Ecobee’s smart thermostat now supports Siri voice control
You'll need a HomePod to make Siri sing.
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Google's Nest Thermostat is the cheapest it's ever been
The compact device is currently down to just under $100.
GE's smart home brand expands beyond lighting with a security camera
It's also dropping the C by GE brand in favor of Cync.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Nest thermostats in the US and Canada can now monitor your HVAC system
The feature has started rolling out for all Nest thermostats in the regions.
13Google's $130 Nest Thermostat features an all-new touch-based design
You can control it via the Google Home app, too.
Nest makes its Seasonal Savings program free for all thermostat users
If all Nest customers participate, they’ll save millions of dollars collectively.
Ecobee's Family Accounts put limits on smart home control
You don't have to give someone full access just to turn on the lights.
Nest thermostats will warn of possible problems with your AC or furnace
They can detect patterns that hint at breakdowns.
Networked freezers at grocery stores are vulnerable to hacking
Default passwords make it easy to hijack the appliances.
Engadget UK giveaway: Win a smart heating system courtesy of Tado
Because nobody wants to come home to a walk-in fridge at this time of year.
You can now buy Brilliant's light switch smart home hubs
Streamline all your smart devices with one plug-in system.
That fancy Cortana thermostat now supports Alexa and Google Assistant
It ships on August 24th.
Ecobee smart thermostats now save you money during peak hours
Peak Relief lowers energy use when it's expensive.
Nest co-founder Matt Rogers is leaving Google
A day after Google announced Nest and its hardware teams would merge.
Hilton plans to offer a smart hotel room system next year
You'll be able to control your lights, temperature and even artwork from your phone.
Control Ecobee's smart thermostats with Google Assistant
It now responds to three major voice assistants.
Nest's sub-$200 thermostat might swap metal for plastic
A leaked image shows a plain-looking Nest thermostat without the fancy metals and standard LCD.
Lowe’s Iris smart home system can connect to your Nest thermostat
Control the temperature in your house with the Iris app and smart hub.
Microsoft shows off a Nest-like thermostat based on Cortana
Johnson Controls' GLAS relies on Windows 10 tech to control your climate.
