Kohler has launched their Konnect program that includes toilets, showers, sinks, faucets, mirrors, and more. We went hands on with their first two HomeKit-equipped products at CES 2018.
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Hands-on with First Alert’s OneLink that combines a smoke detector, AirPlay 2 Speaker, & Alexa
We got to go hands-on with First Alert's upcoming smoke and carbon monoxide detector, the OneLink Safe & Sound. It integrates not only a HomeKit smoke and carbon monoxide sensor, but a premium AirPlay 2 speaker, and Amazon Alexa voice control.
Orbit brings HomeKit support to its B-hyve irrigation and watering system
Here at CES 2018, Orbit announced that HomeKit support will be coming to their line of irrigation products, which encompasses smart sprinklers and other accessories.
Nanoleaf launches dodecahedron HomeKit controller and square lighting panels
Nanoleaf, the makers of one of my fav HomeKit lighting solutions, called Aurora, launched two new products at CES 2018: a dodecahedron-shaped HomeKit controller to set scenes or control your lights and a new lighting system using square tiles instead of triangles.
Fibaro launches a smart control button that will support HomeKit
Smart home accessory manufacturer Fibaro has launched their latest product here at CES 2018, dubbed The Button, which lets you perform any number of tasks by the press of... a button. It will even support Apple's HomeKit platform, though not at launch.
Nokia Sleep takes on Apple’s Beddit with this new sleep monitoring system
Announced in Las Vegas at CES, the Nokia Sleep is described as an "advanced sensor" built directly into your mattress pad. The Wi-Fi connected device slips under your mattress with the goal of monitoring and recording sleep patterns.
Netgear adds HomeKit support to Arlo Baby Smart HD Monitor via firmware update
HomeKit support is coming to owners of Netgear's Arlo Baby Smart HD Monitor Camera via a firmware update later this year.
Kohler introduces new HomeKit connected faucet and shower at CES
At CES this week, Kohler took the wraps off a collection of new smart kitchen and bath products that utilize its Microsoft Azure-based Kohler Konnect platform. They will also support Apple's HomeKit and Siri when they launch.
Abode announces iota security camera with HomeKit support
Abode Systems has announced the upcoming release of the iota, a new all-in-one security camera that is designed to integrate with many other smart home products, including Apple's HomeKit.
Canary launches an inexpensive home security camera at CES, but without HomeKit support
Available for under a hundred bucks, the new Canary View is an affordable home security camera that has many of the features found in the pricier Canary All-In-One range.
iDevices launches new HomeKit light switch with Amazon Alexa integration
Popular home accessory maker iDevices at CES 2018 launched its latest product, the Instinct smart wall switch that, aside from working with Apple's HomeKit system, features what amounts to a tiny Amazon Echo smart assistant built into the front.
Apple Watch will be able to control Whirlpool washers, dryers, ovens & other appliances
At CES 2018, home appliances maker Whirlpool has announced that more than twenty of its products will be able to be easily controlled through your Apple Watch in early 2018.