Setting up smart home automations can feel overwhelming, and at times, downright ridiculous. You might wonder if you really need a machine that can open your blinds for you if your own two hands can ...

setting up a smart home isn't as simple as you'd think. Here's where to start. I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides the ever-versatile smart speaker, some people start their smart home setups with a bright idea: the smart lightbulb, and for good ...

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

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All the video doorbells on this list have been tried and tested by T3, and have received five stars. They vary from premium ...

When we were kids, the idea of having a smart home probably looked like an episode of “The Jetsons.” Now that the future has arrived, gadgets and tech designed to make your house more comfortable aren ...

Having a smart home isn't just about voice assistants. An effective setup creates an interconnected ecosystem of devices working together to make daily life more convenient, efficient, and secure ...

Google’s long overdue smart home refresh finally has a date… 1st October. The search giant has stated that it will be sharing more on “Gemini coming to Google Home,” via a teaser on X. This all but ...