What felt like convenience to get on board, that app-first approach, is what derailed my smart home plans. The appeal of ...

Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack settings and ...

After more than a decade of accumulating smart plugs, speakers and sensors, I realized parts of my setup were quietly ...

Smart home devices are only as useful as their ability to detect what's happening around them. I spent years just using voice ...

If you've been feeling bored by your smart home and its current routines too, keep reading. These are ways to configure the ...

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step ...

I know some people think that a lot of smart home tech is frivolous, and some of it is, I’ll agree, but there are certain things that make daily life a little better. For example, I have security ...

There's a feature hidden away in the settings of home security systems and smart device apps that doesn't get nearly enough attention. It's called geofencing, and it does way more than track your ...

Google Gemini voice assistant is expanding to millions of US users on smart speakers. This includes Gemini Live, Home Brief, and premium AI features.

I’ve been reviewing smart lighting for years. Here are tips on how to prep, what to choose, and the smart lights that work ...