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 ...

If you’re deep into HomeKit like me, you know how convenient it can be for home automation. One of the most exciting smart home security additions for me in the past few years is Home Key from Apple, ...

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I’ve had a lot of fun putting together a smart home, so much so that I’ve been known to get ahead of myself as I put technology before practicality. This can trip up guests and visitors alike, and ...

For years, the smart home conversation has revolved around making things easier and more convenient around the home. We’ve focused on products that let us turn on lights with our voice, unlock our ...

Of all the new gadgets we buy each year, smart home devices often hold the most promise. After all, convenience and security are at the core of what these products aim to help with. But finding the ...

The first light switch has come a long way since its invention in 1884 by John Henry Holmes in Newcastle, England. Holmes' ingenious 'quick-break technology' transformed the way electricity was ...

If you’re seeking to automate your nighttime routine, play music via voice commands or check who’s knocking at your door without rising from your sofa, you may want to consider adding a few smart home ...

Have you ever found yourself juggling three or more remotes just to watch TV or adjust your smart home devices? It’s a frustratingly common scenario in today’s tech-filled homes. With the ...

Apple is preparing to introduce its highly anticipated smart home hub, the Apple HomePod Hub, a device designed to compete directly with established players like Google and Amazon. Expected to launch ...