… Samsung has announced that it has enhanced SmartThings integration with IKEA’s new smart home line. Previously, IKEA’s devices required you to connect to both SmartThings hub and IKEA smart home hub. …
… The new camera is far cheaper than Google’s $99 Nest Cam while still offering Google Home integration and Gemini-powered AI features. Walmart’s budget tech brand Onn is expanding deeper into the Google smart home ecosystem with a new Google Home -compatible security camera that costs just $35. …
… Plus, it integrates smoothly with popular smart home systems like Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and Google Home. …
… Are you sticking with Google Home or have you moved to another smart home platform? 1145 votes In a post on the r/googlehome subreddit , the original poster says several lights were unexpectedly removed from their Home, and the issue has occurred twice in about 48 hours. …
… By • May 14, 2026 • • • Add AndroidAuthority on Google Brady Snyder / Android Authority TL;DR Code inside the Google Home app for iOS references a possible new device called “Google Home Display.” The branding is notable because Google has already shown it’s moving away from the Nest name for upcom… …
… If you’ve been eyeing a reliable smart doorbell with all the bells and whistles, this is a standout opportunity to get a smart home device that originally retailed for $130. The Arlo Video Doorbell 2K is packed with features designed for modern home security. …
… Do you let guests control your smart home? 302 votes Where smart homes fall apart Before I switched over to Home Assistant , my smart home centered around Google Home. And if you’ve used Google Home, you know the struggle of adding a temporary visitor or guest to your setup. …
… However, it doesn’t support Nest integration, which can be a deal-breaker for many. If you’ve always wanted to set up a DIY home security system, ADT has a new offering that might just be what you need — or not, depending on what your smart home interests looks like. …
… But that’s yesterday’s news compared to the deep Gemini integrations and the kind of smart work Android is doing these days, and none of that has truly reached widgets themselves yet. …
… There are also dedicated spaces for connectivity and security, specifically for Wifi, locks and alarms, streamers, along with a new focus on Gemini for Home , app and automations, account and subscriptions, and smart home for developers. …
