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"The smart home isn't just nice to have" | Interview with Ran Roth
What if the devices we use every day to stay comfortable could also be our strongest allies in fighting climate change? Ran Roth, Co-founder and CEO of Sensibo , believes they already are, we just haven't unlocked their potential yet. Before taking the stage at The Smart Home Summit 2025 , Ran shared how a simple AC remote sparked a revolution, why the real innovation happens after devices go online, and how breaking the false choice between comfort and sustainability might
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4 days ago4 min read


"If your smart lock fails once, you'll never trust it again" | Interview with Grzegorz Chuchra
Ahead of his appearance at The Smart Home Summit 2025 , we sat down with Grzegorz Chuchra, Co-founder of Tedee, to discuss the evolution of smart locks from gadgets to guardians, the challenge of reliability, and why the mission must be worth the pain. From Vision to Digital Reality For Greg, the journey into smart home security didn't start with technology, it started with a partnership. "The idea actually came from my business partner, Artur," he explains. Artur owns GERDA
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Jan 263 min read


Home Automation News #9 – January 1st – 20
January 2026 brought some seriously exciting developments to the smart home world. From AI-powered appliances that understand what you need, to lighting that knows where it's positioned in your room, this month is proving that smart home tech is finally maturing beyond the gimmicks. In Connected Living Tips & Tricks , we explore how to future-proof your smart home setup for the coming wave of innovations. Samsung's Bespoke AI Ecosystem Brings Google Gemini to Your Kitchen I
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Jan 204 min read


2025: The Year Smart Homes Became Truly Intelligent
As we wrap up 2025 and get ready to dive into a new year, we wanted to take a moment to look back at a truly dynamic year for our industry and then have some fun looking ahead at what's coming next. Looking Back: What Made 2025 Special 🤖 The AI Took Center Stage If 2025 had a defining theme, it was undoubtedly artificial intelligence becoming the brain of our homes . AI moved beyond simple automation to deliver genuinely predictive, personalized experiences. Smart thermosta
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Dec 16, 20254 min read


📷 Second edition of The Smart Home Summit in pictures!
🎉 The moments that shaped this year’s summit are now all in one place. From hands-on demos to insightful talks and hallway conversations, the 2025 photo album brings back the atmosphere that made this edition feel so special. 📸 Take a look through the gallery, download your favourite photos, and if you share them, don’t forget to use #SmartHomeSummitEU .And if you spot yourself, tag us, we always enjoy seeing the summit through your perspective. 🙏 Thank you for joining us
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Dec 15, 20251 min read


"Technology should serve us, not the other way around" | Interview with Arnau Donate Duch
Ahead of his appearance at The Smart Home Summit 2025, we sat down with Arnau Donate Duch, Co-founder & CTO at Phare Labs , to discuss creativity, computation, and centralizing intelligence. The Design-First Philosophy For Arnau Duch, who comes to technology from a creative background, the division between design and engineering has never made sense. " It is impossible for me to visualize these as two separate fields, design looks to ask the right questions, and engineering t
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Dec 9, 20254 min read


Home Automation News #8 – September 10 – October 14
October brought a wave of AI-powered transformations to the smart home world. Google and Amazon went head-to-head with major product launches, both betting big on AI assistants to revolutionize how we interact with our homes. Ring introduced 4K cameras with innovative pet-finding features, while SmartThings solved critical Thread connectivity challenges that have plagued Matter adoption. In Connected Living Tips & Tricks , we share five quick wins to instantly improve your sm
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Oct 14, 20254 min read


Smart Office Automation: 5 Quick Wins for Hybrid Workspaces
Smart offices don't require massive IT budgets or complex integrations. With strategic automation, you can boost productivity, cut costs,...
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Sep 30, 20253 min read


Home Automation News #7 – August 12 – September 10
Back-to-school season brought some heavyweight announcements from the smart home world. From Samsung's AI-powered vision to Google's long-awaited Gemini integration coming next month, the industry is clearly gearing up for a major AI transformation. Plus, our Connected Living Tips & Tricks section returns with practical insights to help you navigate the smart home upgrade season. Samsung Unveils "AI Home: Future Living, Now" Samsung presented its comprehensive "AI Home: F
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Sep 10, 20253 min read


How to Start Your Smart Home on a Budget
Smart homes don't have to be expensive or complicated. With the right approach, you can take the first steps toward automation without...
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Aug 26, 20252 min read


Home Automation News #6 – July 22 – August 12 (bonus tips & tricks)
Smart homes may have taken a summer breather, but the last two weeks still delivered some game changing news. And because we know...
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Aug 12, 20252 min read


Home Automation News #5 – May 27 – July 22
It's been a while, but we're back and there's plenty to catch up on. The smart home industry hasn’t stood still over the past two months....
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Jul 22, 20253 min read


Home Automation News #4 – May 13 - 27
Smart homes are getting smarter and smarter. From facial recognition door locks to cross-platform APIs and the quiet rise of homeOS...
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May 27, 20252 min read


Home Automation News # 3 – April 25-May 13
What if your home could recognize visitors, secure itself, and adapt to your lifestyle all on its own ? In the 3rd edition of Home...
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May 13, 20252 min read


Home Automation News #2 – April 12-25
Smart home innovation is gaining momentum with every update and we're here to keep you ahead. In the second edition of Home...
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Apr 29, 20252 min read


Home Automation News #1 – April 1-12
Welcome to the first edition of Home Automation News , your curated update on what’s happening across the smart home ecosystem. Every...
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Apr 15, 20252 min read


📷 First edition of The Smart Home Summit in pictures!
✨ Unforgettable moments from The Smart Home Summit We’re thrilled to announce the release of the official photo album , capturing the...
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Dec 5, 20241 min read
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