ZDNET's key takeaways Emerson launched its SmartVoice technology at CES 2026.SmartVoice devices don't require Wi-Fi or a hub; ...

Now you can control your smart home devices with gestures in addition to button presses. The Flic Duo delivers twice the benefits of the ingenious Flic Button.

After launching across several European countries and Japan, TP-Link has now rolled out its new smart home hub in the US too.

The SwitchBot Hub 3 smart home controller is now available for purchase. The Matter-capable device is quite different than other smart home hubs we’ve tested, starting with its rotary knob that can ...

Xiaomi has launched a brand new device, called the Smart Home Screen Mini in China. It’s a compact hub designed to control smart home gadgets. With a built-in speaker and Bluetooth support, it’s ...

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For selection and affordability, Ikea will be hard to beat for Matter-compatible smart home sensors and lighting in 2026.

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Apple's dedicated smart home controller is looking less likely to arrive by the end of 2025, with a 2026 launch for the Home Hub more likely than ever. Regular rumors claim that Apple has been working ...

Apple’s Home Hub leak reveals Face ID, gesture control, and privacy-first features. Discover how it could redefine smart home ...

I’m a smart home nerd. That’s a given after running a smart home-focused website for nearly a decade and testing pretty much every platform, system and setup available. As such, people often ask me ...

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