Smart Home
Futurehome Smarthub II Shifts to Subscription Amid Bankruptcy
Norwegian smart home vendor Futurehome has abruptly introduced a mandatory subscription for its flagship ...
Philips Hue Price Surge: Tariffs and Future Cost Drivers
Starting July 1, 2025, Philips Hue smart lighting products will see a notable price ...
Google Home Enhances Gemini with AI Automation and Summary Widget
Introduction As the smart home ecosystem grows more complex, managing devices from multiple manufacturers ...
Stakeholders Resist Energy Star Program Elimination
The Energy Star label has guided U.S. consumers and businesses toward energy-efficient appliances, commercial ...
Matter 1.4.1 Enhances Smart Home Setup with QR and NFC
By integrating multi-device pairing, NFC commissioning and a unified terms-and-conditions flow, the Connectivity Standards ...
Google Ends Cloud Support for 1st & 2nd Gen Nest Thermostats in 2025
Google has confirmed that the original Nest Learning Thermostat and its second-generation successor will ...
Google Shifts Smart Home Focus, Discontinues Nest Devices
In a decisive move reflecting its shifting priorities, Google has announced the discontinuation of ...