Aqara Spatial Multi-Sensor FP400: New mmWave Presence Sensor Launches in Germany
Aqara is launching the FP400 presence sensor in Germany for €79.99. The device utilizes 60 GHz radar for precise zone tracking and supports both Zigbee and Thread.
Smart Home
Meross Expands Portfolio: New Smart Home Sensors for the Matter Smart Hub Pro
Meross is expanding its smart home lineup, introducing new sensors designed for the existing Matter Smart Hub Pro MSH450P.
OpenCCU: eQ-3 Gradually Hands Over CCU3 Smart Home Hub to Community
Manufacturer eQ-3 is turning its CCU3 smart home hub into the community project OpenCCU. Starting in 2027, the platform’s further development will be in the hands of its users.
SmartThings Hubs Gain Local Control During Cloud Outages With Firmware 0.62.7
Samsung began rolling out Hub firmware 0.62.7 for SmartThings and Aeotec hubs on 8 September 2026. The update finally enables
UniFi Express 7: Firmware 5.2.10 Fixes WiFi Calling and Mesh Bugs
Ubiquiti released UniFi OS 5.2.10 for the compact UniFi Express 7 (UX7) Wi-Fi 7 gateway on September 11, 2026. The
Shelly ThreadLink Turns Thread Into a Full IP Link for Gen4 Devices
At IFA 2026 in Berlin, Shelly unveiled ThreadLink, a firmware that stops treating the Thread radio in its Gen4 devices
UniFi Network 10.6.106 Brings STR-MLO Mesh to All Wi-Fi 7 Access Points
Ubiquiti has released UniFi Network 10.6.106, an update that noticeably upgrades the mesh capabilities of every tri-band access point in
Home Assistant 2026.9 Adds a Matter Map That Splits Thread From Wi-Fi
Home Assistant released version 2026.9 on 2 September 2026, putting home-network visibility front and center. A new Matter network map
Ecovacs Deebot X12S OmniCyclone: 27,000 Pa Robot Vacuum Takes Aim at Dust Mites
At IFA 2026 Ecovacs unveiled its new flagship robot vacuum with 27,000 Pa, a bagless station and allergen focus. It ships in Germany on September 9 for 1,299 euros.
Midea’s IFA 2026 air conditioner tracks people to aim cool air right at them
At IFA 2026 Midea showed a voice-controlled air conditioner that uses mmWave sensing and imaging to detect where people are and steer a targeted stream of cool air toward them.