Smart home devices and connected technology, from security systems and smart appliances to everyday gadgets that make homes more convenient and efficient.
Dicio, a free, open-source voice assistant for Android, provides a decentralised alternative to Google’s Gemini, prioritising user privacy and local processing but with limited features compared to mainstream AI assistants. Google is steadily steering Android users towards Gemini, but there…
Increasing smart-home device deployments are causing Wi-Fi instability due to radio channel congestion, prompting calls for hardware upgrades and network management strategies. Many households experience unstable Wi-Fi because the network is carrying more connected devices than it was designed to…
As fingerprint locks become standard in Singapore homes, safety regulations and climate conditions are shaping smarter, more compliant security choices for homeowners, with an increasing focus on certified, weather-resistant, and regulation-compliant solutions. For Singapore homeowners, fingerprint locks have moved from…
Users who believe their devices recorded conversations without a wake word may be eligible for payouts up to $56, but must file claims by 27 August 2026, in a recent $68 million settlement. Google users who believe their devices captured…
Researchers have uncovered two critical remote code execution flaws in Unitree’s G1 EDU humanoid robot, exposing potential for unauthorised root access via network and Bluetooth vectors amidst ongoing firmware concerns. Security researcher Olivier Laflamme has disclosed two separate root remote…
Domocasa’s innovative integrated apartment in Casablanca is among five global nominees for the 2026 KNX Awards, showcasing Morocco’s growing prowess in smart building technologies and open standards for intelligent homes. A Moroccan smart home project has been shortlisted for the…
eQ-3’s Homematic IP system broadens its range with six new connected cameras and a video doorbell, transforming from alarm and water-leak protection to a comprehensive home surveillance solution managed via a unified app, with enhanced features and data protection. eQ-3…
Telecommunications giant TP-Link has identified critical security flaws in 65 router models supplied by internet providers, but due to manufacturer restrictions, customers cannot apply the necessary patches themselves, raising concerns over widespread vulnerability and dependence on service providers for updates.…
Security experts reveal longstanding backdoors in ZBT-based routers, dating back to 2019, exposing devices worldwide to remote control, credential theft, and DNS hijacking, prompting calls for urgent device reassessment. Security researchers have identified two backdoors in ZBT-based white-label routers that…
A serious security flaw in Calix’s GigaSpire 7u10txg home router allows attackers from the internet to modify firewall rules without login, raising urgent security concerns for ISP-managed devices and connected homes. A critical flaw in Calix’s GigaSpire 7u10txg home router…
AT&T introduces a modular home security system combining Google Nest devices, professional monitoring, and cellular backup, targeting US households already within the AT&T ecosystem, offering resilience without long-term commitments. AT&T Connected Life is pitched as a single home security system…
New research reveals that the most effective smart kitchen devices focus on solving common problems simply and efficiently, emphasising durability, ease of use, and integration into daily routines over feature-heavy designs. Smart kitchen gadgets are attracting attention because they promise…
