Researchers from Empa, EPFL and CSEM have developed a green smart sensing tag that measures temperature and humidity in real time—and can also detect whether a temperature threshold has been exceeded.
Another one of IKEA's new budget-friendly smart home products is now available for purchase in the US on the company's website.
It may not seem like it, but this small accessory is a big deal in smart-thermostat-land. One of Nest's main thermostat competitors, Ecobee, already includes a remote temperature and proximity sensor ...
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The Ecobee3’s unique use of remote sensors means it can monitor the temperature well beyond the actual thermostat, which makes it an excellent choice. Canada-based Ecobee has been at the smart ...
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Some of IKEA's recently announced smart home products are now available for purchase in the US online and in stores.
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The smart sensor on the wireless tag reader. 2025 LMTS EPFL CC BY SA Researchers from EPFL, Empa, and CSEM have developed a sustainable smart sensing ...
Does your home have that one room that always feels cold in the winter? Or too hot in the summer? It’s a common problem, especially if your house runs on one thermostat. If, say, your thermostat is in ...
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