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Samsung introduces AI-powered appliances for Kiwi homes

Mon, 19th May 2025
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Samsung launches 2025 AI-powered home appliances in New Zealand, enhancing convenience with smart features, security, and adaptive technology for Kiwis.
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DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification

Fri, 16th May 2025
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DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.
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Exclusive: Rolf Bienert discusses OpenADR Alliance's growth amid electrification shift

Thu, 15th May 2025
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OpenADR Alliance, led by Rolf Bienert, accelerates energy management amid electrification shift, enabling smarter EV charging and dynamic pricing globally.
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LG wins 35 Red Dot awards for design, led by OLED T television

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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LG Electronics secured 35 awards at the 2025 Red Dot Design Award, including Best of the Best for its wireless transparent OLED T TV.
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Amber Technology expands smart home solutions with ABB

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Amber Technology has expanded its partnership with ABB to include its ABB-free@home smart home automation solution, enhancing services for installers across Australia.
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Private 5G resilience showcased during cyclone Alfred event

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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A pioneering private 5G network at GemLife Gold Coast withstood cyclone Alfred's fury, ensuring vital connectivity while major providers faltered.
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Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Arlo Technologies expands its partnership with Samsung SmartThings to enhance home security, introducing advanced features like AI object detection this spring.
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Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.
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Vulnerabilities in industrial switches uncovered by Claroty

Mon, 20th Jan 2025
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Claroty has uncovered three significant vulnerabilities in Planet Technology's WGS-804HPT Industrial switches, risking remote code execution on compromised devices.
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LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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At CES 2025, LG Electronics is unveiling its latest AI innovations, showcasing immersive experiences designed to enhance daily living at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.
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US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns

Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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Concerns are rising over TP-Link products amid reports of a potential ban, highlighting security risks associated with smart home devices in the US.
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Hands-on Review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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With perfect timing, Beatbot contacted Techday’s new pool owner, Darren Price, asking if he would like to test its new Aquasense Pro robot pool cleaner.
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Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.
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Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.
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Amber Technology to showcase new automation solutions at expo

Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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Amber Technology prepares to unveil its advanced automation solutions at the Integrate Expo 2024 in Sydney from 21-23 August, alongside partner ABB.
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OliverIQ unveils B2B smart home service for comms service providers

Fri, 17th May 2024
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OliverIQ launches a SHaaS platform empowering CSPs such as telcos and ISPs to offer seamless smart home automation and 24/7 support under their own brands.
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ADT New Zealand introduces DIY home security solution

Wed, 1st May 2024
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ADT New Zealand disrupts the home security industry with a do-it-yourself solution offering swift installation and advanced protection, without long-term contracts or waiting times for technicians.
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DigiCert & Macnica partner for India's first Matter 1.21 air conditioner

Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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DigiCert and Macnica team up to bring PKI to Panasonic Life Solutions India's home appliances, launching India's first Matter 1.21 enabled room air conditioner for secure IoT connectivity.
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OliverIQ debuts first complete Smart Home-as-a-Service at CES 2024

Tue, 9th Jan 2024
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OliverIQ debuts at CES 2024 with a revolutionary Smart Home-as-a-Service (SHaaS) platform that simplifies home automation, offering a subscription model unifying numerous smart devices with round-the-clock support.