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Ubiquiti announces new Smart Chime for use with UniFi Protect Doorbell

Today, Ubiquiti has announced a new much requested product for UniFi Protect, the new Smart Chime. Ever since Ubiquiti launched the original G4 Doorbell back in 2020 there has not been the option of an official chime for it, instead relying on mechanical chimes or third party digital chimes to get the job done. However, today Ubiquiti has released the offices smart chime for UniFi Protect. Only available in the […]

Google launches new app for iOS to control Android TVs

Earlier this month, Google launched a new app for iOS devices which allows them to control a Google TV or Android TV device with an iPhone or iPad. With the new Google TV app, it’ll now be possible to create watchlists, get content recommendations and more. This new app replaces the existing Play Movies and TV app on iOS. The Google TV app will function as a remote control for […]

Apple announces ‘Apple Community+’ which highlights the top contributors in the support community

Apple has today revealed the new ‘Apple Community+’ and is going live worldwide. It will highlight those contributors in the support community who have gone above and beyond with their assistance. Apple will be rewarding them by providing access to perks and ‘white-glove experiences’. Apple will be operating Apple Community+ on a strict invitation-only basis, those users who get in will have been recognised as providing helpful answers to technical […]

Peugeot launches all new 408 Fastback

Peugeot has launched the all new 408, a new fastback model which is based on the existing 308 and combines a saloon, SUV and hatchback all into one car. The 408 has five doors, but is longer and taller than the 308 on which it is based. The 408 will come with a range of combustion only and hybrid engines when it becomes available early next year. There will be […]

Volkswagen is working on a sporty ID. Buzz GTX

Volkswagen has revealed that it is working on a more sporty version of the recently announced ID. Buzz minibus. The company has announced that, over time the GTX badge will come to all of tis electric cars under the ID brand, which includes the ID. Buzz minibus. So far, VW has two GTX models in the lineup, the ID.4 GTX and the ID.5 GTX. Both have four wheel drive, with […]

The first Rivian DC fast charging sites are going live this week

The first DC fast charging sites from Rival are due to go live this week in the US, with the first ones launching in Colorado and California. Initially, there is to be three sites in the US and all supporting DC fast charging, at over 200kW. The Rivian Adventure Network will available for both Rivian owners and users who have any other EV, however the DC fast chargers will only […]

Polestar announces support for Apple CarPlay

Polestar, the maker of electric vehicles and related to Volvo has recently announced support for Apple CarPlay on its Polestar 2 model. The support will come via a new over-the-air update. Apple CarPlay adds an iPhone-like experience on the car dashboard, with support for Apple Maps, Apple Music, Siri and third party apps such as Waze. Apple CarPlay is now available! It's rolling out in the new software update, incrementally, […]

TP-Link launches new smart plug with HomeKit support

TP-Link makes some popular home accessories, from bulbs to smart plugs and now finally, support for HomeKit. TP-Link has been holding out on supporting Apple’s smart home standard for a while now, but recently the company launched a new plug with HomeKit support. The new Kasa Smart Plug is on sale now in the US, at a cost of around $12.50 per plug, with a four pack on Amazon now […]

Ford has recalled 49k Mustang Mach Es due to overheating batteries

Ford has recently announced a new recall for the Mustang Mach E which is affecting around 49,000 cars. Ford has also asked all dealers to pause deliveries of the car until the issue is resolved. The main issue is that the Mach E could overheat, caused by the high-voltage battery connectors overheating. This could result in the car not starting or to lose power while in motion. Ford has stated […]

Weekends with the interface – Best stories of the week

Another week has gone by and its time, once again to go over the best stories we covered here on the interface. New Volkswagen ID. Buzz priced from £57,115 in the UK Pre-orders will take place between now and 30th June and it’ll go on sale in July. Read more BMW announces brand new iX1, an all electric SUV with 272 miles of range The iX1 is an all electric SUV […]