After launching in the US last year, Alexa+ aims to be “smarter, more conversational and more capable” than ever — but at AU$29.99 per month (without Prime), is another agentic AI assistant worth it?
Google Home’s latest update lets families co-create interactive bedtime stories with Gemini, while also expanding camera support.

Ring has debuted a new version of its smart doorbell camera that’s designed to be easily installed as a replacement for a door’s peephole without drilling or running wires. The Peephole Cam 2K is a replacement for the brand’s Door View Cam that first debuted in 2019 and, alongside a sleeker design, it features a […]
Proxima promises 20-minute blood-count results from a finger prick, but its path into the home will depend on clear clinical evidence showing how it compares with conventional laboratory equipment.

Hue has mentioned a new Play Pro lightstrip for TVs that isn’t currently available to buy. Could it be a TV Omniglow?

Solar energy just set a new record in the UK, supplying more power to the grid than in any previous month. And it will soon get another boost from the legalisation of plug-in solar in weeks.

The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max is a capable robot vacuum cleaner, but my unit developed issues after a year of testing.

The start of a new school year can feel hectic, as parents juggle their kids’ classes, extracurriculars and sports on top of work, appointments, and other responsibilities. It’s easy for things to slip through the cracks, but Skylight’s shared smart calendars can help keep everyone on track, and from August 2nd through August 9th they’re […]

Sunscreen, beach towel… security camera? Make sure your home is properly protected and enjoy peace of mind when you’re sipping cocktails on the beach.

Could plug-in home batteries soon eclipse plug-in solar for home energy savings? I spoke to Anker, Octopus Energy, EcoFlow and WindFall Energy to find out.