Welcome to our Smart Home and Automation category page—the hub for all things smart and convenient that can revolutionise your daily living. Here, you’ll find comprehensive guides, reviews, and the latest news on devices and ecosystems that promise to make your home safer, more efficient, and undeniably more enjoyable.
Smart Home and Automation refers to the network of intelligent devices and systems that connect to the internet and to each other, offering remote control, monitoring, and data collection. From voice-activated lighting to intelligent cooking appliances, this category spans a wide array of products designed to bring ease and automation into your home life.
Whether you’re a tech-savvy early adopter or a homeowner seeking practical solutions for everyday tasks, smart home tech offers a wide range of applications that can genuinely improve your living standards.
Whether you’re just starting your smart home journey or looking to expand your existing setup, our Smart Home and Automation category is rich with expert advice, detailed reviews, and the latest updates to help you make informed decisions. Dive in and discover how smart your home can truly be!
At IFA 2023, the main launch from Philips Hue was the new Hue Secure range of cameras and a contact sensor. However, they also confirmed that they would finally start rolling out Matter via a software update to the Philips Hue Bridge, which will be available in September 2023. With the launch of this update,…
Following on from yesterday’s post about the imminent launch of Philips Hue Secure, it has now been made official. This rollout includes the Philips Hue Secure cameras for home surveillance, alongside the Philips Hue Secure floodlight camera, capable of lighting up expansive spaces in any hue of your choosing. Also in the mix are the…
Following on from the Tado Heat Pump Connector announcement, Tado has also revealed another money-saving device in the form of the Tado Smart Charging app. This intelligent home charging solution leverages fluctuating electricity prices to optimise when your electric vehicle (EV) charges. By doing so, it promises an average annual saving of €300 on EV charging…
Tado has broadened its product range with the launch of the Tado Heat Pump Connector and its accompanying app feature, Tado Balance Heat Pump. This innovative technology allows homeowners to manage their heat pumps in a smarter, more cost-effective manner. When paired with fluctuating hourly electricity rates, this system can slash annual heat pump electricity…
Philips Hue is expected to announce their new security system, Hue Secure, at the start of IFA this week, with the announcement due on Thursday 31st of August. There have already been numerous leaks about the system, so we know roughly what to expect. It is also worth noting that Signify, who own Philips Hue,…
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Robot vacuums have boomed in popularity in recent years, for good reason, no one enjoys vacuuming. I have reviewed a lot of robotic vacuums, most of them being Eufy RoboVac vacuums, but also other brands. I use the Eufy daily in my kitchen, and it has worked amazing. However, it doesn’t clean all the rooms…
The P2 Door and Window Sensor, retailing at $29.99 / £29.99 / €32.99, was launched at the start of July and is the first sensor from Aqara to have native matter support that can be integrated directly into third-party Matter-enabled smart homes without needing an Aqara hub for its operation. However, by pairing the sensor…
Aqara, a prominent figure in the smart home sector, has unveiled its innovative RGBCCT lightstrip named the LED Strip T1 for worldwide consumers. This product is a landmark for the company, marking its first smart lighting solution that enjoys widespread availability across several continents. The LED Strip T1 isn’t just a visual treat, displaying a…
Ezviz has launched a new camera to the UK market: the EB8 4G 2K Pan & Tilt Battery Camera. This groundbreaking device addresses a common challenge faced by many users – the lack of power or Wi-Fi connectivity in expansive open spaces. The EB8 camera stands out by seamlessly merging 4G cellular networks with a…
Have you ever wondered if you could improve your TV experience and your home decoration with a single, glorious decision? If so, motorized TV brackets might be an interesting concept for you to consider. These exciting mounts for your TV are available for walls and ceilings and have many advantages over other choices. In addition,…
As a fervent admirer of Philips Hue, I’ve dedicated much of the past year to reviewing their products. Initially, I only purchased a couple of bulbs, doubting I would ever extend beyond that. However, due to my obsessive tendencies and propensity for impulsive spending, I’ve significantly broadened my Hue system throughout my home. If you’re…
Traditional UK wiring did not run the neutral wire to the light switch. Typically, only the live (and switched live) wire would run to the switch, while the neutral wire would be present only at the light fitting and at the consumer unit (fuse box or circuit breaker panel). In recent years, there’s been a…
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