Apple introduced the new HomeKit architecture in 2022, with the aim of improving the experience of using HomeKit devices. But while the upgrade to this new architecture has been optional so far, ...

Lifx has officially launched its first-ever smart lamp, the Lifx Luna, with availability set to begin on 24 March. Originally unveiled back in January at CES 2025, the Lifx Luna will be available ...

LG has taken the covers off of the newest member of its Artcool aircon range and, as you’d expect from a tech launch in 2025, there are AI smarts aplenty. The Korean company’s new Artcool AI Air wants ...

Last week, Apple revealed that the AI-revamped Siri was facing delays, and now there are reports that this is having a knock-on effect in the smart home. Apple has been a bit quiet on the smart home ...

Google’s Chromecast streaming dongles have, for a while now, been a popular, cheap, choice for people looking to add smart casting skills to their TVs and AV systems. However, users of older models, ...

Abode, one of The Ambient‘s top picks in the DIY smart home security system space, is expanding its ecosystem with the launch of an Apple TV app and an update to its Android TV app. Abode users will ...

Google has announced that the Google Home Max will lose sound detection from 8 May. In an email to Nest Aware users, the tech giant stated that the feature was being removed but didn’t give a reason.

Smart security specialist Arlo has announced new partnerships with Samsung SmartThings, beefing up the security offerings for users of both platforms. Arlo’s integration with Samsung SmartThings will ...

The Eero Outdoor 7 finally delivers on the long-awaited desire from Eero users for dedicated outdoor Wi-Fi. Its rugged, weatherproof design and powerful Wi-Fi 7 capabilities make it a superb solution ...

Victrola’s line of Stream turntables – which already feature Sonos smarts – are getting a big boost thanks to a software update. The Stream turntables, which have Sonos integration built-in, will now ...

Eufy, the smart home brand from the big Anker umbrella, has taken the covers off of a couple of new smart locks, both of which boast a built-in video doorbell and one that features a touchscreen. The ...

We already knew that Apple is rumored to be working on a smart home doorbell that could rival the likes of Ring, Eufy, Aqara and Arlo, and now we’ve got a few extra details thanks to a tipster.