Forget the gym. Mirror brings one-on-one personal training to your living room
Mirror, a fitness-focused smart mirror, now offers one-on-one personal training in your home by utilizing the device's two-way video and audio. The service starts at $40 per session. Mirror users can also try out personalized workouts based on their biometric data with a $39 per month subscription service.
Rock-a-bye baby: The Adiva One is a smart bed that literally rocks you to sleep
If you miss being rocked to sleep, the Adiva One might be worth checking out. This smart bed uses a gentle oscillatory motion to help users reach deeper, better levels of sleep. The bed is powered by artificial intelligence that tracks the quality of your sleep. It's available now on Indiegogo.
Samsung’s Bixby-powered Galaxy Home has again missed its release window
The Samsung Galaxy Home has once again missed its release window and has ostensibly been delayed further. With no news yet on the device's status, fans wonder where the Bixby-powered smart assistant has gone, especially with the start of beta tests in Korea for the smaller Galaxy Home Mini.
You can now apply for a job at McDonald’s via Google Home or Amazon Alexa
Apply Thru is a voice skill from McDonald's that lets Amazon Alexa and Google Home users start the job application process from their couch. McDonald's hopes that by making applying for a job easier, more people will be encouraged to look for work without worrying about a long online application form.
A leaked image suggests Arlo might have designed a rival to the Nest Hello
Leaked images from tech site zatznotfunny suggest that Arlo may have a smart video doorbell on par with the Nest Hello on the way. Details are limited to what is visible in the picture, but the two devices look similar and have left Arlo fans clamoring for more details and information.
The Amazon Echo Flex is compact enough to bring Alexa everywhere in the home
The Amazon Echo Flex is a small, compact device that can be plugged in anywhere and includes a USB port that can charge devices or to connect accessories like a motion sensor or a smart night-light. Amazon says more accessories are planned. The Echo Flex can be pre-ordered for $25.
Amazon announces new $59 Echo Dot with a bright LED clock
Amazon announced a new Echo Dot at its Devices Event that looks just about the same as previous models -- except it's got a clock. The new $59.99 Echo Dot with Clock has the same look and function as previous models with one major exception: it now boasts a large, bright LED clock on the side.
A hacker terrorized this family through their smart camera and thermostat
A family in Wisconsin came home to a modern-age nightmare: their smart home under the control of a hacker who thought it would be some kind of twisted fun to terrorize them. And they aren't the first. Multiple smart homes have been hacked, and Google says it's because users do not use enough security.
Roborock S4 vacuum bot has the ability to free itself when it gets stuck
A robotic vacuum cleaner is a great tool, except when you have to stop what you're doing and rescue it from the drapes. The Roborock S4 is a new model equipped with features that allow it to free itself when it gets stuck and provide a better cleaning experience. The Roborock S4 is available on Amazon.
Keep your dogs entertained and stimulated at home with this high-tech experience
Dogs get bored when their master is away. Combat this with the Go Dogo entertainment system, a smart pet entertainment system that provides fun challenges to pets and debuted on Kickstarter today. You can set schedules for training and check in on your pet through the dual-camera system.
Reverie Connect lets you change the position of your bed with just your voice
Reverie Connect is technology that allows users to adjust Bluetooth-compatible Reverie frames with nothing but their voice. Users can set their bed in one of nine positions and create bedtime routines. Reverie Connect is available now starting at $599 through Reverie's website.
You’ll soon be able to have Alexa make a donation to your favorite candidate
Starting next month, users will be able to tell Alexa to make a donation to their favorite presidential candidate. This is just one of a host of planned features for the upcoming 2020 election. Alexa can already answer questions about which candidates are in the lead and who has endorsed them.
The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box brings immersive lighting to your living room
The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box removes all the extra steps involved in creating an immersive lighting experience. Just place it between your media player and your TV, and enjoy the experience. Up to 10 Philips Hue lights and four HDMI devices can connect to the HDMI Sync Box.
Sharp debuts four new smart appliances, including an ultra-fast dishwasher
Sharp has introduced four new smart home products to its lineup, including the Love2Cook Smart Oven, a four-door smart refrigerator, smart dishwasher, and smart washing machine. With Google Assistant and Alexa integration, these machines each improve on their basic features in major ways.
The Netatmo home security system protects with a smart camera, sirens, and sensors
At IFA 2019, Netatmo announced a new security system that combines three separate components to provide whole home protection: The Netatmo smart camera, a 110-decibel siren, and door and window sensors. The devices are available now, with the siren available on the 26th.
Nanoleaf and Razer team up to bring RGB lighting from the keyboard to the wall
The smart lighting company Nanoleaf has partnered with gaming peripheral company Razer to revolutionize the way smart lights work with the gaming experience through the Nanoleaf x Razer Chroma RGB Integration. Gamers can control their PC and experience ambient lighting effects all from their keyboard.
