It’s been a few years since Google took the first steps towards what has now become its most ubiquitous and consistent feature across multiple devices: the smart home panel. What started out as simple ...

A new feature in Android 15 allows your phone or tablet to display an interactive smart home control panel while charging — and it’s not limited to Google Home. A new feature in Android 15 allows your ...

Android 15 is finally here with tons of new features including a new Home Controls screensaver that doubles up your phone or tablet into a control center for smart home devices. What’s nice is that ...

Smart home control panels look set to be a big trend in 2025, with Aqara, Shelly, and possibly even Apple getting in on the action. Wall-mounted or counter-top control panels are a great idea, but ...

Imagine walking into your home and, with a single tap on a sleek, wall-mounted screen, adjusting the lights, setting the perfect temperature, or even queuing up your favorite playlist, all without ...

The Panel Hub S1 Plus is one of the best products that Aqara unveiled at this year’s CES. The flagship in-wall panel acts as a central unit to control the entire smart home with a single interface.

I have a few theories about the sudden popularity of these devices, beyond the obvious “monkey see, monkey do” nature of ...

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The new Google TV Streamer features a home panel that allows users to control smart home devices directly through their TV screen. The home panel feature is currently exclusive to the Google TV ...

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Aqara announced an array of new smart home devices at CES 2025, including its first in-wall touchscreen control panel. The Matter-compatible controller works with the company’s new dimmers, switches, ...