The sensor is disabled, but Apple could choose to turn it on with a future software update. The HomePod mini is Apple's answer to a smart speaker that can fit anywhere in your home, but a newly ...

Xiaomi has introduced a new gadget for smart home enthusiasts: the Mijia Smart Temperature and Humidity Sensor 3 Mini. The compact climate tracker is now available for crowdfunding on Xiaomi Mall and ...

Andrew Blok covered home energy, with a focus on solar, and navigated the changing energy landscape to help people make smart energy decisions. He's a graduate of the Knight Center for Environmental ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Apple unveiled the HomePod Mini in November 2020, and not long ...

The HomePod is back from the dead, and fortunately, it’s not just a zombie version of the original HomePod. Among the new features is one that is hidden in the HomePod mini but not actually active: a ...

Have the new HomePod 2 or HomePod mini smart speakers? If so, you’ve got access to built-in temp and humidity sensors with software 16.3 which can be useful in a variety of ways. Here’s how to set up ...

Your HomePod Mini can now tell you how hot it is in your room, as well as clock the humidity. The new HomePod will be able to do this, too, so here’s how to put it to use. Your HomePod Mini can now ...

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HomeKit has changed how I interact with many of the rooms in my house. While lighting and cameras tend to have the spotlight for most people as they can easily see the impact, environment monitoring ...

The maintenance of optimal indoor air quality necessitates vigilant temperature monitoring within the room. If the room becomes excessively hot, the individual should activate the air conditioner.

Apple recently revealed its second-gen HomePod, which is set to become the company’s flagship smart speaker in 2023. Featuring the S7 chipset, spatial audio, Matter compatibility, and tons of fancy ...