Smart home devices and connected technology, from security systems and smart appliances to everyday gadgets that make homes more convenient and efficient.
OpenAI advances toward consumer hardware with a high-end, puck-shaped smart speaker designed for all-day use and immersive AI interactions, potentially challenging established tech giants and redefining home assistant aesthetics. OpenAI is moving closer to consumer hardware with a smart speaker…
RainPoint unveils its Smart Watering Ecosystem at CES 2026, combining connectivity, sensors, and adaptive scheduling to optimise garden watering and reduce waste. Smart water timers have long promised convenience but often fail at the point that matters most: they follow…
OpenAI, in collaboration with Jony Ive’s io Products, is set to launch its first consumer device, a camera-equipped smart speaker, by 2027, signalling a new chapter in AI-driven hardware and competition with tech giants like Amazon and Apple. OpenAI’s first…
OpenAI is set to launch a compact, battery-powered AI-first computer designed for voice interaction and ambient assistance, marking a significant shift beyond traditional software into dedicated consumer hardware. OpenAI is preparing to enter the consumer hardware market as early as…
Expert advice emphasises treating detached garages as integral to home security, urging upgrades from structural reinforcement to smart technology to prevent theft and damage. A detached garage can be an attractive target because it is often set apart from the…
From double convection and remote monitoring to compact designs for smaller spaces, the latest smart wall ovens are reshaping modern cooking with a blend of connectivity, capacity, and simplicity, catering to varied household needs. Smart wall ovens are moving from…
Xiaomi has launched its Mijia sub-brand in India, signalling a strategic shift towards connected home devices and large appliances, with plans to broaden its ecosystem beyond smartphones and smart TVs. Xiaomi has brought Mijia to India as its latest sub-brand,…
AVM introduces Matter bridge support in the Fritz!Box 5690 Pro beta, moving the router closer to becoming a comprehensive smart home hub with native compatibility across major ecosystems. AVM has pushed its FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro a step closer to becoming…
OpenAI advances into consumer hardware with a pocket-sized AI assistant designed for natural conversation, blending sleek design with machine learning, amid legal clashes with Apple. OpenAI is moving closer to consumer hardware with a first device that, if current reporting…
OpenAI is developing a distinctive, camera-equipped, screenless portable speaker aiming for a 2026 launch, positioning itself as a premium AI companion with potential face recognition and unique design, backed by Jony Ive’s involvement. OpenAI’s first consumer device is taking shape…
Google is rolling out the shutdown of its classic Assistant on mobile devices, shifting users towards its more advanced AI, Gemini, in a phased approach that began on September 4, 2023, impacting smartphones, tablets, and Wear OS devices. Google is…
OpenAI’s first consumer device is shaping up as a portable, screenless, AI-powered smart speaker with a camera, mechanical features, and a high-end design, signalling a move into AI-first consumer electronics. OpenAI’s first piece of consumer hardware is taking shape as…
