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Amber Technology expands ABB automation distribution to New Zealand

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Amber Technology extends its ABB automation distribution to New Zealand, offering integrators access to building and home automation solutions.
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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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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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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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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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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.
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RTI announces its new seamless KX4 in-wall touch panel

Wed, 8th Feb 2023
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RTI launches the KX4 in-wall touch panel keypad, a powerful and cost-effective tool for smart office environments.
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Google unveils new Nest Cams and Doorbells

Fri, 6th Aug 2021
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Google unveils its next-generation Nest Cams and Doorbell, including the company's first battery-powered camera and doorbell.
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Hands-on Review: Amazon Echo Show 8

Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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Amazon's Echo Show 8 impresses with its versatile 8-inch touchscreen and robust speaker quality, adding a multimedia edge to your digital assistant.
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Aruba releases end-to-end switching portfolio

Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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Aruba unveils an end-to-end switching portfolio with AI-powered automation. The new CX series promises enhanced agility and modern enterprise solutions.
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IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats

Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.