Overview

• Samsung has announced partnerships with Tesla and Hyundai to expand its SmartThings platform into home energy and vehicle/home automation.
• Owners of Tesla's EVs and products like Powerwall and Solar Inverter will be able to monitor and control their homes using Samsung's SmartThings Energy app.
• Hyundai's EVs and other vehicles will be integrated with the SmartThings platform, allowing 'Home-to-Car' and 'Car-to-Home' services.
• Users will be able to control home appliances and vehicle functions from either their car or home, and create routines for energy usage and vehicle charging.
• The new features are still under development, with a wider release expected in the second quarter of 2024.