The Amazon Echo can be a handy accessory to have in your home, but there are common problems that can pop up. Here's how to ...

PCWorld reports that Shelly’s new Plug Gen4 smart plug launches at $19.99 with Matter certification and dual Wi-Fi/Zigbee connectivity. The device offers real-time energy monitoring, safety features, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. With energy costs skyrocketing for a number of reasons, it makes sense to cut down on excessive or wasteful energy use as much as possible.

The “smart home” market segment is, I’ve deduced after many years of observing it and, in a notable number of “guinea pig” cases, personally participating in it (with no shortage of scars to show for ...

The Amazon Smart Plug is on sale for just $13 as part of a Black Friday promotion. This is a discount of $12 and represents a record low price. If you've been waiting to stock up on some smart plugs, ...

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When Google released its first Home smart speaker, I was immediately all in. I had been following the smart home scene for years and couldn’t wait to start implementing some of it; the timing was ...

AI home automation is rapidly transforming daily living in 2025. From voice-controlled assistants to smart sensors, modern AI gadgets make everyday tasks simpler, more efficient, and even enjoyable.

Z-Wave smart plugs create reliable home automation networks that don't crash when your WiFi gets crowded. These devices use a dedicated 908.42MHz frequency to avoid interference from your router, ...

Millions of Belkin customers are dealing with smart devices no longer working. The company announced it will stop supporting its popular Wemo devices. That includes light switches and doorbells. Eben ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...