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Brick’s new app blocker is designed for bedtime doomscrolling
A $129 brick-shaped device now locks your phone the moment you step into bed, aiming to curb bedtime doomscrolling.
Smart Home
41 independently detected trends connected to this subject, with the latest coverage first.
What Archynetys tracks about Smart Home
This hub groups 41 separate news trends connected to Smart Home, spanning June 19, 2026 through October 23, 2026. Each event page combines source coverage, attention velocity and a time-stamped explanation instead of treating every headline as a separate story.
The record below represents 319 article observations and 297 source signals, led by Technology coverage. Use it to compare how individual events emerged, spread and changed over time.
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Meet Mori, a Cute Robot Mushroom That Doesn’t Really Say (or Do) Anything
A mushroom-shaped AI lamp named Mori debuts as a silent, design-first companion for people living alone.
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Apple’s HomeViews Reportedly Collected Dust in Warehouses ‘For the Better Part of a Year’
Apple's HomeViews reportedly collected dust in warehouses for months, raising questions about the product's viability.
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John Ternus Takes Next Big Swing as Apple CEO With HomeView Tablet
11 news sources are covering this Technology story right now — Archynetys is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Apple launches HomeView, its first smart display for the home
Apple's first smart display, HomeView, is now available.
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New Apple TV 4K, HomeView, and HomePod Mini: 16 Details Just Leaked
4 news sources are covering this Technology story right now — Archynetys is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Google TV Streamer’s sequel showcases a struggling smart home
Google's next TV streamer may struggle with a struggling smart home
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Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe
Apple acquires Huxe talent and licenses AI audio tech to boost Siri-powered smart home offerings
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Apple Announces Next ‘Welcome Home’ Special Event on Oct. 13
8 news sources are covering this Technology story right now — Archynetys is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Apple Set to Debut Touch-Screen MacBook and New iPad Mini in Late October
8 news sources are covering this Technology story right now — Archynetys is tracking how fast it spreads.
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We now have images of the smart home products that Apple and LG are reportedly cooking up
Apple and LG tease a fresh wave of smart‑home gadgets just weeks before Apple’s slated Oct 13 launch.
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Apple’s Smart Home Push Includes Doorbell, Lock, Thermostat Codeveloped With LG
Apple and LG’s joint smart‑home launch could reshape the consumer market, giving both firms a foothold while nudging rivals aside.
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Home Assistant renames Home Assistant Cloud to Link
Home Assistant renames its cloud service to avoid association with 'Big Tech'
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Apple's Smart Home Camera Will Apparently Have 'No Video Recording'
Apple’s new smart camera skips video altogether, swapping surveillance footage for privacy‑first text alerts.
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Apple Stores Receive 'Do Not Open' Boxes Ahead of Smart Home Products Launch
Apple Stores Receive 'Do Not Open' Boxes Ahead of Smart Home Products Launch
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Google Home update rolling out with better 'Find My Phone' voice commands, smart home improvements
Google Home’s latest update lets you locate your phone by voice even amid loud background noise
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Apple’s “HomePad” will reportedly launch on October 13th
Apple’s HomePad, a smart‑home hub echoing the iMac G4, is set to debut on 13 October 2026, sparking a stock surge and a new market push.
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Google Home is unlocking the agentic smart home
Google Home unlocks agentic smart home capabilities
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Sonos just launched ‘Sonos 27’ app update, here’s what’s new
Sonos users now have smarter voice controls and AI features with the 'Sonos 27' app update.
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SwitchBot’s retrofit door lock offers 19 ways to unlock it
A door lock with 19 unlock options lands alongside SwitchBot’s AI wearable debut at IFA 2026, reshaping home access.
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Ugreen's New Smart Home Ecosystem Is Built Around Local AI Hubs
Ugreen's new smart home ecosystem built around local AI hubs sparks debate on cost and functionality.
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I want to wrap myself in Hue’s new Liane rope lights
Philips Hue’s Liane rope lights promise immersive ambience, sparking buzz among smart‑home enthusiasts.
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IFA 2026: the biggest tech and gadget announcements
IFA 2026 erupts with AI‑driven home tech, robot mowers and wild wearables, drawing record coverage across 21 outlets.
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Anker’s MindBase Wants to Be the Smart Hub for Your Life
Anker's MindBase is a new AI-powered smart home hub, but it's not the only product the company is launching this week.
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Google Home update lets you set light color temperature to your favorite kelvin using voice commands
Google Home users can now fine-tune their smart lighting with precise voice commands.
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Amazon makes its AI-powered Alexa+ free on Fire TV, no Prime required
Amazon's move to make Alexa+ free on Fire TV devices could reshape the smart home market.
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Apple’s big Home product overhaul leaked in new report
Apple's upcoming smart home product overhaul could reshape the market.
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Sonos just launched Live Activities on iPhone
Sonos has added playback controls to the iPhone lock screen, marking a significant update for iPhone users.
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Apple has a huge product roadmap for the smart home: Here’s what’s coming
Apple's smart home ambitions are heating up, with new products and features in the pipeline that could reshape the market.
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I finally found a robot lawnmower I’d trust with my yard
Robotic lawn mowers are gaining traction among homeowners due to improved installation ease and performance reliability.
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OpenAI’s new AI smart speaker will reportedly sell for between $300 and $400
OpenAI's first consumer device is a smart speaker with a unique design and a price tag to match.
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Google Home update adds support for viewing third-party cameras from Wyze, Eufy, more
Google Home's latest update is a mixed bag of new features, with some users questioning the need for an interactive storytime feature.
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Apple Set to Make Big Smart Home Push With Siri AI at Center
Apple is preparing a multi-product smart home hardware expansion centered on Siri-integrated AI features.
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Alexa Is About To Get Smarter
Amazon has released a major free update for Alexa+, introducing AI-powered toolkits and expanded smart home integrations.
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Gemini on Nest Hub redesigns weather and other knowledge answers
Google is integrating Gemini into its Nest Hub and Home platforms, introducing new visual interfaces for knowledge queries and automated home suggestions.
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12 Gadgets Under $25 That Deserve A Spot In Your Home Office
Affordable smart devices and desk accessories are trending as key tools for enhancing 2026 workspace productivity.
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I waited six years for the Google Home Speaker
Google's new Home Speaker arrives after a six-year gap, sparking debate over its AI utility and troubling performance issues.
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Upgrade your smart home with these Prime Day deals under $40
Amazon Prime Day offers steep discounts on smart home devices, sparking a rush to upgrade.
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Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API
Samsung's move to monetize its SmartThings API sparks debate among tech enthusiasts and developers
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Ray-Ban Meta Optics Review: A Better Fit Comes With A Higher Price
Ray-Ban's latest smart glasses are sparking debate over cost and privacy.
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Google Has Discontinued The Nest Home Mini And Nest Audio
Google is replacing the Nest Mini and Nest Audio with a new Gemini-powered smart speaker priced at $99.