The biggest advantage of a smart plug is its plug-and-play design -- literally any power receptacle can host a smart plug with minimal effort. Alongside smart speakers and smart light bulbs, smart ...

with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In addition to his CNET contributions, John has written for Android Police, TWICE, Home Theater ...

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Your internet connection depends on multiple devices working together. Here are the details to help you troubleshoot problems and stay online.

GE Cync's smart outdoor lights are ready for the holidays with looping designs, permanent eave lights and more ways to change how you decorate.

The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 Aura Edition is greater than the sum of its parts. Based on a common Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processor, its component lineup is not all that unusual. But placed inside a ...

Many homes use little devices to help their home hauntings, from outdoor smart plugs and hidden speakers to smart lights, fog machines, air blowers and more. If you've put some tech outside for ...

Amazon's newest smart speakers start at $100, but do they offer enough of an incentive to upgrade? I went hands-on.

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Winter weather is on its way, delivering cold weather and punishing blizzards. Use these tips to keep your home and family safe.

From soundbars and portable smart speakers to immersive subwoofers, these picks make it easy to fill your entire house with music when hosting family and friends this year.