Smart Home

Xiaomi is crowdfunding for the Mijia Smart Piano Light in China. The gadget contains radar technology, which you can use to automatically turn on the light when you arrive at the piano or to record your practice time. This data can be viewed in the Mijia app, where you can also adjust the lamp’s settings.

Xiaomi has launched the Mijia Smart DC Inverter Tower Fan 2 in China. The gadget is 30% more powerful than its predecessor, with a 150° angle and 10 m (~33 ft) range. You can adjust settings such as wind speed or select a pattern to mimic a natural breeze using the Mijia app or Xiao AI voice commands.

(Update: New price drop) A generous 20% discount code on eBay brings the large 65-inch model variant of the LG C2 OLED back to US$1,439, which is one of the lowest prices yet for one of the most sought-after TV sets on the market.

The Sony X75K 4K Ultra HD Smart TV is currently reduced at Best Buy in the US and Canada. Customers can save up to US$100 off the 55-in and 65-in variants. The 2022 model has 4K upscaling technology, built-in Google TV and an integrated speaker system with support for Dolby Audio.

Sonos has announced a new partnership with Apple to deliver Spatial Audio support to some of its smart speakers. Not restricted to new models, Spatial Audio will also be headed to the Arc and the Beam (Gen 2).

Sonos has introduced the Era 100 and Era 300, a pair of new smart speakers. Sonos has pitched the Era 100 and Era 300 at vastly different price points, with the Era 100 serving as a Sonos One successor.

Xiaomi is now crowdfunding for the Mijia Split Camping Light in China. The gadget comprises two lights: a small flashlight that can be locked inside a larger lamp. You can connect the lamp to your smartphone via Bluetooth, allowing you to adjust the color, brightness and color temperature of your light in the Mijia app.

The most affordable OLED TV from LG's 2022 model year has once again dropped below the US$800 mark as a reputable retailer currently offers the 55-inch version of the LG A2 OLED for US$749 including free shipping.

Two new soundbars are now available from LG, the SC9S and the SE6S, in the US, the UK and the EU. The devices feature Triple Sound technology and a triple up-firing speaker. The higher-end SC9S has 3.1.3 channel audio and comes with a subwoofer, while the cheaper SE6S delivers 3.0 channel sound.

A Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Heisenberg LawnMeister All-in-One Robot Mower is now live. Pledge levels start at US$999, a US$1,500 or 60% discount on the MSRP. You can use optional attachments to allow the robot to trim lawn edges, blow leaves or apply fertilizer to your grass. Plus, Heisenberg Pilot System (HPS) allows the device to navigate without a boundary wire.

Xiaomi will shortly launch the Mijia Smart Floor Fan 1X in China. A wall outlet or power bank can power the USB-C gadget. You can choose from many settings in the Mijia app to customize the fan's output for a natural feeling to suit you. Plus, you can control the smart fan with Xiao AI voice commands.

For a budget-friendly price of just under US$900, the Hisense A7H offers an enormous 85-inch screen that should be more than big enough for spacious living rooms.

A concept blind speaker for LG, the RE'ST, has been unveiled. The gadget features mood lighting and a projector to cast video or images on the rolling display. You can control the speaker with an accompanying smart remote, the RE'ST ASSISTANT, which can also help you to track your daily routine.

Xiaomi is now crowdfunding for its new Soft Air Conditioner 1.5 hp. The latest model is more efficient than its predecessor, with a Class 1 efficiency rating and a 5.27 APF. The smart air conditioner can also dehumidify your room and can be controlled via the Mijia app or with Xiao AI voice commands.

The STIHL iMOW robot lawn mower pricing has been unveiled for the EU. The new line-up features six models, which start at €1,999. The devices can cover lawn areas up to 5,000 m² (~53,820 ft²), and tackle inclines up to 60%. Plus, you can control the mower with an app or voice commands.

The Roborock H1 washing machine and dryer has been unveiled in China. The gadget from the popular robot vacuum brand uses low-temperature air circulation to carefully dry delicate clothes without damaging them. An algorithm also determines when the drying cycle should end to save energy.

The Xiaomi K100 laser printer has been launched in China. The compact gadget’s footprint is around the same size as a sheet of A4 paper. With a 600 x 600 DPI print quality, the black and white printer can deliver around 20 pages per minute. Plus, the device is currently available at a lower price thank to an introductory offer.

