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A beginner’s guide to a smart home
Are you considering having your own smart home? Well, now is the time to do it. Check out this guide, and get an overview of what you need to create a smart home. You'll also get inspiration on features to include in your new smart home.
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Review: frient Electricity Meter Interface 2 LED – electricity meter for SmartThings
Have you ever wondered how much electricity your home is using in real-time?
The frient Electricity Meter Interface 2 LED makes it easy to keep an eye on your home’s energy use by turning your regular electricity meter into a smart one.
Electricity monitoring
Home automation
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No smart tricks, just friently treats for your home
The air feels a little crisper, the nights a little darker — Halloween is here. As you fill your home with laughter, decorations, and sweet treats, discover how frient helps keep things safe, bright, and connected.
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Save energy (and money) the smart way
Saving energy is good for both your wallet and the planet. With a few clever smart home devices, you can easily cut energy use, lower your bills, and make life a little easier. All at once.
Electricity monitoring
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Video review: Testing 10 water leak detectors in real-life conditions
Are you looking for a reliable way to detect water leaks before they cause damage? Then check out this thorough video review of 10 water leak detectors in real-life conditions.
Fire & water protection
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Your smart home deserves better – and so do you
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.
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frient is turning 5
A big thanks to all frient users and everyone supporting us along the way.
Care
Electricity monitoring
Fire & water protection
Home automation
Indoor climate
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IFA 2025: Our 3 key takeaways from the world’s largest consumer electronics fair
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.
Electricity monitoring
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Enjoy the cozy season without false smoke alarms
Did you know that there are more false smoke alarms during the autumn? Find out why and how to prevent them.
Fire & water protection
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Smart plug vs. smart cable – which one is right for you?
Smart plugs are often the go-to for smart home automation. But they might not always be the best option for your setup.
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Do you know how the frients communicate? Find out in this video
Do you know how the frients communicate? Check out this great explanation of the Zigbee protocol made by our friends at Homey.
Home automation
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10 frient products are now certified as Works with SmartThings
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.
Home automation
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3 benefits of having motion sensors in your home
There are multiple benefits of installing motion sensors in your home including home security, cost savings, and convenience. Check out these specific benefits.
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Become a frient distributor and sell mature smart home devices
Do you want to resell the friently smart home devices? Become a frient distributor and benefit from joint marketing and sales efforts.
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Meet frient at IFA 2025 – the world’s largest consumer and electronics show
frient is once again exhibiting at IFA 2025 in Berlin 5-9 September.
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Meet the Motion Sensor 2 Pet: Detect motion, light, and temperature – not your pets
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.
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Do your smart home devices like sunbathing? Why UV-resistance is more important than you might think
Strange question, we know. But also an important one if you want to keep your smart home in tip-top shape.
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New product: Protect and automate your home with the frient Vibration Sensor
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.
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3 unique gift ideas for Father’s Day
Need some last-minute gift inspiration for Father's Day? Here are 3 friently suggestions that will set your gift apart.
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Video review: Testing the Intelligent Keypad on Homey and SmartThings
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.
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frient welcomes new B2B distributor Rexel Finland
We are happy to announce that companies can now source the frient products from our new B2B distributor Rexel in Finland, shipping within Finland.
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You can now get frient at the Swedish webshop inet.se
frient is now available on the Swedish electronics and smart home webshop inet.
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The frients are now available at Styrahem.se
We are happy to announce that you can now get frient at the major Swedish smart home webshop Styrahem.
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5 steps to the perfect Valentine's Day with a smart home
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.
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Video review: "A powerful 3-in-1 smoke alarm!"
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.
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Merry Christmas from your frients
The frients wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Check out how the frients can support you during the Christmas days.
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IFA 2024: Our 3 takeaways from the world’s largest consumer and electronics show
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.
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frient welcomes new B2B distributor JDK Benelux for the Benelux market
We are thrilled to announce that companies can now source the frient devices from our new B2B distributor JDK Benelux, shipping to Benelux.
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Video review: "The alarm keypad that I now recommend"
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.
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Meet frient at IFA Berlin – the world’s largest consumer and electronics show
Meet frient at IFA 2024 in Berlin 6-10 September – you can find us at the LG stand (stand H18-101).
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Video review: How to use the Intelligent Smoke Alarm with Home Assistant
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.
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Accio comfort: Bring magic to your home with smart automations
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.
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5 free or budget-friendly ways to minimize the risk of flooding in your home
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.
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