What to expect from Amazon’s big Alexa event this week
What to expect from Amazon's big Alexa event this week What to expect from Amazon’s big Alexa event this week Amazon is holding a press event this week, where we expect it to finally launch its “new” Alexa. This could be the beginning of a major shift in how we use generative AI in our homes, or it could […]
The iOS 18.4 beta brings Matter robot vacuum support
The iOS 18.4 beta brings Matter robot vacuum support The Switchbot S10 is one robot vacuum with Matter support. Apple released the first developer beta of iOS 18.4 yesterday, which users have since discovered contains support for robot vacuums in the Apple Home app through Matter. As spotted by 9to5Mac, Smart Home Centre confirmed the functionality using […]
This smart thermostat company is considering charging users for its app
This smart thermostat company is considering charging users for its app Tado launched Tado X last year, a new line of smart climate control products for the UK and Europe. In a first for a smart thermostat company, Tado is exploring charging its customers £1 / €1 a month just to control their devices from […]
This smart video lock unlocks with a wave of your hand
This smart video lock unlocks with a wave of your hand Eufy’s newest smart lock adds palm unlock and a digital peephole. Anker’s smart home arm, Eufy, has announced its first smart lock that uses palm vein recognition to unlock your door. The $399 FamiLock S3 Max is also a video doorbell with a 2K-capable […]
Nanoleaf is permanently cutting prices for its signature LED light panels
Nanoleaf is permanently cutting prices for its signature LED light panels Nanoleaf’s Shapes Triangle lights are part of several lighting products from the company that are getting a permanent price cut. | Image: Nanoleaf Nanoleaf has announced that the company’s “most popular products” are getting a permanent price cut as part of its new SmarterLife […]
Amazon’s revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event
Amazon's revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event Amazon’s revamped Alexa might launch over a month after its announcement event Amazon won’t launch the AI-powered upgrade for Alexa for at least a month after its showcase at an event set for February 26th, according to The Washington Post. The delay is […]
Here are the best robot vacuum deals right now
Here are the best robot vacuum deals right now You can save a bunch on some of our favorite models, including the Roomba Combo j7 Plus. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge We’re in an age where you can realistically delegate tasks to smart hunks of metal, whether it’s a self-driving car […]
The Verge’s 2025 smart start gift guide
The Verge's 2025 smart start gift guide The Verge’s 2025 smart start gift guide The cliche “new year, new me” rally cry doesn’t exclusively apply to resetting common goals related to health, finances, or education. The turning of the calendar is also a great reminder to check whether your daily sanctuary could be more pleasant […]
This Pixar-style dancing lamp hints at Apple’s future home robot
This Pixar-style dancing lamp hints at Apple's future home robot This Pixar-style dancing lamp hints at Apple’s future home robot An Apple researcher dances along with the tabletop robot lamp in a new video published on the company’s research site. | Video: Apple We’ve got more evidence that Apple is developing a tabletop robot for […]
Here’s why your smart fridge needs an expiration date
Here's why your smart fridge needs an expiration date Here’s why your smart fridge needs an expiration date Have you thought about what you’re going to do when your smart fridge is too old to download its latest software update? While you’d probably replace your phone or computer when its software hits its end of […]