Rumor: iPhone SE 2 will feature glass back, possibly for wireless charging
We’ve seen rumors about the timing of an updated iPhone SE release for a few months now, but the only feature change expected has been a speed boost. Now a new rumor claims the new iPhone SE could pick up a popular feature from the iPhone 8 and iPhone X…
Abode introduces Iota DIY HomeKit security system at CES 2018
Several HomeKit-compatible security accessories have already made their way to market, but today Abode Systems has entered the space with a DIY option called Iota.
First look: OWC’s new Thunderbolt 3 accessories at CES 2018 [Video]
Other World Computing has made a name for themselves among professional Mac users with their line of powerful and fast external hard drives and adapters. This year at CES, OWC is showing several new products, all featuring Thunderbolt 3 connectivity.
First Alert’s Safe & Sound HomeKit smoke alarm doubles as an AirPlay 2 music speaker
First Alert’s Onelink smart and carbon monoxide alarm (review) was the first to hit the market with support for Apple’s HomeKit, and now First Alert is out with an interesting new version.
Unveiled at CES 2018, Onelink Safe & Sound is a new version that includes a built-in music speaker. The current version includes voice feedback when alarms are triggered, but First Alert says Safe & Sound will actually support AirPlay 2 for real music playback when the feature launches this year.
PSA: Powermat supporting Qi charging should mean more public chargers work with iPhones
Whirlpool announces Apple Watch will be able to control more than 20 connected appliances
Whirlpool has announced that it’s working on an Apple Watch app that will allow you to control more than 20 of its connected appliances, including ovens, washing machines and dryers.
The company says that as well as using the app to carry out simple tasks, it will also prove useful for checking on the status of appliances …
Elgato unveils the Eve Room and Button, 2 new additions to its lineup of HomeKit devices
With CES having officially begun this weekend, we’re already seeing a wide range of notable new products. Turning our attention specifically to the smart home, the folks over at Elgato have kicked things off this week by unveiling 2 new HomeKit-enabled devices. Eve’s Button introduces a new way to control connected accessories and the second generation Room upgrades its predecessor with enhanced sensors and an improved E-ink display.
New Tile partnerships will allow you to find your lost Bose headphones, Samsonite suitcases & more [Video]
Attaching Tile trackers to your valuables is one way to help you find them if they are misplaced, but it’s a slightly clunky way of doing it. That’s all set to change, though, as the company partners with a number of brands to build its Bluetooth tracking technology into their products.
One of the first partnerships announced is with Bose, whose 2018 SoundSport Wireless and QuietControl 30 headphones will come with Tile on board from late spring …
Canary releases $99 View indoor security camera with Alexa integration, promises Package Detection feature for Flex
Canary has unveiled a more affordable version of its home security camera that launches today. Canary View is priced under $100 and offers many of the same great features as the more expensive Canary All-In-One. Canary also has a new Amazon Alexa skill as well as an upcoming AI-powered security feature to show off.
In run-up to HomePod launch, 37% of US households set to own smart speaker this year
While some may be expecting Apple’s HomePod to have a tough time competing with existing smart speakers, a new survey suggests that the total market for these devices is huge.
Purchase intention suggests that penetration of smart speakers will hit 37% of the US population by the end of the year, and will be in a third or more of homes in four other large markets …