Industrial facilities are sitting on a ticking time bomb of outdated connectivity. According to a new podcast, the shift to modern IoT is being blocked by legacy systems, but new Wi-Fi tech could be the bridge forward.
LG unveiled its first AI home robot, CLOiD, at CES 2026. It’s supposed to handle complex chores like folding laundry and baking. The demo, however, revealed it’s not quite ready to replace human hands.
Beatbot is launching a high-end robotic pool cleaner that empties its own filter. The AquaSense X, priced at $4,250, docks into a station that flushes debris into a disposable bag.
Samsung’s latest SmartThings update bridges the gap between Apple and Android ecosystems. iPhone users can now trigger SmartThings automations using Siri voice commands. The update also brings enhanced Apple Watch compatibility and expanded Live Activities support.
A new marketplace called Microservice Store has launched, promising to let developers publish and vendors integrate embedded software components in weeks instead of years. The platform features built-in security management and compliance automation for major cybersecurity standards.
Construction equipment giant Develon is making Leica Geosystems’ MC1 3D machine control system available as an aftermarket kit for its entire 9 Series crawler excavator lineup. The partnership enables operators to upgrade from existing 2D systems to precise 3D automation without replacing their curr
Apple has pushed back its deadline for discontinuing the original Home architecture to February 2026. The extension provides breathing room but highlights persistent issues with Apple’s smart home strategy and upgrade requirements.
