Mechanical contacts have the disadvantage that they wear out. That is why it is practical to use an electronic ‘touch switch’ in some situations. With such a touch switch the resistance of the human ...

Global smart home and building automation company, Hogar Controls, proved that the smart home can have more than just an ordinary light switch with the recent launch of Prima, its new line of ...

Optrex has developed a new capacitive touch switch based on technology experience gained in the smart phone market. This capacitive touch switch detects variations in position and command. This ...

There seems to be nothing a 555 can’t do. We’ve seen it before, but [electronzapdotcom] reminds us you can use a 555 and a few parts to make a reasonable touch switch in this video, embedded below.

Ofcom, the UK's digital regulator, has expanded its One Touch Switch rules for broadband and phone companies. This allows customers to switch providers more easily, giving a big boost to competition ...

It may sometimes feel almost ironic but despite the number of smart products in homes today, the venerable switch has mostly remained the same. Even plugs and outlets are getting upgrades or at least ...