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

I’m a smart home nerd. That’s a given after running a smart home-focused website for nearly a decade and testing pretty much every platform, system and setup available. As such, people often ask me ...

At $20, this adds a lot of value to a smart home, especially one where Alexa devices are prominent. Beyond smart home control, you can have your remote perform other Alexa routines around lifestyle, ...

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 basics like light bulbs and plug sockets to upmarket items like robot vacuum cleaners, smart home essentials don't have to cost the earth.

Of all the new gadgets we buy each year, smart home devices often hold the most promise. After all, convenience and security are at the core of what these products aim to help with. But finding the ...

Motion detectors are widely known for their role in home security systems, but their usefulness extends far beyond guarding ...

Is your smart thermostat giving you problems? I've been there. This is what works to get them back on track. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how-to ...

If you’ve ever stared at your ancient light switches, or uninspiring sockets, and thought there must be a smarter way, well, there is. There are a number of brands out there that specialize in making ...

This inexpensive smart lock covers the basics—and even provides a fingerprint reader—making for a very affordable smart lock if you don’t need any other bells and whistles. You probably know TCL for ...