Jan 29th 2026
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CES 2026 Devices With Stephen Robles!
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Stephen Robles
Learn about the coolest smart tech from CES 2026, including automated wood blinds, an ultra-wideband smart lock, and a shift toward Matter-powered devices. Will Apple step up and finally deliver the smart home features we’ve been waiting for?
- CES 2026 roundup: HomeKit, smart locks, robot vacuums, and more
- Ultra-wideband smart locks improve HomeKit proximity unlocking
- Matter standard reshapes smart home device compatibility and branding
- Aqara’s Matter devices and integrated smart home ecosystem
- Fragmentation in smart home platforms driven by proprietary features
- Occupancy sensors versus motion sensors for smarter lighting automation
- Lutron’s new smart blinds and humidity-sensing switches
- MOFT launches Find My-enabled MagSafe wallet and smart accessories
News
- Apple launches AirTag 2 with louder speaker and better range
- Civilization VII announced for Apple Arcade alongside other upcoming games
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- Automating complex phone workflows medical education credits
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Links
- CES 2026: Robots, Smart Home, and LEGO
- SwitchBot Ups its Game at CES With Multiple New Releases
- Aqara Showcases Five New Products for CES 2026 - Homekit News and Reviews
- Govee Lines up Three New Smart Lighting Products for 2026
- Roborock’s New Robovac Can Climb Stairs
- MOFT Previews Find My Compatible MagSafe Accessories at CES 2026
- Apple introduces new AirTag with expanded range and improved findability - Apple
- I extended my AirTag's battery life by 10 years with this simple accessory - but it has a big caveat | ZDNET
- Popular PC franchise Civilization comes to Apple Arcade on February 5 - Apple
- How to Call an Extension on iPhone (2025 Update)
- Claim Conference Edu Credit shortcut
- 🎓 I Launched Shortcuts University! Then Un-Launched It
- CES 2026: Robots, Smart Home, and LEGO on Stephen's site
- Stephen Robles YouTube