Summer’s a scorcher. Here’s how smart home tech can offer relief
With the dog days of summer on the way, your smart home devices can help you beat the heat and stay comfortable.
Outdoor smart lights are best for expressing your patriotism this 4th of July
Looking for a way to avoid a major fireworks purchase this year? Outdoor smart lighting is a great way to replace that pyro in the sky. Read on to see how.
4 reasons to look forward to Apple HomeKit and Matter collaboration
Matter represents a major joining of hands across the smart-home landscape, but what does that mean for the future of Apple HomeKit? Here's what we think.
7 things we wish Amazon Alexa could do
Can you imagine a future where Amazon Alexa has even more tricks up her sleeve? Here's a wish list of seven features we'd like to see added to the assistant.
More affordable than ever before, smart lights should be your next home project
Smart lights used to be expensive, but now's the time to make them a priority with your next home project because they're more affordable than ever before.
Which home security camera should you buy on Prime Day?
Amazon Prime Day will certainly yield an immense amount of deals on home security cameras. Here are just some of the notable ones you should consider.
Don’t sweat rising electric bills: Smart bed covers keep you cool and save money
Smart mattress covers like the Eight Sleep Pod Pro can help keep you cool at night despite rising temperatures without raising your utility bill.
Is the Roomba 692 worth buying on Amazon Prime Day?
Prime Day is known for deep discounts on robot vacuums. The iRobot Roomba 692 continues to be a popular choice, but is it still worth buying on Prime Day?
A year after the pandemic, bidets are here to stay. Here’s why
Data shows that bidets have been making a mark in the North American market. We explore why the pandemic was a game changer for this bathroom hero.
Which Amazon Echo should you buy on Prime Day?
Amazon Prime Day should yield some amazing deals on the company's many Echo devices. Before you buy, we detail which models are worth buying for the big day.
Which Ring Video Doorbell should you buy on Prime Day?
Ring's lineup of video doorbells covers the gamut, but we break down which one you should buy for Amazon Prime Day.
7 places where air quality sensors are most effective at home
Airborne pollutants are a fact of life but many harmful types can seep their way into our homes. Here's how an air quality monitor can help.
Which robot vacuum should you buy on Prime Day?
Robot vacuums are so handy when it comes to saving us time, and with Amazon Prime Day, you certainly can expect deals on popular models.
7 things you didn’t know security cameras could do
Security cameras keep an eye on your home and property, but they can also see in the dark, recognize visitors, and much more.
Your package handler doesn’t care about your high-tech smart delivery box
A delivery box powered by a smart lock only helps if your package handlers actually use it. I found that out the hard way.
Amazon Sidewalk is coming soon. Here’s how it will improve smart home devices
Launching on June 8, Amazon Sidewalk promises an expanded Wi-Fi network for you, your devices, and your community. Here's what to expect from the new service.
7 things you didn’t know robot vacuums could do
Robot vacuums can keep your floors clean, but they can also keep an eye on your home, empty themselves, and much more.
Everything Google didn’t announce at Google I/O 2021
A lot was announced at Google I/O 2021, but a lot wasn't. Here's what wasn't announced, but might show up in the next few months.
Google I/O 2021: All of the biggest announcements
Google I/O is back as a virtual event, and it's packed full of amazing new products and updates.
Smart Home at Google I/O 2021: Everything new
Google announced a handful of new smart home innovations at the return of the company's annual I/O event. Here's a breakdown of the latest innovations.
Google I/O 2021: How to watch the keynote today
The Google I/O 2021 keynote is coming up quickly. Here's what to expect and how to watch it.
7 things you didn’t know the Apple HomePod Mini could do
The Apple HomePod Mini sounds great, but is capable of doing a lot more than people realize.
7 things you didn’t know a smart lock could do
More than your typical lock-and-key assembly, today's smart locks can do everything from automated locking to video monitoring. Read on for more lock secrets.
7 things you didn’t know a video doorbell could do
Video doorbells let you see who is at your door and serve as a line of defense against package theft, but they can do a lot more than that.
Here’s the real difference between HDR and non-HDR footage in security cameras
Does it really matter if our home security cameras are HDR-capable? Allow us to weigh in on the subject.
7 things you didn’t know your Google Nest Hub smart display could do
Your Google Nest Hub smart display has a lot of lesser-known features that you should take advantage of.
Using your security camera’s local storage? Here’s how much space you’ll need
Your security camera footage will require different amounts of space depending on its compression algorithm, frame rate, resolution, and more.
7 things you didn’t know your Amazon Alexa smart display could do
Your Alexa-powered smart display has a lot of features you might not know about, like the ability to make restaurant reservations.
7 things you didn’t know Alexa could do on an Amazon Echo smart speaker
Your Amazon Alexa smart speaker is jam-packed with features, many of which are lesser-known but incredibly useful.
5 things you didn’t know your Google Assistant smart speaker could do
Google Assistant smart speakers have a lot of features you might not know about, like the ability to listen for breaking glass.
I didn’t think I could grow veggies at home, but a smart garden showed me how
Rise gardens is an indoor hydroponic garden with Wi-Fi and built-in LED lights that lets you grow anything, anywhere.
Weather alerts may be the smartest use of smart lights. They can save your life
Tie the National Weather Service RSS feed to your smart lights for a visual weather alert system.
Why privacy shutters on security cameras make all the difference
Privacy shutters provide assurance that your camera is not watching you, but not all privacy shutters are created equal. Some types have clear advantages.
Hex Home gives us a glimpse of how Wi-Fi is used for motion detection
Security cameras can be invasive inside of the home, which is why Home Hex offers an intriguing alternative with motion detection through Wi-Fi.