First Alert debuts IP camera, HomeKit-enabled Onelink products including, fire alarm, environment monitor & safe [u]

First Alert showed off a handful of Wi-Fi-connected Onelink products at CES Showstoppers on Wednesday, including HomeKit-enabled devices like a safe, smoke and carbon monoxide alarm, indoor environment monitor, smart thermostat and, curiously, a camera.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 2

CES ShowStoppers: Hackaball programmable toy, Fasetto Link mini NAS

The ShowStoppers event at this year's CES was expectedly crowded with new gear from both startups and stalwart industry players, but two products stood out from the crowd: Hackaball and the Fasetto Link mini NAS.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 3

Oculus Rift preorders start at $599, with first units shipping Mar. 28

Oculus on Wednesday disclosed the long-awaited preorder details of its Oculus Rift VR headset, which will cost $599, and first begin shipping on March 28.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 20

Misfit shows off Specter fitness-tracking headphones, Withings debuts Go with 8-month battery life

Misfit on Wednesday revealed another new fitness tracker, the Specter, in this case knocking two birds with one stone by merging the technology with a set of in-ear headphones. Withings meanwhile announced the Go, a tracker with up to eight months of battery life.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 2

Pioneer unveils new range of aftermarket dash units ready for Apple CarPlay

Pioneer on Wednesday laid plans for a new series of NEX dash systems, expanding the number of aftermarket upgrade options enabling Apple's CarPlay.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 16

Kwikset Premis lock, Elgato outlet & light switch to launch with Apple HomeKit support

This year's CES saw a burgeoning smart home device market pick up steam thanks in part to widely available infrastructure protocols like Apple's iOS-based HomeKit, with device makers like Kwikset and Elgato eager to show off their latest compatible wares.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 2

LifeProof debuts Fre Power waterproof battery case for iPhone 6 Plus and 6s Plus

Aftermarket accessory maker LifeProof announced a new Fre Power battery case for Apple's iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone 6s Plus phablets on Tuesday, claiming the new product juices up an iPhone while keeping it safe from drops and submersion in water.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 2

Grid Connect, iHome & iDevices debut new Apple HomeKit accessories

A trio of companies — Grid Connect, iHome, and iDevices — announced new HomeKit accessories on Tuesday, including power outlets, switches, and climate and water sensors.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 3

Fitbit reveals Blaze fitness tracker with color touchscreen, Misfit launches compact Ray

Fitbit on Tuesday announced the Blaze, its first-ever fitness tracker with a color touchscreen, while Misfit continued its alternative approach by introducing the ultra-compact Ray, further expanding the landscape of iPhone-connected wearable devices.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

Parrot unveils new Disco winged drone with 50mph top speed, iOS connectivity

Do-everything electronics maker Parrot on Tuesday unveiled its new Disco drone, eschewing the quadcopter design for a new winged style that adds advanced autopilot systems and a significantly higher top speed.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 12

Hunter debuts first HomeKit-connected ceiling fans

Adding to the blitz of CES announcements building on the success of Apple's product ecosystem, Hunter Fan Company on Monday revealed two Wi-Fi enabled ceiling fans with smartphone connectivity support, including Apple's internet of things HomeKit protocol.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 7

Honeywell debuts Lyric Round thermostat for HomeKit, Polar ships iPhone-compatible Balance smartscale

Honeywell on Monday announced a new HomeKit-ready thermostat, the Lyric Round, while Polar launched an iPhone-connected weight scale, the Balance.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 10

DJI launches Phantom 3 4K, bringing ultra high res video to $999 model

DJI on Monday launched the Phantom 3 4K, its first drone below the Phantom 3 Professional to support shooting at 4K resolution.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

Apple's CarPlay coming to some Dodge, Chrysler & Jeep vehicles later this year

Fiat Chrysler on Monday revealed that a select group of Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep models rolling out this year will support Apple CarPlay, as well as Google's Android Auto.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 5

Griffin preps MagSafe-like USB-C power adapter, Acer & Lenovo unveil USB-C monitors

On Monday, a trio of companies announced new gear suited to the USB-C port on the 12-inch Retina MacBook. Griffin revealed a MagSafe-like power adapter, while Acer and Lenovo teased compatible monitors.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

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