As a smart home reviewer, I've tested dozens of smart devices. While many of these have flopped, I have a list of favorites ...

It’s a good idea to install cameras in shaded spots, such as under eaves, to protect the lens from the glare of the sun and ...

Creating an alarm on your smart speaker is common, whether you set it to wake you up in the morning or keep you on task during the day. For some, a standard alarm going off isn’t enough to get them ...

setting up a smart home isn't as simple as you'd think. Here's where to start. I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New ...

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 ...

A smart home designed around rules like “always leave the porch light in the on position” might work for you and maybe a few ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides the ever-versatile smart speaker, some people start their smart home setups with a bright idea: the smart lightbulb, and for good ...

From opening your garage door as you drive up to arming your security system when you leave, a geofence can make your smart ...

Google Home is developing a new workflow for setting up new devices. The interface is search-based, letting you look up a ...

Just like WiFi-enabled lights and plugs and locks, smart thermostats give you the ability to automate the temperature ...