The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) just released Matter 1.4, which supports more device types and offers new capabilities to make using Matter-connected devices more seamless than ever. Matter ...

If you are just getting started in your smart home journey, there's one thing that's essential: the simplicity of a smart plug. You can plug it into a standard wall outlet and it can make any device ...

If setting up smart devices feels daunting, here are three simple steps I’ve learned to build a functional smart home. Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with ...

In the smart home space, we always discuss technology, interoperability, and how these smart devices can make your home ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices are not just for the inside of your house — they can also enhance outdoor spaces. Whether you have a backyard, patio, or ...

I’ve been covering smart home and security products for years, and I’ve written about and reviewed scores of smart devices. Yet I can count on one hand (plus an extra finger or two) the number of ...

Convincing your elderly relatives to adopt home security technology can be difficult enough, but what do you choose when they're interested? Aging in place means giving senior relatives as much ...

For some of us, few things are more infuriating than a gadget that stops working due to a software change. As we've frequently covered here at Ars, startups and Big Tech companies are guilty of ...

Matter 1.4.2 enhances experiences by focusing on security and efficiency. Improvements cover Wi-Fi-only commissioning and scene management. The update sets the stage for the Matter 1.5 release this ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In this day and age just about everything we own has a digital footprint, which is incredibly helpful in many ways. We can access information ...