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Home Assistant has introduced its first locally operated voice assistant, enhancing privacy by avoiding cloud data dependency.

The Connectivity Standards Alliance introduces Matter 1.4, enhancing interoperability across smart home platforms with new device support and energy management features.

Google Home expands with Gemini AI integrations offering features like 'Help Me Create' and 'AI Camera Search'.

Xiaomi introduces the Smart Home Screen Mini in China, featuring HyperOS and a compact design for smart home management.

Lenovo's latest prototypes include an AI-powered device called the AI Buddy, showcased at TechWorld 2024.

Apple is preparing to launch two new smart home displays, one high-end and one affordable, both running a new operating system called homeOS. The devices are designed to integrate AI and home automation features, allowing seamless control over smart home systems.

The team behind Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 has issued a recall for devices produced in a faulty batch due to a defective voltage regulator. Users are encouraged to check if their device is affected and take advantage of the free replacement program.

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has unveiled new SD cards and a protective silicone bumper for the Raspberry Pi 5.

Eufy unveils the Outdoor String Lights E10, boasting voice control, motion detection, and robust weatherproofing.

U-tec unveils the Ultraloq Bolt Mission, the first smart lock to feature Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology for precise user proximity detection.