a wireless push button The Flic button provides an easy way for Rigado to enable a low cost, low power alerting mechanism in a variety of environments. It is […]

Posted on June 23, 2020

by Maria Campo

It’s finally back in stock, our super cool accessory – The IR Blaster.If you’re wondering what it is, keep on reading. Back in the olden days, before Smart Home was a thing, our main way to control our electronics was with an old fashioned IR (Infra-Red) remote control and you had one remote for each appliance. […]

Posted on May 28, 2020

by Maria Campo

Set your Flic to: One push to take me home (country rooooads). Double push for next song. And most important, Hold the button to call my spouse 😛 Drive safe and don’t look at your phone, please. How to do this in the Flic App: IOS: function called Navigate, enter destination Android: function called Navigate, […]

Posted on May 12, 2020

by Maria Campo

“We loved how creative, functional, and easy-to-use Flic smart buttons were. We saw a great opportunity for OnSong and musicians to utilize Flic’s solution for performing multiple actions from a single button.” – Dakota Kiebler, Marketing and Media Manager OnSong is an app that helps musicians both onstage and offstage to be as efficient, prepared, […]

Posted on May 7, 2020

by Maria Campo

“Our partnership with Shortcut labs has been a powerful enhancement for our users on Anglr who are pairing the Anglr Bullseye – powered by Flic to the fishing experience had on the water. Most recently we’ve extended our offerings by embedding the Anglr Bullseye, powered by Flic, into the first smart fishing rod called the […]

Posted on May 5, 2020

by Maria Campo

“Our bags are meant to provide the wearer with technology that provides convenience and reduces stress. We chose Flic because we believe that their product fulfils those two initiatives, along with the fact that they create high quality products, and they work closely with our team to ensure that the technology is working as it […]

Posted on April 30, 2020

by Maria Campo

Our favorite staying home hacks using Flic I’m busy / come in light Inspired by April, let your new coworkers (your family) know when you are in a call or not, so they know when they can come and disturb you with snacks. Movie time Movie night, every night. Set up a Flic to dim the […]

Posted on March 1, 2019

by Tommy Tonkins

It’s easy to assume we’ve reached the summit of the way we interact with our tech. We’ve gone from simple switches, through to smart phones, then to voice assistants – as evolutionary journeys go, it would seem this journey has reached its peak.   But all is not as it seems. Voice is incredible and […]

Posted on January 28, 2019

by Tommy Tonkins

What a start to 2019! For the fifth year running the Flic team went to CES, the global stage for innovation and the world’s gathering place for all those who thrive on the business of consumer technologies. Not only did we get to show hundreds of people what Flic is and open their eyes to […]

Posted on January 16, 2019

by Tommy Tonkins

It happens every year. January 1st arrives and we’re full of positive intent. “This year,” we tell ourselves, “is going to be different.” With the best intentions at heart, we vow to stick to our New Year’s resolutions. To wake at 5 am and begin our morning routine of meditation, yoga, a run, and a […]

Posted on November 21, 2018

by Tommy Tonkins

If you’re looking for a stocking filler with a difference or a gift to unlock endless possibilities, Flic has your festive fun buttoned up. Flic is the perfect gift for any of your nearest and dearest, whether that’s uber cool teenagers or a gadget-loving grandparent. From controlling smart devices through to automating text messages, here’s […]

Posted on November 7, 2018

by Tommy Tonkins

November 11th might be Singles’ Day but we want to talk about date nights. Single or not, we all have an image in our head of the perfect date. For some, it will be mood lighting, champagne, and candles, while for others it might be a crazy party and a night where sleep is the last […]

Posted on October 24, 2018

by Tommy Tonkins

  Let’s talk about meetings. They’re impossible to avoid, they can quickly clog up our busy diaries and they leave many of us feeling frustrated due to the amount of time they steal in a working week. When you look at the stats, it’s not hard to see why. The Wall Street Journal found that […]

Posted on October 18, 2018

by Tommy Tonkins

  Picture the scene… you’ve spent days, maybe even weeks, preparing a presentation to be pitch perfect. You know you’ve got a killer slide deck and you’re ready to ‘wow’ your audience. But then disaster strikes and all your best-laid plans slip by the wayside. It happens more often than you’d think: your tech doesn’t […]

Posted on October 10, 2018

by Maria Campo Woytuk

The Flic Mac app is an essential tool for any Apple computer owner. From productivity and presentation apps to music and smart home control, create shortcuts triggered by the push of a Flic button. Just like you would on your phone, but even better: unlock Mac-specific actions you don’t have on your phone. Download App […]

Posted on October 3, 2018

by Jacob Worsøe

Google Analytics is normally used to track visitors on websites, but with a little creativity and a Flic button, it can be used to track events in the real world.   When Google Analytics launched universal analytics, they also launched a new API, called Measurement Protocol, to send data to Google Analytics from all kinds […]

