The article suggests various ways to repurpose old Samsung phones, such as using Samsung DeX for a desktop experience, turning the device into a media player, a smart home hub, or a portable gaming console through cloud gaming, instead of selling or discarding it.
Google’s TV Streamer 4K, a versatile device that handles streaming and smart home control, is on sale for $79.99, its lowest price since May, offering excellent features like 4K HDR support, Ethernet, and Google Assistant integration.
Apple's new smart home hub, initially expected in 2024, has been delayed due to Siri and software development issues, with a launch now anticipated in 2026, aligning with the release of new Siri features and updates to related technologies.
Google’s 4K TV Streamer is on sale for around $84, offering a significant upgrade over previous models with enhanced RAM, storage, and smart home capabilities, including Matter and Thread support, making it a versatile device for streaming and smart home control.
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro is a versatile outdoor security camera that doubles as a smart home hub, offering 1520p resolution, AI-powered recognition, and support for multiple smart home platforms, all without requiring a subscription for local video storage via RTSP, making it a compelling choice for smart home enthusiasts.
Apple has delayed some features of its upcoming smart home hub to accelerate its release, which is now expected by the end of 2023, though the device's existence and exact launch date remain unconfirmed.