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.

As we set out to build smarter homes, another part of our lives becomes reliant on the internet. From the dumb home devices we upgrade with a smart plug to the smart speakers that respond to our voice ...

Z-Wave smart plugs create reliable home automation networks that don't crash when your WiFi gets crowded. These devices use a dedicated 908.42MHz frequency to avoid interference from your router, ...

AI home automation is rapidly transforming daily living in 2025. From voice-controlled assistants to smart sensors, modern AI gadgets make everyday tasks simpler, more efficient, and even enjoyable.

Yeah I have various bluetooth and wifi devices already, with a couple of apps. Devices which don't support HomeKit tend to be cheaper and somewhat easier to set up. I'd pay more for HK devices if they ...

If you fancy upgrading your home automation systems, you might be interested in learning more about how you can combine Obsidian with Home Assistant. Imagine a home that not only understands your ...