Home automation is no longer a sci-fi fantasy of the future – it’s here now, and the good news is it’s practical, easy to use, and a bit smarter than you might expect. Whether you're looking for the ...

As a smart home user, you've probably heard multiple mentions of Thread, Zigbee, and Matter from different companies, and seen all three names printed on boxes for smart home devices or in their ...

Say goodbye to (some) smart home woes. New user-facing features are coming to Matter that will make it easier than ever to set up your smart home and circumvent some of the more finicky, frustrating ...

Consumer Reports' Guide to Smart Homes will help you understand how technology is creating "smarter" home devices—from door ...

Matter 1.4.1 implements a handful of new features to ease new-device setup. Multi-device QR code setup will let you add a whole box of smart home devices while only scanning a single QR code. NFC ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We've gone from big workstations being converted into protable laptops, and then into smartphones that we carry around in our pockets. We find ...

Begin building a smart home by choosing a primary platform like Alexa, Google, or Apple for easier integration. Smart devices such as speakers, lighting, and thermostats can add convenience and peace ...

Smart home security has evolved into a customizable, connected network of cameras, locks, sensors, and alarms that can fit any lifestyle. Whether you want a simple video doorbell or a fully monitored ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. From map views and smart TVs to smart buttons and generative AI, controlling your smart home is getting simpler ...

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Samsung's SmartThings platform turns connected appliances into automated routines that save time and electricity.

When I press the “on” button on the light switch for the chandelier over my kitchen island, it turns on in an instant. When I ask Alexa to turn it off, the light turns off. When I tap the light in the ...