Kohl’s Launching In-Store Amazon Shops
Amazon’s presence in the world of brick-and-mortar retail is expanding with the launch of a new smart home experience at 10 Kohl’s locations in the Los Angeles and Chicago metropolitan areas.
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Home Depot Adds Google Home Shopping Experience
The Home Depot is set to join Google Express this fall, adding the ability for its customers to shop through voice with the assistant on Google Home.
Electrolux Advances Robotic Vacuum Lineup
Electrolux has introduced a newly designed robotic vacuum, which the company said features advanced technologies and performance.
Kenmore Rolls Out Connected Air Conditioners
Kenmore has launched the Kenmore Elite Smart Room Air Conditioners line, allowing users to adjust home temperatures from a mobile device using the brand’s mobile app.
Elgato Launches Connected Humidity Sensor
Elgato has launched Eve Degree, a temperature and humidity monitor with Apple’s HomeKit connectivity.
LG Partners With Google To Expand Smart Home Connectivity
LG has partnered with Google, rolling out Google Home compatibility on its portfolio of connected smart appliances, including a washing machine and dryer, refrigerator, oven range, air purifier, air conditioner and robotic vacuum.
CTA Develops Smart Home Security Checklist
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has created the Connected Home Security Checklist Tool, an internet-connected device security checklist for installers of smart home technology.
Gourmia Expands Smart Home Electrics Mix
Small electrics supplier Gourmia will showcase an assortment of smart home appliances with select items equipped with cameras to allow the user to monitor the cooking process when not near the unit.
Amazon Rolls Out Smart Home Consultation Service
Amazon.com has rolled out a smart home consultation service, free of charge for consumers looking to know more about home automation, according to multiple published reports.
Target Upgrading Open House Smart Home Concept
Target is planning to close and reconfigure its connected products concept store in San Francisco to make the facility more attractive to consumers and effective for partners, the retailer announced.