Apple buys patents from defunct home security camera maker Lighthouse AI
Apple has acquired a batch of US patents from a failed home security camera startup, Lighthouse AI, including patents related to depth-sensing technologies.
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HomePod will soon be able to make phone calls, run multiple timers at once, and more
Apple’s expected to introduce a significant HomePod update this Fall that could significantly change how you use and enjoy the smart speaker.
Best summer accessories for iPhone and other Apple devices
On this list, you’ll find some of the best summer accessories that go perfectly with your iPhone and other Apple devices. Included here are speakers, headphones, and more.
Google Assistant now works with 5,000 smart home accessories vs. 200 for Siri and HomeKit
Siri and Apple’s HomeKit platform work with about 200 smart home devices. Google’s Assistant is compatible with more than 5,000 accessories for the connected home.
Smart home builders increasingly picking Alexa accessories over HomeKit products
According to a new report, smart home builders in the United States are increasingly favoring accessories for the connected home that work with the Alexa assistant than the smart gadgets compatible with Apple’s HomeKit framework.
HomeKit Automation #004: manage your setup codes with the HomePass app
Our HomeKit Automation series takes a look at one of the constant struggles for any HomeKit user—storing and organizing the medley of important secure pairing codes.
August adds 24 hours of free cloud video storage for smart doorbell camera owners
Smart lock maker August said today that owners of its Doorbell Cam and Doorbell Cam Pro security camera will now have access to 24 hours of free video storage.
HomeKit Automation #003: Create a status light for smart locks & sensors
In our third entry to our HomeKit automation series, we explore a simple way to create a door lock status light. While the status light could represent many things, I use it as a way to be sure all my doors are closed and locked.
How I created HomeKit smart light solutions for my fish tanks
One of my favorite HomeKit application has been to create custom lighting solutions for my fish tanks. I came up with two different ways of accomplishing what I wanted through HomeKit. The first is a simpler, cheaper, and easier method. The second is more in-depth and costly, but has much more control.
Amazon acquires smart home startup Ring, continues to pledge HomeKit support
Looking to increase its holding in the smart home market, Amazon is reportedly acquiring the makers of the most popular doorbell cam on the market.
Bixby tabletop speaker will make its debut in the second half of 2018
A yet-to-be-named device will focus on the premium segment, meaning Samsung intends to take on Apple’s HomePod which costs $349 and provides great sound quality.
After being announced at CES, Arlo has added HomeKit support to baby cam through update
After being announced at CES 2018, Netgear has followed through with adding HomeKit support to their Arlo Baby HD camera.