The best video doorbells have a variety of benefits for your home. In addition to adding an extra layer of security, they also have many other smart features that all homeowners can benefit from. For those new to video doorbells, they record footage from outside your home and give you access to that footage when necessary, and send a notification that someone is at the door. Video doorbells allow you to check the footage at any time, remotely from your phone or other device. What… Read More »Best video doorbell 2024: who’s that ringing my bell?

QUICK SUMMARY After exclusively launching the popular Lightguide table lamps in Europe, Philips Hue has now made them available in the US. They’re available in two shapes and three colors, and can be mixed and matched between a variety of Lightguide bulbs. The exact US launch date for the Philips Hue Lightguide table lamps has yet to be announced, but we know they will have an RRP of $59.99.  After unveiling its new last week, it’s clear hasn’t finished quite yet. The smart lighting brand… Read More »Philips Hue’s Lightguide table lamps are finally available – here’s how you can get one

QUICK SUMMARY eufy has announced a new range of smart lighting. The standout from the collection is the eufy Permanent Outdoor Lights E22 which change colour depending on who approaches them. The eufy Permanent Outdoor Lights E22 is available in the US with prices starting at $199.99. Smart home technology brand, eufy is giving a run for its money with its new collection of smart lighting. Featuring both indoor and outdoor lights, the main standout from the range is the eufy Permanent Outdoor Lights E22… Read More »Move over Philips Hue, Eufy’s smart lights change colour for each person who approaches them

The best air purifier can do many things, from improving the air quality in your home, and removing allergens, particles and pollution. As we head into allergy season in the Northern hemisphere, now is a good time to invest in one. While the jury is out on the overall health benefits of these air-cleaning boxes, there’s no doubt that many allergy sufferers swear by air purifiers. If you’ve decided that what your room needs is a concerted shot of air cleaning, it’s time to have a… Read More »Best air purifier 2024: remove allergens, particles and pollution from your home

QUICK SUMMARY Eve has released a Matter version of its popular smart switch. Aside from Matter support, the Eve Light Switch can now also be controlled directly via iOS 18 without a hub. The Matter upgrade will be free and available for all third generation Eve Light Switches, or will cost $49.95 for new users. Eve has just released a Matter version of its Eve Light Switch. A free Matter upgrade can be installed in the Eve app for the third generation of the Eve… Read More »Eve upgrades its smart light switch with iOS 18 controls and Matter support

QUICK SUMMARY IKEA has launched its new smart plug in several countries worldwide, including the US and France. It has energy monitoring capabilities that allow users to keep track of power usage. We’re not entirely sure when it’ll reach the UK, but it’s expected to cost around £10.  After announcing the product earlier this year, IKEA has now launched the in several countries worldwide. It comes with a variety of energy monitoring capabilities, allowing users to keep track of power usage and make adjustments accordingly. … Read More »IKEA’s brand new smart plug is now available – here’s how much it costs

QUICK SUMMARY Lockly has announced its new Zeno Series lock range, and its Visage deadbolt is incredibly impressive. With facial biometric ID, it detects your face as you approach the door and unlocks it automatically. The Lockly Visage Zeno Series Facial Recognition Deadbolt is available to pre-order for $349. Smart lock manufacturer Lockly has just announced its latest Zeno Series – but it’s the Lockly Visage Zeno Series Facial Recognition Deadbolt that has me the most impressed. With facial biometric ID, the new Lockly Visage… Read More »Forget keys – this smart lock detects your face and unlocks your door automatically

The kitchen is the latest room in the home to receive huge smart updates and integrations. But one appliance that I didn’t expect to see get the smart treatment is the . Smart kettles are really having a moment right now, and despite there not being a huge amount of options on the market, they’re becoming less of a fad and more of a must-have appliance. While a smart kettle might seem silly to some, they might make more sense than you realise, especially with… Read More »Smart kettles are taking over the kitchen – here’s why you need one

Quick Summary Apple’s rumoured smart home hub may launch in early 2025 with a feature set mixing that of the Apple TV and the HomePod. It currently has a square display and a FaceTime camera with gesture recognition. One of the most intriguing unreleased products is its smart home hub, or perhaps hubs: back in July we reported that Apple’s code referenced a new device, HomeAccessory, that appears to be a cross between an , an Apple TV and a HomePod; other reports suggest that… Read More »Apple HomeKit hub could prove it’s hip to be square

QUICK SUMMARY The new EufyCam S3 Pro has arrived, and it’s the first Eufy camera to work with Apple HomeKit since 2019. It offers 4k resolution and an innovative AI-powered MaxColor Vision feature, and can provide continuous power with just one hour of daily direct sunlight via its solar panel.  The EufyCam S3 Pro is available to preorder from today, with shipping expected to take place on 10th October. Anker has officially unveiled the new , a 4k security camera powered by SolarPlus 2.0 technology. Not… Read More »Eufy’s new security camera has arrived and it’s finally compatible with Apple HomeKit