SKYWORTH has launched a crowdfunding campaign in North America for its S1 4K outdoor TV. The gadget comes in 65-in and 75-in sizes and can withstand many weather conditions, operating in temperatures from -4 to 122 °F (~-16 to 50°C). Plus, the TV has up to 3,000 nits brightness and a built-in sound system with support for Dolby Atmos.

The Samsung QLED 4K Q80B Smart TV series now sells at a reduced price in the US at the company’s online store, Amazon and Best Buy. You can save US$600 on the larger 75-in and 65-in models, with a 33% price cut offered on the 65-in version. The 2022 TV has Direct Full Array, 4K Upscaling and support for Dolby Atmos.

Tecno has arrived at MWC 2023 with big plans to become more of an AIoT ecosystem OEM in the future. They are slated to include new security cameras, wearables and a router, all of which might revolve around products such as the latest Spark-series smartphone and Megabook-series laptop. It is confirmed to upgrade to a Raptor Lake platform on release.

LG has announced European pricing for B3, C3, G3 and Z3 OLED Smart TVs. Ranging from under €2,000 to nearly €30,000, LG's OLED TVs for 2023 offer 42-inch to 88-inch screen sizes and HDMI 2.1a connectivity, among other features. LG has also revealed how much its new QNED Smart TVs will cost in the Eurozone too.

Both the 55-inch and 65-inch model variants of the high-end Quantum-Dot OLED TV Sony A95K have now hit their lowest price points thus far after receiving discounts of up to 35% in comparison to their original MSRP.

Back in 2022, the 77-inch LG B2 was launched with a quite lofty price tag of more than US$3,000, but thanks to recent price cuts and a noteworthy deal at a reputable retailer, the gigantic OLED TV with 120Hz can now be ordered for almost half its original MSRP.

XGIMI has launched the H6 4K projector in China. The device has up to 120 Hz refresh and a 12 ms latency in gaming mode. You can use the projector to throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide with 1,200 CCB (~2,400 ANSI lumens) brightness. Other features include optical lossless zoom and Apple AirPlay.

The ZEBRONICS ZEB-PIXAPLAY 18 Projector has been launched in India. The gadget has up to 3,800 lumens brightness from its LED light source and can throw an image up to 508 cm (~200-in) wide. Plus, the device has an integrated speaker with support for Dolby Audio.

The new Samsung Q995GC soundbar has been revealed in Germany. The "top end" gadget is the first soundbar from the brand to come with a built-in SmartThings hub, allowing you to control smart home devices with Amazon Alexa voice commands. The 11.1.4 channel speaker has various features, including Q-Symphony for enhanced TV audio and Game Mode Pro 2.0. Update: Corrected speaker channel system numbering.

The Proscenic P12 vacuum cleaner has been launched in the US and EU. The device has 33 kPa maximum suction power and up to 60 minutes of run time. Plus, Vertect Headlight technology makes it easier to see dirt; a similar tool is available on the more expensive Dyson V15 Detect model.

IKEA has unveiled details about several new smart home products in its Summer 2023 online catalogue. Gadgets in the SYMFONISK Wi-Fi speaker range will launch between April and June. Also arriving soon is a waterproof portable Bluetooth speaker, which will be part of the VAPPEBY collection

The 55-inch set from Sony's 2021 Bravia lineup, which still performs very well even when compared to the newer models, has now reached its lowest price to date as Amazon currently sells the high-end A90J OLED for US$1,398 after a massive US$1,100 price cut.

Signify has finally launched the Philips Hue Go portable table lamp in Europe, following delays last year. The gadget, which can be used outdoors, has up to 370 lumens brightness and can produce colored or white light. Other tools available in the app to customize the light include dimming and dynamic lighting effects.

Emotn, a Dangbei sub-brand, has launched the N1 portable projector in the US. The gadget has a 1080p resolution and can throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide. The device has built-in speakers and up to 500 ANSI lumens brightness. To celebrate the projector's launch, you can save US$50 off the MSRP using an in-page coupon at Amazon.

The Husqvarna Automower Aspire R4 is now available in the UK and EU. The new robot lawn mower is one of the cheaper models from the brand, requiring a boundary wire to navigate your garden. Smart features of the gadget include automatic schedule adjustment based on the weather and Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands.

IKEA is offering 25% off the SYMFONISK Picture frame with Wi-Fi speaker in the US. The speaker was designed in collaboration with Sonos and can be paired with other products from the brand. You can play music using the Sonos app, Apple AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect, plus the gadget supports the IKEA Home Smart app.

