SmartHome

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The latest tech news, updates, and in-depth coverage about SmartHome — curated by the Blip Tech team.

Google

Nest Reimagined: The Future of Google Home Ecosystem Unveiled

The Nest brand is no more as Google transitions fully to the Google Home ecosystem, unveiling new partnerships and products that signal a shift in smart home strategy.

Google

Google Nest Hints at Exciting New Home Devices on the Horizon

Google Nest hints at new 'helpful home devices' on the horizon, despite discontinuing older models like the Nest Protect and Nest x Yale Lock.

SmartHome

SwitchBot Enhances Smart Home Ecosystem with Expanded Home Assistant Support and Seamless HomeKit Integration

SwitchBot enhances smart home flexibility with expanded Home Assistant support, making it easier for HomeKit users to integrate over 45 devices via Matter.

HomeKit

Smart Home Evolution: From Siri Delays to Robotic Vacuums in iOS 18.4

Dive into the latest smart home trends with HomeKit Insider, including a groundbreaking smart kitchen device, the future of Matter integration, and robotic vacuums in the Home app.

Apple

Apple's Smart Home Hub Project Faces Delays as Siri Capabilities Fall Behind Schedule

Apple's smart home hub, rumored to debut in March, has been postponed due to delays with new Siri capabilities, while an internal testing program for select employees is now underway.

Apple

Apple's Home Hub: Employee Testing Paves the Way for 2025 Smart Home Revolution

Apple's highly anticipated Home Hub, rumored to debut in 2025, is reportedly undergoing real-world testing by select employees, hinting at a big push into smart home technology.

Apple

Transform Your Living Room into a Smart Security Hub with Abode’s New Apple TV App

DIY smart home security leader Abode brings seamless control and monitoring to Apple TV, letting users manage their system from the comfort of their couch.

Apple

Smart Home Upgrade: SwitchBot Unveils Adjustable Smart Roller Shades with Apple Home Support

SwitchBot introduces affordable and adjustable smart roller shades with seamless Apple Home integration via the SwitchBot Hub 2, offering precise control and home automation at an unbeatable price.

SmartHome

Ikea's New Smart Sensor Timmerflotte: Universal Compatibility with Matter-over-Thread

Ikea's upcoming Timmerflotte sensor brings Matter-over-Thread support to smart homes, ensuring compatibility with any hub without needing an Ikea device.

Apple

Smart Home Evolution: Why Apple Needs to Simplify the User Experience

Replacing a simple smart bulb shouldn’t feel like rocket science, but the author’s recent ordeal highlights the urgent need for Apple to streamline its HomeKit experience.

Apple

MagSafe Meets Your Door: Apple’s Upcoming Smart Home Doorbell with a Twist

Rumors hint at Apple's upcoming smart home doorbell featuring MagSafe technology for improved convenience, potentially including Face ID and HomeKit integration.

Google

Hands-Free Home Control: How to Enable and Use the New Google Home Gemini Extension

Unlock seamless smart home control with the new Google Home Gemini Extension, now available for all users.

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