Smart Home

A new smart mop vacuum, the Smartmi Pioneer A1, is now available to pre-order. The device has a unique design for enhanced performance and self-cleaning abilities.

A report from mysmartprice suggests that Xiaomi may soon release a 100-inch TV. The website spotted information about the 'giant tv' on multiple certification websites, but limited product specifications have been revealed so far.

Netflix has announced an increase in price for its subscribers in two more countries where it operates. Therefore, its users in the United Kingdom (UK) and Republic of Ireland (ROI) will start to see these somewhat inflated monthly charges soon. They will apply to all plan types offered by the streaming giant in either market.

Sony's well-performing but still budget-friendly 65-inch 4K LED TV Bravia X90J is now discounted by 27% on Amazon and has therefore hit its lowest sales price to date.

QD Display is one of Samsung's latest technologies that is starting to become available in the form of Dell's new Alienware AW3423DW 34-inch monitor, rated for ultra-low response times and high refresh rates. Now, SGS has endorsed these specs by conferring its Pro Gaming Verified certification on hardware with this new panel component.

Mijia, Xiaomi’s smart home brand, has unveiled the Curtain Companion, a smart adapter for your soft furnishings. The device has timed modes and can use a light sensor to adjust the amount of natural light in your room automatically.

In addition to saving a considerable amount of propane gas in the relatively cold weather in the US state of Colorado, the ingenious heating system built around the Bitmain Antminer S9 also mines a few fractions of a bitcoin every day.

Roborock has released the Q7 Max+, another robot vacuum with an auto-empty dock. The Q7 Max+ also features LiDAR, up to 4,200 Pa of suction power and can clean 300 square metre rooms.

A 'molecular beverages printer', the Cana One, is now available to pre-order from Cana. You can use the gadget to print drinks on demand, from thousands of flavors, with the ability to personalize the beverage to your taste.

Consumer premises equipment (CPE) is typically provided as router-like devices for consumers to get wireless data over mobile standards such as 5G in their homes. ZTE claims that its latest flagship MC888 CPE supports Wi-Fi 7 as well, and can thus achieve speeds of about 10 gigabits per second in conjunction with its new design and antennae.

Disney is now said to have a new, more affordable price-tier for its Plus streaming app in the works - however, there is a catch: there will be ads. The allegedly upcoming subscription option may roll out in the United States to start off with, and might cost about as much as those of its increasingly numerous counterparts from other content firms.

Bowers & Wilkins has introduced the Panorama 3, the third generation of its premium soundbar. Compared to the Panorama 2, the Panorama 3 offers Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth aptX and Dolby Atmos support, plus 13 drivers that output up to 400 W. The Panorama 3 is available in multiple markets and retails for US$999

Eufy has announced the Video Smart Lock 3-in-1 gadget with a fingerprint scanner plus video doorbell and security camera capabilities. The company is currently accepting pre-orders via Kickstarter.

Prospective TV buyers who are still in the hunt for an incredibly large 85-inch 4K HDR TV at a reasonable price should check out Amazon's current deal on the well-performing Sony Bravia X91J.

Bang & Olufsen has showcased the Beosystem 72-22, a system that features the Beogram 4000c, a pair of Beolab 18 stereo speakers and a Beoremote Halo remote control. The Beosystem 72-22 marks the Beogram 4000's 50th anniversary and will be limited to 30 units globally.

LG has finally confirmed the availability and prices of its latest OLED TV series. While it has only announced details for the TVs in European markets, the availability and prices give a flavour of what to expect in other markets. Details about the OLED A2 77-inch and OLED G2 97-inch are still a mystery, though.

At MWC, AVM has announced the FRITZ!DECT 302, a smart radiator controller. The device can be installed on most radiator valves and has many energy-saving features.

A new healthcare technology, Teladoc, is available on Alexa-enabled devices. You can use Teladoc for virtual consultations with medical professionals via your smart gadget.

