Building a local-first setup meant the control and automation logic living inside the home network. And even if the internet ...

Sporting wonderful names like Timmerflotte, Alpstuga, Klipbok and Myggspray, Ikea's smart sensors are all Matter-compatible, ...

These products promise practical home upgrades, including control and safety sensors that don’t require setup, a self-charging lock, and blinds that automatically block the sun from your eyes.

Quick, look around your living room: How many nearby objects have internet connectivity? Chances are, you have at least a few of these “smart” devices on hand. Decades ago, many of us imagined one day ...

We're back with another budget smart home start-up guide today and let me tell you, we've got some good recommendations coming up. Whether you're in the market for some new smart lighting or the ...

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Your 2026 smart home will work best if your devices can all talk to each other without having to jump through hoops. Home ...

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Affordable smart home devices seamlessly connected to create a budget-friendly, automated living space that enhances convenience, security, and energy efficiency. Pixabay, cloudlynx In 2025, the smart ...

When you’re new to smart homes, knowing where to start can be tough. There are a lot of options out there — particularly when it comes to Amazon Alexa, which is the best-supported consumer platform ...

Smart homes have become more and more ubiquitous as the cost of technology has eased, including home security cameras, smart ...

A smart home isn’t about stuffing your house with gadgets you have to babysit or juggling app after app just to turn off a ...