FTC Finds Most Smart Device Makers Fail to Disclose Software Update Lifespan
A new FTC report reveals that nearly 89% of smart devices lack clear software update policies, leaving consumers in the dark about product longevity.
Smart Home
2025 to be the Year of the Smart Lock: Innovation and Interoperability on the Horizon
The smart lock industry is poised for a breakthrough year in 2025, with advancements in facial recognition, palm print locks, and cross-platform protocols like Aliro set to revolutionize home security and convenience.
Amazon's Echo Show 5 and 8 Smart Displays See Significant Discounts, Plus More Tech Deals
Kickstart your smart home journey with discounted Echo Show 5 and 8, plus deals on Hoto's rotary tool kit and Govee's Matter-equipped light strips.
Amazon's Ring Partners with Kidde to Launch Smart Smoke and CO2 Detectors
Amazon's Ring teams up with Kidde to bring smart technology to smoke alarms, offering enhanced home safety and peace of mind
Apple Delays Robot Vacuum Support in HomeKit to 2025
Apple pushes back support for robot vacuums in HomeKit to early 2025, delaying a key feature announced earlier this year.
Apple Developing Face ID-Enabled Smart Doorbell Camera for Seamless Home Entry
Apple is reportedly working on a smart doorbell camera that uses Face ID to unlock doors, marking a significant push into the smart home market.
Apple Explores Smart Doorbell with FaceID Technology to Enhance Home Security
Apple reportedly developing smart doorbell with FaceID to unlock doors, but raises security concerns
Apple to Unveil New HomePod Mini and Apple TV with Custom Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Chip in 2025
Apple is reportedly set to debut its custom Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo chip, codenamed 'Proxima', in new HomePod Mini and Apple TV devices in 2025, reducing reliance on Broadcom.
Apple's 'HomePod with a Screen' May Not Arrive Until Q3 2025, Analyst Suggests
Rumor mill suggests Apple's unannounced smart home display may be delayed until Q3 2025, with features like a 6-7 inch screen and A18 chip.