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The Philips Hue app (pictured) version 5.44.0 for iOS is now available. (Image source: Philips Hue)

Philips Hue releases new update for smart home app

Philips Hue has released version 5.44.0 of its iOS app to users of its smart home products. This appears to be a relatively minor update. Plus, some users may be disappointed to note that an exciting upcoming feature has not been ...

Polly Allcock, 13 Jun 2025 15:05

The Xiaomi Smart Temperature and Humidity Monitor 3 Mini is set for a global launch. (Image source: Xiaomi)

New mini Xiaomi Smart Temperature and Humidity Monitor launching globally

The Xiaomi Smart Temperature and Humidity Monitor 3 Mini will be released in various markets worldwide, according to a new product listing. This smart home product was recently launched in China as a more compact version of an old...

Polly Allcock, 13 Jun 2025 13:13

TCL has launched the D2 Pro Palm Vein Digital Smart Door Lock in various countries. (Image source: TCL, edited)

TCL releases new Palm Vein Smart Lock in the US

TCL has launched the new D2 Pro Palm Vein Digital Smart Door Lock with Keypad in the US. Also available in Canada and Australia, this smart home device allows you to unlock your front door with a wave of your hand. Other features ...

Polly Allcock, 13 Jun 2025 12:48

The Google Home Spring 2025 update has been announced. (Image source: Google)

Google Home update adds new features and customization options

Google’s Home Spring 2025 update is rolling out to users of the brand’s smart home ecosystem. It is said to bring several new features, including presence detection based Home and Away routines and improved camera footage reviewin...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jun 2025 18:35

The Xiaomi Air Conditioner OTA 5.6.1 update has been announced. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases new OTA update for smart air conditioners

The Xiaomi Air Conditioner OTA 5.6.1 update is now being released to users of the brand’s Air Conditioner Pro series products. This release was recently announced by a senior member of the Xiaomi team on Weibo. The update is said ...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jun 2025 18:28

Home Assistant 2025.6 is now available. (Image source: Home Assistant)

Home Assistant 2025.6 arrives with new Bluetooth connection graph

The Home Assistant 2025.6 release is now available. This update brings a wide range of features and enhancements, including a new way to visualize Bluetooth device connections. The release also brings support for more smart home p...

Polly Allcock, 12 Jun 2025 12:50

This new smart home device should be quite versatile (Image source: Waveshare)

Waveshare: New smart home displays come with WiFi and Bluetooth

Waveshare is now offering two new touchscreens with integrated circuit boards, which should be suitable for a wide variety of projects, including smart homes. Wireless network connectivity is supported, as is Bluetooth 5.

Silvio Werner, 07 Jun 2025 19:36

The ROG Strix GS-BE18000 is a new gaming router with WiFi 7 (Image source: Asus)

Asus: New WiFi 7 router for gamers offers 18,000 Mbps and many connectivity options

With WiFi 7 support and numerous ports, the ROG Strix GS-BE18000 is a pretty powerful router that is designed for demanding users and even gamers who are looking for low latency and quick transfer speeds during gaming.

Silvio Werner, 05 Jun 2025 22:21

Ultrahuman Home: System for monitoring environmental parameters. (Image source: Ultrahuman)

Ultrahuman Home: Smart home system for monitoring air quality, light exposure, temperature, noise and humidity

The Ultrahuman Home, a device for the smart home, is now available. This is a kind of extension of the smartwatch for recording and controlling various environmental parameters.

Silvio Werner, 01 Jun 2025 20:28

A digital warning indicator symbolising service disruption in an online platform (Image source: Pikwizard)

Group launches sustained DDoS attacks on BYOND in bid to force open-source release

The BYOND platform has been hit by sustained DDoS attacks from a group demanding the release of its source code. Disruptions have left services intermittently offline, raising concerns over the ethics of coercive digital activism.

Louise Burke, 23 May 2025 00:19

The SwitchBot Hub 3 is a new smart home base station (Image source: SwitchBot)

SwitchBot Hub 3: New smart home hub with Matter and infrared blaster launches

The SwitchBot Hub 3 is a new base station that can work with a wide variety of smart home devices and also includes a few sensors. The Hub 3 can even integrate older non-smart devices into smart home networks.

Silvio Werner, 22 May 2025 19:40

The Eufy E10 is a new smart display (Image source: Anker via JoJoDaGam3r)

Feature-rich Anker Eufy E10 smart display with built-in battery expected to launch soon

Anker is preparing to put a new smart display on the market. The Eufy E10 can be integrated into a smart home setup, as it can stream video from smart doorbells and security cameras. It also comes with an integrated battery, which...

