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November 20, 2025

Gentex and Genie to Bring Cloud-Based Garage Door Activation to HomeLink

Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX) and The Genie® Company today announced an agreement that allows Gentex to integrate Genie’s Aladdin Connect® platform into HomeLink®, the automotive industry’s leading car-to-home automation system.

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July 24, 2025

The Genie® Company and Pro Football Hall of Fame Extend Their Partnership

Genie: ‘The Official Garage Door Opener of the Pro Football Hall of Fame’

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July 24, 2024

The Genie® Company and The Pro Football Hall of Fame Extend Their Partnership

The Genie Company, a leader in garage door opener technology, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame are pleased to announce the extension of their strategic partnership. Genie will now proudly serve as "The Official Garage Door Opener of the Pro Football Hall of Fame," marking a significant milestone in their collaboration.

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October 5, 2023

The Genie® Company Introduces New Light-Duty Commercial Trolley Operator

Matched with the heavy-duty residential rail, the GCL-LT allows an easy-to-install, powerful DC motor that sets a new standard in the industry and includes Wi-Fi functionality as an option.

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September 13, 2023

Genie and The Pro Football Hall of Fame Launch Partnership at 2023 Enshrinement Week

The Genie® Company, a leading innovator in garage door opener technology, is delighted to announce a partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame, a hallmark alliance that combines the power of innovation with the spirit of legendary achievement.

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March 23, 2023

The Genie Company Launches a New Addition to the BenchSentry Family of Products

The Genie® Company is pleased to announce the newest addition to our portfolio of package protection products, the BenchSentry® package delivery box, an economical solution to the growing package theft problem.

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September 9, 2021

The Genie Company Acquires BenchSentry

The Genie Company is pleased to announce the acquisition of BenchSentry, the premier package delivery porch box solution. BenchSentry’s platform provides contactless convenience while addressing the growing package theft problem.

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December 14, 2020

The Genie Company Announces Production Expansion

Additional product line will help Genie meet increasing demand both now and, in the future, as the company looks to help meet customer needs for the entire garage door opener category.

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November 2019

Installer of the Month Named - Meet Landon Cook of J&J Overhead Door!

Genie is awarding some of the top technicians, nominated by Genie dealers, with an “Installer of the Month” award.

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September 2019

Installer of the Month Named - Meet Scott Perry of Straight Up Garage Doors!

Genie is awarding some of the top technicians, nominated by Genie dealers, with an “Installer of the Month” award.

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October 8, 2018

“Genie Man” Makes Madison Avenue Debut for The Genie Company at Advertising Week

Genie Man Competes with Brand Icons at 15th Annual Walk of Fame Icon Awards and Helps Close NASDAQ.

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March 28, 2018

Genie Introduces the NEW Model 3120 Opener with Integrated Aladdin Connect

Model 3120 Can Be Ordered With or Without Battery Backup.

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2016

Introducing the NEW Genie LED Light Bulb

Eliminate or reduce garage door opener remote interference.

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2016

Home Improvement Guru Danny Lipford Features Genie on Satellite Media Tour

The national home improvement show Today's Homeowner with Danny Lipford recently featured Genie openers.

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July 11, 2013

Genie and Wayne Dalton® Sponsor American Cancer Society Employee Run and Walk

The Genie Company in conjunction with Wayne Dalton recently sponsored an employee 5k run and one mile walk to raise funds for the on‐going battle against cancer.

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Genie Featured in International Door & Operator Magazine

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November 7, 2025

Genie Expands Access Solutions with Innovative Gate Operator Line

Genie®, a trusted leader in garage door openers and home access technology, is proud to introduce a groundbreaking new line of residential and commercial gate operators—engineered for performance, built for durability, and designed with smart connectivity in mind.

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May 15, 2025

The Genie® Company Unveils New Linear Actuator Gate Operator for Residential Applications

Genie®, a leading innovator in garage door openers and home security products, proudly announces the release of its newest innovation: a residential linear actuator gate operator designed for reliability, efficiency, and ease of installation.

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April 2, 2024

The Genie® Company Unveils The Innovation Center

The Genie® Company, along with its parent company, Overhead Door Corporation, is excited to announce the grand opening of our Innovation Center, a revolutionary facility poised to redefine the landscape of garage door and access innovation.

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September 21, 2023

The Genie® Company Introduces New Light-Duty Commercial Jackshaft

The GCL-LJ is based on the well-known and award-winning Genie residential wall mount series and now includes many commercial features standard to most of the Genie Commercial Line platform.

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August 24, 2023

The Genie® Company Works with Amazon Key In-Garage Delivery
Providing Secure In-Garage Delivery 

The Genie® Company is delighted to announce that our line of reliable, Wi-Fi-enabled smart garage door openers and controllers now work with Amazon Key In-Garage Delivery to conveniently and securely deliver Amazon packages and groceries inside the garage.

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March 21, 2023

The Genie® Company Introduces 24V Operators with Integrated LED Lighting

The Genie Company, a leading manufacturer of smart, connected garage door openers and accessories for residential and commercial applications, is proud to announce the release of its latest 24V operators, the Models 2128L & 2128BL, both with integrated LED lighting!

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The Genie Company Receives IDA Industry Member Service Award

Genie was awarded the IDA 2021 Industry award. The Industry Member Service Award honors an industry member of the association for its continued excellence in business, for significant contribution to the International Door Association.

