The Ultimate Guide to Smart Home
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Home.
What to know about Smart Home
The Smart Home tag showcases the transformative world of home automation and connected living. Explore stories about innovative smart devices, from security systems and smart speakers to energy-saving appliances and AI-powered assistants, shaping modern homes globally and locally.
Discover insights into the latest technologies redefining convenience, comfort, and security in living spaces. Learn about challenges such as cybersecurity, privacy concerns, and market adoption, along with expert tips to make your smart home both efficient and safe.
Dive into product reviews, industry trends, and breakthroughs in smart home integration, including emerging concepts like Smart Home-as-a-Service and voice-controlled environments. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a curious homeowner, these stories offer valuable guidance on navigating and embracing the future of smart living.
Kiwi Smart Home News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Master Builders names Top 100 homes for 2026 awards
More than 250 New Zealand builds are vying for national honours as judges narrow the field to 100 homes and assess workmanship, design and liveability.
HomeVault launches AI property records platform globally
Missing warranties and compliance papers could now delay claims and sales less often, as the New Zealand startup takes its property records tool worldwide.
Exclusive: Emily Choi on Samsung's AI companion push
Samsung is recasting AI as an invisible, trusted home companion, using CES 2026 to unveil proactive, privacy-focused smart living.
Grundfos unveils smart groundwater controller in NZ
Grundfos launches CU 302 smart groundwater controller in New Zealand, adding app-based remote monitoring and constant-pressure control.
RX Japan Opens Exhibitor Registration for JAPAN BUILD Tokyo 2025, Aiming to Surpass 2024 Success
Exhibitors can now book space for Japan’s biggest building trade fair, after last year drew more than 600 companies and 38,000 visitors.
RX Japan Unveils Tile World at JAPAN BUILD Tokyo 2024, Igniting Global Tile Market Showcase
A new tile showcase at Tokyo Big Sight aims to draw architects and builders as JAPAN BUILD Tokyo 2024 expands its international reach.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Smart Home
Featured News
TCL pivots to premium TV offering with Bang & Olufsen collab
TCL's new range features brighter flagship TVs, with certified high-end sound and Gemini features, targeting Sony and Samsung's premium turf.
Samsung AI push focuses on proactivity, personalisation
Devices that anticipate routines could cut friction for New Zealand users as Samsung extends hyper-personalised AI across phones, wearables and the home.
No blind spots: Reolink unveils dynamic, AI-powered range
The new OMVI range could cut costs for homes and businesses by replacing multi-camera setups with one device that tracks subjects in 360 degrees.
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Interviews
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Recent Smart Home News
JAPAN BUILD 2024 Expands International Presence for its 9 th Tokyo Edition
More than 560 exhibitors from around the world will help draw 34,443 visitors to Tokyo Big Sight, signalling stronger global demand for building tech.
JAPAN BUILD Tokyo 2024
The Tokyo exhibition will bring global building and housing experts together as Japan’s construction sector seeks smarter, more efficient solutions.
Recognition for top sparkies and apprentices
Record entries for the biennial awards signal a fast-changing electrical sector, with sustainability, innovation and apprentices under scrutiny.
A new dawn with Clipsal Solis™
Premium finishes and ultra-thin profiles aim to lift New Zealand homes, as PDL targets high-end residential projects with its new Solis range.
LG enters NZ HVAC market with smart air conditioners
LG Electronics enters the NZ HVAC market with smart split system air conditioners, featuring ThinQ technology and Smart Inverter Compressors, in partnership with Corys Electrical.
Five myths on smoke alarms ahead of new rules
Homes face tougher fire-safety rules from 1 November, with builders and owners urged to fit compliant interconnected smoke alarms before winter.
ADT New Zealand introduces DIY home security solution
ADT New Zealand disrupts the home security industry with a do-it-yourself solution offering swift installation and advanced protection, without long-term contracts or waiting times for technicians.
GEBT 2024 builds solid foundations for business opportunities in smart spaces
Record overseas buyer interest at Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology 2024 signalled growing demand for smart spaces and home automation.
Agent lifts lid on luxury property industry
Offshore demand is fuelling more lavish additions to New Zealand's priciest homes, from gold taps to hidden bars and high-tech wardrobes.
Best Design Awards 2021 – Schneider Electric trifecta
Consumer demand for stylish smart switches has put three Schneider Electric PDL products among finalists at New Zealand's Best Design Awards.
Stop electrical fires and stay ahead of regulations with new AFDD tech
Rising home electricity use is heightening fire risk, as the new device could help owners avoid rewiring costs and meet tougher rules.
Lenovo's suite of smart home devices lands in NZ
Products include Lenovo Smart Display, Lenovo Smart Clock, Lenovo Smart Home Essentials, Smart Lighting, Smart Security, Smart Automation accessories.
Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024
5G rollout and heavy investment from big tech are set to drive global smart home revenue to USD $158 billion by 2024.
Telegistics announces distribution agreement with Ekahau
Telegistics has signed a new distribution agreement with Ekahau, enhancing its portfolio with Ekahau's advanced Wi-Fi design and troubleshooting solutions.
The latest design trends in residential projects
Buyers in boutique apartment projects are driving demand for custom layouts, hotel-style foyers and wellness spaces as competition intensifies.
Ingram Micro to distribute robot cleaning range
Ecovacs Robotics, a manufacturer of smart home robotics, has chosen Ingram Micro as its sole distributor in New Zealand.
The smart future of our homes
Homebuyers are increasingly seeking properties that let them control lighting, heating and security from their devices.
Top Google researcher to address Auckland digital summit
Auckland’s biggest global tech summit will draw more than 450 delegates as New Zealand pushes a national digital roadmap.
NZTech's top three tech trends impacting the wellbeing of Kiwis
CEO Graeme Muller says these major tech developments will significantly impact lives of New Zealanders for the better.
New construction technologies on the horizon
Low productivity in construction is pushing firms towards robotics, 3D printing and modular building as McKinsey says the sector lags on R&D.