The Home Connectivity Alliance (HCA), an organisation focused on promoting secure interoperability and energy efficiency across long-life appliances, HVAC systems, and TVs within the connected home ecosystem, has announced a cooperative agreement with the Korea Association of AI Smart Home…
Aqara unveils smart home solutions at IFA 2024
Aqara has unveiled a range of innovative smart home solutions aimed at enhancing security, safety, energy efficiency, and interoperability. Alongside these new developments, Aqara has announced partnerships with Home Assistant and Tesla, expanding its ecosystem and integration capabilities. Home security…
Thread releases 1.4 specification
The Thread Group has officially released its Thread 1.4 specification, alongside launching a new certification programme for applications. This release enables members to introduce significant upgrades to both new and existing wireless IoT devices, as well as advanced sensor networks,…
LG set to debut AI smart home hub at IFA 2024
LG Electronics (LG) is set to debut the LG ThinQ ON AI home hub, featuring its innovative Affectionate Intelligence, at IFA 2024 in Berlin, Germany, from 6-10 September. This cutting-edge hub is designed to offer exceptional connectivity and expandability, serving…
Five Samsung products now certified as Diamond by UL Solutions
Samsung Electronics has announced that a growing number of its products within the digital appliances business have been awarded the ‘Diamond’ level certification under UL Solutions’ Marketing Claim Verification IoT Security Rating Programme. This follows the success of the Bespoke…
Schneider integrates Matter into its wiring devices
Schneider Electric has announced the integration of Matter protocols into its Schneider X Series range of connected wiring devices. This enhancement will boost compatibility across smart home ecosystems, offering improved integration to simplify home energy management. Recently recognised as the…
Mouser and Qorvo release eBook on smart home connectivity
Mouser Electronics has collaborated with Qorvo to release a new eBook that explores the connectivity needs of smart homes and the various technologies that support them. Titled ‘Next-Gen Connectivity for Smart Living’, this eBook provides an in-depth analysis of the…
Q&A with Deepal Mehta, InnoPhase IoT on Matter and more
News last month of InnoPhase IoT launching its Talaria TWO Matter v1.2 certified Wi-Fi solution hit IoT Insider. The solution in question reflected the concerted effort and consideration involved in creating a Matter-certified solution. To learn more, IoT Insider Editor…
Hubbcast identified “gap in insurance”: Q&A with Mohammad Aghababaie
The founding of Hubbcast over one year ago came about because Co-Founder and CEO Mohammad Aghababaie identified a “significant gap” in the insurance industry which could be filled by leveraging IoT data, he told IoT Insider in an exclusive interview.…
Silicon Labs’ SoC picked for smart switch
Silicon Labs has announced that its MG21 2.4 GHz wireless System-on-Chip (SoC) has been chosen by SONOFF for its new ZBMicro smart switch, the Micro Zigbee USB Smart Adaptor. The ZBMicro represents a significant advancement in smart home technology. Serving…
