Home automation stories - Page 3
Amber Technology expands ABB automation distribution to New Zealand
Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Amber Technology extends its ABB automation distribution to New Zealand, offering integrators access to building and home automation solutions.
Samsung introduces AI-powered appliances for Kiwi homes
Mon, 19th May 2025
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ai security
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edge ai
Samsung launches 2025 AI-powered home appliances in New Zealand, enhancing convenience with smart features, security, and adaptive technology for Kiwis.
DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification
Fri, 16th May 2025
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DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.
Exclusive: Rolf Bienert discusses OpenADR Alliance's growth amid electrification shift
Thu, 15th May 2025
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cartech
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OpenADR Alliance, led by Rolf Bienert, accelerates energy management amid electrification shift, enabling smarter EV charging and dynamic pricing globally.
LG wins 35 Red Dot awards for design, led by OLED T television
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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digital entertainment
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displays
LG Electronics secured 35 awards at the 2025 Red Dot Design Award, including Best of the Best for its wireless transparent OLED T TV.
Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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smart home
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In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.
LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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digital transformation
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smart home
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ai
At CES 2025, LG Electronics is unveiling its latest AI innovations, showcasing immersive experiences designed to enhance daily living at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal
Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.
US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns
Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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smart home
Concerns are rising over TP-Link products amid reports of a potential ban, highlighting security risks associated with smart home devices in the US.
Hands-on Review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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With perfect timing, Beatbot contacted Techday's new pool owner, Darren Price, asking if he would like to test its new Aquasense Pro robot pool cleaner.
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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smart home
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gadgets
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home automation
The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.
Amber Technology to showcase new automation solutions at expo
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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Amber Technology prepares to unveil its advanced automation solutions at the Integrate Expo 2024 in Sydney from 21-23 August, alongside partner ABB.
OliverIQ unveils B2B smart home service for comms service providers
Fri, 17th May 2024
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OliverIQ launches a SHaaS platform empowering CSPs such as telcos and ISPs to offer seamless smart home automation and 24/7 support under their own brands.
ADT New Zealand introduces DIY home security solution
Wed, 1st May 2024
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smart home
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physical security
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home automation
ADT New Zealand disrupts the home security industry with a do-it-yourself solution offering swift installation and advanced protection, without long-term contracts or waiting times for technicians.
OliverIQ debuts first complete Smart Home-as-a-Service at CES 2024
Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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cto
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home automation
OliverIQ debuts at CES 2024 with a revolutionary Smart Home-as-a-Service (SHaaS) platform that simplifies home automation, offering a subscription model unifying numerous smart devices with round-the-clock support.
RTI announces its new seamless KX4 in-wall touch panel
Wed, 8th Feb 2023
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smart home
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connectivity
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home automation
RTI launches the KX4 in-wall touch panel keypad, a powerful and cost-effective tool for smart office environments.
Google unveils new Nest Cams and Doorbells
Fri, 6th Aug 2021
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smart home
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google
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home automation
Google unveils its next-generation Nest Cams and Doorbell, including the company's first battery-powered camera and doorbell.
Hands-on Review: Amazon Echo Show 8
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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gaming
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Amazon's Echo Show 8 impresses with its versatile 8-inch touchscreen and robust speaker quality, adding a multimedia edge to your digital assistant.
Aruba releases end-to-end switching portfolio
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Aruba unveils an end-to-end switching portfolio with AI-powered automation. The new CX series promises enhanced agility and modern enterprise solutions.
IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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smart home
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cybersecurity
Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.