SwitchBot has announced a significant upgrade to its product line, bringing Matter support to nearly all of its devices. This move aims to provide users with a more seamless and integrated smart home experience. Related Reviews SwitchBot Hub 2: The Gateway to Matter Compatibility Last year, SwitchBot took its first step into the Matter ecosystem…
Aqara has announced the release of its latest product, the Motion and Light Sensor P2. This new generation motion sensor is built upon the Thread protocol and the industry-unifying Matter standard, offering seamless compatibility across various smart home platforms, including Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. The Motion and Light Sensor P2…
I have previously reviewed the Anker Soundcore Sleep A10 sleep buds, which I thought were excellent and much better than the Kokoon Nightbuds I have also reviewed. The new Sleep A20 focuses on improved noise cancellation and a more comfortable fit for a better night’s sleep. Anker has also significantly improved the battery life to 14…
I recently reviewed the excellent Nebo Galileo Air 1000 Collapsible Lantern and have reviewed several other Nebo products. The Nebo 5K Powerbank is the most affordable option in their range of power banks, and as the name suggests, this is advertised as having 5,000mAh capacity. Nebo excels with its lighting products and has some innovative…
I have previously been impressed with the Nebo range of products, including the Nebo Ultimate Multi Voltage Power Pack, Big Larry Pro Plus and Davinci 18000 Lumen Flashlight. Nebo has kindly sent me another batch of products to review, with the first being the Galileo Air 1000 which is a highly versatile rechargeable lantern designed…
I previously reviewed the ExpressVPN Aircove VPN router and thought it was an excellent router if you want a user-friendly way to run your network through a VPN with split tunnel options based on devices. The Aircove Go is functionally the same router and has almost the same hardware specification apart from the Aircove Go…
MSI has recently launched the Herald-BE NCM865 PCIe adapter, which brings the latest Wi-Fi 7 technology to PC. This adapter utilizes the Quectel NCM865 module, which is powered by the Qualcomm WCN7851/FastConnect 7800 chipset. The NCM865 module supports the IEEE 802.11be standard, also known as Wi-Fi 7, offering significant improvements over the previous Wi-Fi 6…
The Philips Hue Floodlight Camera was announced at IFA 2023 as part of the Philips Hue Secure launch, along with three other cameras. It joins a growing number of floodlight cameras on the market, but its integration with the Philips Hue ecosystem sets it apart. As I am heavily invested in Philips Hue, I have…
Anker subsidiary Eufy today announced the global launch of its new flagship robotic vacuum, the eufy Robot Vacuum Omni S1 Pro. The S1 Pro introduces several industry-leading features, including a revolutionary floor washing system, a compact all-in-one base station, and advanced obstacle avoidance technology. The Omni S1 Pro is currently available for pre-order through Kickstarter,…
The Sony Xperia 5 V was launched in September 2023 and is one of the few high-spec Android phones on the market. With a 6.1-inch 21:9 OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, versatile triple camera system, and large 5000mAh battery, the Xperia 5 V aims to deliver a premium Android experience for those who…
Signify, the company behind the popular Philips Hue smart lighting system, has announced a new partnership with Samsung SmartThings, a leading smart home platform. This collaboration aims to provide users with more seamless control over their Philips Hue smart lights through the SmartThings app and ecosystem. Related Content Expanded Philips Hue Functionality in SmartThings App…
I have previously reviewed the excellent Arlo Essential and Essential XL outdoor wireless security cameras. Arlo has now released a second generation of its Essential range with four new products, including a second-generation version of the two Essential outdoor cameras, a 2K Essential Video Doorbell, and an Essential indoor camera. The Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera…