Smart home devices and connected technology, from security systems and smart appliances to everyday gadgets that make homes more convenient and efficient.
Apple prepares for one of its most ambitious autumn product launches in years, featuring a foldable iPhone Ultra, upgraded Apple Watch models, and new home devices, signalling a significant shift in its hardware strategy. Apple is preparing what could be…
Amazon introduces two versions of its Ring Intercom in Italy, offering a basic audio model and an upgraded video version, expanding home automation options without requiring wiring changes. Amazon is offering two versions of Ring Intercom in Italy, giving buyers…
As Singapore’s HDB homeowners in Sembawang North embrace digitised entrance systems, industry experts emphasise the importance of coordinated, fire-rated solutions that ensure both security and compliance amidst rising safety standards. For many new Sembawang North homeowners, the front entrance is…
A range of innovative robotic pets now offer tailored experiences, from cuddly companions to programming platforms, reflecting evolving consumer preferences and technological advances in the market. Robot pets now span several distinct categories, from soft companions and desktop characters to…
As consumers seek more private, reliable, and cost-effective options, locally stored and automated smart-home devices are disrupting the subscription-driven market, especially for cameras and alarm systems, offering greater independence and longer data retention without ongoing fees. Smart-home subscriptions can be…
A network-attached storage box is transforming from a simple hard drive into the heart of modern home setups, offering enhanced control, security, and entertainment capabilities, and challenging reliance on cloud services. A network-attached storage box can look unremarkable at first…
HTC is reportedly developing a new mid-range smartphone powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, signalling a strategic shift to regain relevance in a competitive market where it formerly held a strong position. HTC appears to be preparing a new…
Ring’s latest indoor wireless cameras introduce 2K video, 360-degree coverage, and improved night vision, transforming DIY home security with easy setup and modular privacy controls. Ring’s indoor wireless cameras have become a straightforward entry point into connected home security, mainly…
Apple is set to launch a refreshed HomePod mini this autumn, featuring a new processor, Wi-Fi 7, and enhanced connectivity, ending a long hardware hiatus and signalling a broader push into the smart home market. Apple is preparing a long-awaited…
Zoe Ball’s joke highlights a pressing concern: while smart speakers and phones are designed with privacy features, accidental recordings, hacking, and data collection remain risks. Experts recommend simple measures to safeguard personal information. Zoe Ball’s joke about talking to her…
Apple is set to refresh its home devices, including the HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K, with new hardware aimed at enhancing Siri’s functionality across the home, complemented by an upcoming central smart-home hub. Apple is preparing a wider refresh…
From NFC tags to control panels and device enclosures, 3D printing is unlocking new practicality and customisation in smart home automation, making devices more discreet, accessible, and tailored to household needs. A 3D printer can do far more than produce…
