U-tec unveils new Matter compatible smart home, smart bulbs, and a new smart home ecosystem
U-tec has unveiled a bunch of new smart home products that might be worth checking out if you’re hoping to give your home a smart makeover. The post U-tec unveils new Matter compatible smart home, smart bulbs, and a new smart home ecosystem appeare.....»»
Apple-backed Matter adds new smart home device types, better cross-platform experience, more
The Apple-backed group that oversees the Matter smart device standard has launched its latest big update. Matter 1.4 debuts today with a variety of improvements that further advance smart home capabilities. Here’s what’s new. more….....»»
Matter expands energy tracking capabilities, streamlines setup
Matter 1.4 is now available bringing with it a bunch of new energy tracking features and network enhancements......»»
Blink Sync Module XR quadruples the range of its predecessor to an impressive 400 feet
The Blink Sync Module XR lets you place the Blink Outdoor 4 up to 400 feet away from your home, giving your security system additional flexibility......»»
How to set up a VPN on your router for whole-home protection
You can protect more than just one Mac or iPhone with a VPN. Here's how to protect all of your Internet-connected devices at once by setting up a VPN on your router.A router's portsA VPN typically works on a per-device level. You usually have to set.....»»
New Matter 1.4 spec supports more device types & improvements for Apple Home
The Connectivity Standards Alliance has finalized the Matter 1.4 spec, releasing it to accessory makers and platforms like Apple Home with several new device types and improvements.Matter continues to improve with its latest updateThe Connectivity St.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: November 6, 2024 – Apple smart glasses rumors, more
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsore.....»»
Examining how stellar threats impact the habitable zone of exoplanets
When we think of exoplanets that may be able to support life, we home in on the habitable zone. A habitable zone is a region around a star where planets receive enough stellar energy to have liquid surface water. It's a somewhat crude but helpful fir.....»»
The GE Smart Indoor Smoker has a huge discount at Best Buy!
Bring the delicious BBQ tastes of summer into the kitchen with the GE Profile Smart Indoor Smoker, now on sale at Best Buy for $714......»»
9to5Mac Gift Guide: Zac’s bag of 2024 tech
Every great holiday gift guide deserves a punchy theme that captures your attention and inspires your gift giving season. My theme this year? Stuff I received to review but haven’t yet, and stuff I honestly use daily. What… the smart home gift gu.....»»
Nintendo’s Switch Successor will Indeed be Backwards-Compatible
Is it really a surprise, though? The post Nintendo’s Switch Successor will Indeed be Backwards-Compatible appeared first on Phandroid. At this point a lot of people are just going through the motions when talking about Nintendo Switc.....»»
Microbial slime: The ultimate system to understand our planet
Billions of years ago, Earth was home to extreme environments, including intense UV radiation, frequent volcanic eruptions, and very high concentrations of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. Yet, under these conditions, biofilms formed and within thes.....»»
Quantum vortices confirm superfluidity in supersolid
Supersolids are a new form of quantum matter that has only recently been demonstrated. The state of matter can be produced artificially in ultracold, dipolar quantum gases. A team led by Innsbruck physicist Francesca Ferlaino has now demonstrated a m.....»»
These LumiCharge smart lamps make excellent multi-purpose gifts — they’re also on sale
Some of the coolest gifts are multi-functional. Allow me to explain. Quirky gifts are great, but that actually provide value to the person you’re giving them to are even better. Multi-functional gift ideas, or gadgets, and gizmos that achieve m.....»»
Nintendo’s next system is compatible with Nintendo Switch games
You will be able to play Nintendo Switch games on the system's successor, Nintendo has confirmed......»»
Best Marvel movies in MCU’s Phase Four, ranked
Many consider Phase Four of the MCU a low point, but its fair to remind audiences that it had great Marvel films like Shang-Chi and Spider-Man: No Way Home......»»
Public health initiatives needed to promote healthy working at home, say researchers
Home-worker's perceptions of their workload and their ability to switch off after the working day are among a list of factors associated with health and well-being related behaviors......»»
Outrageous $80 smart ring out-blings the Oura Ring
Is the Oura Ring too plain, and the Galaxy Ring too subtle? How about a smart ring with gems embedded into it? That's what this mad $80 smart ring offers......»»
The Echo Show 5 and Echo Pop have crazy discounts today
Automate, organize, and entertain with the Echo Show 5 (3rd Gen) and Echo Pop smart speaker. Save up to 55% off when you order on Amazon......»»
Make the most of your smart lights this holiday season with these expert tips
It's dark and dreary this time of year, but if you're using smart lights properly, it's easy to get through the winter. Here's how to optimize your setup......»»
Scientists find key to engineering water-responsive biopolymers
Scientists at the Advanced Science Research Center at the CUNY Graduate Center (CUNY ASRC) have developed a novel approach to better understand and predict the behaviors of water-responsive materials—solid matter that can change shape by absorbing.....»»