Hello, fellow smart-home-enthusiasts! Let's see what's new this week:
1Home Lab: Automating curtains with KNX and SwitchBot
Automating curtains in KNX just got a whole lot simpler, easier - and cheaper. Watch the 2nd episode of 1Home Lab to learn how you can use SwitchBot devices with your KNX system thanks to 1Home Server.
Google Home Adds Member Access Levels
Google Home introduces Admin and Member access levels. Admins have full control, while Members get limited access, with options for device management or activity history. Available now in Public Preview via the latest app.
Anker’s Smart Lock with Camera and Vein Scanner Rumored
Anker's eufy Security Video Smart Lock S3 Pro may soon debut, combining a doorbell, security camera, and smart lock. It offers multiple unlocking methods, including palm vein recognition, voice commands, etc. Details, including its launch and pricing, remain unconfirmed, though its features point to a high-tech smart home solution.
Apple Home Robot Vacuum Support Delayed to 2025
Apple has quietly postponed its planned HomeKit support for robot vacuums to early 2025, originally expected with iOS 18. The integration will enable Siri commands and automation for vacuum features like power control and cleaning modes. This delay follows other postponed iOS 18 features, with updates for Siri and Apple Intelligence still rolling out.
Cradlewise Smart Bassinet: AI for Better Sleep
It seems even babies can't escape the AI revolution. The Cradlewise Smart Bassinet promises to soothe babies with the help of AI combined with a sound machine and a baby monitor, letting parents get more uninterrupted rest. It does make us think though; are products like these interfering with some of humankind's most primal bonds? We'll let you be the judge :)
And that's all for today.
Like always, thanks for reading and stay tuned for more!