As Apple and Samsung push centralised smart home systems, India's Qubo is betting on AI-powered devices, local processing and country-specific use cases to drive adoption in a price-sensitive market
Samsung SmartThings update and new local-control features come as Apple reportedly prepares a wider smart home push, while Matter and on-device processing aim to address compatibility and reliability
The products will be part of an ecosystem of devices that work with Apple's new smart home hub, as well as an upgraded HomePod mini and fresh TV set-top box
Google, Amazon, Samsung and Apple are connecting AI agents with smart home devices, making home platforms an increasingly important interface between AI and the physical world
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says Apple could launch its anticipated smart home display later this year once the upgraded Siri features are ready, likely around the release of iOS 27
Apple is reportedly planning a major refresh of its Home lineup for 2026, with new Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini, and new additions like the HomePod Touch, a video doorbell, and a security camera
For the upcoming home hub and the later robot, the company is teaming up with BYD Co, a Chinese firm best known for its electric vehicles but increasingly involved in Apple's hardware supply chain
Google's new Nest Cams, Doorbell, and Home Speaker use Gemini for Home AI for smarter alerts, video summaries, and immersive audio, with Walmart offering compatible partner devices
From the widespread adoption of generative AI in consumer devices to expansion of digital ecosystems, the year 2024 defined the consumer technology space with following innovations
Reportedly, Apple is planning to expand its smart home products portfolio with Apple Intelligence-powered devices, including a wall-mounted iPad, a robotic tabletop device, a smart home camera
Reportedly, Apple's second-generation AirTag will boast enhanced range, a new wireless chip, and better privacy features. It is expected to launch in mid-2025
Apple had collaborated with Google and Amazon to develop a smart home protocol called Matter, allowing cross-platform compatibility between home devices and accessories
Goldman Sachs Group Inc. is helping Reckitt on evaluating options for its formula brand Mead Johnson, including a potential sale, according to the people
