smart home
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Samsung announces new AI home screens for its smart fridges and laundry appliances
Samsung previews its CES launches, including new AI Home screens
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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I’m a smart home expert – these are the best smart home releases from 2024
11 smart home releases from 2024 actually worth buying, including Amazon Echo and Google Nest
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Hisense's CES smart home launches have been revealed – and they're about to make household chores a lot easier
There are five new products altogether
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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New study reveals the huge security flaw that homeowners are overlooking in the winter
Yale experts reveal how safe your home is in the winter – and how to improve your security
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Skylight adds an AI ‘sidekick’ to its smart calendars and it can plan your weekly meals
Skylight’s new AI Sidekick plans your meals, sets chores and organises your calendar
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Apple Watch can now get in on the Bluesky revolution
Post to the social media platform directly from your wrist
By Britta O'Boyle Published
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Smart holiday lights: are they worth it?
With Christmas right around the corner, smart holiday lights are a good way to spice up your house inside and out
By Max Slater-Robins Published
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Lockin’s new smart lock doubles as a video doorbell and reads your palms
Lockin launches the 4-in-1 Smart Lock and its recognition is seriously impressive
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Two new Eufy smart locks are coming – and they could be there a lot sooner than expected
Both models are rumoured to feature palm recognition
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Homey debuts new Dashboards feature but not all Homey users can try it
Homey’s new Dashboards make it easier to control your smart home devices
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Your IKEA smart lights can now automatically adjust to match the time of day
The new dynamic lighting mode is available now
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Amazon Alexa’s most asked questions revealed – AI and celebrity heights had a starring role
Alexa! What were your most asked questions of 2024?
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Meross takes on Google with the launch of its first Matter-compatible smart thermostat
It’s the third model in history to receive Matter certification
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Google Home’s ‘Help Me’ script is finally available and it’s made automations easier
Public Preview users can now use Gemini to make custom automations in Google Home
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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SwannBuddy4K Video Doorbell review: a well-built video doorbell that ticks many boxes
This smart doorbell from Swann promises top-tier security with innovative features, but does it live up to the performance of well-established rivals like Ring?
By Lee Bell Published
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Apple’s smart home security system is on its way, says expert
Apple's reportedly getting serious about the smart home
By Carrie Marshall Published
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Govee launches Tetris-inspired panel smart lights – the perfect Christmas gift for gamers
Govee’s Mini Panel Lights is what you need for your gaming set-up
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Eve launches its first ever Android app – but it only works with select devices
Eve Systems announces Android app and Matter version of its smart radiator thermostat
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Swann’s latest security camera has the strongest Wi-Fi signal we’ve seen – and no subscription fees
The Swann MaxRange4K is solar-powered with 20 times the range of other wireless cameras
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Philips Hue finally upgrades its app with multi-bridge support
Philips Hue users with multiple Hue Bridges are going to love this app update
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Your old Nest Cams have finally been added to the Google Home app
Nest Cam IQ users can finally add their cameras to the Google Home app
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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3 security cameras that don't require a monthly subscription
Fed up with paying hefty subscription fees? You don't have to
By Lizzie Wilmot Last updated
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Amazon Echo Show range expands... literally – new 21-inch model and Echo Show 15 now available
Amazon announces two new Echo Show models, including its biggest yet
By Rik Henderson Published
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AI-powered Google Nest upgrade simplifies finding familiar faces
Google Nest cameras getting huge AI upgrade, thanks to Gemini
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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You'll never have a false alarm again with Aqara's new smart smoke detector
It's available to buy now
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Blink’s new Sync hub expands its security camera’s reach – but there’s a big catch
Blink releases the third generation of its Sync Module XR
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Apple’s new home hub could be the smart home kit you’ve been dreaming of
More details on Apple's wall-mounted smart home hub are emerging – think a more home-focused iPad mini
By Carrie Marshall Published
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I've never been too fussed about smart locks, but this tiny model has changed my mind
The Level Lock+ (Matter) is seriously impressive
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Google Home AI update could change the way you use smart cameras forever
Google is bringing lots of Gemini AI improvements to its smart home platform
By Carrie Marshall Published