The Matter protocol involves creating a more streamlined communication pathway for smart home devices. Many major players in the smart home device space are on board with Matter. With an agreed-upon ...

Home Assistant and other platforms can provide control over an array of smart devices, including plugs, lights, sensors, and ...

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Apple's planning a big push into smart homes in 2025, and HomePods will be part of it. Image: Cult of Mac Apple’s significant expansion of its smart home lineup in 2025 should include new HomePod and ...

Fischer Homes’ base ClareOne package includes the ClareOne Security and Smart Home Panel, a video doorbell, and various automation and security sensors. According to Ron Gregorsok, Director of Supply ...

As proptech evolves, so does the ability to automate processes within the real estate industry. Automation can lead to some serious ROI for property managers and operators, but it’s important to ...

Imagine walking into your home and having everything respond to your needs without lifting a finger. Lights adjust to the perfect brightness, blinds open or close to keep your home at the ideal ...

HomePod mini is one of the devices that can be a Thread 1.3.0 border router. Photo: Leander Kahney/Cult of Mac A major Thread networking standard update Tuesday brings the Matter home automation ...

Beasen Home, a leader in home automation technology, has unveiled its newest line of smart blinds, taking convenience and intelligence to bold new heights. With advanced features like app and voice ...

Full Spectrum Technology Group announced today the acquisition of Automated Environments, a Berkeley-based home automation company serving the East Bay since 1992. The transaction, which closed on ...

Home-based smart technology, once considered a luxury or a “nice-to-have” feature, is becoming increasingly commonplace. Advances in technology, especially the Internet of Things and artificial ...

Since the systems are so intricate, it's beneficial to work with an expert in the field, so you don't miss out on life-changing features. Since many home automation innovations require a solid ...