Smart Home

The TCL QM9K, a 4K QD-Mini LED Smart TV, is launching soon in the US. Available in four sizes, it will be the first model from the brand to feature Google TV with Gemini. Other features include the TCL Halo Control System, a CrystGlow WHVA Panel and tools like Game Accelerator 288.

Dyson has officially launched the V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum and the V16 Piston Animal Submarine wet and dry vacuum. Now available in more European countries and on the way to the US, these cleaners are said to offer up to 315 AW suction power. Other features include the new CleanCompaktor bin and support for the MyDyson app.

Govee has announced the Star Light Projector (Nebula), which will be released in the next few weeks. It is designed to create relaxing lighting effects on the wall and ceiling of a room via multiple RGBW lamp beads. As usual, controls will be available through the Govee Home app, and the product also supports Matter.

The Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene wet floor cleaner was recently unveiled. Following on from the brand’s WashG1, the model does away with supposedly unhygienic filters with a new waste storage system. It can vacuum and mop simultaneously, and the accompanying dock offers a self-cleaning feature.

Ecovacs' new Winbot W2S Omni is a window-cleaning robot with upgraded edge cleaning over the previous iteration, multiple modes, and a 12-step safety system, priced at €599.

Ecovacs has launched the Deebot X11 OmniCyclone, a floor robot with PowerBoost charging, 19,500 Pa suction, and a bagless dust station. It has a long runtime and features AI-powered cleaning for €1,299.

Airgradient's popular indoor air quality sensors are the first devices of their kind to be officially certified as "Works with Home Assistant". These open-source devices do not require an internet connection and enable local automation with air purifiers, air conditioners, or humidifiers and dehumidifiers.

Govee Curtain Lights often draw crowds, but displayed images can lack definition. The updated Curtain Lights Pro has a denser configuration of LED beads to address that drawback. At a price of $199.99, buyers can purchase the latest Govee lights starting September 8th.

The SwitchBot AI Hub is on show at IFA 2025. This smart home hub is said to be the first of its kind, with VLM AI to intelligently trigger other smart home devices based on video footage. Plus, users will also be able to use a text search to find relevant video clips and get daily app-based summaries.

The Govee TV Backlight 3 Pro has been officially announced. Designed to provide dynamic lighting effects synced to the content you are watching, the smart TV accessory is on show at IFA 2025. Upgrades compared to its predecessor include greater LED density, increased brightness and an HDR camera.

The Mate TV and Mate TV Pro are Huawei's first 'Mate' branded Smart TVs. Accordingly, the pair contain high-end hardware like MiniLED-backed panels that deliver over 4,000 nits peak brightness and a UWB-based remote control accessory.

The Roborock RockNeo Q1, RockMow S1 and RockMow Z1 robotic lawn mowers have been unveiled at IFA 2025. The first devices of their kind from the brand, they use a combination of cameras, RTK and VSLAM technologies to navigate your lawn. Plus, the range-topping RockMow Z1 is an all-wheel drive robot that can climb over some obstacles.

The Xgimi Horizon 20 home theater projectors have been announced. On show at IFA 2025, the flagship Horizon 20 Max is equipped with a triple laser light source, said to offer a higher level of brightness than its predecessor. Launching in partnership with Assassin's Creed Shadows, these projectors are designed for gaming.

The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Pro robot vacuum and mop is about to be released in Europe. Recently spotted in several Asian countries, this new model features several upgrades over its predecessor. These include 25,000 Pa suction power and hot water mopping to leave your floors even cleaner.

Philips' Hue Secure lineup gets a new 2K wired doorbell, Smart Chime, 2K wired cameras, and a new MotionAware feature (available alongside the Hue Bridge Bro).

The eufyCam S4 Bullet-PTZ Security Camera has launched. The Anker sub-brand is currently showing this device and other smart home products at IFA 2025. This is a dual camera model with an up to 4K resolution, a 130° field of view, color night vision and a detachable solar panel.

The eufy Robot Vacuum Omni S2 and the MarsWalker stair-climbing accessory are on show at IFA 2025. The new model is said to deliver up to 30,000 Pa suction power, and also features a roller mop. The MarsWalker can carry the robot up and down stairs, allowing it to clean on multiple levels.

Philips has officially released the Hue Bridge Pro. It launches as a powerful upgrade over the original Hue Bridge, with support for many more smart home devices and a wider range of scenes. Plus, the Hue MotionAware feature enables the brand’s smart lights to act as motion sensors.

Philips Hue is adding two new outdoor options to Festavia - designed to stay up all year. Permanent string lights are launching for facades and rooflines, while globe string lights should be great for patios and balconies.

Buyers can soon choose from more Philips Hue bulbs, with the company shipping updated A19 smart lights. New options include more efficient bulbs and cheaper Essential lights that don’t compromise on features. The most premium Hue bulbs also now display additional shades of white.

In a recent post on social media, Dyson has teased several new products which will be officially revealed in the near future. The video appears to show a robot vacuum, which is expected to be an upgrade on the 360 Vis Nav. It also seems to hint at a new cordless vacuum cleaner and a new wet floor cleaner.

The award-winning Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro x Sound by JBL has been released in Europe. Currently available with up to 25% off, this device offers white and colored lighting effects that can sync to the music played through the integrated speaker. It can be remotely controlled via the brand’s app or with voice commands, and it also supports Matter.

Philips Hue’s upcoming Festavia Permanent Outdoor Lights have appeared again, this time at Amazon. These smart lights are designed for use all year round, with many white and colored lighting effects shown in a marketing video. This also shows how the product is fixed in place and confirms app-based controls.

Eight unreleased IKEA smart home products have leaked again. Images of these devices were shared in a recent report, revealing their designs. While many of these had already been spotted in the Distributed Compliance Ledger (DCL), two previously unknown products have also been revealed.

