Sometimes the simplest way to understand the cause-and-effect nature of automation is to start with the effect. Scenes are ...

If you don't consider yourself tech-savvy, here is a list of tools you can try out that are easy to install, set up, and use.

These products offer convenient home enhancements, such as control and safety sensors that work without setup, a smart lock that charges itself, and blinds that automatically shield you from the sun.

Unveiled at CES, the new Copilot Star platform is designed to take smart device interoperability to the next level.

All SONOFF WiFi and Zigbee home automation devices can now work with the Matter protocol. This can be done in two ways: ...

At the risk of starting a controversy: is there anyone who goes to the effort of setting up Home Assistant who wouldn’t ...

Building a local-first setup meant the control and automation logic living inside the home network. And even if the internet ...

First shown publicly at CES in 2019, the Mui Board has taken years to move from concept to reality. In 2026, the minimalist ...

A minimalist smart home controller made from a piece of wood, the Mui Board works with Matter, Sonos, Hue, and others. It ...

The Raspberry Pi has evolved a significant amount since its inception, and it's proved to be useful for a wide range of applications. It can be used to build all kinds of small electronic devices, ...

I've been testing and covering smart home devices for over a decade, so I know a good deal when I see one. Right now, the best Black Friday smart home deals feature excellent savings on convenient ...

Ultrahuman has announced a substantial software upgrade for the Ultrahuman Home, transforming it into a more comprehensive health and sleep monitor. The new features, which are available now via a ...