Smart home devices and connected technology, from security systems and smart appliances to everyday gadgets that make homes more convenient and efficient.
Experts warn that the success of a smart home depends on a solid foundation, prioritising stable networking, local control, and thoughtful design over complexity and convenience, to avoid common pitfalls and ensure enduring functionality. Most smart homes do not fail…
Modern garage doors now offer advanced security features such as rolling-code technology, keypad entry, and notification alerts, ensuring better protection against unauthorised access without compromising ease of use or reliability. Modern garage doors now do far more than lift and…
Recent investigations reveal that LG’s smart TVs may be logging user content, mapping devices, and exposing home networks to security risks, prompting calls for tighter privacy controls and user awareness. Smart TVs face growing scrutiny over data tracking and security…
Recent security investigations reveal that LG and Samsung smart televisions are embedding proxy software and collecting extensive device and audio data, raising concerns over consumer privacy amidst major manufacturers’ responses to the scandal. A fresh set of security findings has…
The CSA has launched certification for Suzi, a sub-GHz extension for Zigbee, enhancing long-range, low-power connectivity for industrial, municipal, and home applications, marking a significant step in IoT standardisation. The Connectivity Standards Alliance has opened certification for Suzi, its sub-GHz…
Konyks has introduced a new €199.90 connected security bundle that integrates alarm hardware, video monitoring, and remote control, signalling a move towards more comprehensive home security systems. Konyks has added a new connected security bundle to its range, combining alarm…
Investigations reveal LG’s smart televisions continue to collect and transmit user data, including audio recordings, even when in standby mode, raising significant privacy concerns amid scrutiny of connected device practices. LG’s smart televisions are drawing fresh scrutiny after a report…
Rithum has launched a new mobile app that enhances its wall-mounted heating system, offering homeowners remote management of heating, cooling, and hot water with local scheduling capabilities, ensuring continuous operation even without internet connectivity. Rithum has launched a new smartphone…
ADT Blu’s innovative system design incorporates built-in expandability, enabling homeowners to adapt their security setup without replacing the core platform, reflecting a shift towards more flexible smart home security solutions. For homeowners with ADT Blu, expansion is built into the…
Retired smart doorbells can be repurposed for home security, automation, wildlife monitoring, or DIY projects, extending their usefulness and reducing electronic waste, even after they no longer serve as front door protectors. A retired smart doorbell does not have to…
Ugreen enters the smart home market with a local processing AIoT system featuring a range of hubs that prioritise user data privacy, leveraging Matter compatibility and onboard AI for security and automation , but at a premium price. UGREEN has…
Advanced smart smoke alarms now integrate communication, automation, and safety features, shifting the focus from mere detection to holistic home safety systems tailored to various user needs. Smart smoke detectors now do more than sound a siren. They can send…
