Amazon Alexa and Google Home are great control centers to navigate your new smart home, but they aren't absolute necessities. Here are other ways to make your home smarter. John Carlsen has more than ...

Creating a smart home from scratch can be a daunting task. These are our favorite smart home devices available today, from smart speakers to robot vacuums to security cameras.

It’s never been easier–or less expensive–to build out a state-of-the art smart home. We have other roundups that name the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Our homes are getting smarter in a big way. Thanks to inexpensive smart devices like light bulbs, plugs, and even watering systems for your ...

If you’re not sure where to begin with turning your home into a smart home, you might want to consider this deal on the Amazon Smart Plug. Smart plugs are an excellent beginner smart home device.

Many people who invest in smart home technology eventually decide to use a hub or home automation system, such as Nest, Wink, or voice-activated systems such as Google Home or Amazon Alexa. When ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart security devices are becoming an important part of how we protect our homes and offices. With the rise of technology, it's now easier ...

Smart thermostats are usually pricey, but their biggest selling point is that they pretty much pay for themselves in long-term savings. That said, you can also wait for the right deals to save even ...

Installing smart home devices is an easy way to protect your property from significant damage, save on home insurance and modernize your home. Most insurance agents recommend devices like smoke, ...

If you're looking to buy a smart lock, start here. Our smart lock buying guide will help you find the best smart lock for your front door.

When we brought our first Amazon Alexa device into our home almost 10 years ago, we were rightly concerned about having a device listening to everything that went on in our family room. We eventually ...

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