7 smart home launches from June 2026, featuring Google, Ring, Philips, SwitchBot and more
June was full of smart speakers, cameras and lighting – here’s what you missed
The month of June was full of exciting smart home launches, including a long-awaited smart speaker, security cameras and doorbells, and plenty of exciting smart lights, so here’s what you might have missed.
Amongst the new launches were plenty of updates to existing products. For example, the Amazon Echo Hub was upgraded with better customisation, while Blink added AI tiers to its subscriptions. These updates, alongside new integrations and app features, just go to show that smart home devices are still getting smarter everyday.
Below, I’ve highlighted the best smart home launches from June 2026, featuring the likes of Google, Ring, Philips, SwitchBot and more.
1. Google Home Speaker
After months of speculation, the Google Home Speaker finally launched this month. The new smart speaker from Google is the brand’s new flagship model, and it comes as a replacement for Google Nest Mini and Audio speakers which were recently discontinued.
The Google Home Speaker is a big change from its previous Nest speakers. It has a look more similar to Amazon’s Echo Dots and the Apple HomePod, with its spherical shape and flat base. It also comes with Gemini voice commands and smart home assistance, and 360 degree sound – and it’s surprisingly affordable at £99 / $99.
2. Ring Spotlight Cam (2nd Gen) and Floodlight Cam (2nd Gen)
This month, Ring expanded its security camera line-up with two Retinal 2K models. Ring has been seriously upgrading its camera quality this year, and the Spotlight (2nd Gen) and Floodlight Cam (2nd Gen) are no exception, with both devices offering sharp image quality and flexible power options.
Both the Ring Spotlight (2nd Gen) and the Ring Floodlight Cam (2nd Gen) have built-in lighting, with the former offering 550 lumen and the latter 2000. The lights illuminate the outside of your home so you can see everything clearly even in low light. They’re also handy to scare off potential intruders. Prices start at £149.99 / $169.99.
3. Philips Skylight
Signify unveiled a new ceiling light range called the Philips Skylight, designed to mimic natural daylight indoors. The Philips Skylight uses advanced LED technology to capture the brightness, depth and rhythm of sunlight, including automatic Day Rhythm adjustments and vitamin D support.
As part of the new Philips Smart Lighting range, the Philips Skylight isn’t technically a smart light in the traditional sense. Instead, the light is operated by a remote control and not an app. However, I’ve included it in this round-up as it still has five pre-set lighting scenes and its Day Rhythm function that adjusts throughout the day.
4. EZVIZ EP8 Ultra
Ever wanted your video doorbell to greet you with an AI-powered animal? Of course you have, and EZVIZ’s latest video doorbell does just that as the brand’s smartest, most interactive model yet. The EZVIZ EP8 Ultra (which we gave five stars in our review) has a built-in AI screen which has three animal characters that respond to your guests and actions.
Alongside its raccoon, husky and panda characters, the EZVIZ EP8 Ultra has dual camera lenses to capture all the action. The top camera has 6MP 3K+ resolution, and a 162° field of view to see visitors, while the bottom camera has a 2MP 1080p downward-facing lens to see your doorstep.
5. Philips Hue Play Lamps
This month, Philips Hue expanded its Play Lamps collection with three new versions – the Play Table Lamp, Play Floor Lamp Compact and Play Floor Lamp Large. Featuring RGBWWIC gradient lighting, the new Philips Hue Play Lamps have a maximum height of 135cm and a new, thin design.
The main focus of the Philips Hue Play Lamps – aside from colourful lighting – is syncing with your entertainment. They connect to your TV via its Hue Sync TV or Hue Play HDMI Sync Box products, so the lamps can create lighting scenes that bring out the colour and action of the TV series or movie you’re watching.
6. Reolink Argus MagiCam
Many Reolink security cameras arrived in the UK in June, including the Argus MagiCam. A pocket-sized wireless camera that can be used both inside and outside, the Reolink Argus MagiCam has a seriously clever installation as it comes with a magnetic mounting pad that you can attach to any surface you like.
Powered by AA batteries, the Reolink Argus MagiCam actually has a pretty good battery life with the brand claiming to offer up to nine months of charge. It has a similar design to Blink’s Mini range and has 2MP camera resolution. At just £49.99, it’s inexpensive and there’s no ongoing monthly fees, either.
7. SwitchBot RGBICWW Ceiling Light
June has been a big month for SwitchBot as it was announced that Nanoleaf was acquired by its parent company, OneRobotics. But the thing we’re most excited about is its new RGBICWW Ceiling Light, its latest Matter-compatible ceiling light.
Available in two sizes, the SwitchBot RGBICWW Ceiling Light has powerful, colourful effects, including 1-100% dimming and tunable white lighting. It offers up to 3,200 lumens and doesn’t require a hub to become part of your smart home ecosystem, as you can use it with Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home.
