Google Home's new automation editor adds a lot of powerful triggers and conditions, but it's still far behind what I require from my smart home.

The Amazon Smart Plug works with Alexa to add voice control to any outlet. They are super simple to set up, and can be used ...

Experience a new level of personalization as your smart home adapts to your Google Calendar events in real-time.

NFC automations are slowly taking over, and that extends to your home. These are the most useful ways to take advantage of ...

While some of your fondest memories of home may be flicking a light switch off and on exactly 31 times before leaving a room, those days of physical input are quickly being relegated to the history ...

This home automation hardware turns on and off the lights based on room occupancy. The hack is an extension of an earlier version that was only a proof of concept. [RPisces] took the idea and made it ...

H ome Assistant is powerful open-source smart home software that can control and automate a huge number of smart devices.

Beasen Home, a leader in home automation technology, has unveiled its newest line of smart blinds, taking convenience and intelligence to bold new heights. With advanced features like app and voice ...

Any opportunity to shave a few bucks off your power bill is probably worth considering, especially if it’s a device like [Steve Hoefer’s] Mini Blind Minder. This little guy staves off (or welcomes) ...

Xfinity has been recognized by Expert Consumers as the Best Home Internet Provider for 2025, following a comprehensive performance review focused on speed, reliability, and service integration. The ...