Sometimes the simplest way to understand the cause-and-effect nature of automation is to start with the effect. Scenes are ...

A Wemo WiFi Smart Plug is a simple way to learn more about home automation with Apple’s HomeKit. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac Controlling the lights and other gadgets in your home from your iPhone is ...

Voice control is no longer a party trick; it is the glue that holds a modern smart home together. With the right Alexa ...

ELIZABETH, N.J., Oct. 18, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Owners of Hayward’s OmniLogic ® pool and backyard automation system can now enjoy the extra convenience of voice control through Hayward OmniLogic ...

It's no secret that the smart home world is dominated by Big Tech, with Amazon's Alexa leading the charge, closely followed by Google Home and Apple HomeKit. These popular automation systems aren't as ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

Featuring stylish wireless equipment and affordable monitoring, including a free self-monitoring plan, SimpliSafe makes it easy to build your own home security system and manage every aspect from the ...

From using existing wiring to repurposing old hardware or smart devices, keeping your home secure might not cost as much as ...