New UK law will hit smart home device makers with big fines for using default passwordsDefault passwords for internet of things devices will be banned. By S. Dent, 11.25.2021
SpaceX is buying an Internet of Things smallsat companySwarm Technologies could have an edge in the smallsat race.By J. Fingas, 08.09.2021
Amazon will add Tile tags to its Sidewalk device network next monthThe integration is a boost for Tile amid competition from Apple's AirTags.By K. Holt, 05.07.2021
Hackers could have locked users inside a smart chastity devicePrivate messages and location data could have been revealed, too.By J. Fingas, 10.06.2020
ARM wants to transfer its IoT divisions to Softbank so it can focus on chipsThe company expects to complete the move before the end of the year.By I. Bonifacic, 07.07.2020
Wink smart home users have one week to subscribe or be shut offThe last-minute surprise doesn't have many fans.By J. Fingas, 05.06.2020
The future of NFC includes wireless charging for earbuds and smartwatchesThe NFC Forum's latest standard allows 1 watt charging for small devices.By S. Dent, 05.06.2020
Carnegie Mellon built an 'opt-out' system for nearby tracking devicesThat is, if companies get onboard with the university's idea.By J. Fingas, 02.19.2020
How home assistants ruined us, an explanationIt’s the rise -- and revenge -- of the machines.By V. Blue, 12.31.2019
Stanford's new tech-laden hospital includes pill-picking robotsIt's a bid to make healthcare as connected and powerful as your phone.By J. Fingas, 11.17.2019
IKEA's remote for its Sonos-powered speakers ships October 1stIt’s more of a smart button than a remote.By M. DeAngelis, 09.12.2019
The FIDO Alliance wants to bring password-less security to IoT devicesThe group wants to set security standards for IoT devices.By M. Moon, 06.27.2019
UK mulls security warnings for smart home devicesIt might prohibit retailers from selling products without the labels.By C. Fisher, 05.01.2019
Intel's new chips are for smart cars and the Internet of ThingsAnother move away from PCs to invest in connected device tech.By D. Lumb, 10.25.2016
Engadget giveaway: win a pair of smart glasses courtesy of Augmented World Expo!By J. Turi, 05.27.2015