Artificial Intelligence

Kandinsky 6.0 Video — a new lineup of open-source models that generate video with synchronized sound

Code and weights of the flagship Kandinsky 6.0 Video Pro and the compact Kandinsky 6.0 Video Lite are open under the MIT license

Artificial Intelligence

How AI Agent Protection Works at Runtime in Production Infrastructure

AI agents can access databases, run code, call APIs, and modify production systems. Learn how AI runtime security protects these actions through tool monitoring, least-privilege access, prompt injection detection, approval controls, and incident response.

Artificial Intelligence

AI augmented software development for smarter connected device platforms

AI-augmented software development can help smart home and connected device companies maintain complex platforms, strengthen testing, understand legacy code, and improve reliability without replacing experienced engineers and product judgment.

Bathroom

Mounting Techniques Used in Commercial Bathroom Hardware Installation

Choosing the right mounting method ensures durability, safety, and code compliance in high-traffic commercial bathroom environments.

Security Home

SMONET AH1 Apple Home Key Smart Lock Review: Affordable, Flexible Access for Apple Homes

After several months of hands-on testing, GearBrain found the SMONET AH1 delivers an impressive combination of Apple Home Key, fingerprint access, Matter compatibility, built-in Wi-Fi, and multiple ways to unlock your door at a price well below many premium smart locks.

Smart Home

Ring Smart Lock: Keyless Entry With a Hand-Powered Battery Backup

Ring’s first smart lock combines a hand-powered battery backup with fingerprint entry, a touchscreen keypad, and Alexa, with Amazon Sidewalk connectivity and a $249 launch expected in Q1 2027.

Self

How Digital Gifting Is Becoming Part of the Connected Consumer Lifestyle

Discover how digital gift cards, mobile wallets, smart devices, and personalized gifting experiences are transforming gift giving into a seamless part of today's connected consumer lifestyle.

Product Review Smart Lights

Linkind Smart Light Stick Pro Review: Creative Flame Effects, Helpful AI, Premium Price

After a few weeks of testing, Linkind’s multizone smart bulb impressed us with customizable lighting and Dotis AI controls—but fixture fit and cost deserve a close look.

Medical technology

The Hosting Infrastructure Behind Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring depends on more than connected medical devices. Discover how HIPAA-compliant hosting, cloud infrastructure, data encryption, cybersecurity, and secure patient data storage protect health information and keep critical monitoring systems running.

Business

How Digital Payments Shape the Modern Entertainment Experience

From streaming subscriptions and concert tickets to gaming purchases and digital wallets, payment technology is making entertainment faster and easier to access while raising new questions about security, spending, and consumer control.

Smart Home

Alexa Home Map Explained: What Amazon’s 3D View Knows About Your Smart Home

Amazon’s new spatial dashboard places compatible lights, locks, cameras, thermostats, speakers, and other devices inside a digital model of your home—but setup requirements, subscriptions, access controls, and device support vary.

Deals

Best Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 Smart Home & Tech Deals

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days returns October 6–7, with early deals already live on smart home devices, portable power stations, home security, sleep tech, and AI gadgets. GearBrain is tracking the best deals before and during Amazon’s fall shopping event.

Smartphones

5 Telecom Invoice Platforms That Stop You From Overpaying Carriers

Telecom billing errors can quietly increase operating costs. We compare five telecom expense management platforms that help businesses automate invoice processing, validate carrier charges, identify overbilling, manage disputes, and control telecom spending.

Smart Home

ULTRALOQ launches three next-generation smart locks with UWB, Aliro and Matter

ULTRALOQ’s new Bolt Mission, Bolt Pro and Latch 5 Pro smart locks offer UWB hands-free entry, Aliro digital keys and Matter compatibility. Here’s how their features, access methods and prices compare.

Networking

Aqara Hub M3 Review: A Powerful Matter Controller for the Modern Smart Home

GearBrain tested the Aqara Hub M3 with Matter, Zigbee and multiple smart home ecosystems to see whether its Thread Border Router, local automations, IR control and broad compatibility make it one of the best smart home hubs for a Matter-connected home.

Smart Home

Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt Lock Review: The Most Advanced Smart Lock We've Tested—But Is It Ready?

After several weeks of hands-on testing, GearBrain found Schlage's new Sense Pro delivers premium hardware, Matter compatibility, and industry-leading Ultra Wideband technology, but setup and software limitations prevent it from fully realizing its potential today.

Business Apps

Bluetooth Low Energy App Development: Key Tech and Hurdles

Learn how Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) app development works, from GAP and GATT protocols to device pairing, background synchronization, OTA updates, and building reliable mobile apps for connected devices.

Artificial Intelligence

What Separates Production AI Engineering from Prototype Building

Building an AI prototype is relatively easy. Turning it into reliable production software requires evaluation, security, access controls, cost management, monitoring, and infrastructure designed to handle unpredictable users and changing data at scale.

Domestic Truck

Safety standards for truck wheels in the USA

Discover why compact electric work vans like the Farizon V7E are a practical choice for urban businesses. Explore cargo space, payload capacity, driving range, loading height, and maneuverability to see how smaller commercial EVs can make city deliveries and service calls easier.

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