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SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable features USB-C charging and six month battery life

April 13, 2026 by Brian Fagioli
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SwitchBot has updated its quirky button-pressing robot with the new SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable. The gadget now includes a built-in battery and USB-C charging.

Categories Smart home Tags Alexa, Apple Home, Google Assistant, home automation, IoT, Matter, smart gadgets, smart home, SwitchBot, SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable Leave a comment

Eve’s new Matter thermostat has me rethinking my Nest loyalty

January 5, 2026 by Brian Fagioli
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Eve’s new Matter based thermostat avoids the cloud entirely, offering local control, no subscriptions, and a refreshing alternative for smart home users tired of Nest.

Categories Smart home Tags CES 2026, Eve Thermostat, Matter, privacy focused tech, smart home, smart thermostat, Thread Leave a comment

GE Lighting launches Cync smart dimmer switches with Matter support

August 21, 2025 by Brian Fagioli
Cync Keypad Dimmer Smart Switch

GE Lighting has released two new Cync dimmer switches with Matter support and easy DIY installation. Both models are available now on Amazon.

Categories Smart home Tags Alexa, Apple Home, Cync, GE Lighting, Google Home, Matter, smart dimmer switches, smart lighting, SmartThings, Wi-Fi dimmer Leave a comment

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