These products offer convenient home enhancements, such as control and safety sensors that work without setup, a smart lock that charges itself, and blinds that automatically shield you from the sun.

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Start your smart home automations with simple rules and device support, so setup stays clear and upgrades stay easy.

LAS VEGAS , Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On the global stage of CES 2026--where the consumer electronics industry converges to shape the future--Eforthink took center stage with a "Spatial Perception ...

AI functionality and an intuitive app make this lamp a hit.

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The HGTV Smart Home 2025 is officially move-in ready, and the fully furnished abode in San Antonio, Texas, features all the bells and whistles you’d hope to see, plus some unexpected surprises (cold ...