1Home Digest: October '24 Edition 2
Let's start this edition with exciting news:
The 1Home Grey Friday Sale is Live!
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Apple's Smart Home Strategy: Screens and AI
Apple is stepping up its smart home game with a new homeOS, smart displays, and AI-powered devices. The goal is seamless control across homes, using Matter for better compatibility. Apple aims to close the gap with Amazon and Google in the smart home market.
Wi-Fi Sensing Plugs Enable Discreet Caregiver Monitoring
Threshold's Motion Wi-Fi Sensing Plugs use Wi-Fi signal interference to detect motion, allowing caregivers to monitor activity without invasive cameras. The plugs create a motion zone throughout the home and provide real-time updates via a mobile app, offering a non-intrusive way to track daily movement. While they lack smart plug features, upcoming updates will add shared access and customizable notifications.
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Samsung Phones to Unlock Smart Locks Hands-Free by 2025
Samsung will soon allow Galaxy phones and smartwatches to unlock smart locks via a tap or hands-free with UWB technology, similar to Apple’s Home Key. This feature, utilizing the new Aliro smart lock standard, will be available in 2025, letting users access compatible locks without unlocking their devices or opening an app.
Ikea's Smart Lights: Affordable Alternatives
Ikea’s smart lights are a budget-friendly option, costing 75% less than Philips Hue while offering solid performance and local control. They use the Zigbee protocol, allowing operation without Wi-Fi, which is great for cost-conscious users. While they have fewer color options, their adjustable temperature models and compatibility with other smart hubs make them practical.
That is all for today.
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