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Will Apple announce HomeOS at WWDC 2025
A newly filed U.S. trademark for the name “HOMEOS” is sparking fresh speculation that Apple is preparing to launch a dedicated operating system for...
Switchbot facial recognition lock, hub 3 released
SwitchBot has unveiled two new additions to its smart home lineup: the SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo and the SwitchBot Hub 3, both aimed...
ECOVACS Expands matter robot vacuum with X9 PRO OMNI and T80 OMNI
ECOVACS has expanded its award-winning OZMO™ Roller Mop series with the introduction of two advanced DEEBOT models: the X9 PRO OMNI and the T80...
Robot Vacuums Now Work with Apple Home via Matter in iOS 18.4
Apple’s latest iOS 18.4 update brings a notable improvement to its smart home ecosystem—robot vacuums are now supported in the Apple Home app via...
Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro Review: A Feature Packed Outdoor Camera for HomeKit, but let down in a few areas
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro is Aqara’s first outdoor security camera, designed to integrate with multiple smart home ecosystems, including Apple HomeKit Secure...
Aqara U200 Smart Lock Review: Should You Buy It?
Smart locks are no longer just cool gadgets—they’re becoming essential tools for modern home security. With the ability to lock and unlock your door...
Nanoleaf Skylight review for HomeKit
One years ago at CES 2023, Nanoleaf announced the Skylight with a timeline of coming later in the year, well that didn't happen and...
Aqara T1M ceiling light review
Aqara has finally launched the T1M ceiling light which features a main light which creates white colour variations and a ring light with a...
Homekit tutorials
How to fix HomePod stuck in configuring status
The new HomePod started shipping to customers last week with some users experiencing issues with the HomePod stuck in configuring status within the Home App.While...
First look at HomePod Mini Temperature and humidity sensors in HomeKit
Apple today announced the second generation HomePod to replace the original full size HomePod with improved smart home features. The New HomePod will feature...
Back up your Matter setup codes with HomePass
With the launch of Matter last month and manufacturers like Eve releasing firmware updates to support it. We now have a new bunch of...
HomeKit Secure Router – Everything you need to know
Back at WWDC 19, Apple announced HomeKit would get a feature that promises to improve security on its smart home platform via Wi-Fi routers....
