With the rise of personal LLMs, you don't need to purchase a product like the Amazon Alexa or Nest devices. With a little ingenuity and some tinkering, you can create your own voice-activated ...

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What if managing your smart home felt less like a chore and more like second nature? In this walkthrough, Home Assistant shows how their latest release, 2026.1, redefines automation and usability with ...

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Looking for a smart life solution, with just verbal communication via a 24/7 personal assistant that actually understands your need even that requires ...

Xiaomi has announced the launch of the Smart Home Display 8 Gimbal Edition in China. The device will go on sale on August 21 and is priced at 699 yuan ($97) for first-time buyers. It is the first ...

A practical look at five smart home devices that improve daily routines, reduce common household hassles, and deliver long-term value.| Technology News ...

Imagine a home that not only responds to your commands but also sees, understands, and acts on its own. With the integration of AI vision into the Home Assistant platform, this futuristic scenario is ...

Google Assistant isn't what it used to be, and Gemini is something entirely different. Can these two coincide to fix the current state of the smart home? Chris Wedel Home Tech Editor Chris Wedel is a ...

Aqara is launching a new smart light bulb, as well as wall switches. The new products support Thread and Zigbee communication. The company has also revealed home security solutions and an AI voice ...