Silvio Werner, 08 May 2025 22:33

Shelly is rolling out firmware version 1.6.0, which brings Matter support for various Gen3 devices. (Image source: Shelly)

Shelly Gen3 smart switches get Matter support in latest update

Several Shelly Gen3 smart switches are gaining support for the Matter protocol in a new beta update. Firmware version 1.6.0 is currently rolling out in phases to various products, including the Shelly 1 Gen3 and the Shelly Mini 1 ...

Polly Allcock, 02 May 2025 14:01

The Alpon X4 is a mini PC based on the Raspberry Pi (Image source: Sixfab)

Sixfab Alpon X4: Raspberry Pi-based mini PC comes with 4G LTE connectivity

The Alpon X4 is a mini PC powered by the Raspberry Pi and can connect to cellular 4G LTE networks. This is an edge device, which means that it’s particularly well-suited for professional and industrial settings.

Silvio Werner, 20 Apr 2025 16:47

The new system is designed to facilitate plant care (Image source: Oko)

Thirsty plants no more: Smart sensors simplify plant care

The Oko+ and Oko Lite are designed to help plant lovers simplify the process of properly watering their plants. Furthermore, the system can also monitor other important parameters.

Silvio Werner, 17 Apr 2025 09:48

Presto: Smart display designed for tinkering (Image source: Pimoroni)

Presto: Smart display with Raspberry Pi chip for makers and tinkerers

The Pimoroni Presto is a new smart display – or at the very least, serves an excellent foundation for one. Powered by a chip from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, the system is designed with ease of customisation in mind.

Silvio Werner, 15 Apr 2025 12:11

The UP 710S Edge is a silent mini PC designed for professional use cases (Image source: Aaeon)

New Aaeon UP 710S Edge mini PC is passively cooled and powered by Intel CPUs

Aaeon has added a particularly compact and quite versatile desktop computer to its lineup. The manufacturer is likely targeting professional customers with the completely silent UP 710S Edge.

Silvio Werner, 02 Apr 2025 21:47

The T-Deck Pro is a new mobile device for makers (Image source: LilyGo)

Lilygo's T-Deck Pro launches as IoT device with LoRa, touchscreen and keyboard

The T-Deck Pro from LilyGo is a new and rather unusual mobile IoT device that is equipped with an e-ink display which is easy to read even in sunlight. It also features wireless connectivity options and should be quite versatile f...

Silvio Werner, 29 Mar 2025 19:06

Shelly is updating its product lineup (Image source: Shelly)

Shelly Gen 4: New smart switches with ZigBee and Matter now available

Shelly is updating its product range and now offers a new generation of smart switches. These are designed to be versatile and promise compatibility with various protocols.

Silvio Werner, 22 Mar 2025 18:25

A promotional image for Google's 2nd Generation Chromecast, displayed in various colors. (Image Source: Google)

Google releases a new update that fixes 2nd Gen Chromecasts

Google has released an update to fix issues that users reported with their 2nd gen Chromecast devices and Chromecast audio. Last week, many 2nd gen device owners reported they couldn't cast any content using their devices.

Rohith Bhaskar, 18 Mar 2025 06:26

A product image displaying Google's Chromecast 2 in various colors. (Image Source: Google)

Google is working on a fix for 2nd Gen Chromecast users who can't cast content

Over the last few hours, various users have reported that they haven't been able to cast any audio or video content using their second-generation Chromecast devices. Google is aware of the issue and is working on a fix.

Rohith Bhaskar, 10 Mar 2025 11:45

A promotional image for GocalMe's PetPhone, a smartphone designed for pets. (Image Source: ucloudlink)

GlocalMe unveils PetPhone, a 'smartphone' for pets

At Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, GlocalMe showed off the 'first smartphone designed for pets.' The fancy pet collar can recognize actions such as barking and alert you if your pet is agitated. It also comes with a suite of hea...

Rohith Bhaskar, 05 Mar 2025 09:54

The Snapdragon X85 is announced. (Image source: Qualcomm)

MWC 2025 | Qualcomm unleashes Snapdragon X85 modem-RF rated for extra-fast 3.7Gb/s 5G uploads

Qualcomm asserts that its latest Snapdragon X85 modem-RF platform can drive new all-time highs in terms of bandwidth and upload speeds. It integrates a new AI processor touted to boost its signal strength and speed with reduced po...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Mar 2025 08:00

WUQI has now licensed Ceva's IP (Image source: Ceva)

WUQI licenses Ceva-Waves WiFi 6 IP to power new chip

The award-winning WQ9201 chip from WUQI microelectronics is now powered by Ceva's high performance WiFi 6 IP platform. WQ9201 optimizes both Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity and boasts a custom dual-band architecture, a more effici...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 06 Feb 2025 21:00

Homey is the first to take advantage of LG's opening of the ThinQ APIs. (Image source: LG)