As expected, Sony's upcoming TVs for the 2023 model year can be identified by the letter "L" at the end of their respective model number. The leak comes just days before Sony is rumored to officially unveil its new Bravia lineup including the A80L OLED.

Samsung has announced a presale event for its 2023 Neo QLED and OLED TVs starting on February 21st in the Republic of Korea. The range of TVs is topped by the Neo QLED 8K QNC900, with AI upscaling technology. Other features of the new models include support for Matter and gaming tools like MiniMap Sharing and Virtual Aim Point.

Almost all sizes of the LG C2 OLED TV have now dropped to their lowest price thus far as a generous coupon code on eBay slashes an additional 20% off the already discounted sale price of these sought after television sets.

The Ultralite OEM Platform is something of an all-in-one reference design for next-gen smart glasses from Vuzix. The manufacturer asserts that the new, lightweight form-factor for wireless, smartphone-linked spectacles can leverage the "fast-growing capabilities" of Visual GPT or OpenAI for consumer-grade augmented reality (AR) or heads-up display applications.

Telefónica has just launched services based on its recently-secured mmWave 5G spectrum, and that it has made it consumer-ready with the help of technology from Ericsson and Qualcomm. The partners will demonstrate their achievement at MWC 2023. They assert that mmWave is the ideal solution for high-performance connectivity for densely populated areas.

The Wanbo TT projector is now available in countries worldwide via Amazon and Geekbuying. The device, part of the Xiaomi ecosystem, has a 1080p resolution and up to 650 ANSI lumens brightness. You can download apps like Netflix and YouTube and connect gadgets via HDMI and USB ports.

RoboUP is currently crowdfunding for its T1000P and T2000P robot lawn mowers. The gadgets use RTK-GPS, built-in cameras and AI to navigate your lawn while avoiding obstacles. The T2000P is suitable for yards up to 2,000 m² (~21,528 ft²), with the ability to adjust settings such as cutting height in an accompanying app.

Eve has launched the MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit for Roller Blinds in European countries, including the Netherlands and France. The gadget can convert your existing blinds into smart ones, compatible with Apple HomeKit. You can control the updated blinds with Siri voice commands or set schedules to open or close them at specific times.

The IKEA VINDSTYRKA smart air quality sensor has been officially announced after the product leaked earlier this year. The gadget will enable you to monitor PM2.5 levels, TVOC, temperature and humidity in a room, with app tracking and the ability to trigger other smart home gadgets. Reports from Germany suggest that the product is already on sale despite the given April launch date.

The Hisense 90L5H 4K Smart Laser TV has been announced, available in South Africa and Europe. The gadget comes with a 90-in screen and an ultra-short throw projector. The device delivers up to 2,100 lumens brightness, supporting HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. The laser TV has an integrated 30 W sound system and ALLM gaming mode.

Mobvoi is making an effort to romance potential smartwatch buyers with up to 33% off selected wearables during its ongoing Valentine's Day sale. Then again, the best (premium) deal may be the 23% discount on the OEM's current TicWatch Pro 3 Ultra (GPS) flagship. The event also includes the more affordable TicWatch GTH Pro and E3.

The Samsung Q70A QLED 4K Smart TV series is currently discounted in the US. Offers are available at the Samsung store, Best Buy and Amazon, offering up to US$1,500 off the 85-in model. The TV has built-in 20 W speakers, supports FreeSync Premium Pro and can be controlled using various voice assistants.

The new CORSAIR iCUE Murals software is now available. The tool lets you create smart RGB lighting across multiple products from Nanoleaf and Philips Hue, syncing the effects across devices. You can match the lights to an uploaded image or to content on your monitor in real time.

Husqvarna has confirmed the pricing of the new Automower 320 NERA, 430X NERA and 450X NERA robotic lawn mowers, which will launch in Europe in March. The higher-end gadgets are suitable for various lawn sizes and can navigate using an EPOS satellite navigation system. You can also control the devices with Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands.

The TCL C11G, a new 4K TV, has been launched in China. The gadget has a QLED display with up to 1,000 nits brightness and a 144 Hz refresh rate. The device has an integrated 50 W Onkyo sound system supporting Dolby Atmos and DTS technologies. Other features include a 6 ms input lag and FreeSync Premium Pro compatibility.