As a smart home reviewer, I've tested dozens of smart devices. While many of these have flopped, I have a list of favorites ...

My approach to the smart home is simple: if it ain't broke, don't fix it. So-called "dumb" devices can make your home ...

Setting up a smart home device is easier than ever, especially with well-crafted apps. But users still run into problems with connections, settings or even turning on -- especially when using multiple ...

Creating an alarm on your smart speaker is common, whether you set it to wake you up in the morning or keep you on task during the day. For some, a standard alarm going off isn’t enough to get them ...

The Homey Pro Mini is less powerful than the regular Homey Pro, but don't let that deceive you. For most people — especially those just beginning their smart home journey — this has more than enough ...

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. Smart device technology has grown enormously in recent years, and there's always something new to make life easier. It's even possible to ...

As we already knew, Gemini will be coming to speakers and screens going all the way back to the original Google Home and Nest Hub. For Gemini Live, though, you’ll both need a paid Home Premium plan, ...

There's no need to toss that old iPad into a drawer, never to be seen again. There are a lot of ways you can use one, ...

And when you want to ditch wake words entirely, you can start a Gemini Live chat and have ... Google says Gemini for Home will be available on all of its smart home devices released in the last decade ...

When you tell your smart assistant to start your morning coffee or use your smartphone to adjust your smart thermostat to make sure your home's temperature is just right when you get home from work, ...

If you have Wemo smart plugs, light switches, or dimmers in your home, it’s time to start thinking about replacements. Belkin is ending its Wemo cloud services and support for most of its Wemo smart ...