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"Maximizing Home Automation with Smart Sensors"

Smart sensors have evolved to measure various changes such as temperature, humidity, vibration, water, smoke, gas, and presence, making them incredibly useful for automating homes. They can monitor 24/7, trigger automations, save money by detecting energy and water usage, and create a safety net by alerting about security breaches or tracking family members and pets. Choosing the right sensor for specific needs is crucial in creating effective smart home automations.

via Lifehacker|

#energy-monitoring #home-automation #safety

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"LG Unveils Groundbreaking Transparent OLED TV at CES 2024"

LG unveiled its new transparent OLED TV, the OLED T, at CES 2024. The 77-inch flatscreen TV can completely vanish, blending into the background when not in use. Powered by LG's Alpha 11 AI processor, the TV offers impressive image and audio quality and is completely wireless, utilizing the Zero Connect Box for wireless video and audio transmission. LG aims to release the TV this year, offering standalone, wall-mounted, and against-the-wall options. This innovation could revolutionize how TVs fit into home decor, with LG leading the charge in transparent display technology.

via Lifehacker|

#ces-2024 #lg #oled-tv

smart-home-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Thread Group's Solution for Fixing Thread Border Routers"

Thread Group is addressing the multi-network problem in smart home devices by standardizing how border routers share credentials with different manufacturers, allowing them to form a single, larger ranging Thread mesh network. This move aims to increase reliability and interoperability of Thread devices. Additionally, Thread Group announced updates for 2024 to make Thread devices more interoperable, reliable, and flexible, including opening up more visibility into Thread networks for easier troubleshooting and requiring Thread border routers to provide a standardized path to the Internet.

via The Verge|

#interoperability-standard #matter #smart-home

smart-home-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Eve Introduces Groundbreaking Matter-Compatible Smart Wall Outlet

Eve Systems has announced the Eve Energy Outlet, a Thread-enabled, Matter-compatible wall outlet with energy monitoring capabilities. The outlet can be controlled individually and works with various platforms, including Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings. However, energy monitoring can only be accessed through Eve's app or the Samsung SmartThings app. The company also revealed plans for a Matter version of its Thread smart light switch and the launch of its own smart blinds collection. Matter is an interoperability standard developed by Apple, Amazon, Google, and Samsung to provide a common language for smart home devices to communicate locally without relying on a cloud connection.

via The Verge|

#energy-monitoring #eve-energy-outlet #matter

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"Aqara Presence Sensor FP2: Revolutionizing Smart Home Motion Detection with Sleep Tracking"

Aqara's Presence Sensor FP2, utilizing millimeter wave radar technology, is receiving new features including Sleep Monitoring Mode, AI Person Detection, and People Counting. The sleep monitoring function analyzes sleep status, heart rate, and respiratory data, while AI Person Detection distinguishes between human and non-human motion. People Counting alerts users when people enter a room and provides the number of individuals present. The FP2's ability to detect specific movements allows for advanced automations. However, accuracy issues have been reported with the device. The sleep monitoring feature offers an affordable and non-intrusive option for tracking heart rate and breathing while sleeping. The FP2 is compatible with various smart home platforms and will support Matter in the future.

via The Verge|

#ai-person-detection #aqara #people-counting

smart-home-technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Eve Energy smart plug integrates seamlessly with Samsung SmartThings Energy platform"

Eve Systems has partnered with Samsung to bring energy monitoring capabilities to the SmartThings home automation platform. The integration, set to be live by December 4th, allows Android users to take advantage of the Eve Energy plug's energy monitoring feature, which was previously only available for iPhone users through Apple Home. Energy monitoring is becoming increasingly important as people seek to reduce energy consumption, and the Eve Energy plug is highly regarded for its monitoring capabilities. While the plug works on all Matter-compatible platforms, the lack of energy monitoring support in Matter has prompted Eve to find alternative ways to offer this feature on different platforms. Samsung's SmartThings Energy platform offers robust energy management options, and the integration with Eve's plug enhances the platform's capabilities.

via The Verge|

#energy-monitoring #eve-systems #home-automation

smart-home-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Aqara Introduces Versatile Smart Sensors for Home Security and Automation

Aqara has released its first Matter-over-Thread sensor, the Door and Window Sensor P2, which can be integrated into existing Matter-enabled smart homes without the need for an Aqara hub. The sensor uses a magnet to detect if doors or windows are opened or closed, offering various applications such as enhancing security or alerting users to open freezer doors. Aqara's sensor features a nondescript design and comes with adhesive mounting options. The company plans to release a Hub M3 and update its Aqara Home app to support Matter, enabling additional features for the sensor. Aqara is also working on adding Matter support to its existing hubs and has a roadmap for more Thread-enabled smart devices.

via The Verge|

#aqara #home-automation #matter