One of the first smart device products we tested at GearBrain many years ago was smart blinds and shades. Many of them were ...

Google provided plenty of advanced warning, but that doesn't mean it didn't hurt any less when Google discontinued support for its older Nest thermostats. While over a decade of support is pretty good ...

As of last month, the older Nest Thermostats have effectively died, as Google has pulled the plug on most of their features. While many will end up replacing the decade-old hardware, a clever new ...

From opening your garage door as you drive up to arming your security system when you leave, a geofence can make your smart ...

Months after Google promised fixes, Home devices are still struggling with simple tasks, and Gemini doesn't seem to be helping.

Google's Nest thermostat is the smartest way to cut heating bills this winter.

This was another busy week in tech news, with a big change on the way for Google Chrome, the arrival of Fedora Linux 43 and ...

Google’s Gemini for Home system, recently integrated with Nest Cams and other devices, is already drawing attention. Though, not for its slick smart-home control but for mis-identifications like ...

Google Assistant is officially being shown the door, and Gemini is sneaking in through the back. As early access ...

It’s a good idea to install cameras in shaded spots, such as under eaves, to protect the lens from the glare of the sun and ...