The Ultimate Guide to Smart Home
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Home.
What to know about Smart Home
The Smart Home tag showcases the transformative world of home automation and connected living. Explore stories about innovative smart devices, from security systems and smart speakers to energy-saving appliances and AI-powered assistants, shaping modern homes globally and locally.
Discover insights into the latest technologies redefining convenience, comfort, and security in living spaces. Learn about challenges such as cybersecurity, privacy concerns, and market adoption, along with expert tips to make your smart home both efficient and safe.
Dive into product reviews, industry trends, and breakthroughs in smart home integration, including emerging concepts like Smart Home-as-a-Service and voice-controlled environments. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a curious homeowner, these stories offer valuable guidance on navigating and embracing the future of smart living.
Australian Smart Home News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Bose launches modular Lifestyle home audio collection
Bose unveils modular home audio range with speaker, soundbar and subwoofer, aiming to simplify setup while letting users scale systems over time.
Your solar system has an app Now - and it knows more than you think
Solar monitoring apps are quietly becoming the brain of Australian homes, using weather, tariffs and AI to cut bills and spot faults.
Samsung launches 2026 TVs & audio range in Australia
Samsung unveils 2026 TV and audio line-up in Australia, adding Micro RGB sets, broader AI tools and more Art Store options.
BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use
Bluetti brings a slim, quiet battery backup to Kickstarter, promising longer fridge runtime, smart app controls and expandable home resilience.
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds: why a better router, smarter placement and wireless alternatives can boost reliability.
Reolink launches solar floodlight cam in Australia
Reolink rolls out AUD $179.99 solar floodlight camera in Australia, targeting households with wire-free installation, local storage and AI detection.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Smart Home
Featured News
Reviews
Hands-on review: iGarden Swim Jet X Series
Hands-on Review: Logitech Brio 4K a webcam with cinematic flair
Hands-on Review: Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 wireless keyboard
Hands-on Review: Asus ZenWiFi BD4 Smart Home Mesh
Hands-on Review: Narwal Flow
Hands-on Review: BenQ ScreenBar Pro
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10
Hands-on Review: Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro ONMI robot vacuum
Hands-on Review: MOVA Z50 Ultra is the robot vacuum I always dreamed of
Expert Columns
Your solar system has an app Now - and it knows more than you think
BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use
How to upgrade your home internet for faster speeds
Diverse perspectives driving innovation for the real world
Opinion: why women in tech Are redesigning safety - and what that means for us all
BLUETTI RVSolar 48V power system now available to streamline caravans & boat installs
What a tech-integrated Australia can look like in 2050
AI agents are more than just a tech trend, but we must balance innovation with responsibility
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Smart Home News
Amazon launches smaller Fire TV Stick HD in Australia
Amazon brings a cheaper, slimmer Fire TV Stick HD to Australia, with USB-powered design, faster performance and retailer sales from 29 April.
Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia
Aqara's Camera Hub G350 lands in Australia, pairing 4K security monitoring with Matter interoperability, local storage and privacy features.
Mother's Day gift ideas span home appliances & tech
Sunbeam, adidas and Canon have unveiled Mother's Day picks from an electric blanket to a camera, with prices from AUD $139 to AUD $1,399.
Samsung unveils 2026 home audio range in Australia
Samsung broadens its Australian audio push with minimalist wireless speakers, upgraded Q-Series soundbars and portable towers for homes and gatherings.
Australian firms warned over AI & cloud cyber risks
Australian firms urged to tighten cloud defences as Zscaler and Reolink warn AI agents and connected cameras are widening cyber risk.
Tineco tops wet & dry vacuum market for fourth year
Tineco keeps global lead in household wet and dry vacuum cleaners as Euromonitor again places it first, with a 35% market share in 2025.
Sony launches BRAVIA Theatre gear & TV in Australia
Sony unveils new BRAVIA Theatre soundbars, subwoofers and rear speakers in Australia, with a 100-inch BRAVIA 3 II TV set to follow.
Dreame teams up with Sydney Swans in Australia push
Dreame deepens its Australian push with Sydney Swans deal as the consumer tech brand seeks wider reach beyond home cleaning products.
Bluesound PULSE FLEX debuts redesigned wireless speaker
Amber Technology has unveiled a redesigned Bluesound PULSE FLEX in Australia, a compact, high-res wireless speaker for smaller rooms.
Samsung launches Jet 95S cordless vacuum in Australia
Samsung unveils Jet 95S cordless vacuum in Australia, a AUD $799 model built for 'chore snacking' with stronger suction and smart cleaning modes.
Samsung widens OLED TV range in Australia for 2026
Samsung's 2026 OLED TV range in Australia adds Art Store access, more sizes, Glare-Free screens and AI features across three series.
Reolink unveils autumn smart security sale in Australia
Reolink launches an autumn smart security sale in Australia, with up to 42% off 4K cameras, floodlights and PoE doorbells until 22 March.
Edifier debuts ES speaker range at Officeworks in Australia
Edifier launches ES Series speakers at Officeworks in Australia, spanning home and outdoor models from AUD $99 to AUD $399.
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EcoFlow unveils DELTA 3 Max Plus power station in Australia
EcoFlow launches AUD $2,999 DELTA 3 Max Plus in Australia, a 2kWh, 3000W portable power station with Anderson-ready DC and app control.
Hawthorn partners Anker Solix to power fans' homes
Hawthorn signs premier deal with Anker Solix, offering fans discounted home batteries as energy costs and storage rebates rise in Australia.
Edifier T5s subwoofer debuts in Australia at AUD $289
Edifier debuts the compact T5s 8-inch subwoofer for films, music and gaming, priced at AUD $289 and tailored to apartments and home offices.
Fast home internet linked to higher wellbeing in Australia
Fast home internet is being linked to better wellbeing, work, study and health outcomes for most Australian households using the nbn network.
Australia to enforce tougher rules on smart devices
Australia will impose mandatory cybersecurity standards on smart devices from March 2026, forcing stronger passwords and update guarantees.
D-Link taps Dicker Data to grow converged security reach
D-Link Australia appoints Dicker Data as distributor to expand converged security reach via DAS, targeting installers and IT resellers.
Rebate deadline drives fierce contest in home batteries
A looming Australian battery rebate deadline sparks fierce rivalry between Sigenergy, Sungrow and Anker as labour costs eclipse hardware.