The Screeneo U4 is a new ultra-short-throw projector from Philips. The gadget has AI technology that enables features such as autofocus and automatic four corner correction. At 12-in from the projection surface, the device can display an 80-in image.

Crestron, a brand specialising in smart home technology, is launching LED smart lights. You can set the bulbs to brighten and dim to match your circadian rhythm, or you can use the company's SolarSync technology to adapt your lighting to fit the color temperature outdoors automatically.

Samsung has revealed its lineup of Neo QLED TVs, which will be available for pre-order across Europe in March this year. The new range features upgrades to the image detailing and surround sound, plus features aimed at gamers.

In a recent support article, Google has detailed an issue that prevents batteries in its Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell devices from charging at cold temperatures. This problem is not exclusive to Google devices, with other outdoor smart home gadgets also impacted.

The Amazon Echo Show 15 smart display is now available to purchase. The device is aimed at families, with widgets that display calendars and to-do lists. The gadget can recognize different household members and personalize the display for them.

BenQ has launched the X3000i, a gaming projector revealed in January at CES 2022. The BenQ X3000i offers a 4K resolution, a 240 Hz refresh rate and 4 ms input latency, among other features. The projector retails for £1,699 in the UK and €1,899 in the Eurozone.

The LG OLED42C24LA is the first OLED TV to feature a 42-inch display; previously, OLED TVs only went as small as 48-inches. Still, a 6-inches smaller panel does not shave anything off the OLED42C24LA's price tag compared to its 48-inch sibling, the OLED48C24LA.

The LG CineBeam HU710PW is a 4K DLP projector that can create up to 300-inch images. The CineBeam HU710PW is also LG's first projector with its hybrid light source system, which combines LED and laser technologies. LG will sell the CineBeam HU710PW in the UK and US for £2,498.98 and US$2,499, respectively.

LG has unveiled the CineBeam HU715QW, a 4K and ultra-short throw laser projector. The CineBeam HU715QW runs webOS 6.0, has several ports, and creates up to 120-inch images. The CineBeam HU715QW will be available later this month; pre-orders will come with a free LG SP8YA soundbar too.

Eufy has released its Video Doorbell Dual for pre-order, with gifts for customers who purchase early. The doorbell features two cameras for an improved view of your doorstep and added protection. The device also has dual motion detectors to sense people and packages.

Fully supporting voice control via Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant, the Smart Aerio 300 Wi-Fi air purifier with advanced AI capabilities needs just 30 minutes to clean 840 square feet, while 1580 square feet can be cleaned within an hour. This new accessory for the modern home also comes with noticeable energy savings thanks to AI-driven control.

The content stalwarts Discovery and Warner Media are to form one content platform soon, as the former has now acquired the go-ahead to buy the former from US regulators. The merger could lead to a singular mega-streaming service that offers channels such as Animal Planet as well as those such as HBO. Then again, the prospective parent company has yet to confirm its direction once it has made its acquisition.

Apple has typically offered a three-month free trial for new users considering an account with its first-party Music service. However, this offer has been cut in more than half in a long list of countries where the Cupertino giant operates. The normal price thereafter remains unchanged, however.

OnePlus has announced its latest Y1S-line TVs. They will come in a choice of 2 variants and are slated to bring a "Smarter Picture" to the brand's Indian customers soon. The new smart screens' first teaser hints at a build with slim bezels and a conventional stand type.

Xiaomi has launched the Soundbar 3.1ch, a soundbar that comes with a wireless subwoofer. The Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch costs €279 and delivers up to 430 W of output power across its seven speakers.

Sony has revealed the Bravia XR A75K, a cheaper alternative the Bravia XR A95K. Still, the Bravia XR A75K can display 4K HDR content, supports HDMI VRR and a 120 Hz refresh rate. The Bravia XR A75K will be available in 55-inch and 65-inch screen sizes.

