Smart plugs can add controls to any outlet, but they aren’t perfect for everything. Here’s our guide to using one and which ...

More and more HomeKit peripherals ship each day with lighting ones being the most common — where does the Koogeek Smart Socket land on the spectrum? The recently released Smart Socket plugs into any ...

Koogeek may not be a name brand that jumps to mind when you think about home automation, but the company has built a substantial lineup of HomeKit-enabled devices. I’ve had a Koogeek smart plug for ...

This smart plug from IKEA revolutionises your daily life by allowing you to control your appliances remotely while reducing ...

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Smart lightbulbs are a great way to liven up an old lamp with color. The Meross Smart LED Lightbulb uses HomeKit to allow you to customize an existing lamp and automatically switch to new colors or ...

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.

There are many ways to add HomeKit-connected lights to your home, allowing you to turn them on and off from your phone at a tap or with your voice using Siri. You can buy special Philips Hue bulbs, ...

Xiaomi has officially introduced its latest smart home accessory, the Xiaomi Smart Wall Socket, designed to bring intelligence and enhanced safety to traditional power outlets. This new smart socket ...

Lighting isn’t something we necessarily think much about, but it can make a big difference to the home. A recent house extension gave me the opportunity to think about lighting and take the leap into ...