QUICK SUMMARY Ecobee has announced its partnership with Yale and August which allows users to add Wi-Fi-enabled smart locks to the Ecobee Smart Security system. This integration is now available on the Ecobee app, but it can only be used by those who have an Ecobee subscription plan. Ecobee has just announced its latest partnership with Yale and August. As part of its mission to offer a complete smart home security system to its customers, Ecobee has added Yale and August smart locks to the… Read More »Ecobee partners with Yale and August to add smart locks to its smart security system

QUICK SUMMARY Swann has announced the launch of its AI-powered home security Voice Assistant, SwannShield. The assistant is designed to be used alongside the SwannBuddy4K Video Doorbell, allowing users to fully automate communication with visitors or intruders. SwannShield is available free of charge within the Swann Security app, and it’ll become compatible with more Swann products in the months ahead. Known for its portfolio of the and , Swann has raised the bar with the introduction of the world’s first AI-powered home security Voice Assistant,… Read More »Swann’s new AI-powered doorbell can do something you’ve always wished for

QUICK SUMMARY Amazon has filed a patent to create its own smart pillow. The patent describes an automated sleep assistant and base unit that’s aimed at treating sleep apnea and reducing snoring. As the patent has just been filed, there’s no full announcement on what it could be or when it will be released. Global retailer, has recently filed a patent to create its very own smart pillow. The patent describes an automated sleep assistant and base unit that’s physically connected to the , and… Read More »Amazon could be making its own smart pillow to combat sleep apnea – but I’m not convinced

It’s no secret that Ring is known for making some of the available, with many of its models adorning homes across the globe. However, as competition intensifies, the brand must consistently evolve to address modern demands, and I’ve been putting its latest innovation to the test. The marks the first time Ring has added a motorised base to one of its security cameras, eliminating the need for consumers to purchase a separate attachment. Whilst this functionality isn’t entirely new to the industry, it is a… Read More »Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Camera review: impressive 360° coverage, but lacks innovation

QUICK SUMMARY IKEA’s PARASOLL sensor has received a useful feature just one year after it was first launched. It allows users to receive notifications if a door or window equipped with the sensor remains open for an extended period. The feature is currently only available for iOS devices, and it’s unclear when an equivalent Android version will be released. IKEA’s new PARASOLL Door and Window Sensor has gained an exciting new feature following an update on the Home smart app. The PARASOLL is part of… Read More »IKEA’s brand new smart home sensor just got an exciting update

Beyond its famous meatballs and convenient flat-pack furniture, IKEA has been expanding rapidly into smart home tech over the last few years. In 2024 alone, the retailer launched and its , signalling its commitment to growing its smart home offerings. I’m currently building up my IKEA smart home setup, adding three new products each month. After a short break, I’m excited to share my top picks for November, and there’s some nice options here that would work in anyone’s home. Make sure you take a… Read More »These are the 3 IKEA smart home products I’ll be buying in November

QUICK SUMMARY Ring has released a new series of Quick Replies for its video doorbells, featuring Ant and Dec. With six reply options to choose from, Ring’s new Ant and Dec Quick Replies are available now in the Ring app. Ever wanted Ant and Dec to answer your door? If the answer is yes, you’re in luck as Ring has just collaborated with the UK TV duo on a brand new series of Quick Replies. Available for all Ring video doorbells, you can start using… Read More »Ant and Dec can now answer your Ring video doorbell – here’s how

QUICK SUMMARY Google has upgraded its Gemini app with a Google Home extension. It allows Android users to communicate with Gemini more naturally while making it easier to customise and control your smart home devices. This Gemini upgrade is available in Google Home Public Preview but it doesn’t support all smart devices yet. has just added a Google Home extension to its Gemini app. Available to users in Google Home Public Preview, the new extension allows you to communicate more naturally with Gemini and more… Read More »Google upgrades Gemini app with more natural smart home controls – but there’s a catch

Quick Summary Amazon has reportedly shifted the roll out of its more-advanced, AI-powered Alexa service to next year. It is claimed that development hitches have caused a delay in the chattier personal assistant being available for public use. has reportedly delayed the launch of its upgraded, AI-powered . The chattier assistant was originally expected to be available to the public before the end of 2024, but it is now believed that it’ll arrive in 2025 instead. But while that might disappoint some, others may be… Read More »Amazon Alexa’s biggest upgrade in a lifetime has been delayed – but it’s not all bad news

QUICK SUMMARY Philips Hue is rumoured to be releasing two new 24-hour lighting scenes, Golden Hours and Nature’s Colours. Both effects are apparently in beta testing, meaning they’re likely to become available soon. We’ve seen a series of impressive updates occur recently, ranging from an advanced to . Anyone would think that the smart lighting brand had reached its 2024 target already, but this latest piece of news suggests otherwise. According to , Philips Hue is working on two new 24-hour lighting scenes. They join… Read More »Philips Hue rumoured to launch two new 24-hour lighting effects – here’s all you need to know