Xiaomi has unveiled the Smart Central Control Screen Max in China. The smart home device will shortly crowdfund, though it is expected to go on general sale at a later date. Features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen, a control knob and an integrated camera and microphone.

Ecovacs appears to be about to launch a new robot vacuum and mop: the Deebot X11 OmniCyclone. This model has leaked in various places, revealing many of the device’s features and its price for various markets. The robot vacuum comes with an unusual docking station, which does not require a dustbag and also offers hot water mop cleaning.

Govee has announced the Outdoor Decoration Projector Light, which will be released in the next few weeks. This smart lighting product, previously known as the Holiday Projector Lights, comes with a series of cards linked to various holidays and occasions. Other features include background lighting effects, app-based controls and support for the Matter protocol.

A new update is rolling out to the Philips Hue Bridge. The change log indicates that it brings support for many of the brand’s upcoming products. While these smart lights and bulbs are not named, recent leaks indicate what products these may be. There are also said that there are other minor changes for this smart home hub.

The new Govee Outdoor Projector Lights have been announced. Launching soon in the US and Europe, this latest model offers a dual light source, laser images and a wide range of dynamic lighting effects. Plus, a second page linked to this product confirms that it will support the Matter smart home protocol.

The Shelly Smart Control app has recently received two updates: version 3.69.0 and version 3.69.1. The former brings a range of new features, including an Energy Net Metering function, a one-off timer and improvements for scene calculations. The second release focuses on a range of bug fixes.

The Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones cordless vacuum cleaner has arrived in more markets. Revealed earlier in 2025, the company claims that it is the lightest stick vacuum available. Features include the Hyperdymium 140k motor, the Fluffycones brush and support for the Dyson app.

The Acer 4K UHD Google TV Box recently debuted as a pretty capable Android television box with a versatile set of ports. However, with the revised specs from the company, it seems that the smart TV is a bit less impressive than initially thought.

Amazon has dropped the price of the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar to a low of $699 after a 22% discount. The soundbar leverages nine speakers in a slender enclosure to reproduce immersive Dolby Atmos surround sound with AI-enhanced dialogue.

Ubiquiti has started shipping its first products for the proprietary SuperLink protocol. To start, an environmental sensor is available and can be paired with a siren. Seven additional SuperLink products are expected to launch by the end of 2025.

The Xiaomi Mijia Central Air Conditioner Super Energy Saving Duct Unit has been launched in China. Two versions are available, 3HP and 4HP, offering different air circulation volumes and annual performance factors. While they come as standard with a wired controller, another optional smart panel brings support for presence sensing.

A range of new IKEA smart home products have appeared in the Distributed Compliance Ledger (DCL), where they are listed as Matter-certified devices. Many of these gadgets appear to replace older models. The lineup includes a motion sensor, an air quality monitor and two smart switches.

Philips’ Dynalite Matter Bridge is now an officially certified smart home solution. Revealed earlier this year, the system combines two of the brand’s products. This Matter certification confirms that users of the Dynalite smart home system can remotely control devices through a wide range of apps and voice assistants.

Microsoft's Copilot AI is now available on select 2025 Samsung TVs and monitors, offering hands-free voice interaction and personalized entertainment insights. It can deliver show recommendations, episode summaries, and actor bios.

The Baseus Security X1 Pro, a smart dual-tracking security camera, is on the way. This new smart home device offers panoramic surveillance or the ability to track two events separately. It also features an integrated solar panel, AI facial recognition and a lack of subscription fees. This product is expected to crowdfund in the future.

Dangbei claims that it will bring a new standard in home cinema to IFA 2025. The S7 Ultra Max is now set to make its international debut alongside the brand's inaugural aquarium. The Fish Tank 1 Ultra is rated to come packed with smart features intended to help maintain the health of its inhabitants and their habitat, even feeding them automatically using AI.

Motorola's Edge series is known for its curved displays which look aesthetically nice but can be a pain to deal with. Now, it seems Motorola has taken feedback from users and plans to switch to a flat display for next year's Motorola Edge.

Xiaomi has now detailed HyperOS 3 after teasing the new OS update yesterday. Launching on dozens of devices later this month as part of a public beta program, HyperOS 3 makes various changes from HyperOS 2, including a few 'inspired' by Apple and iOS.

Google has released version 3.39 of the Google Home App for iOS and Android. This update is said to bring improvements for users of Nest Thermostats, including enhanced schedules for older models. Plus, there is a new Wi-FI presence sensing feature for smart Home & Away status changes.

The Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum cleaner has been released in various countries worldwide. This new model is relatively powerful, with up to 315 AW suction power. Other features include app-based controls, a compressing dustbin and an integrated LCD screen showing your cleaning progress.

Xiaomi’s Mijia Robot Vacuum and Mop 5C has been launched in China. This model is said to offer “extreme edge extension” thanks to moving mop heads, and has above average suction power. Plus, with HyperOS connect, it can be remotely controlled or triggered by other smart home devices.

The Govee Smart Outdoor S14 Bulb String Lights 2 have been officially released in the US. However, they have been on sale at one retailer for some time, where they are also currently discounted. This new model is said to be brighter than the original, and it also supports the Matter protocol.

Xiaomi is now selling the TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) in the UK, marking the start of its European release. This new model features various upgrades over its predecessor, including the Google TV operating system. Plus, there is support for voice commands, Dolby Vision and dual-band Wi-Fi 6.

The Philips Hue Essential E27, GU10, and B22 smart bulbs have appeared in product listings at a retailer in Europe. These pages confirm the pricing of some of these devices, including a couple of starter kits. The Essential range provides cheaper smart bulbs which are compatible with the brand’s other products.