Warner Media has announced that its streaming service HBO Max is to launch in 15 new markets in early 2022. The countries in question are all located in continental Europe, which may stand ready to access movies such as the new Dune remake through this new source of content. It is slated to expand even further thereafter.

Razer has released a way to breathe new life into your existing gaming or office chair with its new Head Cushion Chroma. For those in any way familiar with the brand, this is exactly what you might expect from the name: a headrest with a logo that lights up thanks to RGB LEDs. This new source of illuminated comfort also lists memory foam among its specs.

EZVIZ' latest in-home security camera is designed to allow its users to keep an eye on the pets or children they may have had to leave behind at home for the first time in a long time. It integrates AI intended to tell which events are alert-worthy, thereby freeing one from the compulsion to watch its feed all day.

OPPO has introduced one of the latest products of its research and development as Zero-Power Communication, a new technology that might enable electronics to stay on by simply "harvesting" energy from other nearby devices that are using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi at the time. This potential replacement for batteries might end up as the way to sustain the IoT systems of the future.

Oukitel has launched its first-gen P2001 Portable Power Station as a reward via the OEM's latest crowdfunding campaign. This device is rated for a 2,000 watt-hour (Wh) capacity, and offers a range of outputs, AC and USB type C ports included, for an off-the-grid electricity at need. Oukitel claims that it can charge both mobile devices and home appliances several times over on a single charge.

Weber has unveiled the new Genesis smart grills, which assist you when cooking. The Weber Connect technology links up with an app to notify you when your grill is up to temperature, amongst other features.

In addition to a different design, the second iteration of the Rock space AX1800 wireless router also comes with WPA3 security and TWT support for lower power consumption on the connected devices. The list of features inherited from the first version includes WiFi 6, OFDMA, BSS Coloring, and more.

Google TV’s Director of Product Management, Rob Caruso, has suggested that the company plans to bring new features to its product this year. According to Caruso, Google TV is looking to expand its tools and integrate with more smart home and fitness devices.

Anker has brought the Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K to Kickstarter, where it is orderable from US$1,499. The DLP projector will retail for US$2,199; Kickstarter orders will ship in March.

NVIDIA has released SHIELD Experience 9, a new UI for its TV sticks and boxes based on Android 11. The upgrade involves a bevy of new features, support for aptX-compatible Bluetooth devices, Dolby Vision HDR and the latest Google entertainment apps included. Some users can even unlock a trial of Peacock Premium.

NordicTrack has launched the iSelect Adjustable Dumbbells, which you can control with voice commands via Alexa. The weights can adapt to loads from 5 to 50 lbs (~2.3 to 22.7 kg).

The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) has ruled that Google has infringed on multiple patents held by the audio company Sonos with features baked into some of its Nest-brand smart speakers, as well as into some older Pixel-series devices. The Mountain View giant is now obliged to make some potentially major UI and UX changes to avoid an import ban on those products.

The VAVA Chroma triple laser projector has pipped the Lomi compost maker to become the highest-funded campaign on Indiegogo in 2021. The triple laser projector attracted over US$7.5 million in funding and even beat out the highly popular GPD WIN 3 handheld console in terms of amount backed.

TCL has brought its latest range of soundbars to keep its line of TVs company at CES 2022. They comprise 2 new additions to the OEM's Alto 7 and 9 series. They upgrade to the latest in-house RayDanz and Master Sound Calibration technologies, and also offer up to 7.1.4 channel audio and enhancements such as Dolby Atmos.

Sleep Number has revealed its latest smart bed, the New Sleep Number 360. The device has features including temperature regulation and snore detection.

TCL has brought its latest and highest-end TVs to CES 2022, its 98-inch Class XL model included. This QLED device is joined at the show by examples of the OEM's proprietary OD Zero mini-LED such as the X925 PRO. This 4K flagship is rated to be less than 10mm thick, despite its 85-inch size.