by dbadmin | Sep 18, 2025 | News, Samsung, Smart Home
TL;DR Samsung is rolling out a new software update to its Family Hub refrigerators in the US. The update adds promotions and advertisements to the refrigerator’s display when it is idle. Samsung has confirmed the pilot program, though some Cover Screen themes will...
by dbadmin | Sep 17, 2025 | News, Samsung, Smart Home
TL;DR Samsung is allegedly rolling out a new software update for some of its smart refrigerators. The update adds advertisements to the display on the refrigerator door on certain themes. The changelog frames the ads as a feature, but users can avoid them by selecting...
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...
