Even after my tests were done, I decided to upgrade certain smart home devices to full-time help. Here's what won out.

Xiaomi has launched a 7-billion-parameter version of its open-source voice model, MiDashengLM, which incorporates Alibaba's open-source Qwen 2.5 series. This model focuses on in-car systems and smart ...

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Aeotec announced a brand-new SmartThings-compatible hub at the IFA tradeshow in Berlin that’s sure to disappoint smart home enthusiasts with lots of Z-Wave devices. The Smart Home Hub 2 supports ...

Apple's long-awaited smart home hub could be available as soon as the end of this year, according to the latest report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Rumors surrounding Apple's smart home hub began ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are a lot of smart home devices that you can add to your home to enhance your life. From increasing your security, adding a bit of flair ...

Nothing much is mentioned regarding the Gemini switch, but a Google blog post tells us that we can expect a "new experience" for smart home devices, including speakers, TVs, and more. Many users are ...