For thousands of users, this means losing remote control capabilities and other core features they’ve come to depend on. Features baked into devices that are literally built into their homes. It’s a bitter reminder of a growing issue: many smart home products are designed with built-in obsolescence. When cloud services shut down or manufacturers shift… Continue reading The End of Nest: Why Smart Homes Need to Be Built to Last

At Tewke, we’re rethinking the very infrastructure of the home, starting with the light switch. From Dumb Switch to Smart Platform Our flagship product, Tap, replaces your existing light switch with a powerful, intelligent interface. It’s more than just a screen, it’s a full operating system for your home, designed to save you money and… Continue reading Why Tewke is Replacing the Light Switch

The Reality of Damp and Mould in UK Homes Damp affects about 3% of UK homes officially, but the real figure is likely much higher. It can arise from condensation (moisture in the air condensing on cold surfaces), rising damp (groundwater seeping into walls), or penetrating damp (water entering through roof or masonry damage). Damp’s… Continue reading Creating a Happy, Healthy Home: Tackling Damp, Mould, and Indoor Air Quality

Understanding Peak Demand In the UK, peak electricity demand occurs between 4 PM and 8 PM. This is when most people come home, make dinner, and prepare for the evening. Add shorter winter days into the mix – when solar energy generation drops to near zero – and meeting this demand becomes even harder. Wind… Continue reading Revolutionising Energy Consumption: How Tap Makes a Difference

Tap, the intelligent light switch designed to work in any home, is Tewke’s first product, and first stepping stone on our journey to improving home environments for people all around the world. After four years of research and development, Tap is finally ready to be unveiled and installed in a limited number of homes, as… Continue reading Tewke Unveils Tap Light Switch at Exclusive Launch Event

We are thrilled to announce that Tewke has been honoured with the prestigious Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2024. This esteemed award recognises the most innovative and exciting design concepts and prototypes ahead of their launch, and we are proud to have our intelligent light switch, Tap, among the winners. At Tewke, we are dedicated… Continue reading Tewke Wins Prestigious Red Dot Award for Design Concept 2024

Given the challenges of the global supply chain and the advanced technical capabilities available in the UK, manufacturing locally was an obvious choice. Our design and engineering team, having already produced multiple versions, found it seamless to continue our production here rather than outsourcing to distant third parties. While some components are sourced internationally, each… Continue reading Proud To Be a Member of Made in Britain

Don’t get me wrong, if you are a tech enthusiast like myself, you can create an incredible home automation experience with the likes of Home Assistant, but for the masses this is not intuitive enough. One of the problems is that devices such as smart thermostats, lights, locks, and appliances are convenient on their own,… Continue reading The Holy Grail of Home Automation

Our mission has been to develop a next-generation light switch that seamlessly automates homes, optimising energy consumption without the need for programming. After overcoming numerous technical challenges and having patents pending worldwide, we’ve dedicated significant resources to research and development. Our goal is not just to impress customers with Tewke’s capabilities upon its imminent launch… Continue reading Tewke’s Innovative Light Switch Technology Receives Major Boost from Innovate UK

The recent global health crisis showcased the significance of data comprehension in policymaking. Amid calls to “follow the science,” the accuracy of the data used proved pivotal. It became evident that handling substantial datasets necessitates adherence to fundamental principles: transparency, integrity, and responsibility. For years, politicians have skirted around the potential of leveraging anonymised health… Continue reading Unlocking the Potential of Data