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Jackery revealed a solar-powered aluminum gazebo at CES with 2,000W roof panels, integrated outlets, a projection screen and optional backup batteries. Sales start in California in H2, unofficial price range $12K–$15K.

A rundown of 10 smart devices that were rare or nonexistent in 2015 but are now common in modern homes, from AI security cameras and smart thermostats to robot vacuums, VR headsets, and home office essentials.

Bloomberg says Apple is developing a battery-powered Ring-style home camera, a face-aware video doorbell, and a 7-inch smart hub driven by an AI-powered Siri, with possible launches next year and mid-2026.

Google plans an October 1 event to launch Gemini for Home, a Gemini-powered Google Assistant, and new Nest hardware including 2K Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell. Rumors also point to a new Nest speaker.

Ooni’s Volt 2 electric pizza oven uses sensor-driven Pizza Intelligence to balance top and bottom heat, reaches 450 °C for 90-second Neapolitan bakes, fits 33 cm pizzas, includes air filters and a dough-proving mode, and ships October 1 for $699.

Govee’s Outdoor Spotlights 2 and Flood Lights 2 deliver vivid RGB lighting, Matter compatibility, app controls, voice assistants, and robust weather ratings—here’s what the eight‑light setup looked like in real use.

Samsung has begun showing ads on Family Hub refrigerators in the U.S., despite earlier promises not to. The pilot raises questions about monetizing idle smart-home screens and what owners get for paying a premium.

Google is rolling out a Gemini-based redesign of the Home app ahead of its October 1 event. Early build v3.41.50.3 shows Gemini replacing Assistant, UI refreshes, hints of a Google Home Speaker with 360-degree sound, and a new Google Home Premium subscription.

Xiaomi is launching six smart home products in the Czech market, including a 4K TV in three sizes, two energy-efficient air conditioners, and a large four-door refrigerator. Availability is confirmed but Czech prices are pending; European prices are available.

Mova’s V50 Ultra robot vacuum combines corner-reaching brushes, Lidar mapping, 24,000 Pa suction, a lift that climbs thresholds up to 6 cm, automatic dock emptying, mop drying and UV sterilization, and AI camera–guided water heating.