LG x Homey: ThinQ devices are now part of Homey's ecosystem

After snapping up Homey for $61 million, LG is now expanding the reach of its ThinQ smart devices by opening its APIs. Users can now download the LG ThinQ companion app from the Homey appstore and control all connected LG ThinQ ap...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 18 Jan 2025 01:32

Took them long enough. (Image source: Google)

Nest Protect moves to the Google Home app

The death knell is finally ringing for Google's Nest app. With Google Home now supporting the Nest Protect smoke alarm, no more devices are exclusive to the Nest app. The app still works, but now has no tangible reason to exist.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 18 Jan 2025 01:14

TTTech Auto joins NXP Semiconductors (Image source: NXP Semiconductors)

Dutch chip maker NXP to buy Austrian TTTech Auto for over $600 million

As part of the quest to strengthen its foothold in the rapidly evolving automotive industry, Dutch chipmaker NXP Semiconductors is moving to acquire Austrian automotive safety software company TTTech Auto for no less than $625 mil...

Codrut Nistor, 07 Jan 2025 18:25

Meta is reportedly planning an on-screen display for Ray Ban smart glasses

Meta plans to add a display to its Ray-Ban smart glasses to show users notifications or messages while maintaining the same design. Meta plans to launch the updated glasses in the second half of 2025.

Rohith Bhaskar, 24 Dec 2024 10:03

X-ray of the O.MG cable. (Image source: Lumafield Voyager)

X-ray of O.MG cable: Lumafield shows why the USB-C cable developed by hackers is so difficult to detect

Be careful with other people's cables! Manipulated USB-C cables such as the O.MG cable are almost indistinguishable from originals. CT scans from Lumafield reveal the hidden chips that can be a danger to PCs and smartphones.

Marc Herter, 20 Dec 2024 01:47

Xiaomi unveils Mijia Air Purifier 5 Pro with dual-fan system and advanced filtration (Image source: Xiaomi)

Mijia Air Purifier 5 Pro launches with a dual-fan system and 618 CFM

Xiaomi's newest Mijia Air Purifier 5 Pro introduces dual-fan technology and six-layer filtration, delivering exceptional clean air output of 13,333L/minute. With advanced sensors and 99.99 percent virus removal capability, it sets...

Nathan Ali, 10 Dec 2024 19:46

An all-new app with outrageous platform and device limitations. (Image source: Eve)

Eve Systems supports only the Eve Thermo on Android

The smart home company has now released its Android app alongside a factory Matter-enabled version of its smart radiator valve, the Eve Thermo. The caveat is that the Android app at launch can only work with Google Home and can on...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 08 Dec 2024 21:48

Meross' Matter-supported thermostat is only compatible with North American HVAC systems. (Image source: Meross)

Meross launches a smart thermostat that supports Matter

Meross' latest product for the smart home presents a contender to Google Nest. The Meross Matter Smart Thermostat is the company's first Matter-compatible thermostat and at $69.99, provides the most bang for your buck.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 08 Dec 2024 16:26

With an in-built Thread radio, Bolt smart locks have always been Matter-ready. (Image source: Level)

Level Home extends Matter-over-Thread rollout to the Bolt smart lock

After a torturous two-year wait, users of the Level Bolt can now upgrade their smart locks to Matter. Level is also launching a Matter-supported version of the Bolt smart lock for $229 on its website.

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 07 Dec 2024 19:56

The HyperOS ecosystem in action. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi mulls expanding HyperOS ecosystem to Apple devices

Xiaomi has designed its latest version of Android to act as much of a hub for with the rest of its smart devices as possible. Now, the OEM is reportedly trying to find a way to make that "interconnectivity" compatible with hardwar...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Dec 2024 18:18

Alpine Linux KDE desktop (Image source: /u/grigio on Reddit)

Alpine Linux 3.21.0 brings loongarch64 support and several package updates

Community-developed ultralight Linux distro Alpine is back with version 3.21.0. The first release in the 3.21 stable series comes with loongarch64 CPU support, as well as multiple updated packages, including GNOME 47, GCC 14, PHP ...

Codrut Nistor, 06 Dec 2024 11:05

Level Home releases Level Lock+ (Matter) as the smallest home smart lock on the market. (Image source: Level Home)

Level Home unveils smallest home smart lock: Level Lock Plus Matter

Level Home has unveiled the Level Lock+ (Matter) smart lock for smart homes. The lock utilizes the Matter standard for controlling interconnected smart devices, including alarms, lights, and more.

David Chien, 15 Nov 2024 10:06

Apple is reportedly working on a wall-mounted display

Apple's next big launch will reportedly be a wall-mounted display that can control appliances, make video calls and has an AI assistant.

