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Exclusive: Rolf Bienert discusses OpenADR Alliance's growth amid electrification shift
Smart Home

Exclusive: Rolf Bienert discusses OpenADR Alliance's growth amid electrification shift

OpenADR Alliance, led by Rolf Bienert, accelerates energy management amid electrification shift, enabling smarter EV charging and dynamic pricing globally.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
LG wins 35 Red Dot awards for design, led by OLED T television
Smart Home

LG wins 35 Red Dot awards for design, led by OLED T television

LG Electronics secured 35 awards at the 2025 Red Dot Design Award, including Best of the Best for its wireless transparent OLED T TV.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership
Internet of Things

Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership

Arlo Technologies expands its partnership with Samsung SmartThings to enhance home security, introducing advanced features like AI object detection this spring.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI
Biometrics

Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI

In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Feb 2025
LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease
Digital Transformation

LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease

At CES 2025, LG Electronics is unveiling its latest AI innovations, showcasing immersive experiences designed to enhance daily living at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal
Biometrics

LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal

LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns
Firewalls

US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns

Concerns are rising over TP-Link products amid reports of a potential ban, highlighting security risks associated with smart home devices in the US.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024
Hands-on Review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner
Robotics

Hands-on Review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner

With perfect timing, Beatbot contacted Techday's new pool owner, Darren Price, asking if he would like to test its new Aquasense Pro robot pool cleaner.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks
Storage

Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.

By Tom Richmond • 7 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Amber Technology to showcase new automation solutions at expo
Smart Home

Amber Technology to showcase new automation solutions at expo

Amber Technology prepares to unveil its advanced automation solutions at the Integrate Expo 2024 in Sydney from 21-23 August, alongside partner ABB.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
OliverIQ unveils B2B smart home service for comms service providers
Unified Communications

OliverIQ unveils B2B smart home service for comms service providers

OliverIQ launches a SHaaS platform empowering CSPs such as telcos and ISPs to offer seamless smart home automation and 24/7 support under their own brands.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Home automation stories

Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech
Smart Home

Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech

Gen MZ Australians spent AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech last year, using devices to care for children, pets, and plants in daily routines.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Reolink launches Altas 2K battery camera with pre-recording
Smart Home

Reolink launches Altas 2K battery camera with pre-recording

Reolink launches the Altas 2K battery camera in Australia, ohfeaturing 10-second pre-recording to capture crucial event details.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 26th May 2025
Samsung introduces AI-powered appliances for Kiwi homes
Smart Home

Samsung introduces AI-powered appliances for Kiwi homes

Samsung launches 2025 AI-powered home appliances in New Zealand, enhancing convenience with smart features, security, and adaptive technology for Kiwis.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 19th May 2025
Amber Technology expands smart home solutions with ABB
Smart Home

Amber Technology expands smart home solutions with ABB

Amber Technology has expanded its partnership with ABB to include its ABB-free@home smart home automation solution, enhancing services for installers across Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Private 5G resilience showcased during cyclone Alfred event
Smart Cities

Private 5G resilience showcased during cyclone Alfred event

A pioneering private 5G network at GemLife Gold Coast withstood cyclone Alfred's fury, ensuring vital connectivity while major providers faltered.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Mar 2025
Vulnerabilities in industrial switches uncovered by Claroty
Firewalls

Vulnerabilities in industrial switches uncovered by Claroty

Claroty has uncovered three significant vulnerabilities in Planet Technology's WGS-804HPT Industrial switches, risking remote code execution on compromised devices.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025