Using my smart lights to their full potential just made sense.

Smart light bulbs can be a great start to a smart home, but they have a major weakness. You'd be better off upgrading another ...

IKEA's 21 new smart IoT devices support Matter, HomeKit, Google, and Alexa, so you can build a low-cost setup with quick pairing and simple controls.

Which smart light switch is best? Smart technology offers convenience and efficiency at every turn, and smart light switches are no exception. The ability to control light switches either by app or ...

Setting up and automating a smart home is easier than ever, as I found out when trying the Aqara ecosystem for the first time.

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the simpler ways to make one's home feel a tad futuristic, and offer conveniences you didn't realize you'd appreciate, is to install ...

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