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We get it: you wanna get started quickly with your smart home so you buy a lot of cheap devices to get started. However, buying cheap smart home devices usually comes with some hidden costs along the way. Here is why it pays off to go for quality from the start.

A big thanks to all frient users and everyone supporting us along the way.

Everyone deserves to feel safe and comfortable in their own home. For some people, including those living with a disability, small everyday tasks can become tiring or hard to reach.

frient went to IFA 2025 in Berlin to showcase the frients and explore the newest trends from the biggest names in smart home tech. Here are our 3 key takeaways from this year's IFA.

Did you know that there are more false smoke alarms during the autumn? Find out why and how to prevent them.

Smart plugs are often the go-to for smart home automation. But they might not always be the best option for your setup.

Many frients are now certified as part of the Works with Home Assistant program. The Home Assistant team has tested thoroughly against ZHA and made sure they work seamlessly out of the box.

Do you know how the frients communicate? Check out this great explanation of the Zigbee protocol made by our friends at Homey.

We’re happy to report that more and more frients are being converted from Compatible with SmartThings (CST) to Works with SmartThings (WWST), making it easier for you to set up your smart home.

There are multiple benefits of installing motion sensors in your home including home security, cost savings, and convenience. Check out these specific benefits.

Do you want to resell the friently smart home devices? Become a frient distributor and benefit from joint marketing and sales efforts.

frient is once again exhibiting at IFA 2025 in Berlin 5-9 September.

Do you have pets roaming around at home? Then we have the motion sensor for you. Meet the Motion Sensor 2 Pet – a pet-immune motion sensor that also detects light and temperature. Discover the frient here.

Strange question, we know. But also an important one if you want to keep your smart home in tip-top shape.

The new frient Vibration Sensor gives you countless possibilities for your smart home, from detecting broken glass or your open garage door to knowing if you're elderly relatives are doing well.

Are you charging your phone at night while you sleep? And is your phone charging while lying on your sofa or bed? Then you are putting yourself and your household at increased risk of fire. Get 6 tips to reduce the risk of fire from battery charging.

The frients cavalry will make sure your home and belongings suffer no damage while you’re enjoying your time off. You can have peace of mind knowing that you will be alerted immediately should intruders try to break into your home.

The frient Intelligent Smoke Alarm, Water Leak Detector, Entry Sensor, and Entry Sensor Pro are now integrated directly with SmartThings – no need for custom drivers. And the Water Leak Detector even was the first ever to be converted to Works with SmartThings.

Need some last-minute gift inspiration for Father's Day? Here are 3 friently suggestions that will set your gift apart.

Did you know that the frient devices are available in the large electronics webshop Proshop? And that Proshop has webshops in 8 countries in Europe? Find it all here.

frient devices need a hub to connect to your smart home. They are compatible with many 3rd party hubs that enable you to build your smart home using products from many different brands.

In need of a secure way to enter your home, arm your security system at the door, and keep unwanted visitors out? Then check out this YouTube review of the Intelligent Keypad from Bud's Smart Home.

We are happy to announce that companies can now source the frient products from our new B2B distributor Rexel in Finland, shipping within Finland.

frient is now available on the Swedish electronics and smart home webshop inet.

At frient, we’re all about making life easier, safer, and smarter. And we are now extending this ambition into the workplace. We’re beyond excited to unveil our latest innovation: the frient Job Satisfaction Sensor. Launching April 1.

Are you in need of some new entry sensors for your home? Then you should take a look at the new Entry Sensor 2 Pro. This new entry sensor detects if your doors and windows (or your fridge) are open or closed and measures temperature.

We are happy to announce that you can now get frient at the major Swedish smart home webshop Styrahem.

Users of frient use the smart devices for many, many purposes and cool automations in their homes. But the frients can also help out in professional settings – such as helping to ensure the temperature of flu shots are at a safe level in a medical clinic.

A smart home is your perfect partner on this day to help you create the ideal setting for your ideal Valentine's Day. Check out the 5 steps to creating your perfect Valentine's Day with a smart home.

Are you looking for a versatile smart smoke alarm for your smart home? Then check out this video review from Spanish smart home YouTuber PLUYU on the Intelligent Smoke Alarm from frient.

Good news for European smart home enthusiasts! You can now get frient devices at the large Dutch webshop Alternate.nl.

The frients wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Check out how the frients can support you during the Christmas days.

Do you usually wait until the last minute to buy Christmas presents? Maybe, you should go about it a bit differently this year. Here are 3 benefits of starting your Christmas shopping early.

With fluctuating electricity prices, it is more important than ever to be smart when it comes to your electricity consumption. The frients help you keep an eye on your consumption, make sure that your lights are only on when they need to be and help you save money on your electricity bill.

Use the Motion Sensor Pro or the Motion Sensor 2 Pet with their light detection functionality to make your lights at home turn on and off depending on how bright it is inside. No more manual switching lights on on a grey and rainy day.

IFA 2024 is a wrap and in case you missed out on all the fun and excitement from Messe Berlin, we have gathered 3 key takeaways from the smart home section at IFA 2024.

Fall is peak season for mold as the warm summer sun is no longer around to dry buildings while people haven’t properly started heating their homes yet. Learn how you can always be alerted in case of too much (or too little) humidity in your home.

We are thrilled to announce that companies can now source the frient devices from our new B2B distributor JDK Benelux, shipping to Benelux.

Are you looking for an alarm keypad for your smart home? Then check out this video review from French smart home YouTuber Howmation on the Intelligent Keypad from frient.

Meet frient at IFA 2024 in Berlin 6-10 September – you can find us at the LG stand (stand H18-101).

Entry sensors and an Intelligent Keypad reassure you that your children get home from school safely every day, and with the Smart Plug Mini 2, you can monitor if they watch TV all afternoon instead of doing their homework.

Are you using the Home Assistant hub? And are you looking for a new smoke alarm for your home? Then you should check out this video review from German smart home Youtuber Udo from smart-live.net.

Happy birthday, Harry Potter! While we might not have wands and spells at our disposal, we at frient are here to help you bring a touch of magic to your home with our smart devices.

Through the years, we have heard a few... alternative ways of pronouncing our name. So here's a quick-guide on how to pronounce 'frient' the way it's meant to.

With warmer weather, we have seen more cases of flooding. This causes more homeowners to experience water damage, making it crucial to know how you can protect your house. Here are five free or budget-friendly ways to minimize the risk of flooding in your home.

The Intelligent Heat Alarm warns you about fire and not just smoke, making it ideal for fire detection in your kitchen. Get to know this friently - and loud - device better.

Whether you want to protect your belongings from burglars or your in-laws, the Smart Siren is there to help you. Check out how. 

Zigbee is the "common language" that allows your frients to talk to the hub and each other. It's a secure communication protocol, built to work with little power and minimal interference, so that you're always sure the connection with your frients is strong enough.

Planning a trip to your summerhouse and don't fancy any unpleasant surprises because you haven't been there to check up on it in a while? Build a smart system for your summerhouse from frient devices and protect it from intruders, floods, fires, and more.

Smart plugs are great for measuring your appliances' energy usage and getting the information you need to reduce your consumption. But how precise are those readings? And how much energy do the smart plugs consume themselves?

New features are available for the friently Intelligent Keypad on Homey: get more flexibility when setting up flows and managing access and use it as a control panel for the Heimdall app.