Posted on October 30, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

  Scare your guests with Flic this Halloween! Here are some sneaky tricks you can try. Flashing electricity Press Flic discretely to suddenly kill all the lights in the room. If you’re all at the dinner table and no one has their phone out then your friends will think the power is out. Press again […]

Posted on October 4, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

The Sales Office An American direct-sales team bought Flic for their employees and put one on each desk. When employees complete a regular sale, they click their button. It makes the lights in their office flash in green and a message be sent out in their internal communications channel. When they complete a major sale, they […]

Posted on September 11, 2017

by Daniel Abdiu

IFA – One of Europe’s biggest trade show for Consumer electronics We are back from IFA. For those of you not familiar with IFA, it’s the world’s leading trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances held in Berlin, Germany. Tech enthusiasts from all over the world are there to see what’s new in the market […]

Posted on September 6, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

How Musicians are Transforming Performances with Flic Every day, musicians find creative ways to incorporate Flic buttons into their performances, adding a new level of freedom and flow to their setups. One such musician, a music teacher based in Qatar, shared how Flic has become a game-changer in his teaching sessions and live performances: “O…….M………G […]

Posted on July 19, 2017

by Daniel Abdiu

Flic is a proud sponsor of Swedish Open. All tennis players get their own special edition Flic button to keep track on their training. How it started It’s a Monday morning, and I just arrived at the office sitting with my first cup of coffee and going through the inbox. There is a mail from […]

Posted on July 18, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

When we dreamed up the Flic Hub, we had a wish list. It should be powered by a single board computer, an ARM System-on-Chip and run a new Linux version so we could run the latest Bluetooth version. It would retail for less than $100 and ship in October. For that dream to be a […]

Posted on July 11, 2017

by Elin Härén

Today, I am proud to announce that we have signed a deal with our first B2B client for the Flic Hub! At Shortcut Labs, we always value creativity before anything else, especially formal processes and procedures. After the Flic launch, we did, however, learn the importance of continuous testing. The Flic Hub is the perfect […]

Posted on June 22, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

We launched The Flic Hub on Indiegogo and received $200,000 in pre-orders in less than 24 hours. Here is how that came to be. The Flic fans, our brand ambassadors, are the people that made this happen. Many of who have been with us, supporting us from the original launch of the Flic button. You […]

Posted on June 13, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

More than two years ago, we successfully launched Flic on Indiegogo. To date, we have sold and delivered over 200,000 Flic buttons globally. Now, we’re at it again. The Flic Hub is ready to be released on Indiegogo! Our most requested improvement The Flic Hub makes Flic even better than before. It brings WiFi connectivity […]

Posted on June 2, 2017

by Elin Härén

Tomorrow, thousands of people will run 42 195 meters through the streets of Flic’s hometown, in the 39th edition of Stockholm Marathon. We have some hobby runners in the Flic team, and I, being a former professional football player, still like to test my limits miles after miles on a weekly basis. Though I will […]

Posted on May 9, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

Dear Friends, Today we are proud to give you support for IKEA Trådfri connected lighting series. Use Flic or Flic Lights to quickly turn the IKEA lights on or off, change the color temperature, or dim them to a favorite preset. Buy Flic and Flic Lights here. IKEA made a big splash in the Home […]

Posted on April 5, 2017

by Elin Härén

At Shortcut Labs, we are on a mission to defeat complexity. Everything we do is aimed towards helping people achieve more with less effort. This is where our new integration with Microsoft Flow comes into the conversation. For those not familiar with Flow, it is the latest contribution to automated workflows. It is an awesome suite of powerful and automated […]

Posted on April 1, 2017

by Joacim Westlund

Actual, wireless push buttons, not much bigger than the keys on your keyboard, that connects to your Mac through Bluetooth. No dongle required. Today we’re proud to release the Flic App for Mac. It’s quite simple: we give you extra buttons for your Mac. Good’ol favorite buttons, but for your desk. The Flic Mac App […]

Posted on May 4, 2016

by Anton Meier

Hi, Today we are trying something new. We have since the very first release of Flic received a lot of requests from you about using Flic on other devices than their smartphones. While we have had a beta version of a Linux SDK up for a while, Mac support is something we have always wanted […]

Posted on April 17, 2016

by Joacim Westlund

Did you know Flic can control over 500 apps using Zapier? Flic is live on Zapier since a while ago and is used by heaps of Flicers every day. Chances are, if you thought about anything you want to do with Flic that is not yet available in the Flic App, you can do it […]

Posted on April 14, 2016

by Joacim Westlund

This Blog post was covered in The Verge Apr 19, 2016 [link] The very first batch of Flic we created cannot be firmware updated. Unfortunately, this means that they are not future proof and cannot be used with much of the new functionality we are providing. That sucks. The First Batch is the most important […]