Withings is launching the Body Scan 2, a high-end smart scale it calls a “longevity station.” Priced at $599.95, it claims to measure over 60 biomarkers in 90 seconds and syncs data to Apple Health. The device is scheduled to launch in the second quarter of 2026.
A tech enthusiast built a completely offline voice assistant using a ReSpeaker Lite board and a custom 3D-printed enclosure. The system uses Whisper for speech-to-text, a local LLM for responses, and Piper for GLaDOS-style voice synthesis, all managed through Home Assistant. This DIY project offers
A new smart home vulnerability was exploited by North Korean hackers just days after its disclosure. With billions of attacks recorded this year, your connected devices are a major risk.
According to a new analysis, beginners should skip the mini PC and start their smart home with a Raspberry Pi. The argument centers on cost, simplicity, and a massive support community that makes learning easier.
Drive system manufacturer Nord is offering a new digital service. Customers can now request a simulation model, or digital twin, of their fully configured drive system to test it virtually before physical commissioning.
The team behind Home Assistant has launched a universal smart home adapter that could eliminate the need for multiple proprietary hubs. For $49, the Connect ZBT-2 bridges Zigbee, Thread, and Matter devices directly into Home Assistant. This could finally deliver the unified smart home experience use
Your smart home gadgets might be causing network problems you didn’t even notice. From sluggish speeds to mysterious data spikes, here’s what to watch for and how to protect your Wi-Fi from these connected intruders.
Six major IoT vendors are significantly expanding their channel partner programs in 2025. The moves include telecom giant Vodafone and industrial IoT provider Orbcomm teaming up with major U.S. distributors. These channel expansions aim to accelerate IoT adoption across enterprise and industrial mar