Eve Systems shows off four new smart home products at IFA 2019
At IFA 2019, Eve Systems announced four new smart home products for its fall and winter 2019/2020 lineup, including a Wi-Fi range extender, a smart light switch, a smart radiator valve, and a water sensor. The products will be available throughout the coming months.
The Knok is a budget-friendly smart video doorbell that nails the basics
Momentum has released the Knok Smart Video Doorbell, a new contender in the home security market. The Knok is a budget-friendly for customers that want smart home security solutions without breaking the bank. The Knok is available today from Walmart, Home Depot, and Amazon for $129.
WPC unlocks details of its Ki wireless power standard for kitchen appliances
The WPC announced its global standard for safe, wireless power for the kitchen. Ki works by using power transmitters that are placed underneath the countertop and work through induction technology. Compatible appliances can be powered by placing them atop the transmitters.
Ring is enabling over 400 U.S. police forces to request Neighborhood Watch video
Ring has expanded its video-sharing partnerships with police forces across the United States to more than 405 different agencies, allowing them to request footage from customers' smart doorbell cameras. Although customers can decline the request, Ring can circumvent customer's decision if ordered to do so.
Finger lickin’ fake chicken: KFC’s Beyond Chicken is as tasty as the real thing
We tried Beyond Fried Chicken, the plant-based meat product that debuted at only one KFC in the entire country. After a thorough taste test, we found that it's surprisingly like the real thing -- tasty with a sort of reminiscent of school cafeteria chicken nuggets.
Chinese search engine Baidu surpasses Google as 2nd-largest smart speaker vendor
Chinese company Baidu has jumped ahead of Google in terms of the number of smart speakers sold, according to a recent report from the research firm Canalys. Baidu has seen a year-on-year growth of 3,700% and continues to dominate the domestic smart speaker market in China.
Your Nest products will still work with Wink, but at the cost of new features
In previous months, Google had said Nest and Wink integrations would no longer work beyond August 31. They've since amended this declaration and will allow integrations to remain, but customers can't access new features like single-account control. Users will receive security updates, however.
The iDevices Instinct is a smart switch with built-in Alexa functionality
The iDevices Instinct is a smart light switch that combines the functionality you'd expect with Amazon Alexa, packing all the power and utility of an Echo into a small space. Targeted toward people who want to save space without sacrificing utility, the Instinct is available for purchase now.
The Phyn Smart Water Assistant monitors your water usage and warns of problems
Everyone wants to be a little more green, and the Phyn Smart Water Assistant can help. This device requires little more than a DIY installation before it begins monitoring water usage and helping prevent waste. The Phyn can even warn homeowners of leaks and potential burst pipes before they happen.
Fridge Eye camera adds smart features to your fridge or cabinets at a low price
If you've ever wanted to see the inside of your refrigerator while at the grocery store, the Fridge Eye gives that functionality without the hefty price tag of actual smart refrigerators. The fish-eye lens snaps a photo each time the door is closed that you can access from your phone at any time.
Your smart oven might be more ready for breakfast than you realize
Several owners of the June Smart Oven have reported the device turning on and preheating in the middle of the night without any input. June says this is due to user error, but customers are concerned. The company plans to issue an update to address and prevent the issue.
Foxconn interns reportedly work long hours to produce Amazon Alexa products
A recent report from the Chinese Labor Watch said that student interns are forced to work long hours without rest in order to meet Amazon Echo production goals at the Foxconn factory in China. These students are told they cannot graduate without meeting these targets.
The Biotica800 air purifier uses probiotics to clean the air in your home
The BetterAir Biotica800 air purifier disperses probiotics through the air to neutralize harmful bacteria and trap allergens. It aims to be a completely natural solution to home and office air purification. The unique approach of the Biotica800 targets the causes of indoor air pollution at the source.
The PicoBrew MultiBrew makes beer, coffee, tea, kombucha, and much more
The Picobrew MultiBrew combines the ability to make coffee with the yearning for a great craft beer. This machine is capable of brewing multiple beverages in one place and will be available for pre-order in fall. Users can make anything from kombucha to horchata in addition to a great cup of coffee.
Leviton and Alarm.com partner to release new Z-wave lighting controls
Leviton and Alarm.com have joined forces to create new Leviton smart lighting controls that allow you to control your smart lights directly from compatible Alarm.com security panels. Four new dimmers, switches, and outlets make it possible to integrate your smart lights into existing Alarm.com security systems.
The Wave Mini makes sure the air you’re breathing inside your home is safe
Poor air quality can affect your health in subtle but profound ways. Airthings hopes to improve the air quality in your home with the Wave Mini, a smart air quality monitor. The Wave Mini alerts you to changing air quality and connects seamlessly to Alexa, Google Home, and IFTTT.
The Lifx Z TV strip can help light up your next movie-watching binge
Lifx is the second-largest manufacturer of smart lights in the world. The company is bringing two new lights to the market in October of this year that will further enhance its lineup. The Color Candle bulb and the Lifx Z TV strip use Polychrome Technology to create unique, interesting lighting effects.