It happens each year when the weather turns cold: The coats, hats, sweaters and blankets come out. The lights come on earlier. And the arguments over how high or low to set the thermostat begin. But ...

Google shut off remote control functionality in first- and second-generation Nest thermostats in October. After the downgrade, security researcher Cody Kociemba created a solution to bring these old ...

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Don't spend the winter shivering. Set your thermostat to the right temperature to stay comfortable and save money all season long. Mike De Socio is a CNET contributor who writes about energy, personal ...

Smart thermostats allow you to remotely control your home's temperature and heating schedule. Used properly, they can potentially save you money on your heating bills and reduce your boiler's ...

Smart radiator valves let you control the temperature in individual rooms when your central heating is on. They can be programmed and controlled remotely through your smartphone. Manufacturers promise ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Toby Walters is a financial writer, investor, and lifelong learner. He has a passion for ...

Michelle Lambright Black, Founder of CreditWriter.com and HerCreditMatters.com, is a leading credit expert and personal finance writer with nearly two decades of experience in the credit industry. She ...

We've tested hundreds of smart home products in more than 20 categories to help determine which ones are best for every room in (and out of) the house. I'm PCMag's managing editor for consumer ...

When you're home during the colder months of the year, running the heater is probably a no-brainer. But having the heater on most of the day can equal an expensive electrical bill. If you want to stay ...