by dbadmin | Sep 11, 2025 | Google Home, News, Smart Home
TL;DR Google Home is rolling out a new automation editor experience on Android and iOS. The editor supports conditions, adds new actions and triggers, and just empowers more complicated automations. While some features aren’t yet working, you still have the option to...
by dbadmin | Sep 5, 2025 | Google, Google Gemini, News, Smart Home
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by dbadmin | Sep 4, 2025 | News, Philips Hue, Smart Home, Smart Lights
Philips has launched the Hue Bridge Pro, a redesigned Zigbee hub that is faster and more powerful than its predecessor. The new hub supports up to 150 smart lights and 50 accessories and includes Wi-Fi connectivity. The Hue Bridge Pro also introduces Hue MotionAware,...
by dbadmin | Aug 26, 2025 | Google Nest, News, Smart Home
Credit: Rita El Khoury / Android Authority Google has added new Nest Cam features in the Home app, including preview snapshots, gesture controls, and quick seek for video history. Notifications also now show animated previews, while performance upgrades reduce errors...
by dbadmin | Aug 6, 2025 | Google Gemini, News, Smart Home
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority Researchers showed how a poisoned calendar invite could hijack Gemini and control smart home devices. The attack used indirect prompt injection to trigger actions like opening windows, turning off lights, and starting Zoom...
by dbadmin | Aug 5, 2025 | News, Promoted, security camera, Smart Home
Even if you’re not aiming for a full smart home upgrade, ensuring your home remains secure is really important. Basic outdoor cameras can give you blurry, low-quality footage that lacks detail, while high-end cameras usually come with expensive monthly subscriptions....
