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A home automation enthusiast turned their living room into the USS Enterprise by coding a custom Star Trek control panel that actually controls their lights and devices. The DIY project combines nostalgia with practical smart home tech.
A tech journalist spent a decade wrestling with her chaotic smart home setup until an AI coding tool solved it in one afternoon. What normally takes weeks of programming happened in hours.
Futurists in 1989 predicted what homes would look like in 2020, and they were surprisingly accurate about smart home technology. From voice commands to learning thermostats, the BBC's Tomorrow's World series nailed many of the innovations we use today.
Two major tech standards are joining forces to let your smart home devices automatically communicate with the power grid, potentially slashing your energy bills without any effort on your part. The partnership could eliminate expensive add-on boxes and make power savings as simple as plugging in your appliances.
New AI-powered smart home technology is helping millions of family caregivers who spend 27 hours weekly caring for loved ones with dementia. These watchful systems prevent accidents and give exhausted caregivers much-needed relief.
Hong Kong is expanding smart home technology across public housing to help seniors live safely and independently. Door sensors, fall detectors, and stair climbers are rolling out to thousands of elderly residents.
Two major tech organizations just made it simpler for your home appliances to save you money on electricity bills. The partnership could turn everyday devices into energy-saving helpers.
A tech journalist caring for her mother with Parkinson's found unexpected relief in a simple lamp upgrade. The small change sparked momentum to reclaim her entire bedroom space.
Lawrence Tech is launching a Healthy Aging Innovation Center to help seniors live independently at home through smart technology and human-centered design. The free April 10 event will showcase innovations that make aging safer and more dignified.
Singapore is transforming elder care with smart wearables, telehealth, and home automation that let seniors live independently longer. The government offers grants making these life-changing technologies affordable for everyone.
The maker of millions of Roomba vacuum cleaners has emerged from bankruptcy with new ownership and a stronger financial foundation. Meanwhile, delivery robot company Serve Robotics is bringing its scaling expertise to healthcare by acquiring hospital robot maker Diligent Robotics.
Japanese tech giant Panasonic just launched a smart fuel cell system that turns natural gas into electricity and hot water right in your home, working alongside solar panels to slash energy bills. The breakthrough device can power itself during outages and helps stabilize the electrical grid during peak demand.
House hunters can now skip endless filter clicking and just describe their dream home in plain English. Homes.com's new AI assistant understands requests like "modern kitchen near good schools" and instantly delivers matches.
When electricity prices went negative on May 1, European households with smart batteries earned real money by charging from the grid. One company is helping thousands turn their home batteries into profit centers.
A revolutionary type of home that produces as much energy as it uses is transforming how people think about housing. These net-zero homes combine solar panels with smart design to slash energy bills while protecting the planet.
Japanese researchers just cracked the code on designing homes that slash energy use while adapting to both regional climates and rising temperatures. Their breakthrough could help millions achieve net-zero energy homes without a one-size-fits-all approach.
Home battery storage is getting a smart upgrade. Major portable power companies are creating modular systems that combine the flexibility of portable batteries with the power of whole-home backup.
Scientists developed a menstrual pad that can measure fertility hormones without blood tests or clinic visits. The innovation could help millions of women understand their reproductive health from the comfort of home.
A breakthrough AI system installed in home smart meters can now detect power grid problems the instant they happen, stopping outages before they grow. The technology has already caught hidden infrastructure issues that could have sparked wildfires or injured utility workers.
A new robotic glove with 37 tiny actuators can reduce hand swelling by up to 25% in just 30 minutes, and patients can use it safely at home without a therapist. Cornell researchers developed EdemaFlex to help millions suffering from painful hand edema finally get relief on their own schedule.
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