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LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal
Biometrics

LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal

LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns
Firewalls

US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns

Concerns are rising over TP-Link products amid reports of a potential ban, highlighting security risks associated with smart home devices in the US.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024
Hands-on Review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner
Robotics

Hands-on Review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner

With perfect timing, Beatbot contacted Techday's new pool owner, Darren Price, asking if he would like to test its new Aquasense Pro robot pool cleaner.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks
Storage

Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.

By Tom Richmond • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Amber Technology to showcase new automation solutions at expo
Smart Home

Amber Technology to showcase new automation solutions at expo

Amber Technology prepares to unveil its advanced automation solutions at the Integrate Expo 2024 in Sydney from 21-23 August, alongside partner ABB.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
OliverIQ unveils B2B smart home service for comms service providers
Unified Communications

OliverIQ unveils B2B smart home service for comms service providers

OliverIQ launches a SHaaS platform empowering CSPs such as telcos and ISPs to offer seamless smart home automation and 24/7 support under their own brands.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024
OliverIQ debuts first complete Smart Home-as-a-Service at CES 2024
Smart Home

OliverIQ debuts first complete Smart Home-as-a-Service at CES 2024

OliverIQ debuts at CES 2024 with a revolutionary Smart Home-as-a-Service (SHaaS) platform that simplifies home automation, offering a subscription model unifying numerous smart devices with round-the-clock support.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jan 2024
RTI announces its new seamless KX4 in-wall touch panel
Smart Home

RTI announces its new seamless KX4 in-wall touch panel

RTI launches the KX4 in-wall touch panel keypad, a powerful and cost-effective tool for smart office environments.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2023
Google unveils new Nest Cams and Doorbells
Smart Home

Google unveils new Nest Cams and Doorbells

Google unveils its next-generation Nest Cams and Doorbell, including the company's first battery-powered camera and doorbell.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2021
Hands-on Review: Amazon Echo Show 8
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Amazon Echo Show 8

Amazon's Echo Show 8 impresses with its versatile 8-inch touchscreen and robust speaker quality, adding a multimedia edge to your digital assistant.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
Aruba releases end-to-end switching portfolio
Network Infrastructure

Aruba releases end-to-end switching portfolio

Aruba unveils an end-to-end switching portfolio with AI-powered automation. The new CX series promises enhanced agility and modern enterprise solutions.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 24th Oct 2019
IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats
Internet of Things

IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats

Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2019
Hands-on Review: Philips Hue outdoor lighting range - ambience in 16 million colours
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Philips Hue outdoor lighting range - ambience in 16 million colours

Smart, ambient and moody: When I set them up in our garden, I had visions of poolside siestas and mood lighting.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Dec 2018
Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Light Panels and Nanoleaf Rhythm
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Light Panels and Nanoleaf Rhythm

Nanoleaf's Light Panels and Rhythm accessory offer a stunning, customisable lighting experience that's sensitive to sound, perfect for setting the mood.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd May 2018
Hands-on Review: Security and elegance meet with Ring
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Security and elegance meet with Ring

Ring's Spotlight Cam seamlessly blends security with style, featuring HD video, motion-activated lights, and two-way audio, all controllable via mobile.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018

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ADT New Zealand introduces DIY home security solution
Smart Home

ADT New Zealand introduces DIY home security solution

ADT New Zealand disrupts the home security industry with a do-it-yourself solution offering swift installation and advanced protection, without long-term contracts or waiting times for technicians.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
DigiCert & Macnica partner for India's first Matter 1.21 air conditioner
Internet of Things

DigiCert & Macnica partner for India's first Matter 1.21 air conditioner

DigiCert and Macnica team up to bring PKI to Panasonic Life Solutions India's home appliances, launching India's first Matter 1.21 enabled room air conditioner for secure IoT connectivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024