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May 26, 2020

The Genie Company Partners with Brilliant

Now homebuilders, custom integrators, and homeowners can install smart home systems that offer access control over door locks and garage doors at a mass-market price point.

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December 2, 2019

The Genie Company Partners with Yonomi

The Genie Company is excited to announce the integration of its full line of Wi-Fi enabled smart garage door openers and controllers with Yonomi.

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May 1, 2019

The Genie Company Expands Smart Opener Capabilities for Aladdin Connect® App

The Genie Company announces that its Aladdin Connect Smart Garage Door Openers and Controllers are now even smarter.

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June 19, 2018

Genie Featured on Discovery Channel's 'American Chopper' with Debut of Custom Chopper

The Genie Company lands a coveted feature on 'American Chopper' with a custom Genie Chopper built by Paul Teutul, Jr. Designs.

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June 15, 2018

Genie Unveils New Genie Man Mascot

One of America’s Iconic Brands Brings Life to Company Symbol.

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March 1, 2016

The Genie Company Receives IoT Evolution Connected Home and Building Award

Genie's Aladdin Connect® smart device enabled garage door controller is honored for Internet of Things innovation.

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June 19, 2014

Genie Featured on How It's Made

The Genie Company was featured on the popular show How It's Made, appearing on Science Channel USA.

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2013

Genie Makes Strong Impact at 2013 International Door Association Expo

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September, 2012

GENIE announces 'Open Sesame' Video Contest Grand Prize Winner!

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Genie Pro Garage Door Opener G3120HL (2)

October 6, 2025

The Genie® Company Introduces New Models G3120HL & G3120HL-B with Integrated Aladdin Connect

The G3120HL, a newly designed opener that blends cutting-edge technology with a sleek, 
modern industrial design. Engineered for today’s connected lifestyles, the G3120HL delivers enhanced security, convenience, and durability.

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September 17, 2024

The Genie Company Introduces Child Guard Battery Lock

Genie, a leading innovator in garage door openers and home security products, proudly announces the launch of its new patent-pending child guard battery lock, a mechanical system designed to secure the coin cell battery in Genie® garage door opener remotes and provide another layer of protection for children.

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January 16, 2024

The Genie® Company Announces Exciting New Partnership with Split Decision Racing

The all-volunteer Split Decision Racing team based in Nashville, TN, known for its commitment to excellence and its unwavering dedication to achieving success on the racetrack, is a great match for The Genie Company's dedication to delivering innovative, reliable, and cutting-edge solutions to homeowners worldwide.

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September 19, 2023

The Genie® Company Introduces New Line of Medium Duty Commercial Operators

The Genie Company, a leading manufacturer of smart, connected garage door openers and accessories for residential and commercial applications, is proud to announce the release of its new Z-Series medium-duty line of commercial operators.

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July 18, 2023

The Genie Company and RTI Announce Garage Integration

Genie®, together with leading control and automation manufacturer RTI, today announced a new integration enabling Genie’s full line of Wi-Fi-enabled garage door openers powered by Aladdin Connect® to be controlled within RTI smart home control systems from RTI remotes, touch panels, and mobile apps.

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March 14, 2023

The Genie Company Wins Ruling in United States District Court for Claims Brought by Chamberlain Group

The Genie Company is pleased to announce that a jury in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas ruled in Genie’s favor on all claims brought by the Chamberlain Group, LLC (“Chamberlain”) with regard to United States Patent Nos. 8,587,404, 8,144,011, and 9,644,416.

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January 21, 2021

The Genie Company Announces Integration with Samsung SmartThings

The Genie Company is pleased to announce the Aladdin Connect smart garage door openers and retrofit kits are now integrated with Samsung SmartThings.

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January 2020

Installer of the Month Named - Meet Rob Bilak of Williams Distributing!

Genie is awarding some of the top technicians, nominated by Genie dealers, with an “Installer of the Month” award.

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October 2019

Installer of the Month Named - Meet Cody Johnson of Garage Door Doctor!

Genie is awarding some of the top technicians, nominated by Genie dealers, with an “Installer of the Month” award.

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May 1, 2019

The Genie Company Integrates Aladdin Connect® Smart System into Builder Grade Garage Door Openers

The Genie Company announces the addition of integrated Aladdin Connect® and its Wi-Fi capable system to its popular builder grade models.

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June 6, 2018

Genie Announces our 'Open Sesame' Video Contest Winners

Joe Binetti brings home grand prize of $10,000.

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October 10, 2016

Introducing the NEW Model 3020

Model 3020 Can Be Ordered With or Without BBU for Maximum Inventory Flexibility.

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September 4, 2015

Introducing the New Remote Access Garage Door Controller – Aladdin Connect®

Aladdin Connect provides security and convenience by allowing remote access to a garage door using a smart device.

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December 9, 2013

Genie Launches the NEW ReliaG® 850 & 650 Openers

High quality models geared to value-driven consumers and builders.

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March 28, 2013

Introducing the NEW Battery Backup Option!

When the power goes out, Genie power goes on...

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May 2012

Genie Commercial Openers 'Voted #1 Hottest New Product at Expo 2012'

Genie Company announces a product line expansion with the launch of our new Commercial Line of door operators. Genie is expanding its well-known iconic brand to commercial and industrial markets with an extensive line of heavy, standard, medium, and light-duty models.

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