Rohith Bhaskar, 13 Nov 2024 09:21

Google's Jarvis AI spotted in the Chrome web store (Image Source: Google)

Google's Jarvis AI accidentally leaked via Chrome web store

Google accidentally put up a preview of Jarvis, its upcoming agentic AI, in the Chrome web store. It listed the agent as a Chrome extension before removing it from the Store.

Rohith Bhaskar, 07 Nov 2024 12:10

The official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 is now available after a 9 year wait (Image Source: Raspberry Pi)

Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 now available with upgraded resolution

The Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display first launched over 9 years ago, offering a paltry 800 x 480 resolution. Used in projects and embedded products the world over for nearly a decade, the official panel has finally been upgrad...

David Devey, 04 Nov 2024 19:57

Fedora Linux 41 now available (Image source: Fedora Magazine)

Fedora Linux 41 arrives with GNOME 47, KDE 6.2, the 6.11 kernel, and more

Just as expected, Fedora 41 is finally here. Across various editions, the list of changes includes highlights such as GNOME 47 and KDE Plasma 6.2, the Mir and Wayland-based Miracle desktop environment in the new Fedora Miracle, ne...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Oct 2024 20:16

Microsoft accuses Google of funding a shadow campaign against its cloud services

Microsoft is accusing Google of leading an astroturf group that will discredit it in the eyes of competition authorities. Google has filed a complaint with the European Commission, calling out Microsoft for anti-competitive licens...

Rohith Bhaskar, 29 Oct 2024 12:46

Raspberry Pi OS 2024-10-22 update (Image source: Raspberry Pi)

Raspberry Pi OS 2024-10-22 now available with Wayland by default and other changes

After using the X Window system for years, Raspberry Pi OS is now moving over to Wayland. In addition to this new windowing technology, the firmware release labeled "2024-10-22" also comes with improved touchscreen support and bet...

Codrut Nistor, 29 Oct 2024 10:59

Parrot 6.2 official release teaser (Image source: Parrot Security)

Debian-based distro Parrot 6.2 intros the Rocket launcher alongside several package updates

Parrot OS is back with multiple improvements and updates, as well as a new launcher. Unleashed yesterday, version 6.2 of this Debian-based distro that targets ethical hackers brings forward Rocket, a launcher for Docker containers...

Codrut Nistor, 24 Oct 2024 16:57

Threshold Care launches Motion AC plugs for 24/7 motion detection using Wi-Fi signals for caregiving and more

Threshold Care has launched the Motion AC plugs for 24/7 motion detection using Wi-Fi signals. Users can constantly monitor their homes to sense signs of life from the elderly, know which bathrooms are occupied, and even track the...

David Chien, 10 Oct 2024 22:03

The BE3600 is launched globally (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi BE3600 router with WiFi 7 and link aggregation launches globally

Xiaomi is launching new reasonably priced router on the global market. The model supports WiFi 7, a current wireless standard, and promises high-quality data transmission. With that said, there are significant limitations.

Silvio Werner, 02 Oct 2024 16:44

Classic Gameboy vibes on Bop Spotter (Image Source: Bop Spotter)

Music detection project Bop Spotter sets aim on "catching vibes"

Bop Spotter has arrived to offer live insight for those curious about the listening habits of the iconic Missions District in San Francisco, California. Inspired by the gunshot detection system ShotSpotter, the project takes an al...

Stephen Pereyra, 01 Oct 2024 00:18

Researchers claim that this will be a huge step-up for the possibilities of flexible electronic systems. (Image source: Pragmatic)

Bendable non-silicon RISC-V microprocessor with under-a-dollar manufacturing cost could be a game-changer for smart sensors and wearables

The newly developed Flex-RV microprocessor, made with flexible IGZO TFTs and based on RISC-V architecture, operates at 60 kHz with under 6 mW power consumption. Its bendability and low-cost design make it ideal for wearables, heal...

Anubhav Sharma, 30 Sep 2024 17:42

Sharp LDK+ electric minivan concept (Image source: Sharp Corporation)

Foxconn and Sharp unveil ambitious LDK+ electric minivan with 65-inch display and solar panels

The result of a collaboration with Foxconn, Sharp's LDK+ electric minivan concept "focuses on stationary time, viewing the interior as an extension of the living room" with the help of a massive 65-inch display located in the rear...

Codrut Nistor, 19 Sep 2024 17:25

Fedora Linux 41 beta now available (Image source: Fedora Magazine)

Fedora Linux 41 beta drops Python 2 and upgrades the DNF package manager

One month before the stable release, Fedora Linux 41 beta arrives with a preview of what's about to come. Some of these changes are Python 2's removal, Valkey replacing Redis, the ability to install the proprietary Nvidia video dr...

Codrut Nistor, 18 Sep 2024 18:47